New Short Fiction: “A Classic Beginner’s Mistake” by Philip Brewer
We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of “A Classic Beginner’s Mistake” by Philip Brewer.
Water Dragon Publishing Welcomes Author Kevin Beckett
We are excited to announce that we have signed an agreement with author Kevin Beckett to publish his story, “The Inn of the Seven Stars”, as part of our Dragon Gems short fiction program. Kevin Beckett lives in a Canadian city that is on some nights colder than the planet Mars. At various points in life, he has been a radio show host, a nightclub DJ, and a music promoter, and he now runs social media & promotion for New Edge Sword & Sorcery Magazine. His previous works include “AKA The Sinner: Games of Dying Men” and “High Road to...
Dragon Gems (Summer 2023) Submissions Report
We share the statistics from our recent submissions period for the upcoming Dragon Gems (Summer 2023) anthology.
New Short Fiction: “Choose Your Truth” by Jo Miles
We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of “Choose Your Truth” by Jo Miles.
New Audio Edition: “Way Crosser” by Mia Ram
We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of the audio edition of "Way Crosser", written by Mia Ram and read by Jenn Broda. After being thrown off-course by a savage storm, a crew of sailors find themselves enthralled by the mystery of a supernatural island and its graveyard of ships. The audio edition of "Way Crosser" is available now from Audible, Amazon, and Apple Books.
New Short Fiction: “The True Son” by Vanessa MacLaren-Wray
We are excited to announce the publication of "The True Son" by Vanessa MacLaren-Wray. As foster-son to the king, Corren’s technically a candidate for the kingship, a position filled only at the discretion of the matriarchs of Jeska. He doesn’t want the job — Corren’s goal in life is to be the best guardsman ever, become a senior commander, and serve at the word of his foster-brother Tymon. Unfortunately, there’s one more candidate: the king’s true-son, Yutek-en, who’s determined to claim the post. Yutek-en craves control. He relishes hurting people, and loves nothing more than being hated. No matter what,...
Call for Submissions: Dragon Gems Anthology (Summer 2023)
This Call for Submissions is for our Dragon Gems Summer 2023 anthology.
New Short Fiction: “The End of His Rope” by Steven D. Brewer
We are excited to announce the immediate availability of "The End of His Rope", the fifth story in the "Revin's Heart" series, by Steven D. Brewer. Revin and the pirate crew travel to the heart of the kingdom to carry a dire warning about the dangers posed by the device that could end air travel forever. Trailing the storm, Revin and the pirate crew collect crucial data about the damage caused by a device that could end air travel forever. As they depart, they encounter a downed airship and rescue the crew. But just who are these marooned airmen and...
New Short Fiction: “Business Cards” by Laureen Hudson
We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of "Business Cards" by Laureen Hudson. This story encompasses five jobs, four managers, and a shocking number of actual occurrences and people. And if you recognize yourself here, well … I'm sorry about what happened next, but I was on assignment … Available now in trade paperback and digital editions from most online booksellers, "Business Cards" is the newest release in our Dragon Gems short fiction collection.
Water Dragon Publishing Welcomes Author Philip Brewer
We are excited to announce that we have signed an agreement with author Philip Brewer to publish his story, “A Classic Beginner's Mistake”, as part of our Dragon Gems short fiction program. Philip’s stories often involve genetic engineering and money — perhaps not surprising, as everyone else in his family is some sort of naturalist and he has a degree in economics. His work has appeared in Asimov’s Science Fiction, Futurismic, Redstone Science Fiction, and Lady Churchill’s Rosebud Wristlet. Philip’s story, “A Classic Beginner's Mistake”, is currently scheduled for publication in early 2023. We welcome Philip to our Water Dragon...