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Tyler Tarter
State: Utah
Tyler Tarter is an Amazon best-selling author who grew up throughout the western United States. After a few years of living in Brazil and on the East Coast, he pursued his two loves. He currently spends his days working in the IT and Cyber Security field and his nights at a laptop writing. With five novels and several short stories published, with his next book coming out on 9/16/25, he's hard at work bringing the stories in his mind to life. Find out more: http://www.tylertarter.com
Genres: Fantasy, Science Fiction
Audiences: Adult, Young Adult
Books by Tyler Tarter
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Stations of Heaven
Genre: Science Fiction
Audience: Adult
Tags: Sci-Fi Fantasy, Space Opera
Having lost his wife and children in a raid on the planet's surface by some rogue fighters, Everrune had gone into exile, joining an Over City warrior faction called the Nameless to atone for his perceived sins. After several years fighting as a Nameless soldier, he finally retires from the military and starts on a new path to vengeance. With the help of exiled goddesses and other mercenaries, he begins his war against an all-powerful crime guild to get his justice.
Roots of Conviction Trilogy
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Young Adult
Tags: Epic Fantasy
The Roots of Conviction Trilogy by Tyler Tarter is an epic fantasy saga of young rulers thrust into leadership amid war, betrayal, and the fight for survival. As the heirs of Azela’s ten kingdoms are forced to unite against a powerful invading empire, they must navigate treachery, shifting alliances, and the burden of destiny. Along their journeys, kingdoms rise and fall, friendships are tested, and ancient secrets resurface, reshaping both their world and themselves. With war escalating and the threat of annihilation looming, hope lies in courage, loyalty, and the unexpected calling of a chosen knight who may be the key to ending the bloodshed.
Knight of Ipredaris
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Officers of Tomorrow
Genre: Science Fiction
Audience: Young Adult
Tags: Space Opera
The Officers of Tomorrow series by Tyler Tarter launches readers into a high-stakes military sci-fi adventure where young cadets are thrust from the academy into the largest war in human history. With no time to prepare, Emilia and her fellow cadets must learn to survive, lead, and fight against overwhelming odds as humanity’s future hangs in the balance. From defending the core systems of the United Democratic Alliance to battling ruthless pirates on the fringes of space, their journey tests loyalty, courage, and the true meaning of duty.
Santa 3000
Genre: Science Fiction
Audience: Young Adult
As Humans spread throughout their Solar System, Santa has to recruit help. As the 3000th Santa, Tore Sletton departs to the newest human colony that is shared with the first alien race that we met, to continue the tradition of Christmas.
Blades for Hire
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology, Dark Fantasy
Blades for Hire is a dark fantasy mercenary anthology that brings together eleven epic tales of bloody betrayals, risky contracts, and scrappy sellswords. Perfect for fans of dark fantasy, morally gray and complex characters, and action-packed storytelling.
Blades for Hire
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Caught in the Flames
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Tags: Anthology, Dystopian Sci-Fi, Sci-Fi Fantasy
In worlds without hope, they must face the flames to survive.
In this blazing anthology, the power of fire ignites unforgettable stories of courage, rebellion, and discovery. From dystopian futures to sprawling fantasy realms and magic-filled modern cities, each tale brings a new spark to life.
Whether it’s the flame of hope in a broken world, a fiery rebellion against impossible odds, or the burning question of who you are meant to become, these stories will captivate fans of sci-fi, gaming adventures, and epic fantasy.
Dive into the blaze—and get Caught in the Flames.
Caught in the Flames
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