August fantasy book sale – hundreds of book deals #fantasy #booksale

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Suzanne Rogerson Author

This weekend Narratess has organised another huge indie books sale with hundreds of books on offer in the genres of fantasy, sci-fi and horror. This year the price point selected for most books is £1.99, though some are free and others £2.99. Here’s the link to check out the Indie book sale.

Visions of Zarua is in the sale and I’ve made it available across all countries at £1.99. This was my debut novel and I’m proud to showcase it in this sale.

Perfect for fans of epic fantasy with split timelines, chosen one tropes, mystery, magic and creatures conjured by blood magic.

I’ve recently changed the blurb, what do you think?

What if an apprentice wizard’s haunting visions of a long-dead hero were the only key to stopping an ancient sorcerer’s resurrection?

Paddren is a wizard plagued by visions that are not his own. When his master is brutally murdered by a monstrous Nagra, Paddren’s terrifying visions of a fallen city and a long-dead hero intensify. Accompanied by his loyal friend Leyoch, and Varnia, a fierce tracker hiding a volatile magical bloodline, Paddren hunts the assassin.

But the trail leads them into a conspiracy far greater than simple murder. A rogue faction of wizards is using blood magic to resurrect a sorcerer whose power once nearly destroyed the realm. As the kingdom of Paltria edges towards war, Paddren must lead his friends into the cursed ruins of Zarua. To stop the resurrection, he must decipher the visions of the ancient Guardian who failed to kill the sorcerer three centuries ago and hope he has the strength to succeed where others have failed.

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Here’s the link to the sale again for lots of bargain indie books.

Celebrating the National Year of Reading 2026 with a bookstall! #indieauthor

Posted on August 28, 2026 by Suzanne Rogerson Author

This August Bank Holiday Monday I’ll be at a special summer fair held in my local high street, which is being run to celebrate the National Year of Reading 2026. As a local author I’ve been asked along to share my books on a book stall and I’m really looking forward to it. It’s been almost 3 years since I’ve taken part in anything like this, so let’s pray for good weather and even better footfall.

I’ve been busy preparing sample writing bags to give away, which includes free short story booklets, leaflets with details of the romance series I plan to release next year, a bookmark and business cards. I’m updating the table display which includes some new print outs that highlight the tropes and themes in my books.

I’ve got public liability insurance, so if this goes well I’d love to look at some other local events to trial out. I’ve also invested in a new gazebo which we’ve just set in up in the garden in the wind. That should be fun on the day. Let’s hope it doesn’t rain as one reviewer said the gazebo is as useful as tissue paper!

Below is the leaflet with news about the upcoming series set in a Cornish hotel in the fictional town of Lowenporth. I can’t wait to finally getting this series out into the world because it’s been living in my head since 2020.

If anyone is in Ashford, Middlesex, stop by and say hello. The fair is from 11am to 3pm.

I’ll get some photos on the day and post an update. Wish me luck!

Secrets of the Italian Guesthouse by Sue Moorcroft #romance #bookreview

Posted on August 26, 2026 by Suzanne Rogerson Author

This is a great start to a new trilogy, The Italian Legacy, by one of my favourite authors. Like her previous series, The Skye Sisters trilogy, this also follows the lives of three very different sisters, who don’t even know each other exist. Each book will follow a different sister’s viewpoint and I’m so glad we got to start with Jade in Italy. It’s a brilliant premise and the hotel is the perfect backdrop for their stories to unfold.

Jade is the sister with the most to lose, but everything to gain if she can accept her grandmother’s dying wish. I felt sorry for Jade who’d grown up at the hotel and loved running it, but was now expected to share it with sisters she doesn’t know.

The male lead Leo was swoonworthy and their past together made this the perfect second chance romance.

There are several story threads running through this book, each intriguing and had me hooked. Some will no doubt unravel as the series progresses. I loved the romance re-sparking between the couple and the three sisters have a great dynamic.

I can’t wait to read the next installment.

Thanks to Netgalley for my ARC copy, which I am very late posting.

Here’s the official blurb

Two sisters she’s never met
A first love who’s impossible to forget…

For Jade, life in Lake Como is la dolce vita. Until her beloved grandmother passes, leaving Jade not just the family’s bustling guesthouse to run, but two life-changing secrets to confront…

The pensione hasn’t just been left to Jade, it’s also been inherited by her sisters – who she had no idea existed. As Erin and Rosalie arrive in Italy, Jade is forced to face the heart-wrenching prospect of sharing her last remaining tie to the woman who raised her.

Jade is desperately trying to hold on to the past, but there’s one person she would prefer to leave firmly behind: her first love, Leo. He’s back in the city that is filled with the memories they once made together. But as Jade fights to take control of her future and her heart, why do all cobbled roads lead back to Leo?

