Jaime Rodriguez

Publishing hot take: traditional publishing is really hard, and self-publishing is really hard, and everyone deserves a sandwich and a nap.

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I’m looking into producing an audiobook for my debut The Anvil’s Whisper—but I’d love to explore options outside of ACX. If you’ve used platforms like Findaway, Soundwise, or anything else for distribution or production, I’d love to hear your experience.

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Just saw this review on B&N and honestly… wow.

That’s all I ever hoped this story would do. If you’ve been craving something a little quieter, a little truer—The Anvil’s Whisper might be it: bit.ly/3xDRDzo
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If you ever wondered what would happen if a mythic epic had a nervous breakdown and came out the other side wiser—The Anvil’s Whisper might be your thing. Not goofy, but strange, sharp, and unexpectedly funny in its own way. Starts standalone, but there’s more coming: bit.ly/4iZBQ4v

Totally get that—if you’re open to fiction that feels like oral history, The Anvil’s Whisper might surprise you. Rooted in myth, memory, and resistance—it reads like a sacred story passed down in fire. For the thoughtful traveler: bit.ly/4iZBQ4v

If you’re into fictional stories that feel real—set in mythic worlds but rooted in faith, fire, and deeply human choices—The Anvil’s Whisper might be your next favorite. A blacksmith. A prophecy. A quiet rebellion. I wrote it with readers like you in mind: bit.ly/4iZBQ4v

If you want something immersive with myth, romance, and a hero who didn’t ask to be chosen—The Anvil’s Whisper will keep you hooked at 30,000 feet. Might just make you miss the drink cart. bit.ly/4iZBQ4v

If you like your romantasy with mythic stakes, raw emotions, and a blacksmith caught between fate and fire—The Anvil’s Whisper might be your next obsession. Just dropped it here: bit.ly/4iZBQ4v

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If you're looking for a read with depth and a hopeful ending that actually feels earned, The Anvil’s Whisper might be just right.

It’s epic fantasy with slow-burn tension, found family, and a blacksmith who never asked to lead. Quietly powerful, and yes—there’s light at the end.

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If you’re craving fiction that respects your time and your brain. The Anvil’s Whisper might be what you’re looking for.

It’s a tightly written epic fantasy with emotional depth, and a blacksmith who didn’t ask to be a hero. No fluff, just impact.

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The Anvil’s Whisper might be just what you need.

It’s a character-driven epic fantasy about quiet rebellion, found family, and a blacksmith pulled into something bigger than himself. Emotional, immersive, and the kind of story that lingers.

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It’s not just that the genocide in Gaza and the West Bank is happening—it’s that so many still deny it or worse, cheer it on.

You don’t have to be Palestinian to see the violence for what it is. You just have to care about humanity.

Everyone talks about falling in love for the first time, but what about the first time someone believes in your work enough to buy it? 🥹

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Had a blast visiting the little sandworm sculptures honoring Dune and Frank Herbert right here in the PNW. Love living in a place where sci-fi, nature, and family adventures intersect so perfectly. #Dune #FrankHerbert #PacificNorthwest #Booksky #SciFiReaders #writerssky

Hardcover fans, it’s here—The Anvil’s Whisper is now available at Barnes & Noble!

If you love epic fantasy with emotional depth, quiet rebellion, and a blacksmith at the heart of it all, this one’s for you.

