P J Reed

Sword And Fire - The Mercian Chronicles'I was hooked from the very start This series is a must-read for fans of rich high fantasy adventure.' A ReaderThe war drums sounded through the foothills surrounding the mighty fortress.Their low ominous beat a warning of impending, inevitable doom. Death was coming, he could feel it. Meloc came to Welfasten to warn Feitar, the city chief of an evil presence growing in the darkness and the disappearances of the Mercian magikborne. However, he had not made it past the great city walls and had been thrown in prison accused of practising illegal magik. Feitar offers him two choices: either be sent to Eldingar Tower and undergo the unmynstering to remove his magik or find the Serpent's Breath, the lost galdor weapons of Mercia, the only weapons able to destroy the magically enhanced Dunmuir army. To the hunted warlock either choice could have deadly consequences. Which will he risk losing; his life or his magik?The Reviews 'A dark, gritty, atmospheric fantasy novel with a gripping plot and complex characters.' A R. 'From the moment I delved into the pages of this gripping tale, I was utterly captivated. The intricate world-building and vivid descriptions pulled me into a realm filled with dark magic, looming threats, and characters so complex they practically leap off the page. Meloc's journey, fraught with danger and impossible choices, kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end. A must-read for any fan of high fantasy adventure. Prepare to be spellbound.' AR. 'I'm partial to a good fantasy adventure. It needs to have great worldbuilding, fascinating characters and a good dose of magic. A quest is essential and bonus points will be awarded for some surprises.This story delivers on all of the above. Meloc is a slightly dubious warlock, in a land where magic occupies a somewhat ambiguous place. He wants to warn people of the impending doom provided by an invading army. Instead, he's imprisoned.Then he's given a choice. His adventures are just beginning. What follows is an epic quest, as he seeks the magic weapons of old to save his lands, not to mention his life. There is just about non-stop action, with a cast of creatures that all leap from the pages as they seek to thwart him and his allies. The land of Mercia comes alive under Reed's pen, every dark and brooding part of it is vividly described, while the action scenes are frantic and visceral. Bring on the next instalment.' RD

'This is a very good book about the pandemic. Everything written is so true and it's kinda sad. COVID did take away our lives as we saw it. Everyone knows that hi and adapt o things pretty easy. We had to change our lives because of this stupid virus that came from an animal. As I said hi and are adaptable. Every haiku and poems on this book are so true. It's a good book and I liked it.' CP.Pandemica collection of vibrant, emotive poems written to chronicle and celebrate the lives of ordinary people living through the Covid-19 pandemic. Often it is the little things that see people through such times which are then forgotten.It is a memory of the nationwide Thursday night clap for the NHS on your doorstep and of children at home, their schools closed indefinitely, painting rainbows.Their parents taping them to front windows to bring a message of hope and thanks to the key workers who continued to work throughout the pandemic. Pandemica records the triumphs and ebullience of the human spirit in times of adversity.'Pandemica is a beautifully crafted poem of the covid that visited the world in the year 2020. This is a good book to read and it left a good memory. I love the haiku style and other types of poems in the book. This is the second time reading a book by this author. Recommended ' SAmore poetry by P.J. ReedThe Haiku Seasons CollectionHaiku YellowHaiku SummerHaiku GoldHaiku IceThe Simply Senryu SeriesA Cup of HaikuPandemica

Haiku Nation. Haiku World.Haiku Nation is a breathtaking collection of stunning images and observations of the beautiful Devon countryside and beyond as the seasons change, all captured and written in haiku and senryu verse by the contemporary English poet P.J. Reed. the august sorrowscrumbling cream rose petals fallstolen by the breezedragonfly flutterswings of finest cobweb silkseen we walk awayI am lonelinessthe kind moon watches and sendsme a shadow friend'The Haiku style of poetry within this volume is truly mesmerising. I opened the first page not knowing what to expect and my experience of reading this collection can only be described as bringing an alien in from the cold. The collection has personally inspired me to explore this sub genre of poetry, ' DR.'The poems of Haiku Nation offer an intoxicating insight into the ethereal world of haiku...Highly recommended for haiku poetry lovers and for readers in general. A very enjoyable and warm book. Even the dark pieces of work trigger strong emotions. A follow-up volume would be most welcome. Spread the word, P.J. Reed is the haiku poet to read. A contemporary of Vanessa Daou, ' Nick Armbrister.

Within the pages of P.J. Reed's gorgeous collection, Haiku Summer, you will find a magical selection of haiku which will transport you to the halcyon days of summer in the northern hemisphere.Summer is a happy season of warmth and friendship. It is the smell of BBQs - of sausages sizzling and smoke wafting across the streets. It is the sound of parties, glasses chinking, and people laughing. It is water fights in the garden and slowly deflating blow-up pools, gradually filling with grass and leaves. In Haiku Summer, P.J. Reed has captured the very essence of summer.This beautiful book of poetry will give you a happy memory of summer for every day of your life.The Haiku Seasons Collection-Haiku YellowHaiku SummerHaiku GoldHaiku Ice

'For lovers of springtime...'Within the pages of P.J. Reed's gorgeous collection, Haiku Yellow, you will find haiku that will transport you to the unspoilt Devon countryside in Spring. This collection bursts with excitement and drama, as the yellow of the springtime flowers breaks through the bleakness of winter. It is the season of hope and rebirth, which has been eloquently captured in a series of outstanding word pictures, thoughts, and emotions written in the timeless elegance of haiku poetry.This soul-enhancing book will keep you company for every day of Spring.Haiku Yellow is the first book in the Haiku Seasons collection.

Winter is a season of frozen beauty and the slowing of time, as a white breath falls against the browning leaves and winter tightens her grip over the sleeping landscape. It is a time of solitude and reflection as people and animals shelter from the cold as a frozen quietness settles on the countryside. This enchanting collection will keep you company for every day of winter. A note from the author - 'I read my poetry at many events and one of the major pieces of feedback I have received was that people were fascinated to hear the story behind the haiku. Therefore, scattered throughout this collection are my reminiscences of how some of the following haiku were written. Above all, Haiku Ice is a memory of my Devonian winters. Pictures of winters recorded as haiku for everyone to experience and enjoy, ' P.J. Reed.