ADRIAN PHOENIX Urban Fantasy Author

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“What was that all about?”

“Nothing much. Ass kissing denied. Harsh punishment threatened. The usual.”

—Heather’s question to Dante and his answer in A Rush of Wings.

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Feb 2, 2013 | News and Announcements

[wpsr_retweet]As a thank you for your continued support through some rough times. I appreciate you all more than I can ever say. This story is historical paranormal and will eventually be released under my pseudonym, Elisabeth Junot. I hope you enjoy it!!! BENEATH BLACK WATER, BURNING Bone crunched beneath John Keats’s fist and the would-be thief cursed in Gaelic, a curse which ended in a pained whoof when Keats’s other fist slammed into the brigand’s thick gut. The thief doubled over and Keats swung again, a solid punch to the temple followed by a sharp upper-cut. The thief dropped like a stone into the rain-wet grass. Keats spun around, bouncing on the balls of his bare feet, bloodied fists up, pulse thundering in his ears. The thief’s companion, eyes wide, suddenly whirled and pelted across the grass, up the cobblestone path and into the ruined nunnery as if seeking shelter from the devil. Charles Brown laughed. “By Christ, Keats, for a pagan poet, you win more converts for God with your pugilistic prowess than all the prayers in Christendom!” Keats slowly lowered his fists. He blew out his breath and unclenched his hands. He glanced at Brown, noted his unblemished knuckles. “And what were you doing while I defended the honor of our knapsacks?” “Enjoying a bit of entertainment.” Brown grinned. “Bravo, sir, well done!” “Perhaps I might be compelled to scribble a few lines immortalizing the event,” Keats said, flicking not-so-imaginary bits of dirt and leaves from his coat. “Hmmm. I wonder who the hero should be?” “Why the man who guarded his friend’s back during... read more

Happy 2013!

Jan 6, 2013 | News and Announcements

A brand new year and things have never looked or felt better! I hope everyone had a happy holiday season and that the New Year got off to a rip-roaring start. I’ve been pretty quiet lately for many reasons–a new day job and personal issues among them–but that silence is now ended. This year will see contests and stories posted on the site along with chapters from On Midnight Wings, building up to its release the end of July. My granddaughter Kylah, who is now thirteen (hard to believe!) spent the holidays with me, her Uncle Matt, and the feline kids: Amiga, Keats, and Emily. On her last evening with me (the 4th), we went to see The Hobbit. We both absolutely LOVED the movie (it’s easily as good and entertaining as of the LOTR movies) and had a great time together. I’m hoping to see it again. I wish each of you all the best in 2013! May you be healthy, happy, and... read more