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Movie review:  The Desolation of Smaug...or is it Smarg, Smowg, Smorg or Smog LOL

12/31/2013

 
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It seriously reminds me of the time that I discovered that Yosemite Sam was pronounced 'Yo Sam et ee' and not 'Yo smite', like my brothers and I used to read in the comic strips.
Anyway, pronunciation discrepancies aside, we really enjoyed seeing the Hobbit part 2 and can't wait for the final installment.  Peter Jackson is a bit mean to leave us hanging, but it's not totally unexpected.
So what did I like?  Pretty much everything really.  My favourite part was the most true to the book: the barrel ride to escape the elven kingdom.  Of course having Legolas and Tauriel playing along in the skirmish was an added bonus.
Ah Tauriel, yes, she is vaguely referenced in J. R. R. Tolkien's works, but here she is quite an influential character, being the captain of the guard, a sharp-shooting archer, mean fighter and even has a little romance on the side.  Well, I guess they had to embellish a few things to turn a 300 page novel in 3 full-length movies.  For that matter, I don't recall Legolas in the Hobbit, but am not complaining.  The dwarf-detesting elven prince is always good value.  He was great in the barrel scene.
I must admit that I'm still trying to figure out the names of the 13 dwarves.  Thorin, Balin, Bifur, Bofor, Fili and Kili are OK, but the rest I must admit are a bit of a blur.
The only thing I found lacking was Gollum saying 'my precious.'  I'm such a fan of Andy Serkis' portrayal of Gollum and kinda missed him a little in this movie.  Bard was pretty good and the orcs added the right amount of tension.  King Thranduil was also quite good in his dismissiveness of the world going to Hades around him.  Gandalf and briefly, Radagast were good too.  I'd better not forget Bilbo and the dragon, 'cause that was the main point of it all, hey?
Smaug.  Yep, he's good in a big, baddass dragon, flame-throwing kinda way.   I love it when he is gold-coated.  Absolutely awesome!
All in all, it's a rollicking ride and I'd bet money that my 12 year old enjoyed it at least as much as I did.  Bring on part 3.

Violetta is one of my favourite characters.  Draw her in the fantasy art competition for a chance to win $150 and your picture on the book cover.

12/26/2013

 
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Vi is a wizard's apprentice from Nnanell and her incessant talking is driving the hunters crazy!  She carries a white wand and wears black robes without shoes.  Her black hair is fashioned in two scruffy buns and she has beautiful violet eyes.
We don't want to spoil the story for you, so get a copy of Hunters' Quest and read about her magical adventures.
There's just over a month left in the fantasy art competition, so now's the time to get started.
All the main characters are described here and you can read the books for more insights and to learn the characters' secrets.
  http://huntersofreloria.weebly.com/hunters-quest-characters.html


Awesome pic by Darkasteria

Merry Christmas all.  I got the Anne Stokes dragon calendar from my thoughtful hubby <3

12/24/2013

 
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This is one of my favourite Christmas presents ever!  I'm such a fan of Anne Stokes excellent paintings and can't wait to see a new dragon every month.
I hope all your Christmas wishes are coming true too.
Our little halflings are thrilled with their new tree house.
Cheers, Kasper :-)

Dragon's Revenge is coming along, over 35,000 words now, so at least halfway :-)

12/22/2013

 
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You wouldn't believe how many requests I'm getting for Dragon's Revenge.  The response has been great and I've been holed up in the dragon cave filling scroll after scroll with battles, lust and intrigue. 
Thanks to fans Wayne and Heav for your great suggestions regarding the traitor.  I'll certainly see if I have room for your ideas.
It'll take a fair while to write and edit, so don't expect to see it complete in ebook until around mid-year.
Yuletide greetings to all and shaggy troll hugs, cheers, Kasper.

