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Travis D. McDaniel
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Software developer, writer, dog dad.
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Hey, #BookSky and #BookTok! My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR, is available in print and ebook, available on KU. Not many reviews, so far, but the ones it's got are pretty good! If you like low fantasy with interesting magic systems, give it a look!

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THE KRAKEN'S WAR 5 star reviews. "Lovable characters, wonderful debut fantasy" and "Interesting characters that I grew to care about, good magic system, and exciting plot" alongside the cover of THE KRAKEN'S WAR shown on a tablet, above the words "AVAILABLE NOW!"
March 29, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Time for some superliminal marketing... HEY YOU! BUY MY FANTASY NOVEL!

Just released this week, I don't want it to get lost, so support an indie author and pick up a copy today! Or, check it out on KU!

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THE KRAKEN'S WAR 5 star reviews. "Lovable characters, wonderful debut fantasy" and "Interesting characters that I grew to care about, good magic system, and exciting plot" alongside the cover of THE KRAKEN'S WAR shown on a tablet, above the words "AVAILABLE NOW!"
March 23, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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My novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR is currently sitting at #54 in the Low Fantasy genre on the 'Zon. Here's another great review from one of my ARC readers. Check it out on Kindle, in print, or KU!

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A 5 star Amazon review with the following text: Courtney 5.0 out of 5 stars Lovable characters, wonderful debut fantasy! Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2025 Verified Purchase Such a great debut fantasy! It has just enough political intrigue for me, but not so much so that it becomes too muddled down. The book’s pacing was exceptional, and the battle scenes were epic! I love the characters so much. Jastin, an old scholar with a bit of an obsession with the restricted section in libraries, is immensely lovable and hilarious. Isha is a badass courier, trying to figure out what’s going on with these strange dreams she’s having. Alif sits on the Council of Lords, and is the best friend of Engir (who wants to be the next Highlord). The way the story weaves together Alif and Aisha’s POVs is very well done and gives readers a full picture of everything going on. Can’t wait to see what Travis McDaniel puts out next!
March 21, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Hey #BookSky and #BookTok! The first review for my fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR is up on the Zon. So far, so good!

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Screenshot of an Amazon review. Review Title: Great fantasy debut. Review Body: Interesting characters that I grew to care about, good magic system, and exciting plot -- all made for a great fantasy that I enjoyed reading. I hope to read more set in this world.
March 19, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Rough day at the Peeps factory.
A pack of marshmallow Peeps with the eyes askew.
March 18, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR is available starting today in print, Kindle, and KU. Woooo!

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A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil".
March 18, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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Hey, #BookSky! My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on March 18th - only 5 days away! I'll be posting one quote per day from the book until then!

"It felt as though the very air was vibrating with each word of the chant."

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The cover of THE KRAKEN'S WAR by Travis D. McDaniel. A ship sailing in stormy seas is assaulted by massive tentacles from beneath the waves.
March 13, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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Hey, #BookSky! My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on March 18th - only 6 days away! I'll be posting one quote per day from the book until then!

"Our system of government is a monstrous bureaucracy, but it does a good job of protecting us from tyrants and idiots."

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The cover of THE KRAKEN'S WAR by Travis D. McDaniel. A ship sailing in stormy seas is assaulted by massive tentacles from beneath the waves.
March 12, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Hey, #BookSky! My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on March 18th - only 7 days away! I'll be posting one quote per day from the book until then!

"The Kelleck were reavers, first and foremost, not conquerors. Yet, Raveneye’s god demanded conquest, and he would provide it."

