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E. C. Taylor

@etay1010

Author. Engineer. One with the Woods. Speak with the Dead - Available now! A funny, dark, epic fantasy about grief, trust, and heroism. http://bio.site/ectaylor/

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Don't forget, I'll be at Page 18 Bookstore in Oxford, MI THIS WEEKEND! Come listen to a short reading and chat books with me. I'll have signed copies of Speak with the Dead available and some merch.

See you there!

#indieauthor

10.03.2026 15:24 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

What a cool idea!

09.03.2026 15:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Let me introduce you to Captain Heiser from Speak with the Dead. πŸ‘‡οΈ

Character art by @cosmikla on Instagram.

#fantasy #fantasybookseries #characterart #indieauthor #booksbooksbooks

09.03.2026 15:24 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Speak with the Dead is an epic fantasy about grief, trust, and heroism.

Anna Hale is pushed into a military conspiracy, and her team's failure would mean the start of the next great war. Can she overcome her failings, or will they lead to her end?

ec-taylor.com/books

#fantasybookseries #fantasy

07.03.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I am getting ready to go to the @faeballevents Myths and Legends Fae Ball in Kansas City in May, so I put together some looks inspired by dresses I can't afford and Morterra, the god of death from my epic fantasy Speak with the Dead. Which look is your favorite? What direction should I go in?

06.03.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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If I were a D&D character, I'd be...

Which one are you? Are you something else entirely?

#spn #DCcomics #tombraider #dragonage #dungeonsanddragons

05.03.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Valentine's day is over, but you can feel romantic all year long. Grab a phone case that reminds you of your favorite book or a blanket to keep you cozy while you read your next one at my shop!

ec-taylor.com/shop

03.03.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
cover deep dive, a sparkling image of the cover of Speak with the Dead by E. C. Taylor

cover deep dive, a sparkling image of the cover of Speak with the Dead by E. C. Taylor

There's a new blog post up on my site! I dive deep into the creation of Speak with the Dead's beautiful cover- how I figured out what I was looking for and how @ashtonmsmithdesigns turned it into something better than I imagined.

ec-taylor.com/blog

#blog #indieauthor #bookdesign #coverdesign

02.03.2026 16:03 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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One month away! Come see me at the Sip, Shop, and Read: Adult Bookfair in Brighton, MI on March 28th!

Presented by @creativebysanchez

#adultbookfair #fantasybookseries #fantasy #booksbooksbooks #MIreaders

28.02.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I'll be at Page 18 bookstore in Oxford, MI on March 14th from 2-4pm for a reading and signing! Want to hear some passages straight from the author, or looking for a signed copy of Speak with the Dead? Maybe you have some questions for an indie author?

#fantasy #booksbooksbooks #bookstore

27.02.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Let me introduce you to Merry MacGill from Speak with the Dead. πŸ‘‡

Character art by @cosmikla on Instagram.

#fantasy #bookish #booksbooksbooks #indieauthor #booksky

26.02.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The author πŸ’š The first page πŸ’š The cover

#fantasybookseries #fantasy #adultfantasybooks

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Do you like Mistborn, LOTR, and Six of Crows? It's time to add Speak with the Dead to your TBR.

This story is about a woman, her grief, and how the powers that be drive her onward. Join her as she fights alongside a diverse team to overcome conspiracy and take down the evil at the top.

#fantasy

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If I were a D&D character, I'd be a human looking after some hobbits. Aragorn is pictured with four hobbits.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be a human looking after some hobbits. Aragorn is pictured with four hobbits.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be a sarcastic tabaxi, along for the ride. Jiji from Kiki's delivery service is pictured riding a broom with Kiki.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be a sarcastic tabaxi, along for the ride. Jiji from Kiki's delivery service is pictured riding a broom with Kiki.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be an automaton, helping my brother find the philosopher's stone. Ed and Al Elrich are shown from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be an automaton, helping my brother find the philosopher's stone. Ed and Al Elrich are shown from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be a firbolg, selling magic items to adventurers. Pumat Sol from the Mighty Nein by Critical Role is shown.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be a firbolg, selling magic items to adventurers. Pumat Sol from the Mighty Nein by Critical Role is shown.

If I were a D&D character, I'd be...

Which one are you? Are you something else entirely?

#dungeonsanddragons #lotr #kikisdeliverservice #fullmetalalchemist #mightynein

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Speak with the Dead is a dark, funny, epic fantasy about grief, trust, and heroism. Anna Hale is smart in the woods, less so with a sword. What happens when she is thrown into a plot to start a war by a tyrannical governor? Can she and her new team foil his plans, or will she die trying?

#fantasy

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Looking for a signed copy of Speak with the Dead? Come find me in person at any of these upcoming events!

#fantasy #booksbooksbooks #indieauthor #reader #bookclub

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Let me introduce you to Pyran Taggert from Speak with the Dead. πŸ‘‡

Character art by @cosmikla on Instagram.

#fantasy #bookish #booksbooksbooks #indieauthor #booksky

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Valentine's day is almost here. From now until 11pm EST Saturday, get 10% off in my store with code VALDAY!

You can check out some new items at ec-taylor.com/shop!

#valentinesday #gifts #bookish #fantasy #indieauthor

10.02.2026 17:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Sure, Speak with the Dead is about grief, trust, and heroism. It's inspired by classic fantasy and games like Dungeons and Dragons, with some new spins. It's got action, adventure, magic, and a romantic subplot.

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I write epic fantasy!

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I've been thinking a lot about justice lately. It'll come. Don't let up the pressure. ❀️

#indieauthor #fantasy #fuckice #justice

06.02.2026 17:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Let me introduce you to Will Grey from Speak with the Dead. πŸ‘‡

Character art by @cosmikla on Instagram.

05.02.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Valentine's day is right around the corner! If you're looking for a gift for someone special (or yourself!), check out what I've added to my store for the holiday!

#valentinesday #gifts #goodies #fantasy #indieauthor

03.02.2026 17:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

5. Protest. Find your local organizers and make some good trouble.
I know there's lots more to do, leave it in the comments and help each other out!

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Gemma the crow saying, "FUCK ICE."

Gemma the crow saying, "FUCK ICE."

Some things you can do alongside the general strike:
1. Visit 5Calls.org and call your reps.
2. Boycott businesses that feed the fascists. Find out more at bigbeautifulboycott.us
3. Support small businesses, especially those in vulnerable communities.
4. Stand up for community. Help your neighbors.

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What can you do if you can't strike tomorrow? Be a silly goose!

And no spending! #generalstrike

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Let me introduce you to Anna Hale from Speak with the Dead. πŸ‘‡

Character art by @cosmikla on Instagram.

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This giant ICE Army they are building this year is also likely to be at polling places during the midterms in heavily Democratic precincts with the excuse being that they are looking for β€œillegals trying to vote.”

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The nicest delivery man just bought one of my books as he delivered them! And we talked a little about D&D! πŸ’š But I forgot to ask for his name! Thank you, kind stranger! I hope your scheduling for your new campaign with your friends never has conflicts!!!

27.01.2026 21:41 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Do you want a fresh epic fantasy with all the things you love from the traditional? Speak with the Dead is what you've been looking for!

It has a found family shared quest, a refreshing main character who sucks with a sword, and characters and plot that really grow. Learn more: ec-taylor.com/books

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