Books with author Dan Anthony

VAELIN AL SORNA RETURNSAnthony Ryan's debut novel Blood Song—the first book of the Raven's Shadow series—took the fantasy world by storm. Now, he continues that saga with The Wolf's Call, which begins a thrilling new story of razor-sharp action and epic adventure.Peace never lasts. Vaelin Al Sorna is a living legend, his name known across the Realm. It was his leadership that overthrew empires, his blade that won hard-fought battles - and his sacrifice that defeated an evil more terrifying than anything the world had ever seen. He won titles aplenty, only to cast aside his earned glory for a quiet life in the Realm's northern reaches. Yet whispers have come from across the sea - rumours of an army called the Steel Horde, led by a man who believes himself a god. Vaelin has no wish to fight another war, but when he learns that Sherin, the woman he lost long ago, has fallen into the Horde's grasp, he resolves to confront this powerful new threat. To this end, Vaelin travels to the realms of the Merchant Kings, a land ruled by honor and intrigue. There, as the drums of war thunder across kingdoms riven by conflict, Vaelin learns a terrible truth: that there are some battles that even he may not be strong enough to win.

In this “deftly and originally executed” (Booklist) New York Times bestselling novel, Vaelin Al Sorna must help his Queen reclaim her Realm. Only his enemy has a dangerous new collaborator, one with powers darker than Vaelin has ever encountered… “The Ally is there, but only ever as a shadow, unexplained catastrophe or murder committed at the behest of a dark vengeful spirit. Sorting truth from myth is often a fruitless task.” After fighting back from the brink of death, Queen Lyrna is determined to repel the invading Volarian army and regain the independence of the Unified Realm. Except, to accomplish her goals, she must do more than rally her loyal supporters. She must align herself with forces she once found repugnant—those who possess the strange and varied gifts of the Dark—and take the war to her enemy’s doorstep. Victory rests on the shoulders of Vaelin Al Sorna, now named Battle Lord of the Realm. However, his path is riddled with difficulties. For the Volarian enemy has a new weapon on their side, one that Vaelin must destroy if the Realm is to prevail—a mysterious Ally with the ability to grant unnaturally long life to her servants. And defeating one who cannot be killed is a nearly impossible feat, especially when Vaelin’s blood-song, the mystical power which has made him the epic fighter he is, has gone ominously silent… ***Don't miss the continuation of this epic saga: The Wolf's Call, A Raven's Blade Novel available July 23, 2019***

The New York Times bestselling Raven’s Shadow Trilogy was a perfect read for “fans of broadscale epic fantasy along the lines of Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series and George R. R. Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire novels.”* Now, Anthony Ryan begins a new saga, The Draconis Memoria...Throughout the vast lands controlled by the Ironship Trading Syndicate, nothing is more prized than the blood of drakes. Harvested from captive or hunted Reds, Greens, Blues and Blacks, it can be distilled into elixirs that bestow fearsome powers on the rare men and women known as the Blood-blessed. But not many know the truth: that the lines of drakes are weakening. If they fail, war with the neighboring Corvantine Empire will follow swiftly. The Syndicate’s last hope resides in whispers of the existence of another breed of drake, far more powerful than the rest, and the few who have been chosen by fate to seek it. Claydon Torcreek is a petty thief and an unregistered Blood-blessed who finds himself pressed into service by the Protectorate and sent to wild, uncharted lands in search of a creature he believes is little more than legend. Lizanne Lethridge is a formidable spy and assassin facing gravest danger on an espionage mission deep into the heart of enemy territory. And Corrick Hilemore is the second lieutenant of an Ironship cruiser whose pursuit of ruthless brigands leads him to a far greater threat at the edge of the world. As lives and empires clash and intertwine, as the unknown and the known collide, all three must fight to turn the tide of a coming war, or drown in its wake. *Library Journal

"Life's tough when you're a teenager. So just strip off all your clothes, and dance like no one's watching!"Rory gulped, stood solid, and for the first time in his teenage life, answered his headmaster back. From then on, everything changed. Before, he was the quiet boy in school, pressured only by his parents high expectations, and always shadowed by his weirdly peculiar Principal, Mr Doran. And to make matters worse; were the constant houndings by the unruly school bully, Trez. But after all that, and in an effort to wipe away his past, Rory would find himself sneaking out of his house in the dead of night. Crossing the dark streets. Stripping off his clothes. And becoming the best Go-Go Dancer in the biggest night club in town.Set on the vibrant and colourful night scene of Dublin, Ireland. This coming of age story tells the true meaning of how to be confident, and how express yourself in every way.

