Growing Pains

In 2008 I became a published author with my first book, The Dragon Child. (To this day I don’t know why I named it that. There weren’t even any dragons in it. I think I had intentions… but regardless.) I was young and naive, and signed a contract (even after paying a lawyer to go…

What’s next for Author C.K. Miller

Since the release of the final book of my Roanfire series, Roanfire Reborn, I’ve been in a strange state of limbo. Some of you know that the characters have been with me for most of my life and ending their stories has been bittersweet. It has taken me quite a few months to find my…

Stand up for what you believe, even if it hurts

A few months ago, I was presented with an opportunity to attend the Colorado Medieval Festival as a vendor. It would have been great publicity for my books. (Not to mention that I love anything medieval.) However, the event spanned three days, including Sunday. Now, for me, working on Sunday has always been something that…

How to Not Take a Decade to Write a Book

It has taken me ten years to finish the Phoenix Host, book one of my Roanfire Saga. Granted, I’ve gotten married, moved twice, had three children, all while juggling a full-time job, and helping my husband get through school. It still shouldn’t have taken me this long to get a single book out, right? It’s…

It’s been a long year!

I have been aching to revamp my website for quite some time. I am so excited to share the new and improved CK Miller website where you can find my books, get updates, and see my progress. There are so many amazing things on the horizon. While working closely with my editor, Marissa Gramoll, I…

Gaire and Lora

Dust Hunter, Part One

It had been a week since his last collection. His pockets were empty, and so was his stomach. His fingers brushed the row of bare glass vials secured to the bandoleer strapped across his chest. All because of the Leviathan Pirates. Phoenix char and burn those seafaring vipers. Since the attack on the western coast of Roanfire, it was nearly impossible to find Watersprites.