Wednesday, April 8, 2015

The WOVEN A to Z Challenge: Alex's G is for Gleesel! And Special Announcement For Dragon of the Stars!

I dedicate this A to Z Challenge to Tina Downey, one of the A to Z Challenge founders and one of the brightest bloggers who sadly left us last year. Harder still, she was in a secret support group that I'm part of. The best way I can honor Tina, who was excited about and never had the opportunity to read my debut, I've teamed up with Father Dragon to present short bios and character portraits from Woven. I'll write the bios and all art is created by Al Diaz. I hope you enjoy this visual tribute to our friend, Tina.

Let's pause for second. We're doing something a little different today. Alex J. Cavanaugh, author of the newly released Dragon of the Stars, is going to tell you about the next character from Woven, and then he'll take over the blog for a little while. The bridge is yours, sir!

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G is for Gleesel

One of the most interesting characters Nels and Tyra encounter is Gleesel. Known as the Mountain Witch, they travel to her home to find the Needle that will save Nels. What they find is someone who is trapped in many ways and haunted by loss. She is not a bitter person, and is pleased to have visitors, especially royalty, in her house. She possesses the secret to locating the Needle but cannot access it. As a ghost, Nels can see what she cannot, and they must help each other. You might not recognize her when you first meet Gleesel. Just be watching. And listening…

Tomorrow: H is for Hilvar.

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Dragon of the Stars 
by Alex J. Cavanaugh 

Science Fiction – Space Opera/Adventure/Military
Print ISBN 9781939844064 EBook ISBN 9781939844057

Dancing Lemur Press, LLC http://www.dancinglemurpress.com/ 

What Are the Kargrandes? http://whatarethekargrandes.com/

The ship of legends…


The future is set for Lt. Commander Aden Pendar, son of a Hyrathian Duke. Poised to secure his own command and marriage to the queen’s daughter, he’ll stop at nothing to achieve his goals. But when the Alliance denies Hyrath’s claim on the planet of Kavil and declares war on their world, Aden finds his plans in disarray. Entrenched in battle and told he won’t make captain, Aden’s world begins to collapse. How will he salvage his career and future during Hyrath’s darkest hour?
One chance remains–the Dragon. Lost many years prior, the legendary ship’s unique weapon is Hyrath’s only hope. Can Aden find the Dragon, save his people, and prove he’s capable of commanding his own ship?

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Alex J. Cavanaugh has a Bachelor of Fine Arts and works in web design, graphics, and technical editing. A fan of all things science fiction, his interests range from books and movies to music and games. Online he is the Ninja Captain and founder of the Insecure Writer’s Support Group. He’s the author of Amazon Best- Sellers CassaStar, CassaFire, and CassaStorm.


I’m Alex, and I may or may not have clones...
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34 comments:

  1. Alex J. CavanaughApril 8, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    Thanks, David! Hope I described Gleesel in an honorable fashion. Al certainly did the image justice.

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  2. Tasha Duncan-DrakeApril 8, 2015 at 6:19 AM

    She sounds like quite the character with a great deal of depth.
    Tasha
    Tasha's Thinkings | Wittegen Press | FB3X (AC)

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  3. Tiana SmithApril 8, 2015 at 7:49 AM

    I've seen people promoting Dragon of the Stars all across the web, which is awesome!

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  4. Christine RainsApril 8, 2015 at 7:59 AM

    Gleesel sounds fascinating. Congrats to Alex!

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  5. kjmckendryApril 8, 2015 at 8:03 AM

    Gleesel sounds like a very interesting character! Congrats to Alex on the release!

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  6. Chrys FeyApril 8, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    She's cool looking. I think I'd like her. :)

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  7. brittanysbookramblesApril 8, 2015 at 9:10 AM

    I really enjoyed her storyline. It's nice to have a picture to go with the story =)

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  8. BevimusApril 8, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    I agree, Gleesel sounds very interesting. Congrats again, Alex!

