An experiment - The Hall of the Wood released in its entirety... for free!

Let's start with some background...

I wrote The Hall of the Wood a few years ago with every intention of having it published. Like any writer, I had my delusions of grandeur, delusions which were readily tempered by the harsh realities of the publishing world. So, after the list of publishers and agents had been exhausted with no takers, I stuck my book in a drawer and moved on to the next project.

I've since decided, however, that rather than have my book languishing with no purpose that I would instead make it available via my web site as shareware.

What this means is this: I want people to read The Hall of the Wood, so I'm offering it as a free download. If, in the process of reading it said person finds it an enjoyable read or would otherwise like to demonstrate their appreciation, there's a PayPal button on the download page where donations are accepted. $1, $2, $100,000 ( ;-) )--I don't care how much. Any and all gestures would be appreciated! Even if you just want to send me a comment, that will work!

This is a no pressure sales tactic... download for free, then there's no further obligation to do anything. How can you lose?

So what's it about?

Good question. It's a fantasy adventure novel. Nothing too deep, but hopefully a fun read with some humor, some action, some cool happenings, some magic.

Here's the blurb on my web site:

Jed's wife and unborn child are dead, killed by a legacy he dare share with no one. Seeking a reprieve from his guilt, he sets out for his former home, the Ranger Hall of the Wood. Along the way, he discovers all is not well. Aliah Starbough, a friend from Jed's past, sends him a chilling warning: the rangers are dead, the Simarron Forest, thrown into peril. Nearby Homewood has issued a plea for help, a summonings which Kayra Weslin, knight errant, and her chronicler, Holly, answer. Along with Murik Alon Rin'kres, an Eslar sorcerer who harbors a secret purpose all his own, the four attempt to unravel the mystery of the missing rangers. They soon find tales of their disappearance frighteningly untrue.

Sound interesting? Check it out here.

Also, let me know what you think of this move. Thanks.