The Withering of Greidon - R. D. McCurry

R.D. McCurry is the creator of The Sporestone Chronicles, an epic fantasy series set in the richly imagined world of Arboria. With a lifelong passion for myth, history, and storytelling, he has dedicated himself to crafting a saga that blends political intrigue, ancient mysteries, and the triumphs and failings of flawed but unforgettable heroes. Raised in the oldest town in Texas, he was introduced to reading and fantasy at an early age by his grandfather, his boyhood hero. Together they wandered bookshops and comic stores, where he discovered Piers Anthony and David Eddings — authors who became his lifelong favorites. After graduating and beginning a career in the tech field, he joined the U.S. Navy in 2005, serving for twenty years before retiring. Inspired by his wife and family, he finally sat down to write the series he had long imagined. He now lives in Virginia, continuing to bring Arboria to life. At the heart of his work lies a belief that fantasy is more than escapism — it is a mirror. Through Arboria’s kingdoms, gods, and companions, readers find reflections of their own struggles with power, loyalty, faith, and hope. Each book is not only an adventure, but an invitation to step into a world where every choice echoes across history.

GENRE: Fantasy or Sword and Sorcery

Blurb:

The Withering of Greidon, Book One of The Sporestone Chronicles by R.D. McCurry, follows a diverse band of strangers in Arboria as they confront famine, cults, and intrigue. From drought-stricken Ferol to Havolten and beyond, they face kidnappings, corrupted lands, and ancient evils, forging bonds of hope and justice while resisting the shadow of a long-forgotten dark power.