R. K. Thorne | A fantasy and sci-fi author with a love story addiction

One contest, one chance to change their fates.

No magic means no future for Nyalin moLinali. And marriage means certain misery for Lara, daughter of the leader of the Bone Clan. When Lara can sense Nyalin’s magic when no one else can, the two join forces in search of an extraordinary magic—and a better life for them both.

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The Audacity Saga

Power armor, dangerous rogue scientists, and ordinary folk just trying to do the right thing.

Well, semi-ordinary. Okay, maybe they’re a little eccentric.

The sequel to The Empress Capsule and Capital Games is coming soon… Planned for Fall/Winter 2019.

The fast-paced romantic epic fantasy trilogy

An enslaved mage, a warrior prince, and a heroic tale of love, honor, and sacrifice.

Of all the women in the world, he falls for the one trying to kill him.

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Deserter and Some Quick Tips for NaNoWriMo

by R. K. | November 1, 2019 | Progress Updates | 2 Comments

First off — Happy Halloween!!! Second — the short story grown into a novella DESERTER is now available! Get it on Amazon here. This one won't be available in print (unless it matters to a bunch of...

Short stories, sleep deprivation, and sci-fi

by R. K. | October 7, 2019 | Inspiration, Progress Updates | 1 Comment

I must be writing a ton of sci-fi this week, because I woke up one morning from a fully-faithful Tolkein-esque dream, complete with Gandalf as star. Guess my subconscious was ready for a bit of...

My kingdom for a stationery store

by R. K. | August 20, 2019 | Progress Updates | 2 Comments

This time of year, I have to admit, is both my favorite and least favorite. I hate the heat of summer, and where I live, this is the peak of it. Heat and humidity and blahhh. BUT! It’s also...

Behind the Scenes: DAGGER OF BONE

by R. K. | July 26, 2019 | Behind the Scenes, Progress Updates, Research | 5 Comments

Guess what, my friends? NEW BOOK PARTY YEAH! DAGGER OF BONE is now on sale! I made this for you. <3 If you're interested in hear about how this book was imagined, read on... If you're interested...