Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Year End Report on my Writing and Art

 


SUMMARY

During 2025, I published an illustrated fantasy duology, the fourth book in the Oakenwald Chronicles, and a short science fiction romance story. Also, I ran two successful Kickstarter campaigns to make special illustrated print books.

In personal news, 2025 was a momentous year for me because my husband and I decided to relocate to the UK. We now live in a 200-year-old house near my brother and his family in the Bristol area.

 

NEW BOOKS

A. In February, I published a short science fiction romance story, Stranded on Illumina.

An unexpected betrayal. An intriguing stranger. One unforgettable evening. 


Jacie Lane longed for a dream vacation with her boyfriend on the exotic planet of Illumina. But when she arrives at the resort, he skips their date, leaving her stranded with nowhere to stay. Alone on an unfamiliar world, she is rescued by an intriguing stranger, Tiger Granoth. Soon she discovers he is not just a kind and fascinating person, but also highly respected by humans and aliens. What began as a chance encounter soon becomes an enjoyable evening. Could Jacie’s heartbreak on Illumina lead to a brighter future?

You can find the book at https://www.auroraspringer.org/p/stranded-on-illumina.html

 

B. In April, I published the fourth book in the Oakenwald Chronicles, Primrose Pringle and the Warrior Elf


Book 4: Primrose Pringle and the Warrior Elf

A cynical mercenary. An elf warrior with a secret. A bond tested in a savage battle.

The brutal invaders’ march toward the Northlands sends battle-hardened mercenary, Prim the Grim, riding to defend the border. On her journey, she intervenes to warn two travelers of a goblin ambush and meets Thorn, an elven warrior. His combat skills, calm authority and sharp wit spark an attraction she had sworn to avoid. She is unaware he is Swordmaster Thorson Brightblade, the legendary hero she has long admired.

Drawn together by their shared mission to repel the invaders, their perilous trek through the mountains ignites a bond between Prim and Thorn. But dangers multiply when they join the allied armies at the border. Treachery stirs within their own ranks and dragons darken the skies. As the enemy army advances, Prim must choose between her love for Thorn and her duty to a commander she no longer trusts. Will their love be a beacon of hope or a casualty of war?

You can find the book at https://www.auroraspringer.org/p/primrose-pringle-and-warrior-elf.html

 

C. At the end of 2025, I published the illustrated duology, Beyond Oakenwald. This duology comprises books 3 & 4 in the Oakenwald Chronicles. 


Book 3: Princess Shuka and the Pirate King.

An elf princess in exile. A pirate with a promise. A war that will unite or destroy them.

Princess Shuka, a proud and pampered elf, is stranded in the treacherous Marshes of Mu after a dragon attacks. She is rescued by the jaunty pirate, Captain Rolf Fox.

Rolf vows to restore Shuka to her father, but the challenges escalate when he learns Shuka’s father has already left her for dead. An enemy fleet threatens the Marshlands, and Rolf must organize the defense. With war on the horizon, he is torn between his duty to his people and his promise to Shuka. 

Shuka must swallow her pride and join forces with the pirate and the barbaric Marshmen to defeat the enemy invaders. Will they triumph over a relentless enemy or be torn apart?

 

Book 4: Primrose Pringle and the Warrior Elf.

A cynical mercenary. An elf warrior with a secret. A bond tested in a savage battle.

The brutal invaders’ march toward the Northlands sends battle-hardened mercenary, Prim the Grim, riding to defend the border. On her journey, she intervenes to warn two travelers of a goblin ambush and meets Thorn, an elven warrior. His combat skills, calm authority and sharp wit spark an attraction she had sworn to avoid. She is unaware he is Swordmaster Thorson Brightblade, the legendary hero she has long admired.

Drawn together by their shared mission to repel the invaders, their perilous trek through the mountains ignites a bond between Prim and Thorn. But dangers multiply when they join the allied armies at the border. Treachery stirs within their own ranks and dragons darken the skies. As the enemy army advances, Prim must choose between her love for Thorn and her duty to a commander she no longer trusts. Will their love be a beacon of hope or a casualty of war?

 

You can find the ebook at https://www.auroraspringer.org/p/beyond-oakenwald.html

 

 

KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGNS

First Campaign: In the Spring, I launched a campaign for Beyond Oakenwald, an illustrated duology of Books 3 & 4 in my epic fantasy romance series, Oakenwald Chronicles. You can check out the campaign at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/auroraspringer/beyond-oakenwald-epic-fantasy-exclusive-hardback

 The ebook is now available at my WebStore and at standard retailers.

 

Second Campaign: In the Summer, I ran a campaign for a gorgeous illustrated edition of the Cosmic Trilogy. The special edition combines books 4-6 in the series, the Grand Masters’ Galaxy. It has a new cover, custom chapter headers, illustrations, and bonus content including the prequel and images of the twelve Grand Masters. The hardcover has gold foiled text, endpapers, colored edges, and a ribbon bookmark.

You can check my campaign at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/auroraspringer/cosmic-trilogy-deluxe-foiled-hardback-with-sprayed-edges

 

 

What are my plans for next year?


NEXT BOOK(S)

I’m writing the fifth book in my epic fantasy series, the Oakenwald Chronicles, a new sci-fi story set in the far future of the Taxyon Space universe, and a couple of short stories.

 

UPCOMING KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN

Fanciful Flights: An Anthology of Fantasy and Sci-Fi Stories

You can find more details and sign up at  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/auroraspringer/fanciful-flights-a-deluxe-anthology-of-short-stories

 

DIGITAL ART

You can find Aurora’s Whimsical Art at her Fine Art Store: https://www.playfulgallery.com/digital-art

Top-quality prints with or without frames, and selected merchandise.

 

Find Aurora’s Fantastic Creations at her RedBubble shop:

https://www.redbubble.com/people/auroraspringer/shop

You can choose art prints with or without frames, and a wide variety of merchandise with original art, including clothing, stickers, pillows and blankets.

 

 

PRINT

All my books are available in paperback. Check individual titles on my Catalogue.

 

AUDIO

Most of my stories are available as Audiobooks on Amazon Audible and GooglePlay.

(See my Catalogue)

 

Direct Bookstore.

My books are available at a discount in my virtual store (https://payhip.com/AuroraSpringerNovels).

 

I invite you to join me on Facebook,  YouTube, or Instagram 

 

 

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