"Gloriously witty, keen and spirited" J.J. Abrams, Director of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"The odds of me ever writing a book were approximately... Oh, never mind. My golden companion worries about such things - I don't. I have indeed now written a book - telling my story, in my voice, not his - recognising that our voices and our stories are inextricably intertwined."When Star Wars burst on to the big screen in 1977, an unfailingly polite golden droid called C-3PO captured imaginations around the globe. But C-3PO wasn't an amazing display of animatronics with a unique and unforgettable voiceover. Inside the metal costume was an actor named Anthony Daniels.In this deeply personal memoir, Anthony Daniels recounts his experiences of the epic cinematic adventure that has influenced pop culture for more than 40 years. For the very first time, he candidly describes his most intimate memories as the only actor to appear in every Star Wars film - from his first meeting with George Lucas to the final, emotional days on the set of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.With a foreword by J.J. Abrams and never-before-seen photography, this book is a nostalgic look back at the Skywalker saga as it comes to a close. I Am C-3PO: The Inside Story reveals Anthony Daniels' vulnerability, how he established his role and what he accomplished, and takes readers on a journey that just happens to start in a galaxy far, far away.

The thrilling conclusion to the “deftly and originally executed” (Booklist) New York Times bestselling Raven’s Shadow trilogy from the author of Blood Song and Tower Lord. After fighting back from the brink of death, Queen Lyrna is determined to repel the invading Volarian army and regain the independence of the Unified Realm. To accomplish her goals she must not only rally her loyal supporters, but also align herself with forces that possess the strange and varied gifts of the Dark, and take the war to her enemy’s doorstep. Victory rests on the shoulders of Vaelin Al Sorna, Battle Lord of the Realm. However, the Volarians have a new weapon on their side that Vaelin must destroy if the Realm is to prevail: a mysterious Ally with the ability to grant unnaturally long life to his servants. And defeating one who cannot be killed is a nearly impossible challenge, especially when Vaelin’s blood-song, the mystical power that has made him the epic fighter he is, has gone ominously silent…

The New York Times bestselling Raven’s Shadow Trilogy was a perfect read for “fans of broadscale epic fantasy along the lines of Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series and George R. R. Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire novels.”* Now, Anthony Ryan begins a new saga, The Draconis Memoria...Throughout the vast lands controlled by the Ironship Trading Syndicate, nothing is more prized than the blood of drakes. Harvested from captive or hunted Reds, Greens, Blues and Blacks, it can be distilled into elixirs that bestow fearsome powers on the rare men and women known as the Blood-blessed. But not many know the truth: that the lines of drakes are weakening. If they fail, war with the neighboring Corvantine Empire will follow swiftly. The Syndicate’s last hope resides in whispers of the existence of another breed of drake, far more powerful than the rest, and the few who have been chosen by fate to seek it. Claydon Torcreek is a petty thief and an unregistered Blood-blessed who finds himself pressed into service by the Protectorate and sent to wild, uncharted lands in search of a creature he believes is little more than legend. Lizanne Lethridge is a formidable spy and assassin facing gravest danger on an espionage mission deep into the heart of enemy territory. And Corrick Hilemore is the second lieutenant of an Ironship cruiser whose pursuit of ruthless brigands leads him to a far greater threat at the edge of the world. As lives and empires clash and intertwine, as the unknown and the known collide, all three must fight to turn the tide of a coming war, or drown in its wake. *Library Journal

VAELIN AL SORNA RETURNSAnthony Ryan's debut novel Blood Song—the first book of the Raven's Shadow series—took the fantasy world by storm. Now, he continues that saga with The Wolf's Call, which begins a thrilling new story of razor-sharp action and epic adventure.Peace never lasts. Vaelin Al Sorna is a living legend, his name known across the Realm. It was his leadership that overthrew empires, his blade that won hard-fought battles - and his sacrifice that defeated an evil more terrifying than anything the world had ever seen. He won titles aplenty, only to cast aside his earned glory for a quiet life in the Realm's northern reaches. Yet whispers have come from across the sea - rumours of an army called the Steel Horde, led by a man who believes himself a god. Vaelin has no wish to fight another war, but when he learns that Sherin, the woman he lost long ago, has fallen into the Horde's grasp, he resolves to confront this powerful new threat. To this end, Vaelin travels to the realms of the Merchant Kings, a land ruled by honor and intrigue. There, as the drums of war thunder across kingdoms riven by conflict, Vaelin learns a terrible truth: that there are some battles that even he may not be strong enough to win.

