Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 18d Nereid Unbound — an urban fantasy of hidden magic, mythology, and secrets beneath the waters of Florida's Gulf Coast. #books #fantasy
Available for pre-order now.
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 18d I received the second proof copy today. Quality-wise, they are nearly identical with the exception of the cover colors. This is a temporary cover until my artist completes the covers for the series. There were so many setbacks, I just pushed forward. Preference?
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 21d You never know who you're going to bump into in a #Florida swamp. There's a scene in Nereid Unbound where Nerissa is trapped in a swamp overnight. When she encounters the Gloom Shadows, alligators are the least of her worries.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 21d Another of Florida's natural wonders that provided inspiration for Nereid Unbound.
#Florida
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#Kayaking
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 22d This stone is know by many names: hag stone, witch's stone, fairy stone, etc. In Nereid Unbound, it is an amulet called a "watai." This one was discovered on a Florida beach. Just another example of #nature doing the heavy lifting when it comes to plot devices.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 23d One of my supawvisors, Callie, giving feedback on how book three is progressing.
Fun fact: I wasn't even thinking about the similarity when I named the antagonist in my series "Calixtra." Her family often calls her "Cali."
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 26d *THIS* is the Florida spring that inspired a location in Nereid Unbound. Every time I visit it takes my breath away. Nature is amazing! This series is a Southern Gothic urban fantasy blending Choctaw and Greek mythology, mystery, and a secret that wont' stay buried.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 27d Tonight I shared the first proof of Nereid Unbound with some of my #writing group over dinner. As we were leaving, I let them in on a little secret: the restaurant we were sitting in appears in the novel. 😊 I love weaving real places into my stories.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 27d One of the Florida #springs that inspired Nereid Unbound--Jackson Blue Hole in Mariana. The actual location of the spring in the novel remains undisclosed.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 27d I received one of the print proofs of my book yesterday and it looks incredible! Can't wait until I have the hardback in hand.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 28d Finnegan, aka Finn, the dog in Nereid Unbound, is based off of my dog Dakota, who passed away several years ago at age 15. The beautiful thing about #writing is that I can bring him back.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· 28d Sharing this throwback photo from 2019. When I rescued Callie she only weighed 32lbs. She is a healthy 45lbs now and is a self-proclaimed princess.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Jul 12 Nereid Unbound in e-book format is available for pre-order on Amazon. Official launch date is August 4th, with paperback release to follow. If you are interested in a fresh take on urban fantasy that blends Choctaw and Greek mythology, this won't disappoint.
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Jul 4 So begins an evening of terror for Callie. It's hours away from dark and they're already shooting off mortars in the neighborhood. She's wearing her thundershirt and had a tranquilizer, which she promptly threw up. It's going to be a fun night. <sarcasm>
#fireworks
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Jun 25 Storm pushing in Fort Walton Beach, FL.
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Jun 11 Toccoa swinging bridge from my recent trip to Northern Georgia.
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Jun 10 This was the deck at night where I stayed during my trip. It was relaxing to sit outside at night and just listen to the creek rushing by. On the second night, I got to see fireflies.
#vacation
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Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Jun 10 Now that I'm back from my trip, I can share pics.
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· May 14 The prickly pears are in bloom.
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· May 13 Even better, I ordered bookmarks to handout at the conference so no one goes away empty-handed.
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Apr 28 Without downloading anything new, where are you, mentally?
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Mar 30 Say hello to my Redfoot tortoises, Toffee & Nugget
Sage Byrne@sagebyrne· Mar 30 Newcomer to the neighborhood. I'm used to seeing bears, fox, coyote, but not wild boar unless I'm hiking.
