Swords for Hire

In the ancient Kingdom of Parmall, Sam Hatcher lives a simple life with his parentsuntil he turns sixteen. Then Sam meets Rigby Skeet, a wisecracking guard who calls himself a Sword for Hire. The two uncover a plot that has imprisoned King Olive in a dungeon guarded by the terrifying Boneman. The king s evil (and very strange) brother now rules the kingdom. Sam then joins Rigby on an cross-country adventureencountering evil guards, a magical sorcerer, and even a beautiful girl held captive.

Packed with adventure and humor, this new award-winning short fantasy novel was inspired by William Goldman's "The Princess Bride." Foreword by Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart Simpson. Cover and illustrations by David Michael Beck. See reviews at:

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This 168-page paperback will be available for $6.95 from bookstores and online booksellers March 31, 2003.