Author Archives: Mike Reeves-McMillan

About Mike Reeves-McMillan

Mike Reeves-McMillan lives in Auckland, New Zealand, the setting of his Auckland Allies contemporary urban fantasy series; and also in his head, where the weather is more reliable, and there are a lot more wizards. He also writes the Gryphon Clerks series (steampunk/magepunk), the Hand of the Trickster series (sword-and-sorcery heist capers), and short stories which have appeared in venues such as Compelling Science Fiction and Cosmic Roots and Eldritch Shores.

City of Masks podcast: Episode 6

Posted on March 17, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

Episode 6. The elderly scholars show Bass a play in which their youthful encounters with the Countess are described. We learn how Felkior lost his sight and why they refuse to let Bass ask the Countess for help. Scholars’ theme: … Continue reading →

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City of Masks now on Podiobooks

Posted on March 13, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

This morning I got notification that City of Masks is now available on Podiobooks. Podiobooks is a nice concept which, if it didn’t exist, I might have had to invent. It’s a site for anyone who is podcasting their book, … Continue reading →

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City of Masks podcast: Episode 5

Posted on March 3, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

Episode 5. Bass, troubled by the murder, goes to the old scholars – notable fencers in their youth – to learn to defend himself. Another murder is committed which touches them all closely. Incidental Music:Murder theme: “Weep You No More … Continue reading →

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City of Masks podcast: Episode 4

Posted on February 28, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

Episode 4. A Calarian citizen is brutally murdered. Bass writes to his superior and to the City Guard seeking their help to find the murderer. Incidental Music:Lots of music this time.Corius’s theme: “Unquiet Thoughts” by John Dowland.Sallia’s theme: “Saltarello” by … Continue reading →

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City of Masks available direct from C-Side Media

Posted on February 28, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

If you live in New Zealand or Australia and want a copy of City of Masks, head over to C-Side Media, where you can buy it direct and save on shipping from the US.

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Goodreads

Posted on February 27, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

I’ve just discovered Goodreads, and signed up as a Goodreads author. Goodreads is a site for book reviews, ratings, and keeping lists of what you’ve read, what you’re reading, and what you’re planning to read. It has a lot of … Continue reading →

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City of Masks podcast: Episode 3

Posted on February 27, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

Episode 3. Bass is received at Court and meets the beautiful and dangerous Countess. Incidental Music:Corius’s theme: “Unquiet Thoughts” by John DowlandThe Countess’s theme: “April is in my Mistress’ Face” by Thomas Morley.Outro bracketed by: “The Witches’ Dance” by an … Continue reading →

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Free ebook version now available to all

Posted on February 11, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

I’ve decided to release the free ebook of City of Masks openly, rather than requiring people to subscribe to a mailing list in order to access it. My original idea was to build a mailing list of people who would … Continue reading →

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City of Masks on Amazon

Posted on January 30, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

City of Masks is now available on Amazon. If you’re considering buying it, bear in mind that Amazon takes an extra dollar as their cut, so I’ll benefit more if you go through Lulu or CreateSpace. But if you wanted … Continue reading →

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City of Masks podcast: Episode 2

Posted on January 24, 2008 by Mike Reeves-McMillan

Episode 2. Bass meets two elderly scholars, Felkior and his secretary Tamas, who help administer the institution of the masks. Together they decide that Bass shall be masked as the Innocent Man, a harmless persona which is protected by custom … Continue reading →

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