Learn How to Make Your Betta The Coolest and Healthiest Pet on the Block!If you want to teach your betta how to do cool tricks, be active, stay healthy, always look bright and vibrant, and live a high-quality, long-lasting life, then you’ll want to get this book.Here’s the deal:Most pet shop workers don’t know the info contained in this book. You don’t know what your betta does and does not need for its tank (it’s not what you think)You’re told that your betta will be perfectly fine in a half-gallon sized tank (Wrong!)You want to give your betta the best life possible, but you simply don’t know how to go about doing that.Fortunately this book will give you the ultimate approach to setting up your aquarium, and teach you how to properly care for your betta fish.Here are a few of the things you’ll discover in this book:All of the necessary and optional things you’ll need for your aquarium.How to properly set up your tank and common mistakes you’ll want to avoid.Learn how to teach your betta fish cool tricks such as jump and how to swim through a hoop!Discover what you should be feeding your betta and how much you should be feeding it (Most get this wrong!).How to properly breed bettas.Learn the correct way to properly clean your aquarium.Common myths and lies you’ve been told about bettas that simply aren’t true.How to prevent and treat common betta illnesses.And much more!Imagine getting a pet betta fish and KNOWING that you’ll be able to give your betta a high-quality life. By following the guidelines in this book, you can maximize the quality of life that your betta will live.Scroll up, click the buy now button, and learn how to properly take care of a betta fish today!

Learn How to Make Your Betta The Coolest and Healthiest Pet on the Block! If you want to teach your betta how to do cool tricks, be active, stay healthy, always look bright and vibrant, and live a high-quality, long-lasting life, then you’ll want to get this book.Here’s the deal:Most pet shop workers don’t know the info contained in this book. You don’t know what your betta does and does not need for its tank (it’s not what you think)You’re told that your betta will be perfectly fine in a half-gallon sized tank (Wrong!)You want to give your betta the best life possible, but you simply don’t know how to go about doing that.Fortunately, this book will give you the ultimate approach to setting up your aquarium and teach you how to properly care for your betta fish.Here are a few of the things you’ll discover in this book:All of the necessary and optional things you’ll need for your aquarium.How to properly set up your tank and common mistakes you’ll want to avoid.Learn how to teach your betta fish cool tricks such as jump and how to swim through a hoop!Discover what you should be feeding your betta and how much you should be feeding it (Most get this wrong!).How to properly breed bettas.Learn the correct way to properly clean your aquarium.Common myths and lies you’ve been told about bettas that simply aren’t true.How to prevent and treat common betta illnesses.And much more!Imagine getting a pet betta fish and KNOWING that you’ll be able to give your betta a high-quality life. By following the guidelines in this book, you can maximize the quality of life that your betta will live.Scroll up, click the buy now button, and learn how to properly take care of a betta fish today!

Fame, for thirteen-year-old Arwel, is measured by the photos on his parents' mantelpiece. There are lots of his sister and cousins. But there's just one of Arwel, playing rugby for the local under-sevens. Getting into the school team might help - and staying out of trouble, of course. But that's not easy with friends like Glen and Martin. When a dare leads to mayhem in the woods, it's Arwel who must face the consequences...in the shape of fourteen rugby-loving zombies!

Maybe, said Martin, thoughtfully, 'you're only any good playing with zombies.' In this sequel to The Rugby Zombies, Arwel is in despair. His strange teammates are on the loose - somewhere - and causing all kinds of chaos. In the meantime, his rugby career has taken a nosedive. Now Dad's gone missing, booted out of the Aberscary club by members unhappy with Arwel's performance. To add to the confusion, there's a mysterious figure haunting the Millennium Stadium . . . Who - or what - is it looking for?