THE CHRONICLES OF ORDI
Alex Zenk
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GENRE: Fantasy
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BLURB:
In a world where ancient magic is fading and darkness grows, one dwarf mage stands between his realm and destruction.
Ordi, a gifted mage with the rare ability to command all elemental magic, is summoned by his king on a perilous quest. Accompanied by his loyal posh hound Mira and his warrior brother Verdun, Ordi must recover the legendary Otthroite Gems—powerful artifacts thought lost to time.
As they journey through forbidden forests, abandoned dwarven cities, and haunted valleys, they discover these gems are the only hope against the rising threat of the long-banished Dark Lord. With each step, they uncover secrets of ancient magic and face betrayals that test the bonds of brotherhood.
Rich in world-building and filled with magical encounters, "The Chronicles of Ordi" blends classic fantasy elements with fresh perspectives on courage, loyalty, and the price of power.
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EXCERPTS:
The battle intensified. The witch's minions—a mix of twisted abominations and resurrected corpses—swarmed the clearing. Galen led the paladins in a valiant charge, striking down skeletal warriors only for them to rise again. Ordi and the mages unleashed torrents of arcane energy, incinerating the dark creatures. Despite their best efforts, the witch's power seemed endless. She began summoning more skeletons to add to the chaos of the battle. Mira charged in, pounding and ripping bones apart. The skeletons reformed effortlessly, keeping her busy.
The skeletons pressed in, their bony fingers scraping and clawing, as Ordi and Mira fought back to back, the sounds of battle filling the clearing. Ordi summoned bolts of arcane magic that pierced through the skeletal frames, incinerating them to ash, but it was a fleeting victory. The skeletons reformed with unnatural speed, their rattling bones an unsettling soundtrack to the ongoing fight. Read more – link in comments.
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AUTHOR Interview
Tell me about yourself. Where are you from?
AZ: I grew up in the Midwest, and currently live in Iowa.
What genre do you read? Who's an author you read? Name your top 5 authors.
AZ: I enjoy fantasy and sci-fi. J.R.R. Tolkien, CS Lewis, Brandon Sanderson, Kevin Anderson, and B.T. Narro
What book are you reading right now, and what do you like about it?
AZ: I’m afraid you’ve got dragons and Ascendant. I enjoy reading dragon stories, and these have not disappointed.
Favorite sports.
AZ: I love baseball; I'm a huge Cubs fan. I played football in high school, and will watch it occasionally.
Favorite thing about your state you live in.
AZ: I love the BBQ here, with 8 pigs per person in Iowa, we have an endless supply of delicious meats.
How long have you been writing?
AZ: Been writing for 2 years.
What is your writing process like? Are you more of a plotter or a pantser?
AZ: I try to plot out the big ideas, but pantser in the small mundane parts.
How did you come up with the ideas for your series?
AZ: I wanted a traditional quest-style novel and brainstormed through a number of ideas.
How do you celebrate finishing a book?
AZ: I don’t do much honestly at the moment, maybe if I become more popular, I’ll have a celebratory dinner.
What would you tell a writer who is just starting out? What program do you use for writing? What advice would you give to a writer working on their first book? What’s your writing software of choice?
AZ: If you have an idea, then you need to write it. Take each day, and write a few words, or few thousand. For those taking on their first book, be prepared to spend the rest of your life marketing it, and telling people why they should read it. I personally use Word for writing.
How do you organize everything and finding the time to sit down and write?
AZ: I try to squeeze in time in the evenings when I work, or when I am not working, write through the day. I am not the type though that has to have everything in proper order before I can start writing.
As an author, what would you choose as your spirit animal? Fantasy animal? AZ: Poshhound. You’ll have to read my story to find out why. (AA: Love this)
Who has been the biggest supporter of your writing?
AZ: Probably my wife.
How do you name your characters?
AZ: Ordi was my screen name when I played World of Warcraft, the rest I just came up randomly.
Can you describe a typical day in your writing life?
AZ: If I dedicate a day to writing, I usually do it in two hour bursts. I will have enough water to keep me going through those. I take breaks to keep my mind straight.
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Alex Zenk brings a fresh voice to the world of epic quests and magical realms. Born and raised in the midwest, Alex's love for fantasy was kindled early by the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and nurtured through years of immersive role-playing games. As a pastor by day and a storyteller by night, Alex brings a unique perspective to his writing, weaving themes of morality, redemption, and the complexities of good and evil into his narratives.
Drawing inspiration from his experiences in World of Warcraft, Alex has crafted a rich and immersive world in his debut series, "The Chronicles of Ordi." His background in theology and his deep understanding of human nature inform the complex characters and intricate plot lines.
When not writing or tending to his pastoral duties, Alex can be found exploring the natural beauty of Iowa with his family, using these adventures to fuel his imagination and inspire new fantastic landscapes. With plans for multiple books set in the world of Asheros, Alex Zenk is poised to make a significant impact on the fantasy genre, offering readers a blend of classic epic fantasy with a modern, thoughtful twist.
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Website: https://apzenk.com/
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GIVEAWAY INFORMATION and RAFFLECOPTER CODE
Alex Zenk will be awarding a $25 Amazon gift card to a randomly drawn winner.
2 comments:
Sounds really interesting.
This sounds like a great read and I like the cover.
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