Amaranthine Saga
Humanity is rocked by the Emergence of a people who call themselves the Amaranthine. They are our myths and legends come to life. Neither human nor animal, yet embracing qualities of both, the inhuman races inspire both awe and fear. This will be a 7-book series.
- Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox
- Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal
- Tamiko and the Two Janitors
- Mikoto and the Reaver Village
- Fumiko and the Finicky Nestmate, coming in 2021
Songs of the Amaranthine
Before the Emergence, the clans were nothing more than whispers and mysteries and legends and lore. But every so often—in out-of-the-way places or shockingly close to home—an unsuspecting person stumbled into a fateful encounter with someone who was decidedly other. An eclectic collection, spanning continents and centuries. Tales of adventure, discovery, friendship, rescue, belonging, and love.
- Marked by Stars
- Followed by Thunder
- Dragged through Hedgerows
- Governed by Whimsy
- Hemmed in Silver
Amaranthine Interludes
Serialized stories set after the Emergence. While not part of the main Saga storyline, these tales slip between and overlap familiar events, offering insights and adding embellishment, making connections and reminding readers that every person’s story has value. [Once complete, these stories will be published in both print and digital formats.]
- Lord Mettlebright’s Man (Amaranthine Interludes, #1)
Jacques Smythe brazens his way into Stately House and shows no sign of departing. Like it or not, Lord Mettlebright has himself a butler. An Amaranthine Saga Serial. [Humor, Drama, Family] ONGOING. Begins here. - Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons (Amaranthine Interludes, #2)
Loosely based on the old Amaranthine tale, “The Wolf and the Moon Maiden,” this serial will involve three sisters, twelve pledges, and the long-awaited stirring of a sleeping landmark. FORTHCOMING. I’ll begin posting chapters of this story to Patreon once I reach my community goal (400 patrons), making this my first ever subscription-based storyline (available to patrons, starting at $4/month). More about Patreon.
FAQ: Are your titles available as audio books?
Yes! The entire Amaranthine Saga (and the first four Songs of the Amaranthine) have been contracted by Tantor Audio/Recorded Books. You can find forthright’s titles on Audible (and all sorts of other places). Narrated by Travis Baldree.
FAQ: Will the Songs of the Amaranthine ever be available in print?
The Songs of the Amaranthine are short stories. At first, they will release digitally, but once I’ve collected four stories, I’ll gather them up and release them together in a print anthology. **As of May 2020, Governed by Whimsy: The Anthology is available. PRINT ONLY. Signed copies are in stock. Details here.
FAQ: Is there any particular order I should read the books in?
The books in the Amaranthine Saga build on each other. Read those in order. Each of the short stories in the Songs of the Amaranthine collection stand alone, but they offer insights and details that will expand your understanding and appreciation of the main series. So while they’re entirely optional, they’re also … encouraged. I suggest reading everything in publication order:
- Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox (Amaranthine Saga, #1)
- Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal (Amaranthine Saga, #2)
- Marked by Stars (Songs of the Amaranthine, #1)
- Followed by Thunder (Songs of the Amaranthine, #2)
- Tamiko and the Two Janitors (Amaranthine Saga, #3)
- Dragged through Hedgerows (Songs of the Amaranthine, #3)
- Lord Mettlebright’s Man (ongoing, posts here on the blog)
- Governed by Whimsy (Songs of the Amaranthine, #4)
- Mikoto and the Reaver Village (Amaranthine Saga, #4)
- Hemmed in Silver (Songs of the Amaranthine, #5)
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Tsumiko and her story is officially my favorite book. And any book lover knows how hard it is to choose just one. All the books of this series are beyond marvelous in the writing style, plot line and character development, but Tsumiko’s in particular really stood out. I like how you give the reader just enough context definitions to understand the story, without writing a dissertation on the customs, legalities and political drama of the world you’ve created. Eagerly awaiting the next installment!
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Thank you so much! ::glomp::
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I discovered you on hoopla. You write beautifully and the Amaranthine Saga has quickly become a favorite. I smile every time I listen.
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Any updates on when “Mikoto and the Reaver Village” will be released? Please? Pretty please with sugar and a cherry on top? 😉
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I randomly bought your first book on Amazon last year and have read it over and over. I am so excited to see where these stories go. Thank you for sharing them!
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I love them! There is so much sweetness, and so many interesting beings! I especially love the variety and scope of the cultures!
On a side note: is there any chance of getting some family trees? I’m starting to loose track of who the minor characters are, and how they are related….
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I have loved your series and pretty much all your stories except the dark haunted ones but I was disappointed on the last one were you you wove Bible quotes into your story. I am guessing you wanted to hint at a sense of sacredness but to take something that is sacred to millions of people and place it in a story like that is so very very disrespectful and indicates you place the Bible as no more than interesting fiction. If this is where you are headed for the future I will have to stop reading your books.
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Rather, as a Christian myself, I think you’re the one being rude. Forthy writes Christian fiction. You’re being narrow minded.
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Forthwright please feel free to delete this post I wrote. I wanted to share my thought with you not start a discussion. Sorry I used the wrong platform.
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dumbss
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I really enjoy this series and look forward to the new books! Thank you for your writing!!
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