Jacquelyn Smith: 43 books

No one ever notices the humble scribe. But when an ancient enemy invades the kingdom, wit and words become more than just tools of survival; they are a catalyst with the power to shape the future. This 2,700 word piece is a stand-alone fantasy short story of loyalty and betrayal from Jacquelyn Smith, author of the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series.

In the Dharakmeni Empire, nothing is as it seems. Raziel has many questions. He has long wondered about his absent mother's fate, but even his wildest imaginings couldn't be further from the truth. Little does he know how her secrets will change his destiny, and possibly the future of the empire...

Decisions can be dangerous. In worlds where mages, assassins, and usurpers run rampant, your next move might be your last. This fantasy short story bundle contains three stand-alone tales of characters whose fates are forever altered by passing a point of no return by Jacquelyn Smith, author...

Barlo’s wife has kicked him out of Dwarvenhome. To be fair, he might have been a bit overzealous in his attentions—an easy mistake to make when you’re about to become a father for the second time. Now he and his elf friend Iarion are off to kill some time until the baby arrives....

Kira Brightwell might be a bad-ass MMA trainee now, but she doesn’t remember her high school years fondly. In fact, she prefers not to think of them at all. And yet she finds herself walking the familiar hallways once more—all thanks to her former tormentor and current sidekick, Trevor...

A life without wings is no life at all--at least to Arinwyn's way of thinking. She has never fit in with the other Sky Elves, who label her as a freak. But when she learns her secret heritage, being a wingless land-walker suddenly becomes the least of her problems... This 8,400 word...

Mystery, magic, and mayhem... Linwyn and Golaron are on a mission to save the citizens of Belierumar from a mysterious plague. Years later, Barlo finds himself struggling to protect the city from a different kind of enemy--this time without Iarion's help. And during the war that falls between...

The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone. Iarion and Barlo are no exception. While most residents of Lasniniar are busy shopping, feasting, and drinking, the two friends find themselves dealing with a rampant thief and two enemy tribes on the brink of war. It looks like their own Solstice...

Thievery can be profitable work; the higher the risk, the greater the reward. But when a wizard comes looking to hire someone to steal one of the world’s most well-guarded and mysterious relics, even the local outlaws are nervous. Only one woman is willing to take on the task. Raena never...

Some things are just better when they're together... A brash, stubborn dwarf, and an elf who has spent thousands of years wandering the lands of Lasniniar in search of his missing connection to the Quenya--the unlikely friendship and epic adventures of Barlo and Iarion have become the stuff...

Feoandir is having a bad day. The maelstrom that destroyed Ralvaniar has also become the ruin of his ship, stranding him on the shore of a strange and perilous land. Worse, his elven crew and passengers have fractured into their former tribes and can't seem to agree on anything--except to elect...

Men and women from the villages surrounding Belierumar are disappearing. Some are even being found dead. When a trader carries the news to Dwarvenhome, Barlo and Iarion decide to investigate. But nothing can prepare them for the mystery they are about to unravel. This 11,000 word short story adventure takes place after Storm Rider in the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series.

Solstice--a time for laughter, gifts, and mayhem. Iarion and Barlo have set out on their usual journey from Dwarfwatch to Nal Huraseadro with Sinstari in tow. But a chance encounter with some old friends sends them off on an unexpected detour--one that soon has all of them cursing the name...

How do you trust a complete stranger? Barlo has never had to find out—until now. A mortally-wounded elf brings news to Dwarvenhome of a relic that could change Barlo’s destiny, and Barlo has no choice but to put his faith in him, which is no easy task. Little does he know where the new...