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Kwyn Marie (DF/SF Author)
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I'm a dark fantasy/science fantasy author who writes The Wellspring Dragons series, The Lapis of Nicodem serial and Evenacht serial.

I'm a goth, an Anvilite, cello and whistle player.

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When blood and ice collide in the Abyss, dreams shatter.

Shiobe dreams of adventure, Sikode dreams of dragons. Bloodmages dream as well, their ultimate goal a mystery that could destroy a dragon's lair.

Abyss of Dreams is out now!

#darkfantasy #epicfantasy
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and release date of Oct 29. Below it says: Sikode dreams of dragons, Shiobe dreams of adventure, bloodmages dream of vengeance. On the right is the cover. Below the cover says: for more info visit www.kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
November 24, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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Re-Caast Chapter 6 is live at World Anvil Manuscripts!

While escaping the mansion, Lapis and company realize the enemy has another reason to be there.

tinyurl.com/recaast

#sciencefantasy #darkfantasy
Ad for Re-caast Chapter 6: A Smattering of Steps. To the left are Lapis and Patch. Patch is holding a throwing dagger and his blue cloak and blond hair are blowing to the right. Lapis is facing him, holding a mechanical robot head. Her purple cloak and black hair are blowing to the right. On the right are the title and chapter title, along with dark science fantasy serialized novel and at World Anvil Manuscripts. At the bottom it says: tinyurl dot com slash re-caast.
November 21, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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When blood and ice collide in the Abyss, dreams shatter.

Shiobe dreams of adventure, Sikode dreams of dragons. Bloodmages dream as well, their ultimate goal a mystery that could destroy a dragon's lair.

Abyss of Dreams is out now!

#darkfantasy #epicfantasy #writingcommunity #booksky
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and words Out Now. Below it says: Bloodmages, dragon justice, betrayal, scholarly intrigue, corrupt leadetship, vengeful deities. On the right is the cover. Above the cover says: for more info visit kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
November 16, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Abyss of Dreams is out now!

Shiobe and Sikode follow dreams to Hekara's Abyss, home of the Ice Dragon.

Bloodmages follow dreams as well. If Shiobe and Sikode don't find out why the cultists have corrupted the communities in the shadow of the Abyss, their dreams might shatter.
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and release date of Oct 29. Below it says: Sikode dreams of dragons, Shiobe dreams of adventure, bloodmages dream of vengeance. On the right is the cover. Below the cover says: for more info visit www.kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
November 12, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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My honey gave his named chair installation talk today. Very proud 🥰
Sam Nelson giving talk at his named chair installation. Trefoil knots are on the screen
November 11, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Abyss of Dreams is out now! Ebook available at your fav retailer via universal link.

Shiobe and Sikode reach Hekara's Abyss, the lair of the Ice Dragon. Hoping to complete the dragon companion trials quickly, instead they discover bloodmages have sunk their claws into local communities.
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and words Out Now. Below it says: Bloodmages, dragon justice, betrayal, scholarly intrigue, corrupt leadetship, vengeful deities. On the right is the cover. Above the cover says: for more info visit kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
November 9, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Re-Caast Chapters 4 and 5 are Live at World Anvil Manuscripts!

Lapis and company brave the dangers of Green Castle to rescue more khentauree.

#darkfantasy

tinyurl.com/recaast
Ad for Re-caast Chapter 4: Sliding Steal and Chapter 5: None Left Behind. To the left are Lapis and Patch. Patch is holding a throwing dagger and his blue cloak and blond hair are blowing to the right. Lapis is facing him, holding a mechanical robot head. Her purple cloak and black hair are blowing to the right. On the right are the title and chapter title, along with dark science fantasy serialized novel and at World Anvil Manuscripts. At the bottom it says: tinyurl dot com slash re-caast.
November 7, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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When blood and ice collide in the Abyss, dreams shatter.

Shiobe dreams of adventure, Sikode dreams of dragons. Bloodmages dream as well, their ultimate goal a mystery that could destroy a dragon's lair.

Abyss of Dreams is out now!
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and release date of Oct 29. Below it says: Sikode dreams of dragons, Shiobe dreams of adventure, bloodmages dream of vengeance. On the right is the cover. Below the cover says: for more info visit www.kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
November 1, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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Greenglimmer's final act has arrived! Three chapters end the book, but don't worry! Vantra and company's adventures continue in Windtwist Isles starting Jan 9, 2026.

Navosh needs protection from the enemy until he can awaken and begin his healing of the rainforest. Plus the Epilogue!

#darkfantasy
Ad for Greenglimmer Chapter 74: Late Arrival, chapter 75: Not-So-Afterparty, and Epilogue. The background has Vantra, dressed in a cloak and holding the sun shard, standing against a misty forest background. The pic is inside a silhouette of Vantra's hooded head.
October 31, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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When blood and ice collide in the Abyss, dreams shatter. Abyss of Dreams is now live!

