About
Liz Standley | The Author
Starting at the age of six, my stepfather read to me every night before bed, cementing my love of fantasy and science fiction. He cultivated my love of science, learning, and the outdoors. Attending Baylor University and the University of Oklahoma, obtaining a master’s degree in Zoology, I published scientific works, but over the last twenty years, I never lost my passion for escaping to new worlds, wondering if I would ever have the chance to create my own. My husband’s wish to live in Alaska, the greatest escape, allowed me time to write my first fantasy novel. Hope you enjoy Silver Dragon!
Ryan Standley | Illustrator
For as long as I can remember, books have always captivated my imagination and taken me on fantastical adventures. I have always had a passion for illustration and animation and how they bring stories to life. While earning my degree in Visual Communications, I had the privilege to explore a variety of different mediums, with watercolor and pencil smooth tone being my favorites. As a graphic designer, these days most of my work is digital. Every now and then I still get to work on projects, like the artwork for Silver Dragon, where I get to trade my mouse in for a pencil (or in this case, an iPad pencil) and revisit my visual storytelling abilities through illustration.
EXCERPT
Fiery death and destruction await the citizens of Astoria. Magic has disappeared and the dragons are dying. The dragon riders of Astoria are the last defense against the evil elven horde bent on destroying and enslaving them all. The elves have stolen dragon eggs of their own, but hope comes from an unexpected source. A young girl bonds with a dragon egg, the first woman ever chosen. A magician once thought to be lost for over 200 years is now found. Will 160 flaming dragons, a female dragon rider with magical abilities that were once thought to be lost forever, and a lone magician be enough to save them all from annihilation?