Bill Ricardi Publishing - Free Stuff!

We believe that reading is a basic human right.

We also understand that not everyone can afford to buy novels or pay for access to short stories.

That's why certain works produced by Bill Ricardi will remain free forever.

In addition to 'Another Stupid Spell', we have a plethora of novellas, short stories, and even some audio material for you to enjoy free of charge. Spread the joy of reading far and wide!

Free Stuff!

A free fantasy novel about an orc who gets dumber every time he casts a spell.

'Another Stupid Spell' was Bill Ricardi's first published novel about an orc mage who gets dumber every time he casts a spell. Although it's part of a Fantasy trilogy based in the world of Panos, this free book can easily stand on its own. Enjoy!

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A free text adventure game on Steam. Help Lizzy guide her orc mage through a day of danger!

'Me Smart Orc' is a short, free text adventure game set in the world of Panos. You play Lizzy, the flying lizard. Your master has tasked you with protecting Dunwart, a pain-in-the-butt apprentice mage who gets dumber every time he casts a spell. Good luck, you'll need it!

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A free stand alone fantasy novella. A witness uses the purity of their monarch to draw power from the netherworld.

'Mind of a Witness' is a free Fantasy novella set in the realm of OthEarth, written as a gift to my loyal readers. Andy is the spiritual surrogate of his Queen, a Witness who can reach into the realm of demons to find magical power.

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A free short story prequel to 'Another Stupid Spell'. Fantasy, orcs.

'Shaman's Fable' is a free, short prequel to 'Another Stupid Spell'. It contains minor spoilers to the series. Shaman tells the tale of Sorch's father, a rare orcish ranger named Scire.

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A free short story in the Panos universe. Wererat, paladin, tournament, fantasy.

'The Fastest Blade' is a free Panos short story, taking place before 'A Princess of Last Resort'. It contains minor spoilers. Wendell fights in a tournament, though his true intentions remain a mystery, even to himself.

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A free urban fantasy short story based in the Ihy Saga universe.

'Still Standing' is a free short story set in 'The Ihy Saga' universe. A Host of Ihy's children can bend physics, minds, and hearts... if the right tune is playing.

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A free urban fantasy short story based in the Ihy Saga universe.

'The Silicon Angel' is a free short story taking place just after 'The Ihy Saga' trilogy finishes. Contains some spoilers for that entire trilogy. A new Host of Ihy is born on the streets of San Jose.

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A free rural fantasy short story based in the Seelie Recipe universe.

'Unseelie Pie' is a free Fantasy short story, a prequel that sets the mood for 'The Seelie Recipe'. A lad indentures himself to the dark fae to save a father he never knew. Can he and his werewolf sous chef cook their way to freedom?

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A free rural fantasy short story based in the Seelie Recipe universe.

'The Shakespeare Accord' is a free Fantasy short story, the second prequel setting the scene for 'The Seelie Recipe'. Shakespeare defies the fairy queen, setting the stage for a final meeting with an old friend.

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The Seelie Recipe audiobook is available by request from libraries everywhere!

'The Seelie Recipe' audiobook is available for free in libraries around the world. Links to share with your librarian are in the PDF, or have them search their audiobook catalogue for 'Bill Ricardi'.

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