C.J. Milbrandt's Blog, page 79

The Johns family tree was truly magical. Some said it was because Ian’s great-great-great-grandfather had married a woodland fairy. Since then, men and women in their clan sometimes showed signs of magic. Those with dynasty level talents considered the Johns’ ability a quaint quirk. But Ian was proud of his inheritance.

—Byways, Book #1, On Your Marks: The Adventure Begins

Changers. Readers of the Byways books quickly discover that Ian Johns and his three sons aren’t typical. Not only do all...

Byways, Book #7 • Across the Line: A Ganix Johns Adventure
Releases: May 26, 2015
State by State: Maryland [learn more]

Ganix Johns doesn’t think he needs a constant companion, but then he meets someone who needs him. Hurlock is a magician with chains on his ankles, and his wife Galena is about to be sold. Ganix schemes to set them free.

Taking sibling rivalry to...

Just a very quick note to let you know that I haven’t forgotten the drawing for the Byways Review Drive. I received notification from the printer that the prize postcards I ordered are en route. When they arrive, I’ll show off a picture … and announce the winners! Thank you to everyone who took part. I truly appreciate your support. ~CJ

Reminder! The release date for the next batch of Byways books is drawing near, and in preparation, I’ve been hosting a giveaway. The prize drawing takes place tomorrow, Monday, May 4, so you still have a little more time to request a review copy of On Your Marks: The Adventure Begins. Or choose any of the other ways to enter.

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Ulrica was about to smear the excess of blood on her hands over her arms when Aurelius caught her wrist. A downhill boy. A dockside commoner. A lowly merchant. Her indignation should have blazed, yet she restrained the instinct to turn her claws on him. It would be a waste to gouge out such beautiful eyes. And to leave scars on such fine features. Curling her fingers as if to sheathe her claws, Ulrica took a reasonable tone. “I’ll bludgeon you with this haunch if you don’t le...

Byways, Book #6 • Into the Hills: A Zane Johns Adventure
Releases: May 26, 2015
State by State: Massachusetts [learn more]

Zane Johns usually stays off roads and avoids people. Traveling with a pushy blacksmith has changed everything. And if that wasn’t bad enough, their next waypoint is in a town that wants to throw Zane a tea party.

Watch for another cover reveal next week!

Taking sibling rivalry...

Reminder! We have a giveaway underway as the release date for the next batch of Byways books draws near! The prize drawing takes place on Monday, May 4, so you have plenty of time to request a review copy of On Your Marks: The Adventure Begins … or to pick and choose any of the other ways to enter.

All the details are in THIS POST

Aurelius waited for the tree-cat to commit to a leap before betraying his presence. As soon as the feline was airborne, the boy was in motion. Trajectory. Timing. Impeccable. But he hadn’t accounted for Ulrica’s speed. Hands that had been barren an instant before flashed, and her blades hit their mark in quick succession.

The tree-cat screamed, twisting in midair. Aurelius cursed in three languages as he was forced to adjust. Any second now, one of Ulrica’s jeweled daggers co...

Byways, Book #5 • Inside the Tree: A Ewan Johns Adventure
Releases: May 26, 2015
State by State: Connecticut [learn more]

Ewan Johns has to raise money for three train tickets, so he takes a job in Charter. While he’s at work, Tamaqua and Juniata discover that the big, old tree on the village green is being used as a mailbox.

Watch for two more cover reveals in the weeks ahead!

Taking sibling rival...

Reminder! We have a giveaway underway as the release date for the next batch of Byways books draws near! The prize drawing takes place on Monday, May 4, so you have plenty of time to request a review copy of On Your Marks: The Adventure Begins … or to pick and choose any of the other ways to enter.

All the details are in THIS POST