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The Anvil’s Whisper | A Gripping New Fantasy Debut That Will Break Your Heart "What if the gods whispered your name... and it ruined everything you loved?" Welcome to the official trailer for The Anvil’s Whisper, an emotionally gripping epic fantasy debut from BIPOC author Jaime Rodriguez. If you’re a fan of The Song of Achilles, Mistborn, or Shadow and Bone, this is the story you’ve been waiting for. In a land where the divine walks among mortals and rebellion simmers beneath the surface, one blacksmith must choose between duty and destiny—between saving his people or himself. 🔥 Spiritual. Mythic. Romantic. Unforgettable. 🔥 This trailer is just the beginning. 📚 Buy The Anvil’s Whisper: All Stores via LinkTree: https://bit.ly/43WjXzm Books.by: https://bit.ly/3FjCriU Amazon: https://amzn.to/3XtmMDR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3FiR7yO Kobo: https://bit.ly/4iIrxSg Apple Books: https://apple.co/4bR4eDv 🧠 For readers who love: • Emotionally rich fantasy • Deep worldbuilding • Chosen-one stories with a twist • Diverse protagonists and mythic lore • Themes of sacrifice, resistance, and spiritual awakening 🔖 #TheAnvilsWhisper #FantasyBookTrailer #EpicFantasy #MythicFantasy #BIPOCAuthors #DebutFantasy #BookTokFantasy #BookTube #FantasyBooks #IndieAuthor #DarkFantasy #SpiritualFantasy #JaimeRodriguezAuthor #NewFantasy2025 #BookRecs 📢 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to support indie fantasy and help this story reach new readers!

If you’re into epic fantasy with emotional stakes, quiet defiance, and a blacksmith who never wanted to be anyone’s savior—The Anvil’s Whisper might be your kind of story.

The trailer just dropped. Give it a look: bit.ly/3Uir5A1

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Thank you all for the incredible support during March’s presale! I ended with 16 total pre-orders—10 of those were eBooks—and honestly, that’s more than I ever expected. Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it.
Ingram takes forever to give ebook numbers.

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I'm still taking this in: my very first editorial review for The Anvil’s Whisper is live.

As a debut author, you hope someone out there will get what you were trying to do. I'm humbled and so incredibly grateful.

If you want to read it: bit.ly/3EAYBNJ

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Now more than ever, it’s vital we support our local libraries—they’re pillars of truth, access, and imagination.

@libro.fm is giving back too: donate $15 or more to any library and get a free audiobook credit as a thank-you.

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Big thanks to @libro.fm for curating such a powerful list of Arab authors for Arab American Heritage Month. Stories like these—full of identity, resistance, love, and loss—are exactly what shaped my love of epic, character-driven narratives.

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Every AUTHOR knows there's a thin line between:

I can't believe I wrote this 🤬

AND

I can't believe I wrote this 🤯

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I’m absolutely thrilled—The Anvil’s Whisper got 11 orders on launch day! That’s more than double what I dared to hope for (I was dreaming of 5 at best). Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared, or took a chance on a debut author. I’m so grateful. #DebutAuthor #BookLaunch #booksky

The Anvil’s Whisper is out today!

If you’re into character-driven epic fantasy with rebellion, emotional stakes, and a blacksmith caught in a rising storm—this is the one to check out.

Signed HC copy if you buy from this link before May: bit.ly/3FjCriU

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Authors have a responsibility—not just to imagine new worlds, but to take a stand in this one. You don’t need to know a trans person personally to be an ally. Our stories, our platforms, our voices must make it clear: trans people will not be erased. Not on our watch.

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Getting my first non family arc review on Goodreads for The Anvil's Whisper just makes it all worth it. Even if I never get higher than a 4⭐ review ever.

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When people say 'politics is too divisive now,' what they really mean is 'I was more comfortable when certain groups suffered quietly.'

Books didn’t just teach me to escape—they taught me how to see. They showed me what power looks like, how it hides, and how silence helps it grow. How I should use it to speak out against tyranny—not just for myself, but for those who can’t.

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Authors, let’s play a game! Promote your book by using only:

One trope: reluctant hero
One character name: Yordan
One quote: “The forge doesn’t choose the fire—it survives it.”

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“Wish” and the Fire Underneath: Disney’s 100th Film Isn’t Just Nostalgia—It’s a Call to Action How Wish stumbles with predictability but lands where it counts—by reminding us that resistance isn’t optional anymore

Just dropped a new Substack piece: Wish and the Fire Underneath—a deep dive into Disney’s latest film and what it really says about power, resistance, and storytelling.

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Only 5 days till my debut book launches...I am both nervous and excited.

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