babylon
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Atmosphere Press Author Interview
This is an author interview I did with Atmosphere Press. I was one of the winners in a competition on Instagram for the most interesting writers and novels. Each winner got an interview to help them promote their story and their work. Who/what made you want to write? Was there a particular person, or particular…
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Captivating Novel Introductions: Writing the Perfect Opening Line!
“Unlock the secrets to crafting the perfect opening line for your novel with our guide. Learn from timeless examples in literature and discover how to captivate readers from the very first sentence. Dive into the art of intrigue, atmosphere, and emotion to create an opening that leaves a lasting impression. Your journey to writing a…
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ManyBooks Author of the Day 29/11/2023!
Daniel Pugsley – Exciting Historical Adventure Set in Babylon | ManyBooks Posted on 29th of November, 2023 by Naomi Bolton Daniel is a history nerd with a passion for all things historical fiction. As an English and ESOL teacher, he spent a decade living in Italy, Japan, Poland and the UAE. He is now back in…
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Alittum
Born: Eshnunna, 1774 BCE Position: Priestess of Ishtar Family: Niece of Muna, High Priestess of Ishtar Young life As an only child, Alittum was devoted to her parents. She grew up in a relatively poor part of Eshnunna, near the river, though her family were never close to starvation. This was largely due to aunt…
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Authentic weapons in fiction
Bani’s Sword It was very difficult to research the exact type of weapons and armour used in the Old Babylonian period. The weapons wielded by Bani and his Red Swords in Son of Babylon are a blend of two iconic weapons. These are the Egyptian Khopesh, and the Mesopotamian Sickle Sword. Bani’s blade Lion’s Roar…
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Reviews for Son of Babylon
Amazon / Goodreads / NetGalley Reviews An absolute gem of a historical adventure! From the very first page, I was hooked… The reader can almost hear the clash of swords and feel the tension of the character’s struggles… I can’t wait to find out what happens next… A great historical read on a piece of…