The Amaranth Chronicles: Deviant Rising
About The Authors
“From the start, I envisioned The Amaranth Chronicles as a blend of contrasting sci-fi influences. On one side, the advanced and structured world draws inspiration from the dystopian and cyberpunk themes of Blade Runner. On the other, the rugged and untamed Frontier echoes the adventurous spirit of Firefly. Both worlds, and the balance between them, have been a constant source of inspiration.”
– Co-Author, Alexander Barnes
Other Contributors
Emmie Christie Emily Smith - Narrator - Short Story Writer
I narrate audiobooks for Audible and write for speculative fiction magazines. My stories tend to hover around the topics of feminism, mental health, cats, and the speculative such as unicorns and affordable healthcare. You can find my fiction work in Intrinsick and Allegory Magazine, and more stories are coming out in Flash Fiction Online and Zooscape later this year. In my spare time, I like to play D&D and go out line dancing. Visit her website.
Tyler Sparrow - Content Editor - Short Story Writer
I've always been enamored with Science Fiction for it's depth and controversial topics. I almost always encounter thought provoking questions about morality, justice, what-ifs, and all kinds of other topics that merit contemplation.
When I'm not consuming sci-fi or fantasy media in all it's forms, I'm out with friends, dabbling in their interests, or doing some outdoor activity. Visit his LinkedIn.
Alexey Yakovlev - Cover Artist - Concept Artist
Living in Moscow, Russia, Alexey is a small business owner and seasoned illustrator. He was our first and highest contributing concept artist and is largely responsible for the look and feel of our heroes and their spaceships. In addition to the wealth of art he has provided, he was also our cover artist and, in a twist of fate, also provided the designs for our bad guy, Torque the cybernetic demon. Visit his Art Station.
Fan Zhang - Concept Artist
From Beijing, China, Fan Zhang graduated from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and is a dedicated concept artist focused on the sci-fi world. Currently working for a VR game company based in China, Fan is solely responsible for developing the look of our villains, ships, and environments. During the development of the UPE Enigma’s concept art, he earned kudos from members on the art team behind the video game series “Homeworld.”
Visit his Art Station.
Juan Angel - Concept Artist
I’m a concept artist and game developer. My focus is on character design and the development of concepts for a variety of products with an emphasis on Sci-Fi and epic fantasy settings.
My experience as a freelance concept artist and graphic designer has given me the tools to create solid and consistent art that inspires people and my experience as a philosophy student has given me a passion for reading and writing. Visit his Portfolio.
Desiree Mackenzie - Symbol Designer
I'm an expert in visual communications who specializes in graphic design and Illustration with 4 years of experience developing creative design & page layouts. Beautiful typography and ornate detail have always been a passionate focus of mine. From newsletters, brochures, business cards and logo designs, my design expertise includes advertisements, direct mail, magazines, books, email newsletters, interactive catalogues, interior/exterior signage and large-format trade show graphics.
Wing Jong - Character Artist
I'm born and raised in Taiwan. I pursued my dream as a artist in the states. Now I'm home again and ready for my next phase in life.
As a concept artist, I love drawing since I was a little girl. As a gamer, I enjoy every game I played. Visit her Website.
Paul Ku - UX/UI Designer
I am a designer with strong experience in user experience and visual communication. From user research, ideation, flowchart, wireframe, to comps and prototype, everything is under my belt. I am also very experienced in making icons and logos from pencil to digitized product.
Luke Oines - Concept Artist
I was hired as a concept artist for a small company here in the bay area called Enemy Spawn, which is working on releasing their story/book/universe: The Amaranth Chronicles. I was tasked with depicting one Captain Xander Pacius, and his wardrobe, facial features and side arm. Visit his LinkedIn.