Chandra Clarke

Award-winning entrepreneur. Author. Professional Optimist.

If Chandra Clarke happens to be as nuts as the characters in her book…

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Pundragon launches today, and the early reviewers have been very kind. Mike Reeves-McMillan, writing on Goodreads, says:

“The other thing about a comedy for me is that, in order to work, it needs (like Dorothy’s companions) a brain and a heart and a bit of courage. This book has all three.”

Rachel G., a NetGalley reviewer, wrote: “This is a thoroughly enjoyable romp through a strange world with a bizarre but very likeable cast of characters. Some of the puns are eye-wateringly terrible, but they are supposed to be and that is all part of their charm. I’d recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy novels with a comic twist.”

One of my favourite review lines from Marvin on Goodreads was this: “If Chandra Clarke happens to be as nuts as the characters in her book, one might start feeling sorry for the people surrounding her …” My family has no comment at this time.

Marvin also says: “Let’s imagine that Terry Pratchett, Douglas Adams and the Monty Python guys would have met in a pub, and after a considerable amount of beers, decided to write a modern version of ‘Alice in Wonderland’. The result could have been ‘Pundragon’.” I can’t think of better authorial company to be keeping, as they’re all influences.

Pundragon is available in both ebook and paperback format on all Amazon sites. If you’re in need of a good laugh, this might be the book for you.

Coming Soon: Pundragon!

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This sweet doggo was so excited to bring you the cover, she only charged me one biscuit. I gave her an ear scritch as a tip.

 

I’m thrilled to announce the upcoming release of my next book, Pundragon. Here’s the blurb:

Ian McDonald is trying very hard not to think about how the world might be going to hell in a handbag. After all, what’s he going to be able to do about it? He’s just this guy, stuck in a small town, pinned there by a load of student debt and a stalled writing career. Oh, and a wicked case of writer’s block.

Or at least he was, until a dragon showed up in his bedroom. At midnight. Quoting Freud and muttering about the space-time continuum.

So of course, Ian must Make a Choice and decide whether he wants to follow the dragon back into the Connectome and find his muse again, or stay in a house that surely wants to kill him, one repair bill at a time.

Follow Ian on a rollicking adventure, where he finds out that he can make a difference. And that some things are worth fighting for.

Even if all you have is a can opener.

Chock full of puns, terrible jokes, and nerdy references, I hope you have as much fun reading it as I did in writing it.

It’s going to be released in August, but you can preorder the ebook version anytime here: Amazon Link

I Have Something Up My Sleeve

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And no, it’s not the dryer sheet.

Earlier this year, I announced that I had two novels coming out. The first one, Echoes of Another, was published in April to rave reviews. (You can read the first chapter for free here.) Today, I’m teasing the cover for my upcoming humourous fantasy novel:

If you’re a fan of puns, adventure, a bit of social commentary… well, if you’re a fan of this blog, you’ll love this book. Stay tuned for the full reveal!

 

Echoes Launches Today

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So, my novel launches today, and I have to say I’m thrilled to have this officially “out there,” even if “out there” looks kinda scary right now. Indeed, I’m happy to be able to provide a distraction in these strange times. You can read a free chapter of this book on this page.

The preorders exceeded my expectations and the early reviews are gratifying:

“A highly immersive and imaginative cyberpunk tale.” — Kirkus Reviews

“…an engrossing blend of thriller and hard sci-fi that will delight readers looking for crossovers that pepper social issues and developments into the story line.” — D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review

“I found the author’s vision for the world of tomorrow to be one of my favorite things about Echoes of Another. My other favorite thing about this book is that it’s just a really good story told in a way that felt fresh and even cutting edge. ”
– Scott Cahan, Readers’ Favorite, 5/5 Stars

“I would highly recommend this book for someone who likes science fiction settings without the heaviness of hard core science fiction. This is a character driven vehicle in a science fiction setting. It doesn’t get bogged down in the science. It tells the story of people.”
– Mimi L., NetGalley Reviewer 5/5 Stars

“Very enjoyable science fiction. I appreciated the author’s use of description and suspense. A recommended title!”
– Dr J R, NetGalley Reviewer, 5/5 Stars

I’ve also had early readers tell me that even though they didn’t think they were into science fiction that much, they enjoyed this one anyway. Kirkus calling it ‘cyberpunk’ aside, it’s a near future tale, so not that far removed from what you see around you today. And, for those of you looking for an uplifting distraction right now (and who isn’t?!) as we either isolate or provide essential services, it depicts a hopeful, positive future.

It’s available as an ebook and a paperback, and the Audible/Amazon audiobook will be out soon. Some links:

Amazon: https://amzn.to/2RhNGwx

Chapters: https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/echoes-of-another-a-novel/9780973039580-item.html

Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/books/echoes-of-another-a-novel-of-the-near-future/9780973039580

Indiebound: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780973039580

I look forward to hearing what you think!