Echoes of the Otherworld
Book One of the Songs of the Crowmother
by Donald Quill
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Pub Date May 26 2025 | Archive Date Jul 18 2025
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Description
A prophecy older than time. A priestess bound by flame. A world on the edge of forgetting.
Ríona was chosen by the gods. Forged in flame. Raised to walk between the living and the dead.
Now the gods are fading. The world is unraveling. And something ancient has begun to stir in the hollow places between.
When Ríona, High Priestess of the Morrígan, is called to retrieve the Heartstone of Danu, she must journey beyond the veil of this world. Her path winds through lost rites, haunted lands, and ancestral truths etched into her own blood. But the deeper she walks into the Otherworld, the louder the silence becomes.
And the crow is calling.
A Tale of Myth, Memory, and Sacred Power
Set in a mythic reimagining of ancient Ireland, Echoes of the Otherworld is a story of divine legacy, spiritual reckoning, and the cost of remembrance. Guided by prophecy and song-magic, Ríona cannot walk the spiral path alone.
At her side are a blind poet, a silent warrior, and an ancestral spirit who remembers what the world wants to forget. Together, they must face the breaking of the old ways—and decide what must be carried forward.
Perfect for readers who love:
- Lyrical prose and immersive mythic worldbuilding
- Celtic deities, rituals, and ancient prophecy
- Themes of fate, memory, and sacred feminine power
- Series like The Mists of Avalon, Circe, or The Priory of the Orange Tree
The crow is calling. The flame is waiting. And the Otherworld remembers.
A Note From the Publisher
Cultural Authenticity: Extensively researched using primary sources on Iron Age Irish culture, pre-Christian cosmology, and oral tradition. Incorporates authentic Old Irish language elements and real historical sites like Brú na Bóinne (Newgrange).
Unique Elements: Features original songs/chants throughout, includes pronunciation guide and historical appendices, published under author's own imprint "Forgotten Rites Publishing" dedicated to culturally authentic mythic fiction.
Advance Praise
"I haven’t found a book that moves me as much as when I first read “Mists of Avalon”. I received my copy yesterday and I am already more than halfway through it. This book has a way of touching your very soul, stirring those long forgotten connection to the old Gods. "
"Echoes of the Otherworld is one of those rare books that lingers long after the final page. The writing is vivid and lyrical, steeped in ancient Irish mythology yet grounded in deep emotional truth. "
Marketing Plan
Target Audience:
- Readers of mythic fantasy (Neil Gaiman, Madeline Miller, Jennifer Saint)
- Celtic mythology enthusiasts
- Fans of strong female protagonists in fantasy
- Literary fantasy readers who appreciate lyrical prose
- Historical fantasy audiences interested in pre-Christian Ireland
Marketing Strategy:
- Leverage the authenticity angle - research-grounded Celtic mythology
- Target book bloggers and reviewers who focus on mythology retellings
- Reach out to Irish cultural and literary communities
- Promote through fantasy book clubs and Goodreads groups
- Utilize social media with atmospheric imagery and Celtic mythology content
- Seek reviews from Celtic studies scholars and mythology experts
- Target indie bookstores with Celtic/Irish sections
- Plan virtual events around Celtic festivals (Samhain, Brigid's Day)
Comparable Titles:
- "Circe" by Madeline Miller
- "The Mists of Avalon" by Marion Zimmer Bradley
- "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
- "The Bear and the Nightingale" by Katherine Arden
Available Editions
EDITION | Ebook |
ISBN | 9798998988110 |
PRICE | $2.99 (USD) |
PAGES | 247 |