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Joel Oslund writes imaginative fantasy — from middle-grade to epic quests — reimagining old folklore and building new worlds with their own rules and magic. Pull up a chair.
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The Legends of Kezzog Book 1: Smiting the Orc King
Follow the adventures of the famous, vainglorious dwarf known as Kezzog "The Great," as he partners with friends and allies to accomplish all sorts of heroic and factually improbable quests. Book 1 in the series, "Smiting the Orc King," follows Kezzog and his friend, Merric, as they befriend a clan of kobolds and work together to slay a vile orc king.
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Author, musician, and former Dungeon Master writing imaginative fantasy from Payson, Arizona.
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