Byron Gordon: 50 books

The Elven Terror ravaged the Kingdom of the Northmen for over a decade, nearly exterminating the people of the North before a desperate peace could be brokered. Vignar Olafsson emerges from the war with the reputation of a hero, but despite all of his efforts, the Terror took both his mother...

Short Story Recommended Ages: 17+ It's like this, you see. Gordon Thelb is a pal of mine. We helped each other out in a mixup on Mezzic a while back and I worked with his uncle a bit before that. Thelb is a standup kid, up and coming space ranger captain, but he's fallen head over heels for...

You want to write. Specifically you want to write short stories. But you don't know how, you've tried before and the result was disappointing. You don't have time. This short chapbook will walk you through the basic steps of writing short stories, and with only limited amounts of time. It contains...

Short Story Ages 16+ Though escaping from a life of war with his flocks in the hills, Benaiah feels obligated to assist a nearby village with a lion that terrorized their livestock. What lies ahead is a battle that even the seasoned warrior dreads. Descending into a pit with a violent and massive king of the animal kingdom.

Short Story - Episode 4 Recommended Ages: 17+ The Gray Knight begins to sneak into the Wizard's Tower. But he is forced to question what he knows when betrayal and confusion strike.

Short Story Humblamax the dragon loses his job (guarding the treasure hoard of an Evil Overlord) and finds himself in a difficult economy without any marketable skills. Searching for a little peace and solitude he winds up meeting with the famous knight of legend, Saint George. A humorous re-telling of the classic tale, only this time from the dragons point of view.

Short Story - Episode 1 Recommended Ages: 17+ A mysterious knight errant follows rumors of a princess imprisoned in the forest. Could this be the adventure he's been seeking?

Short Story Recommended Ages: 17+ Welcome to the Good Diner, the favorite hangout of our gang. Thumbs and Locks might not be showing up today (last I heard they were headed to Bermuda to lay low for a spell) but I'm still here, keeping up the respectable front for us. I'll probably have to...

Short Story Reccomended Ages: 17+ Jack DeFleur, US Army, survived skirmishes, battles, and even a close encounter with a homemade bomb. It's the aftermath that is tearing him and his family apart. More Than A Flesh Wound is a fictional story examining the aftermath of injuries...

** Short Story ** A stranger arrives at the Serengeti Ranger Station, closely pursued by a pack of killers. He claims to be searching for diamonds, though the rangers know there are no precious stones on the Great Plain. The only riches to be found is ivory poached from the dwindling herds...

Short Story - Robert Dole returns to his hometown after many years away and learns that the terrible event that made him leave still haunts the area. When one of the locals decides to prove that the haunting is make believe, Robert must chose to face his fears or let someone walk unwittingly toward their death.

Short Story Recommended Ages: 17+ Dan was a simple man. A licensed plumber and occasional construction worker to earn a little extra. He fit a classic American model: loving wife and two beautiful little kids. He was happy, comfortable, and never sought out adventure. Until he came face to face with the last decision he would ever make...

Riordan is a magician, skilled in artifice and sleight of hand – and no slouch at actual magic either. For years he has sought the key to obtaining a relic of great power, one that would elevate him to the status of greatest magician in the entire land. And the key might be closer at hand than he...

Novella Recommended Ages: 17+ Jeffrey Forsyth is terrified, but he has a plan. A plan to save his wife and himself. However, plans rarely survive contact with reality and when it all falls apart Jeffrey is left to rely on his courage alone. The only problem is he hasn't got any...