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  9. L. Diane WolfeApril 8, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    I think I'd like Gleesel, too.

    Congrats to Alex.

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  10. Elizabeth SeckmanApril 8, 2015 at 9:35 AM

    She's much prettier than I imagined.

    Congrats to Alex!!

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  11. Sarah FosterApril 8, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    Gleesel sounds like an interesting character! :)

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  12. Alex J. CavanaughApril 8, 2015 at 9:41 AM

    Thanks, everyone!

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  13. SpacerGuyApril 8, 2015 at 10:01 AM

    I bought the kindle book and am tucking into its secrets hehe.

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  14. Matthew MacNishApril 8, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    Tina was the best. She is dearly and sorely missed.

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  15. ~Brandy~April 8, 2015 at 10:18 AM

    Very cool character - description and image! It's so awesome to see three bloggers coming together on this post and even better that the whole things honours another blogger's memory. I've got the feels!
    Brandy from Brandy's Bustlings

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  16. Brandon AxApril 8, 2015 at 12:59 PM

    I always love haunted characters. They always make the story interesting.

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  17. AnonymousApril 8, 2015 at 1:09 PM

    She sounds like an interesting character.

    ~Patricia Lynne aka Patricia Josephine~
    Member of C. Lee's Muffin Commando Squad
    Story Dam
    Patricia Lynne, Indie Author

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  18. M PaxApril 8, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    There are a lot of interesting characters in your book. Sounds like quite the adventure. Congrats to Alex!

    Untethered Realms / MPax

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  19. messymimiApril 8, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    She sounds like someone i'd like to talk to.

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  20. Susan Gourley/KelleyApril 8, 2015 at 2:42 PM

    Congrats to Alex. You have a great cast of interesting characters, David.

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  21. cleemckenzieApril 8, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    I felt sorry for Gleesel, but all was well for her in the end. That was good.

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  22. JoApril 8, 2015 at 3:35 PM

    Delightful looking witch. Al was very kind to her. So were you Alex. Now about those Kargrandes.......

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  23. J E OneilApril 8, 2015 at 3:56 PM

    You come up with the best names.

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  24. LisaApril 8, 2015 at 3:57 PM

    I'll be "watching an eye out" (as my niece used to say) for Gleesel. Where did you come up with these names? Lisa, co-host AtoZ 2015, @ http://www.lisabuiecollard.com

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  25. Alex J. CavanaughApril 8, 2015 at 5:50 PM

    Thanks, everyone!

    Jo, you are really hooked on the Kargrandes...

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  26. BirgitApril 8, 2015 at 7:33 PM

    Very interesting character and again, love the drawing

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  27. Liz A.April 8, 2015 at 8:30 PM

    I always enjoy a good witch character.

    Liz A. from Laws of Gravity

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  28. Hilary Melton-ButcherApril 9, 2015 at 1:22 AM

    Hi David - Gleesel sounds a fascinating character and once again Father Dragon's drawing is wonderful .. Good luck to Alex too ... cheers Hilary

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  29. Laura ClipsonApril 9, 2015 at 4:53 AM

    She sounds like an interesting character :)

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  30. DaniApril 9, 2015 at 5:38 AM

    She sounds like someone I'd like to meet!

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  31. Shell FlowerApril 9, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    Gleesel certainly comes off as complex and multi-faceted, which always makes a good character. Good luck to both of you on selling those novels.

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  32. Michelle WallaceApril 11, 2015 at 6:17 AM

    I love the name Gleesel... very different.
    Father Dragon is so talented.
    Good luck to both Alex and David. I hope you guys sell tons and tons of books!

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  33. Alex J. CavanaughApril 13, 2015 at 3:59 PM

    Thanks everyone for stopping by!

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  34. Toi ThomasApril 16, 2015 at 6:00 PM

    This a very interesting character. The story itself is one up high on my TBR list. Best wishes with sells.

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