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The cover of THE KRAKEN'S WAR by Travis D. McDaniel. A ship sailing in stormy seas is assaulted by massive tentacles from beneath the waves.
March 11, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Hey, #BookSky and #BookTok! My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on March 18, but I'm still handing out ARCs to any and all. Just use this form to request your copy!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
March 2, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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What's up #BookSky and #BookTok! My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on March 18th, but you can request an ARC to read right now! Just use this link:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 23, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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My fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR, is available for preorder and will be on KU, and in paperback on March 18.
www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTV4RCF6

If you don't want to wait, you can also request an ARC here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 20, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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#BookSky and #BookTok, I'm still looking for ARC readers for my fantasy novel! Use this form if you're interested!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Bernie Sanders "Once Again" meme, reading "Once again I am asking for ARC readers."
February 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Hey there, #BookSky! My fantasy novel THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases in just over a month, and e-ARCs are available right now! If you're interested, just fill out the form below!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 16, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on 18 March, you can preorder it on Amazon (or get it on KU on release date).

www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTV4RCF6

ARCs are available by request through this form:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 11, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Hey there, #BookSky! I'm still looking for ARC readers for my upcoming fantasy novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR. It's got two 5-star reviews on Goodreads (so far), so don't miss out! Just fill out the form in the link to get your copy!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 10, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Hey, #BookSky! Are you stressed out about the state of the world? Want to know what might* help? Reading a book! And what do we have here? You can read an ARC of my upcoming novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by filling out this form!

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A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 7, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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Hey there, #BookSky! Things in the world are far from optimal. It feels strange to promote my book right now, but if I don't, who will? THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on March 18, and I'm looking for ARC readers! If you're interested, just fill out the form:

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A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 5, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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I just finished reading MELANCHOLY DELUSIONS by @yolandasfetsos.bsky.social and I loved this collection of short stories. Combining eerie, spooky and dark, there's a full spectrum of horror on display. Best enjoyed in the dark just before bed...

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The cover of MELANCHOLY DELUSIONS by Yolanda Sfetsos. A girl stands in front of a mirror, with a horned beast seen in the reflection behind her.
February 5, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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Hello, #BookSky and #FantasyBooks readers! My novel, THE KRAKEN'S WAR is releasing on March 18, but you can read an e-ARC right now! An honest review would be greatly appreciated by this indie author!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 4, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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My debut novel THE KRAKEN'S WAR releases on 18 March, but if you're interested in reading it early and leaving an honest review, e-ARCs are available through this form:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

#BookSky
#FantasyBooks
A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". The release date at the bottom is 18 March 2025.
February 2, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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I got a proof copy of THE KRAKEN'S WAR, and I'm very excited about how great it looks! The release date is 18 March, but ARCs are available now through this form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
The proof copy of THE KRAKEN'S WAR by Travis D. McDaniel, being opened to a page in the middle. The back cover of THE KRAKEN'S WAR by Travis D. McDaniel.
February 1, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Hey, #BookSky! Do you like reading fantasy fiction? Do you like getting things early? Then, boy do I have a deal for you! THE KRAKEN'S WAR is my debut novel, and I'm looking for ARC readers! Just fill out this form if interested!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
THE KRAKEN'S WAR by Travis D. McDaniel promo art, featuring the cover of the book on a tablet (a ship being grasped by tentacles in a stormy sea), surrounded by tropes: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". Releases 18 March 2025.
January 30, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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Greetings, #BookSky! The Kindle edition of THE KRAKEN'S WAR is available for preorder on Amazon!
www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTV4RCF6

It's also on The Story Graph and Goodreads!

Here's the form to request an ARC:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
A promotional image for the book THE KRAKEN'S WAR by Travis D. McDaniel. The text "What she wants is blood...", "Enough to turn the sea red." appear about mockups of the book in paperback and on phone and tablet. The release date of 18 March 2025 is at the bottom. The background is a crashing wave under a stormy sky.
January 28, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Hello, #BookSky! Digital ARCs are now available for THE KRAKEN'S WAR! If you're interested, please fill out the Google Form, and you'll be emailed a copy ASAP!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
A promotional image for THE KRAKEN'S WAR, by Travis D. McDaniel. The cover of the book is on the screen of a tablet, with the following text around it: "Unlikely Allies", "Political Intrigue", "Lost Magic", "Funny Old Mentor", "Found Family", "Ancient Evil". 18 March 2025
January 27, 2025 at 8:20 PM