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Illustrations by Jim Pitts.\u003cbr\u003eSome reviews of our first volume: \u003cp\u003eThis is an entertaining anthology of new sword and sorcery with a diverse range of unique tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA varied collection of stories. Not to be overlooked. Available in paperback and e-book from Amazon. And be sure to keep an eye out for Volume Two out next year with more art by Jim Pitts. Recommended \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is also a refreshing hint of the good old days in \u003ci\u003eSwords \u0026amp; Sorceries: Tales of Heroic Fantasy\u003c\/i\u003e spiced up with the approach of a new generation of fantasy writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat an enjoyable book. 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