Artwork: 'Asher' by John Sparks

Theatre review: The Phantom of the Opera by RMT

12/18/2013

 
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It may seem a trifle removed from my usual fantasy book reviews, but I just have to share with you the splendid production I saw today.
RMT is my local amateur theatre company who today put on another professional-standard performance.  I have been to almost all their shows before and are continually amazed by what a little company with big dreams can achieve.  Prior to this my favourite show of theirs was 'Singing in the Rain' with real rain on the stage, but I must say that this supersedes all their previous performances.
Dedicated director Madeline Johns always casts a wonderful group of talented singers, dancers and actors, who seem to improve year by year.  I had the pleasure today of watching the understudies in the main roles and may I say that it was a pleasure indeed. 
I have watched young Thomas Armstrong-Robley (the Phantom) grow since the age of 16 and at 19, I believe he is the youngest Phantom ever.  His vocals and acting were top-notch and reminded me of a young Anthony Warlow.  (Yes, I'm a long-time Phantom fan).  Tom brought all the mystery and passion required of the demanding role.
Nathan Kneen was wonderful as Raoul, his voice soars effortlessly.  I remember seeing him with the ten Tenors in the Pirates of Penzance back in 2002.  Samantha Paterson was delightful as the pitch-perfect ingenue, Christine, and Meg Kiddle did a fine and amusing job of Carlotta, the diva.
I sat in the second row and felt a part of the show - nearly roasted by pyrotechnics, able to see every facial expression and seduced by the alluring music of the marvelous orchestra.  Well done to all concerned.
The Phantom of the Opera will continue at the Redcliffe Cultural Centre until the 22nd of December.  Don't miss it!

Righto, I'd better get back to writing the final battle in Hunters' Quest.  Can't leave my heroes hanging for too long.  Cheers, Kasper.

2 offers for Kasper today, a guest post and an interview

12/16/2013

 
I've been connecting with other authors lately to find out more about publishing and marketing and promoting my baby, the Hunters of Reloria series.  I've had a few people interested in reviewing Elven Jewel, which would be great.
Today I had an offer of a guest post from author Gilda Evans.  I wrote a blog post about encouraging children in the arts, such as music, dance, acting, art and writing.  It is due to be posted in January.
Also today I was contacted by Amy Metz from A Blue Million Books who has offered to interview me for her blog.  That sounds like fun and I will get to it very soon.

I'm working on Dragon's Quest this week and fleshing out the bones of my much-anticipated conclusion to the trilogy.   Lots happening over here at the Hunters.  Happy days, from Kasper :-)

New competition entry: 'Bond faires' by Michaela, age 7

12/13/2013

 
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Aw, this drawing is just too cute!  Well done to young Michaela for her interpretation of Fendi-La and Randir-La, the 2 cute little fairies.  I particularly love the way she has dressed them in pink with butterfly hair ornaments.
Thank-you for entering and good luck in the art competition.
There are still about 6 weeks left, so everyone get out your art tools and have a go.  The first prize is $150 and your picture on the back cover of Hunters' Quest :-)

Another 5 star review for Hunters' Quest.  I'm so excited!

12/9/2013

 
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 " I was dying to get to book 2 and it didn't disappoint as so many series can. The action if anything was even more action packed. Such a great story I can't wait for the last book as I'm so in love with the characters I'm dying to know how it all ends. This author surprises me with unusual events and new ideas so I can't even guess how it will all end."
Review by: scott Patterson on Dec. 02, 2013
Posted on www.smashwords.com

Hunters' Quest 5 star review.  "Captivating...very touching and emotional"  

12/8/2013

 
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"After reading the first book of this series "Elvyn Jewel" I couldn't put it down and had to get the second.It is very captivating and will definitely drag you into the story. You will actually be there with the hunters and feel their joys and pains.

Hunters Quest continues with the action from the first book and you learn more about the characters. As they journey on their quest to save Reloria you will laugh with them and cry also. Very touching and emotional.

New characters enter the story to help the hunters on their quest.

As much as I like fantasy on movies I was not one to read fantasy books but this series of books really got me interested. To buy is a must but it pays to read Elvyn Jewel first if you have not already done so. From me a 10/10."

Posted on www.smashwords.com by Wayne Stirling.  December 2013.

New 5 star review of Elven Jewel on Amazon.con.  Yay!

12/6/2013

 
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"A lovely book with fresh new ideas in the fantasy range. Fabulous for the young to mid teenage reader but also an enticing escape for older readers. I thoroughly enjoyed the story line and look forward to reading the next few books by this brand new author." by Annagh

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    About Kasper

    Kasper Beaumont was born and raised in Australia and lives a quiet life with the family in a seaside town.  Kasper has combined a love of fantasy and a penchant for travel in the Hunters of Reloria series.

    Starting to write on the urging of friends and family, Kasper enjoys watching readers become immersed in the world of Reloria.

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