Help Launch The Epic of Marindel
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UPDATE: Thank you everyone who gave to this fundraiser! You have helped make a 2019 launch possible. Date TBD. As of now I am no longer accepting donations. Please hold on to your funds, and buy the book when it comes out!
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Friends and family,
I’m working to finalize and publish an epic fantasy novel called The Epic of Marindel: Chosen. It is the first of what will be a seven-part epic fantasy series. The purpose of The Epic of Marindel is to tell the story of Jesus and the pursuit of His Bride, the Church, using allegory, symbolism, and action-packed storytelling. You could call it a cross between The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings, packaged and ready for readers of the 21st century.
It is my hope that the words of the story will encourage readers in their faith and instill within them a sense of hope and purpose in this crazy hour of human history.

Writing is not a hobby for me, it is a vocation. An obligation, even. This story is something new, unique, and God-breathed. Not only does it need to get out of my hands and into the world as soon as possible, but it also needs to be excellent in every way. I refuse to settle for anything less than this story deserves.
With that being said, I’ve come to a point in the creative journey where I cannot afford the services Chosen requires. With my resources alone, it'll be far too long before I have the funding to get this book published. Yet, my heart burns with passion to release this project into the world sooner rather than later.
This is where community comes in.
Some of you reading this have been following my journey with this project. It’s been four and a half years in the making, and the finish line is just around the corner. This last leg of the race, challenging and rigorous, is one that I cannot make it through on my own.
Friends and family, will you please consider investing in The Epic of Marindel: Chosen with a donation of $25, $50, or even $100? Will you invest in an author who will stop at nothing to write stories that will bring people hope, courage, and purpose?

All funds acquired will be used for professional editing, logo design, cover art, typesetting, and marketing services for The Epic of Marindel: Chosen. Extra funds (if any) will be used for post-publishing marketing services. Funds will not be used for my personal needs.
Primary funding target: Professional Editing
On the fence? Check out the Book Blurb in the image below, followed by a few words from my awesome beta readers.

Beta Reviews:
“A story like this is so valuable, a wondrous fantastical journey, more than just an escape. This is a real, living story that brings to mind the greatest truths of the universe, the ways and truths of our God. A great many stories can make me feel, but few can stir up my soul.” –Jefferson Burke
“In a nutshell, I couldn’t put the book down. And I have a 10 month old who is teething. I have a crush on Connor, but don’t tell my husband. This story has characters that will climb into your heart and change your life, and when the series is over I will cry.” –Tiffany Vakilian
“What a ride. Chosen gets a fat whoppin’ 10/10, [and] I almost never give out 10s. Everything that happened had a purpose and felt whole and complete, right down to the minute details people normally skip over. I need the second book.” –Tyler Keys
“The first time I picked this book up I read it for five hours straight! Captivating isn’t a strong enough word to explain, it was more like a lucid dream where I got to walk side by side with the characters, getting to know each one of them… It’s like [wearing] virtual reality glasses, except it’s a book.” –Rhonda Johnson
Still reading? Here's a brief recap:


Please consider investing in this revolutionary story, which is poised to change lives and change nations for the glory of God!
Thank you for reading!
~~~~~
Friends and family,
I’m working to finalize and publish an epic fantasy novel called The Epic of Marindel: Chosen. It is the first of what will be a seven-part epic fantasy series. The purpose of The Epic of Marindel is to tell the story of Jesus and the pursuit of His Bride, the Church, using allegory, symbolism, and action-packed storytelling. You could call it a cross between The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings, packaged and ready for readers of the 21st century.
It is my hope that the words of the story will encourage readers in their faith and instill within them a sense of hope and purpose in this crazy hour of human history.
Writing is not a hobby for me, it is a vocation. An obligation, even. This story is something new, unique, and God-breathed. Not only does it need to get out of my hands and into the world as soon as possible, but it also needs to be excellent in every way. I refuse to settle for anything less than this story deserves.
With that being said, I’ve come to a point in the creative journey where I cannot afford the services Chosen requires. With my resources alone, it'll be far too long before I have the funding to get this book published. Yet, my heart burns with passion to release this project into the world sooner rather than later.
This is where community comes in.
Some of you reading this have been following my journey with this project. It’s been four and a half years in the making, and the finish line is just around the corner. This last leg of the race, challenging and rigorous, is one that I cannot make it through on my own.
Friends and family, will you please consider investing in The Epic of Marindel: Chosen with a donation of $25, $50, or even $100? Will you invest in an author who will stop at nothing to write stories that will bring people hope, courage, and purpose?
All funds acquired will be used for professional editing, logo design, cover art, typesetting, and marketing services for The Epic of Marindel: Chosen. Extra funds (if any) will be used for post-publishing marketing services. Funds will not be used for my personal needs.
Primary funding target: Professional Editing
On the fence? Check out the Book Blurb in the image below, followed by a few words from my awesome beta readers.
Beta Reviews:
“A story like this is so valuable, a wondrous fantastical journey, more than just an escape. This is a real, living story that brings to mind the greatest truths of the universe, the ways and truths of our God. A great many stories can make me feel, but few can stir up my soul.” –Jefferson Burke
“In a nutshell, I couldn’t put the book down. And I have a 10 month old who is teething. I have a crush on Connor, but don’t tell my husband. This story has characters that will climb into your heart and change your life, and when the series is over I will cry.” –Tiffany Vakilian
“What a ride. Chosen gets a fat whoppin’ 10/10, [and] I almost never give out 10s. Everything that happened had a purpose and felt whole and complete, right down to the minute details people normally skip over. I need the second book.” –Tyler Keys
“The first time I picked this book up I read it for five hours straight! Captivating isn’t a strong enough word to explain, it was more like a lucid dream where I got to walk side by side with the characters, getting to know each one of them… It’s like [wearing] virtual reality glasses, except it’s a book.” –Rhonda Johnson
Still reading? Here's a brief recap:
Please consider investing in this revolutionary story, which is poised to change lives and change nations for the glory of God!
Thank you for reading!
Organizer
Nathan Keys
Organizer
San Diego, CA