Nikki Persley

Something evil is coming…

New York writer, Anya Alan thrives on her fast-paced stylish lifestyle—until a voice in her head tells her to be afraid.
Someone or something is stalking her, and she is about to embark on a harrowing journey of self-discovery. Is she really who she thinks she is? Members of the secret Epkoro Society believe she is an African earth goddess reborn with no memory of her previous lives. So does the ancient inhuman thing of vast resolve and ambition that pursues her and plots to make her the vessel for its rebirth. Serpent of Eternity, volume one of The Divine Serpent Trilogy.

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Serpent of Eternity is a conflict-packed fusion of classic and contemporary that opens the door to The Divine Serpent Trilogy, my new dark fantasy sci-fi series. Click on the links to meet Anya and experience the mystery and peril of Serpent of Eternity. And if you sense Iakouta lurking in the shadows, just embrace the Epkoro way and step into the circle of the spirit...

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ENTER THE NATIONAL EARTHBOUND GODDESS DAY CONTEST... -

... and proclaim, "I am an Earthbound Goddess!"

Posted by Nikki Persley at 12:00 AM on May-22-2006

HAPPY EARTHBOUND GODDESS DAY! -

Anya Alan, the protagonist in my new urban fantasy novel, Serpent of Eternity, may be an Earthbound Goddess, but like many real life women, she will have to find the courage to believe in herself and learn to tap into her innate talents and strengths.

Posted by Nikki Persley at 12:00 AM on May-22-2006

BOOK LAUNCH PARTY! -

By Invitation Only

Posted by Nikki Persley at 12:00 AM on Apr-17-2006

WE HAVE A WINNER! -

The contest is over and Serpent of Eternity now has a cover! Congratulations to Brooklyn artist, Rickie Du Burke, our first place winner! To check out his winning entry and for more information about him and his work see Meet the Artist.

Posted by Nikki Persley at 12:00 AM on Mar-13-2006

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Here's what readers and critics are saying about Serpent of Eternity...

Documenting Nikki Persley as a truly gifted and imaginative author, "Serpent of Eternity" is a real page-turner that will have readers waiting in eager suspense for volumes two and three. Midwest Book Review

Filled with horror, suspense and romance, this book is sure to please. Nikki Persley is an excellent storyteller. RAWSISTAZ™ REVIEWERS

An absorbing read, with vital, well-written characters, this is volume one of a trilogy. I can't wait to read the next story. Reader Views

I enjoyed this novel. It quickly captured my interest and held me absorbed throughout. I found it hard to believe that this was the author’s first attempt at a novel. Marg Gilks, Author and Editor, Scripta Word Services

Excellent! I thoroughly recommend this book. Amazon.com review

Buy this novel if you are a true fan of sci/fi-fantasy. Amazon.com review

A fast-paced page-turner, with mystery, excitement and historical information deftly woven into the chapters. Serpent of Eternity is impossible to put down, and by the time I finished it, I could barely wait to read the sequel! B. Ferber, Brooklyn, NY

This impressive first novel conjures "bump in the night" feelings and will keep you up reading way past your bedtime. Amazon.com review

EXCITING! My interest was piqued from the moment I read the very first page. Nikki Persley's storytelling is CAPTIVATING and COLORFUL— taking you on a MYSTICAL flight. R. Parker, Brooklyn, NY