Donna Sundblad is a maestro of young adult fantasy fiction, celebrated for her enchanting tales of prophecies and quests that explore the timeless struggle between good and evil. With a distinguished career as a freelance writer, editor, and ghostwriter behind her, Donna now focuses on her own imaginative storytelling. Her novels resonate with readers who appreciate wholesome narratives celebrating friendship, adventure, bravery, and important moral lessons.
Her recent works with Next Chapter Publishing include The Inheritance, a coming-of-age Christian fantasy allegory released in January 2024, and the epic standalone adventures Beyond the Fifth Gate and Windwalker. Her upcoming projects, including the Dragon's Oath series, promise to captivate readers further with Drake Ascendant (Book 1), Shadowalkers (Book 2), and Sages of Tachnir (Book 3)—with Rise of the Variel Book 4 in development and Book 5 already a collection of notes.
Donna’s life is deeply intertwined with her faith, which profoundly shapes her writing and personal journey. She leads a balanced life with her husband, a beloved shelter cat rescue, and a cockatiel she hand-raised from day one. Embracing a healthy lifestyle, Donna values time with her family and friends. When not writing, she enjoys time outdoors, blogging, and sharing her literary passions, reflecting her commitment to both her craft and her faith
Donna Sundblad is a maestro of young adult fantasy fiction, celebrated for her enchanting tales of prophecies and quests that explore the timeless struggle between good and evil. With a distinguished career as a freelance writer, editor, and ghostwriter behind her, Donna now focuses on her own imaginative storytelling. Her novels resonate with readers who appreciate wholesome narratives celebrating friendship, adventure, bravery, and important...
Udoaver Greensleeves leaves home on a mission to help the Sages of Tachnir build a dragon-rider army to combat the Darkmore Evil. During his trips through the Labyrinth of Times, he enters a time differential—each day in Tachnir equals a year for his wife and son.
Back home, his son Orin grows into a gifted Shadowalker, mastering his ability to...
In the quiet village of Man’s Bow, Udoaver Greensleeves and his bride Treena inherit the mysterious Cup of Epochs. With no living family to guide them, they question its origin. Opening it leads to more questions as they step into a new life and a web of ancient secrets.
The cup’s cryptic glyphs reveal unfolding prophecies, connecting them to...
Ervig Greenfields, a young prison guard, seeks the dragons’ help to lift a curse that has trapped him in the form of a dungeon rat. The dragons offer him access to the Labyrinth of Times: a maze where dark magic can be purged and the curse lifted.
But there’s a catch. To enter, Ervig must swear the Dragon’s Oath, a...
Chosen by dragons. Bound by oath. Transformed by power. In Dragon’s Oath, humans become Drake Ascendants—wielders of dragon magic—defending Voldatha across time. For fans of...
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Okay, I'm only three chapters in and things are changing. Tozet a Goldenhorn dragon readers met in Drake Ascendant (Dragon's Oath book 1) is taking a front seat! I hadn't...
I’m excited to share some great news—Windwalker placed 3rd in the AllAuthor Book Cover of the Month contest for April!
This recognition is especially meaningful because it celebrates not just the story within the pages, but the powerful imagery that invites readers in from the very first glance. A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who voted and supported the cover throughout the contest—your encouragement made all the difference!
A huge shoutout to the talented cover design team at Next Chapter...
Confession time: I’m only three chapters into Book 4 of the Dragon’s Oath series… and already, the story is taking some unexpected turns.
I started with an outline—I still have it open, in fact. It’s kind of like my GPS: always there to guide me, remind me of key destinations, and make sure I don’t completely miss the big picture. But as any pantser-at-heart knows, sometimes the scenic route calls. And lately, I’ve been taking a few detours.
One of the biggest changes I’ve made so far? Tozet,...
Writing fiction is often seen as a carefully crafted journey from outline to finished manuscript, but as any experienced author will tell you, the real magic happens in the discovery process. Recently, I've spent most of my time editing and proofreading, getting Shadowalkers and Sages of Tachnir ready for publication. It feels good to be back in the proverbial writing saddle, working on Rise of the Variel (Dragon's Oath Book 4). I’ve found that some of the most thrilling moments in the...