Sikode and Shiobe arrive at Hekara's Abyss, lair of the Ice Dragon. They plan to find his artifact and begin the magic trials within. Once completed, he will be the dragon's companion.

But the bloodmage cult is
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and release date of Oct 29. Below it says: Sikode dreams of dragons, Shiobe dreams of adventure, bloodmages dream of vengeance. On the right is the cover. Below the cover says: for more info visit www.kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
October 29, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Almost here! Abyss of Dreams comes out Wednesday!

Sikode's dreamed of dragons, and Shiobe wants to help him become a dragon companion. Bloodmages and their deities enjoy shattering dreams.

See the book page for more info.

#darkfantasy

www.worldanvil.com/w/the-wellsp...
October 27, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Abyss of Dreams comes out Oct. 29!

Student of the Flame Sikode's dream to become a dragon companion leads him, scholar Shiobe and climber Ceten to mountainous Hekara's Abyss, the lair of Lajaka, the Ice Dragon of Lassa.
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. To the left it a blue dragon's eye, to the right the title, where a ring surrounding two stylized dragons sits at the top, and www dot kwynmarie dot com is below. A light blue divider rests above the quote box, which has a stylized dragon on the left as an ornament. The text reads: "It's never happened before, a dual- companionship," Lajaka said. "If you and Sikode complete both trials, it will be a new experience for us as well. Are you both that stubborn?" "Yes," Sikode said. Shiobe did not think herself stubborn—at least, not dragonstone stubborn. Three pairs of eyes studied her, and she sucked up the faint courage still in her after the night's events. "I'm, ah, not exactly looking forward to lightning setting me on fire again."
October 25, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Re-caast Chapter 3 is live at World Anvil Manuscripts!

Unwanted visitors preceed an alarming surprise for Lapis.

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#darkfantasy #sciencefantasy
Ad for Re-caast Chapter 3: Alarming. To the left are Lapis and Patch. Patch is holding a throwing dagger and his blue cloak and blond hair are blowing to the right. Lapis is facing him, holding a mechanical robot head. Her purple cloak and black hair are blowing to the right. On the right are the title and chapter title, along with dark science fantasy serialized novel and at World Anvil Manuscripts. At the bottom it says: tinyurl dot com slash re-caast.
October 24, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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5 years of Lapis of Nicodem!

On Oct. 20, 2020, I started an experiment. I wasn't sure I would like writing books by chapter, but I wanted to try! World Anvil Manuscripts provided the perfect opportunity, and I released the first chapter of Lapis of Nicodem.

Still going!
Pic of Lapis facing neon skyscrapers. She's wearing a black hood and long-sleeved shirt, tight pants, and a pouch strapped to her thigh. She's adjusting her blade gauntlet.
October 22, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Abyss of Dreams comes out Oct 29!

Dreams of dragons pull Shiobe and Sikode to Hekara's Abyss, the lair of Lajaka, Ice Dragon of Lassa.

They seek to pass the trials so Sikode can become a dragon companion.

Bloodmages, and their death-drenched deities, have other plans.
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and release date of Oct 29. Below it says: Sikode dreams of dragons, Shiobe dreams of adventure, death-drenched bloodmages dream of vengeance. On the right is the cover. Below the cover says: for more info visit www.kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
October 19, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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Greenglimmer Chapter 73 is live at World Anvil Manuscripts!

The roar of destruction hides a secret that no one anticipates.

tinyurl.com/246kndde

#darkfantasy
Ad for Greenglimmer Chapter 73: Roaring Finale. The background has Vantra, dressed in a cloak and holding the sun shard, standing against a misty forest background. The pic is inside a silhouette of Vantra's hooded head.
October 17, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Abyss of Dreams comes out Oct 29!

Student of the Flame Sikode's dream to become a dragon companion leads him, scholar Shiobe and climber Ceten to mountainous Hekara's Abyss, the lair of Lajaka, the Ice Dragon of Lassa.
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and release date of Oct 29. Below it says: Sikode dreams of dragons, Shiobe dreams of adventure, bloodmages dream of vengeance. On the right is the cover. Below the cover says: for more info visit www.kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
October 15, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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After a series of unfortunate events, my cover's finally done! Abyss of Dreams comes out Oct 29 at your favorite retailors.

Student of the Flame Sikode's dream to become a dragon companion leads him, scholar Shiobe and climber Ceten to mountainous Hekara's Abyss, the lair of Lajaka, the Ice Dragon
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. On the left is the title and release date of Oct 29. Below it says: Sikode dreams of dragons, Shiobe dreams of adventure, bloodmages dream of vengeance. On the right is the cover. Below the cover says: for more info visit www.kwynmarie.com The background is the cover image with Sikode outside a magic shield and Shiobe inside it, near a humongous dragon skull.
October 14, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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Re-Caast Chapters 1 and 2 are LIVE at World Anvil Manuscripts!

