The second book in the Tale of Tales fantasy series is available now! In paperback and eBook. Signed copies only here at NikolaStefan.com/Shop. ➡ Book Three is coming on October 3rd. Pre-order the entire series or buy the first books now, or start your journey with a valuable sample, novella-size gift (30% content) from here. Description Tale of Tales is a high/epic fantasy saga based on the motifs of ancient myths, legends, and forgotten fairytales. Off… Read More
Bits and pieces
“A Strange Bunch” has arrived
The first book in the Tale of Tales series is available now in paperback and eBook. Signed copies only here at NikolaStefan.com/Shop. ➡ Book Two is coming in June and Book Three in October. Pre-order the entire series or buy the first book now, or start your journey with a valuable novella-size gift (30% content) from here. Description Tale of Tales is a high/epic fantasy saga based on the motifs of ancient myths, legends, and forgotten… Read More
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Start reading today to set forth on an amazing adventure through dark forest with unsung heroes who may light your way! All books in 2023: the first and the second are available NOW, while the third is 50% off for pre-orders until October 3rd. Each eBook preorder include pre-release (site exclusive week-ahead)! Reward yourself with a full treat or try a novella-size bite (30% content) at: NikolaStefan.com/info. Or read on… ⬇ Tale of Tales: A… Read More
Introducing: Night Mode and Patreon Content
We are happy to introduce two new features to the site: night mode and Patreon integration. Both are available immediately at the links below. Night mode is another step towards a perfect reading experience on this website. If you read at night or in low-light, or have visual impairment, migranes, or simply enjoy a dark user interface, this is probably the thing you want to turn on with the button in the lower right corner…. Read More
Read MoreEpisode 24: The Snake King
The Snake King Before the others noticed her disappearance, Senka was already far away. When the sudden, supernatural light had emanated from Mara’s staff, penetrating even the darkness of her unseeing eyes and causing her to blink in reaction, she had simultaneously heard that strange lisping voice, as if it were whispering directly into her ear, urging her up: “Now… essscape… now… essscape…” And Senka immediately followed the voice’s urging without a… Read More
Episode 23: Eyes in the Dark
Eyes in the Dark Marena, seemingly dismissed by the men from the onset, had been holding back beside the tree together with Senka as the battle ensued and intensified. Now though, determining that the moment had arrived for her to act, she stepped forward, leaving a safer place under the sheltering boughs, and raised her strange staff high into the air. Chanting out a series of cryptic verses of her own, not… Read More
Episode 22: Chanting into the Night
Chanting into the Night The conversation which had started in whispers was slowly but surely turning into a loud argument, with the men of Morlak now almost chanting rather than talking. “Remember, Vuk, who you are, we beg of you!” “I do not know, men, what you are talking about…” “Remember, Vuk! If you are the one, you must remember!” “What?! I do not understand you!” “Remember, lame wolf, your true self!… Read More
Episode 21: Weapons of War
Weapons of War The burly warrior grunted his serious dissatisfaction over the weapons they had at their disposal: Vuk had absolutely nothing – the villagers who had wanted to take off his hand had never given him back his knife; Vukan also had nothing, while Brado had a small knife about his belt, more suitable for cutting forest plants than heads; Miloš had only his hunting knife and his hefty shepherd’s crook;… Read More
Soon on Kickstarter!
It is decided – we are coming to Kickstarter in an effort to release the audiobook and deluxe hardcover editions of the THREE BOOKS, along with planned e-book and paperback editions! Get ready: NikolaStefan.com/Kickstarter (Subscribe to get notified first and secure yourself exclusive early benefits. Or buy direct now.) UPDATE: The Kickstarter pre-launch page is live! (Let Kickstarter notify you on launch.)
Episode 20: A Nightmare on the Move
A Nightmare on the Move Before midnight, they were awoken by Vuk. By the moon’s position, it was clear that the dead of night was not far off. First Miloš, then Senka, then Brado and Vukan were shaken from their sleep. When Vuk got to Marena, he hesitated a moment, but then she awoke just as he leaned over her. In moments, all of them were already up on their feet, except… Read More