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Martyn Stanley is married to his wife, Rachael, and has two young children. He lives in a small village on the Staffordshire Cheshire border and is employed full time as a manager at a small manufacturing unit. He has always been interested in writing, and over the years has spent many hours writing for pleasure on forums, as well as writing some short stories. ”The Last Dragon Slayer” is his first novel, and his second and third books, “The Verkreath Horror” and "The Blood Queen" (along with other planned books), form part of the “Deathsworn Arc” series. He has also authored the 'Lambton Worm' and 'Return of the Worm Slayer' a re-telling of an old English folktale and a sequel. He has long been an avid reader of Terry Pratchett’s “Discworld,” and it was partly due to his love of this fantasy series, that he sought to write his own “epic fantasy” books. Unlike Terry Pratchett’s work, his books have a darker tone and address some adult themes, including questions of faith and moral philosophy. Martyn has many other varied interests. He is currently studying towards an Open University General Science degree, the course material of which has helped provide inspiration and ideas for his books. The course has also led him to read a number of other science-based books for pleasure, which has further strengthened his atheist leanings. Martyn is interested in video games and gaming culture, particularly fantasy adventure and role-playing games. He enjoys playing the guitar, and spent a few years in a rock band during his miss-spent youth! Besides this, he has an interest in martial arts, and although no longer practising, due to family commitments, he holds a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo. This is something he would like to resume doing, time permitting!

Action, Adventure and Dragon Slaying in this Sword and Sorcery themed, Epic Fantasy Novel:-"First book was extremely engrossing. Had to force myself to put it down. " - J. SwaimSaul Karza, wizard of the Empire, has been given a quest by the Empress herself: To find and slay a mythical 'noble dragon' - said to be near invulnerable. Instead of leading a large band of soldiers, archers and spell-casters; he sets out with two immigrant dock-workers and a homeless dwarf. What Saul needs is the legendary 'Last Dragon Slayer' on his side, because on this deadly quest, it's not only Saul's favour with the Empress that's at stake - but also his life. The Deathsworn Arc Series of Dark, Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels:-Deathsworn Arc : The Last Dragon SlayerDeathsworn Arc 2 : The Verkreath HorrorDeathsworn Arc 3 : The Blood QueenDeathsworn Arc 4 : Rise of the ArchmageThe Deathsworn Arc contains graphic violence and mature themes. Recommended for readers 14 only. Enjoyed this book? Look for 'The Lambton Worm' also by Martyn Stanley

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Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Teen & Young Adult

Imperial Wizard Saul Karza has stared death in the face. Instead of an easy ride home to claim his reward, he finds himself fleeing a fanatical dragon cult and a horde of vile creatures - determined to devour his entire party. Just when things couldn't get any worse, he is faced with the even greater horror, of Brael Truthseeker's enigmatic 'Truth'. Battle-worn and weary, Saul and the survivors of the dragon encounter must travel south to collect their reward. When the fanatical dragon cult appears, desperate for revenge - Saul's party flees into a network of abandoned dwarfish tunnels. Deep beneath the surface, they face the horror of the Verkreath and of Brael's 'Truth'. Even if they survive, their lives will be changed forever. The Deathsworn Arc Series of Dark, Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels:-Deathsworn Arc : The Last Dragon SlayerDeathsworn Arc 2 : The Verkreath HorrorDeathsworn Arc 3 : The Blood QueenDeathsworn Arc 4 : Rise of the ArchmageThe Deathsworn Arc contains graphic violence and mature themes. Recommended for readers 14 only. Enjoyed this book? Look for 'The Lambton Worm' also by Martyn Stanley

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Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Teen & Young Adult

Imperial Wizard Saul Karza has dragged himself and his companions through hell. Instead of falling into the Empress's arms and re-kindling their relationship, he finds she has regained her lost youth, leaving him old and frail. His strong position at court is at risk, as thanks to Brael's 'Truth', he is forced to make a stand against the tyranny of the church. Even if he can maintain his position, he risks losing more than one companion to the brutal 'Blood Trials'. The Deathsworn Arc Series of Dark, Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels:- Deathsworn Arc : The Last Dragon Slayer Deathsworn Arc 2 : The Verkreath Horror Deathsworn Arc 3 : The Blood Queen The Deathsworn Arc is a fantasy series with themes of atheism and pragmatism, it contains graphic violence and mature themes. Recommended for readers 14 only.

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Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Teen & Young Adult

Saul Karza has defied the Isharian Church. Now Melchiot is after his blood and desperate to silence anyone who may reveal the 'Truth'. With quisitors, assassins, elves and verkreath, all after them - it's definitely time for the companions to head to Votrex's home. On the way though, they chance upon another gravian, a ghost from Brael's past. Can he finally get his curse removed and regain his ability to perform magic?The Deathsworn Arc Series of Dark, Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels:-Deathsworn Arc : The Last Dragon SlayerDeathsworn Arc 2 : The Verkreath HorrorDeathsworn Arc 3 : The Blood QueenDeathsworn Arc 4 : Rise of the ArchmageThe Deathsworn Arc contains graphic violence and mature themes. Recommended for readers 15 only. Enjoyed this book? Look for 'The Lambton Worm' and it's exciting sequel 'Return of the Worm Slayer', also by Martyn Stanley

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Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Teen & Young Adult

The Lambton Worm is a modern re-telling of the popular story from old English folklore. When a young John Lambton skips church to go fishing, he catches something unnatural. Fearful of his father's reaction to both skipping church and bringing such a foul creature to the house - he it throws in the well. Years later, after fighting in the Crusades, John returns home to an unwanted surprise. When all seems lost, and he seems doomed to die - he finds help from a most unexpected person. This is a short story, approx 6000 words including the footnotes. The actual story is approx 5800 words. If you enjoy Martyn Stanley's 'The Lambton Worm' why not pick up his 'Deathsworn Arc' series, of which part 1 is free to download.

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