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A Man and His Unicorn by Anthony Matthews
Fantasy
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Vern was an ordinary college instructor and looking forward to spring break. But on the last day of classes and dreaming about a gorgeous gal, he woke up in a white washed world with nothing there! ... That included his clothes (oops). He found himself on the other side of the mirrors and could look out of any mirror. With a few false starts (didn't that woman ever hear of someone asking for directions), he got himself out and back into the real world and his own home ... He then wished he stayed put.
A wizard from a race of humanoid toads wanted Vern to come to his world to aid in defending the toads from two different races. Vern's talents were hidden - he was a special bachelor (did that mean "easy to get rid of"?). He would be a powerful though inexperienced wizard in the other world. "Please come, the situation is desperate", pleaded the toad. Vern, of course, refused. Then after some persuading (and turning Vern's world even more upside down), Vern said he'd think about it.
Sunday morning, Vern found himself in another world. "I said I'd THINK about it!" snapped Vern. But he was now committed. After meeting a few individuals who wanted to slice, dice, or otherwise harm him, Vern got into the quest. Then he met a beautiful Red unicorn stallion with magical powers. The unicorn took immediately to Vern. Vern was thrilled - then he remembered why unicorns took to certain people ... Vern didn't have too much success in dating (he swore he was a good kisser). Hopefully, he'll have more success in staying alive.
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By: shelob
I thought this book was fantastic! (Which is probably a good thing for a fantasy book...) I was absolutely hooked within the first couple of minutes. I loved the humour in it which was often understated and hence all the more amusing. The purity and innocence of the characters was like a breath of fresh air. It was a truly delightful book and I loved every minute of it. Thank you for such good entertainment and I eagerly await your next book!!!By: PuddyRat
The story was only poor to fair (though there were some mildly humorous portions). Not only was the audio bad but the narration was (IMNSHO) poor. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this: I fear teenagers would be bored, it's a little risque for children, and adults (like me) might slog through it, but...well, it's just unremarkable. Sorry -- just not my kind of story.By: J.A.Aeces
Hi Anthony, I have to be honest, I have not listened to your novel... yet I was attracted to your book because of the cover art. I love it!!!! Being a graphic designer, I think it's great. I am sure your story is great. I look forward to listening to it soon. For now, congrats on the art work.
Chapters
| Title | Description | Date Created |
| Chapter 1, Rude Awakening. (26.83 MB) | The sleeping Vern was placed in a white washed world that was on the other side of the mirrors. This was the opening gambit to convince Vern to go to a magical world to help a race of toads -- or else. | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Chapter 2, A MOBILE Home (11.86 MB) | Vern had said he'd think about helping the toads. But when he got up to get the Sunday paper, he found an oak tree in his yard where there had been a dying sapling. He and his home had been transported to the magical world. He snapped at the toad wizard, "I said I'd THINK about it!" | Feb 22, 2008 |
| CHAPTER 3, The Quest (14.93 MB) | Vern went out on his quest with the toad wizard that he dubbed Toadface. They were in his compact car. Vern was a powerful wizard but lacking training. He had to learn on the run, literally, as a dragon chased his car down some rather rough roads. | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Chapter 4, Going Drag (15.56 MB) | Vern could manipulate anything he owned. He had to use the hood of his car to quickly make a dome to prevent being attacked by the dragon. Now what? They were trapped and all he had to fight the dragon was either his cat or his guinea pig. Guess which one was used? | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Chapter 5, Unicorn facts (21.93 MB) | Vern is afraid of dogs. So when Toadface told him that one of the enemy races was doglike, Vern was not happy. He was briefly cheered when he received magic lessons. Alas the lessons went wrong (anyone could make a thunderstorm). But he then he would met a special animal later that day - one that took an immediate liking to him. | Feb 22, 2008 |
