The Spoken Spell
Published on 17. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
336 pages
979-8-233-54674-7 (ISBN)
Description
In the city of Aethelgard, written language is literal magic. The hierarchical Inkwell Guilds rule through rigid Scriptcraft, controlling reality through precise grammar and genre-binding spells. In this world, an unwritten word is a powerless one-until Elian Vox.
A lowly street performer, Elian discovers he possesses a volatile, long-forgotten gift: Oralism. By speaking stories aloud, he can manifest magic that is unpredictable, emotional, and entirely uncontainable by the Council of Scribes. Branded a threat to the natural order, Elian is hunted by Master Scriptor Thorne and his ink-bound assassins. To survive, he must team up with Virelle Quist, a jaded librarian who guards the forbidden Lexicon Vault. Together, they must protect the future of storytelling before the Council erases Elian's voice forever.
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Series
Edition
Large type / large print edition
Language
English
Edition type
Large type / large print edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
547 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-233-54674-7 (9798233546747)
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Gregory Parrott is a writer of the stories he always wished someone else would write. Blending sci-fi, historical fiction, thrillers, military tales, and fantasy, Gregory invites readers to simply kick back and enjoy the ride.
A lifelong resident of Massachusetts, Gregory balances his passion for crafting captivating narratives with a vibrant family life, cheering on his kids, and paddling with his dragon boat veterans team. When he's not immersed in fantastical worlds or historical battles, you can often find him unwinding with video games or hitting the pavement for a run. A proud veteran currently serving in the Army National Guard since 2011, Gregory brings a unique blend of discipline and imagination to his storytelling. Many of the tales you'll find within his pages are stories he first dreamt up as a teenager, finally brought to life for the world to enjoy.