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Jules Cory
During my career as a veterinary nurse, my love of words was channelled into writing articles for professional journals and producing educational materials.
The appeal of language, however, never left and I decided to complete the task I had set myself decades before; writing a novel and submerging myself in the realms of myth and folklore.
Dragonslayer
I consider the Dragonslayer series as my journeyman piece, perfecting my writing, learning my 'voice' and exploring the process of self-publishing.
The Bard was published in May 2018, with The Seer released two years later. The final instalment of the trilogy, The Druid, was released in 2024.
Inspiration
I can find the basis for stories, characters and plot lines almost anywhere, although the main ways I find inspiration include:
Rogues' Gallery
In this chaotic world, I find being surrounded by trees or being beside water allows my mind to wander to faraway realms.
Disconnected scenarios can fall into place and concepts that move the story forward will generally surface when I'm walking in the forest.
Sometimes, with a little imagination, the head of a dragon can be found!
My pets have always provided me with elements that can be woven into my characters, and their personalities can be found throughout my books.
Sabine (centre image) definitely channelled her inner dragon!
Trees and Water
Useful Links
There are many authors that have forged my love of fantasy and help create my style. Notable influences include:
All Time Favourites
I happily read everything these authors have to offer and they have been a major influence in shaping my writing.
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Honourable Mentions
These authors' series are also favourites of mine and I will re-read these over and over.
Robin Hobb's Farseer books are just sublime and I love melting into that world.
Jacqueline Carey's Kushiel's Legacy trilogies are beautifully written.
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If you like your fantasy a little more subtle, the following are wonderful and have earned a place in my 'favourites' bookcase.
Arthurian Legend:
Bernard Cornwell's Warlord Chronicles is a classic and is well complemented by Giles Kristian's Lancelot/Camelot/Arthur trilogy.
Boudicca Quartet:
Manda Scott's imagery in the Boudicca series is a delight, as well as being a cracking story.
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