| CHAPTER 6: Four-legged drive (15.99 MB) | Vern and Toadface go traveling on the back of Red the unicorn. They meet up with an old smoky friend, the dragon. After a wild chase, they escape -- barely. However, Vern discovers some rather unsettling facts about his unicorn's talents. But that is not as unsettling as the fact that Vern himself also has more talents. | Mar 10, 2008 |
| CHAPTER 7: Unwilling guests (18.72 MB) | Vern and Toadface (along with Red) are in a stew -- or soon will be. The Kur King, who they tried to capture and failed to do so, wants to invite them to dinner -- as the main course. However, the Kur King's appetite wanes when he finds out about Vern's talent to heal. He plans to use Vern as a super-medic for future battles. Toadface sourly notes that it would have been better for all of them to have become a burp. | Mar 10, 2008 |
| Chapter 8: Snow fencing (15.3 MB) | Vern and Toadface go over a mountain pass to get at the human king. Unfortunately, they are "greeted" by hordes of barbarians, an enchanted swordsman called Super Cutter, and miserable snowbanks. Just not their day! | Mar 15, 2008 |
| Chapter 9: Humanly speaking (23.24 MB) | Toadface and Vern use cunning disguises of a little girl and a hayseed farmer. Red is dressed up like a plain horse. They feel fortunate to get into the palace to bag the old King. Unfortunately, things do not go according to plan. Why doesn't Plan A ever work? | Mar 15, 2008 |
| Chapter 10: Barking up the right cave (20.89 MB) | Vern and Toadface were hiding in a cave - discouraged with their debacle with the magical Queen. Just then a little puppy was popped into their cave. Vern thought it was cute, Toadface thought it was a trap. Guess who was right? ... They meet a less than friendly puppy owner - who wanted a rather pointed conversation. | Mar 30, 2008 |
| Chapter 11: Romantic Encounter? (30.04 MB) | Vern and Toadface decided to get some help from a local sorceress named Jezell to help with dealing with the Queen. Turns out the Queen is the sorceress's grandniece. Jezell did not look old and assured them that she was not an ally of her grandniece, Vashna ... She liked about at least one thing! And Vern found himself being admired - a bit TOO much! | Mar 30, 2008 |
| Chapter 12: Clover (11.26 MB) | Toadface had a brilliant idea to fight the Queen - four leaf clovers! After Vern got down from the proverbial ceiling, Toadface explained that the clovers would mask any magical detection. Vern insisted on staying at an Inn for the night before the big battle. He and Toadface (disguised as his son) meet the charming Innkeeper's young son. Little did Vern know that their presence could be fatal. | Apr 13, 2008 |
| Chapter 13: Attack! (19.54 MB) | Just before dawn, Toadface and Vern are attacked by wizards. In a pitched battle, they are captured by the Queen. She is pompous and cruel to Vern and makes him heal her bugling soldiers. However, someone else desperately needs Vern's attention ... And the Queen makes a fatal mistake - literally. | Apr 13, 2008 |
| Chapter 14: Revenge! (13.52 MB) | Vern wanted revenge again the Queen. He went back to the clover patch to get more magic-hiding fourleaf clovers. Unfortunately, they meet up with some "old friends". In the fight that ensued, Vern finds his darker side. | Apr 20, 2008 |
| Chapter 15: Queen's Palace (23.71 MB) | Vern, Toadface, and Red manage to sneak back into the Royal Palace -- after a few dirty tricks (Hey! No one is going to miss the booth selling roasted donkey heads). But, as usual, things do not go according to plan. However, that can be said for the other side also. | Apr 20, 2008 |
| Chapter 16: Duel! (25.64 MB) | Vern had challenged Queen Vashna to a duel! Everyone met at a meadow to see the two of them slug it out. First would be energy bolts where they try to fry the other. Then, if they survive, would come the Animal, Vegetable, and Mineral contests. Those contests have a few surprises -- from both sides! | Apr 27, 2008 |
| Chapter 17: Physical (11.75 MB) | Vern and the Queen had tied! This last contest, called physical, had them using their own bodies to fight each other and had to be resolved or there would be war! Another tie was not acceptable. This could be the deadliest contest yet. | Apr 27, 2008 |
| Chapter 18: Demands (11.87 MB) | Vern had lost. Now comes the bitter pills to swallow. However, the Queen has a few surprises still in store ... If she doesn't get mobbed by her own people. Maybe Vern could save Queenie? | May 4, 2008 |
| Chapter 19: Bonded (9.59 MB) | Vern was now hitched - much to his great surprise (both that he was married and who he was married to). Now to say good-bye ... for awhile that is. | May 4, 2008 |