Reader Reviews

“I couldn't put this book down. The imagery in this story is amazing and left out no detail…I was on the edge of my seat the whole time and can't wait for book 2!”

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“This book is awesome! Can’t wait for the rest of the series! Fast-paced, full of adventure and great characters!”

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“The balance between action, tension and romance will appeal to just about every reader…I highly recommend giving this book a try!”

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Bookshelf

Amped Up Cover
The Amped Trilogy - Book 1

Amped Up

Determined teenager Jonny Leferd warps to an alternate realm, where he must fight to acquire special powers called amps from a deadly mountain, so he can become a conjurer and save his brother.

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Book 2 Coming Soon
The Amped Trilogy - Book 2

Amped Up: Revelations

The thrilling second installment in the Amped Trilogy - coming in June 2025!

Coming Soon
Book 3 Coming Soon
The Amped Trilogy - Book 3

Amped Up 3

The epic conclusion in the Amped Trilogy - coming in the second half of 2025!

In Progress
Spirit Knights Coming Soon
Spirit Knights - Book 1

Spirit Knights

A new adventure begins - more details coming soon.

In Progress

Book Progress

100%

Amped Up

Launched

83%

Amped: Book 2

Beta Readers

80%

Amped: Book 3

Second Draft

40%

Spirit Knights

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3/27/2025

The Genesis of Amped Up

I’m often asked what concept spurred me to write Amped Up. This is its origin story.

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3/13/2025

Writing isn't rocket science

Writing isn’t rocket science. It’s a construction project built one word at a time.