Lose yourself in the first, utterly romantic novel in a brand-new trilogy, filled with new beginnings and second chances. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Milly Johnson.

The Little Greek Guesthouse by Lizzie Lee #romance #bookreview

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Suzanne Rogerson Author

I haven’t read any of Lizzie Lee’s books before so I was really pleased to win a paperback from the publisher in an Instagram competition. It arrived promptly and I couldn’t wait to read it. The cover is pretty and the blurb intriguing and I was hooked from the first few pages with the mess Nina’s life suddenly spirals into.

Nina’s a great lead and her relationship with her father Theo shines through. I also really love her friend, Heather, the schoolteacher who has a delightful way of avoiding swear words.

Kefalonia came alive and all the people in the little town were wonderful to spend time with.
I quickly became invested in the house renovation and wanted Nina’s dream to become a reality against all the odds thrown at her, including her dad’s stubbornness.
I loved the conservation aspect of this book and the geeky, turned hot enemy to lover dynamic with George. Vassilis, the builder, is another story!

Overall, it was a great read and I’m looking forward to discovering more of Lizzie Lee’s books.

Here’s the blurb

Sun, sea and second chances are on the cards this summer…

At thirty-three, Nina Pappas never imagined she would be back in her childhood bedroom, but having lost her job, her flat and her boyfriend (to her best friend, no less!) in one disastrous day, that’s exactly where she finds herself.

So when her dad, Theo, suggests she join him for the summer in Kefalonia, Nina is more than ready to trade heartbreak for healing – and the concrete jungle for the shimmering Ionian sea. A few sun-soaked weeks under the Greek sky, filled with balmy, thyme-scented evenings and lashings of sumptuous home-cooked food, might just be the reset she needs. And she might even enjoy renovating the house Theo’s inherited if it involves working with the irresistible and brooding local builder…

But island life isn’t all sea views, sunsets and souvlaki. As Nina finds herself clashing with the determined (yet undeniably handsome!) conservationist, hellbent on derailing Theo’s plans, she discovers that starting over is rarely straightforward – and that following your passion is one of the bravest things you can do. That, and recognising real love when it crosses your path…

Escape to Greece this summer in Lizzie Lee’s brand-new uplifting and feel-good read about taking a chance on life and love. Perfect for fans of Mandy Baggot, Sue Roberts and Jo Thomas.

Final thoughts – it’s well worth a read!

The Lost Sentinel wins 3rd in The BooksShelf competition July 2026!

Posted on August 4, 2026 by Suzanne Rogerson Author

I’m excited to share my fantastic news…

Being placed in this competition highlights the fact my book is still relevant and I hope about to find some new readers. Here is the review from The BooksShelf team.

“Suzanne Rogerson’s The Lost Sentinel is an ambitious epic fantasy set on the island of Kalaya, where magic is fading, fear is dividing its people, and the search for a new Sentinel could determine the island’s future.
We were particularly impressed by the novel’s nature-based magic system and its exploration of grief, sacrifice, prejudice and responsibility. Tei develops into a sympathetic and resilient protagonist, while the wider cast introduces political conflict, dangerous journeys and competing visions for Kalaya. The relationships between the characters give the story genuine emotional impact. The large cast and multiple parallel storylines require patience before their connections become clear. However, they also create an expansive world and establish several intriguing conflicts for the wider Silent Sea Chronicles.
Rich in adventure, loss and magical intrigue, The Lost Sentinel is a compelling beginning to an epic fantasy series and a deserving Third-Place Fiction Winner in the BooksShelf Writing Contest.
— The BooksShelf Editorial Team”

I love how the review picked up on the natural magic that is so integral to the world of Kalaya and it reminded me why I chose this type of magic system.

The natural world has always been important to me ever since childhood. I was a member of the World Wildlife Fund and collected anything to do with animals. I used to get monthly wildlife magazines and covered my bedroom walls with posters of animals (and the odd pop star!). I’d watch The Really Wild Show hosted by Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan every week and wanted to help animals everywhere. I even remember having a WWF sticker album when they were all the rage back in the 80’s. I also wanted to be a vet, but writing is much more my thing now. My love of nature still finds its way into my stories and that couldn’t be more evident than in this trilogy.

It’s surprising how childhood obsessions can shape future decisions and creations.

If you want to see more reviews or pick up the book for yourself, it’s available in ebook, paperback, audio and free to read on Kindle Unlimited (as is the rest of the series).

Amazon universal link

You can also go direct to my book page on Amazon to see my other books.

I’m so proud of Silent Sea Chronicles and I hope it continues to resonate with readers.

Until next time…