Lapis and Patch must deal with ringboss Hoyt's henchmen before lunch!

tinyurl.com/recaast

#darkfantasy #sciencefantasy
Ad for Re-caast Chapter 1: Siward's Up and Chapter 2: Too Quiet. To the left are Lapis and Patch. Patch is holding a throwing dagger and his blue cloak and blond hair are blowing to the right. Lapis is facing him, holding a mechanical robot head. Her purple cloak and black hair are blowing to the right. On the right are the title and chapter title, along with dark science fantasy serialized novel and at World Anvil Manuscripts. At the bottom it says: tinyurl dot com slash re-caast.
October 10, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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Greenglimmer Chapters 71 & 72 are live at World Anvil Manuscripts!

A secret is revealed, and Vantra and company must get a deity to safety.

#darkfantasy

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Ad for Greenglimmer Chapter 71: Darker Side if Light and Chapter 72: Desperate Act. The background has Vantra, dressed in a cloak and holding the sun shard, standing against a misty forest background. The pic is inside a silhouette of Vantra's hooded head.
October 3, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Abyss of Dreams comes out this October!

Kykini Cede, Flame Dragon of Kassak, dreams of many things. One came true, when he created a martial arts style with his long-ago companion, Ivore.

They wished to form an art that welcomed all who wished to participate, building strength of
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. Top of the ad has the eye of a red and gold dragon on the left, with the right containing a circle with two stylized dragons, the title of the book, and www.kwynmarie.com. Bottom of ad has a quote on a bluish background with a stylized dragon motif on the left. The quote says: "Kykini thundered his name with her. The earth violently shuddered as the dragon slammed into the ground over her, his physical heat as heady as his mental. Shiobe sucked fire-hot air into her lungs and leaned towards the terrified aggressor, screaming with her dragon's furious roar."
October 1, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Re-Caast is LIVE! That's right, Lapis, Patch, and their companions are back in the 5th book of the Lapis of Nicodem serialized novels.

Chapter 0's up and ready!

For Jiy residents, the view of the skyshroud wreckage from the Night Market roof is spectacularly terrifying—until guttershanks show up.
Ad for Re-caast Chapter 0: Retrospect. To the left are Lapis and Patch. Patch is holding a throwing dagger and his blue cloak and blond hair are blowing to the right. Lapis is facing him, holding a mechanical robot head. Her purple cloak and black hair are blowing to the right. On the right are the title and chapter title, along with dark science fantasy serialized novel and at World Anvil Manuscripts. At the bottom it says: tinyurl dot com slash re-caast.
September 26, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Abyss of Dreams comes out this October!

Lajaka, Ice Dragon of Lassa, and Kykini Cede, Flame Dragon of Kassak, share a dream: to have companions at the same time who know, like, and respect each other. In the past, it's been random humans finding and mastering dragonstone trials, with gaps between.
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. To the left it a blue dragon's eye, to the right the title, where a ring surrounding two stylized dragons sits at the top, and www dot kwynmarie dot com is below. A light blue divider rests above the quote box, which has a stylized dragon on the left as an ornament. The text reads: "It's never happened before, a dual- companionship," Lajaka said. "If you and Sikode complete both trials, it will be a new experience for us as well. Are you both that stubborn?" "Yes," Sikode said. Shiobe did not think herself stubborn—at least, not dragonstone stubborn. Three pairs of eyes studied her, and she sucked up the faint courage still in her after the night's events. "I'm, ah, not exactly looking forward to lightning setting me on fire again."
September 21, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Greenglimmer Chapter 70 is live at World Anvil Manuscripts!

Vantra and companions find Kjiven, but the encounter takes a devastating turn.

#darkfantasy #epicfantasy

tinyurl.com/246kndde
Ad for Greenglimmer Chapter 70: of Cloaks and Mantles. The background has Vantra, dressed in a cloak and holding the sun shard, standing against a misty forest background. The pic is inside a silhouette of Vantra's hooded head.
September 20, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Abyss of Dreams comes out this October!

Kykini Cede, Flame Dragon of Kassak, dreams of many things. One came true, when he created a martial arts style with his long-ago companion, Ivore.

They wished to form an art that welcomed all who wished to participate, building strength of character and
Ad for Abyss of Dreams: The Wellspring Dragons Book 4. Top of the ad has the eye of a red and gold dragon on the left, with the right containing a circle with two stylized dragons, the title of the book, and www.kwynmarie.com. Bottom of ad has a quote on a bluish background with a stylized dragon motif on the left. The quote says: "Kykini thundered his name with her. The earth violently shuddered as the dragon slammed into the ground over her, his physical heat as heady as his mental. Shiobe sucked fire-hot air into her lungs and leaned towards the terrified aggressor, screaming with her dragon's furious roar."
September 16, 2025 at 6:29 PM