Category Archives: Writing

3 Poems I’d Like to Share

Posted on September 12, 2020 by jordan

The first poem I’d like to share is in honor of the 9/11/2001 victims and their loved ones. It is a nonet poem: 9 lines with first line having 9 syllables, then 8 syllables, on down to 1 syllable. Remembering Nineteen … Continue reading →

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The Keepers of Alba Published on September 1, 2020

Posted on September 2, 2020 by jordan

Dragons Flame Dragons! Devan Fraser, the only rider with the magical ability of hearing and bespeaking all dragons, is unwillingly thrust into the middle of a deadly conflict, decades in the making. Separated from her beloved, Christian Riley, she finds … Continue reading →

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Devan Fraser is Interviewed

Posted on August 4, 2020 by jordan

Last week, a writer friend of mine, George Cramer, interviewed one of my protagonists, Devan Fraser, for his blog/website. Devan had a wonderful time answering questions. Check out the interview at https://gdcramer.com/2020/07/31/guest-post-jordan-bernal-writer-of-adventurous-fantasy/  There’s even a sneak peek at my newest … Continue reading →

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Indie Author Day 2018

Posted on October 18, 2018 by jordan

On Saturday, October 13, 2018, independent authors everywhere celebrated. That’s right, there’s a day set aside to celebrate indie authors. This year, I spent a few hours with one of the most celebrated indie authors, Andy Weir (author of The … Continue reading →

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Author Showcase at Dublin, CA Library

Posted on June 13, 2018 by jordan

 On Saturday, June 9, 2018, the Dublin Library (that’s Dublin, California) hosted a local author showcase for fifteen authors. Tri-Valley Writers co-sponsored the event where authors displayed their books, talked to the public, and sold books. There was a wide … Continue reading →

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Reluctant Paladin is Published

Posted on October 4, 2017 by jordan

Reluctant Paladin Published on October 3, 2017 All Niall wants is to stay out of trouble at his new school, but Thorin, the school bully, has other ideas. Niall’s grandfather recruits him to help care for Grayson, a tortured dragonet. Niall … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek of Reluctant Paladin Cover

Posted on September 17, 2017 by jordan

Here is a sneak peek of the front cover of my middle-grade spinoff novel, Reluctant Paladin. I am in the final round of proofreading, then plan to publish by October 1.

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Reluctant Paladin is nearing publication

Posted on August 23, 2017 by jordan

One final pass of editing on my middle-grade novel, Reluctant Paladin while awaiting cover art. This novel is a spin-off from my first fantasy novel, The Keepers of Éire. Reluctant Paladin is a coming of age story that blends modern-day … Continue reading →

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Beltaine 2017

Posted on May 1, 2017 by jordan

The Celtic Festival of Beltaine which marks the beginning of summer in the ancient Celtic calendar is a Cross Quarter Day, half way between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice. While the Beltaine Festival is now associated with May … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day Special

Posted on March 14, 2017 by jordan

Want to celebrate “being Irish”, even if you’re only Irish for one day? Would you like to get a taste of Éire, but can’t afford the travel expenses? My debut fantasy novels, The Keepers of Éire  and The Keepers of Éire-YA … Continue reading →

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