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**Author:** [@system](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2023, 11:01pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/welcome-to-azaleas-arcane-alcove/5 "2023-12-09T23:01:12Z")
We are so glad you joined us. We’re here to discuss Azalea’s books. We’ll speculate over mysteries, confer about magic, and gossip about our favorite characters. Here are some things you can do to get started: … --- ## [Why hasn’t Damien figured it out yet?](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/why-hasn-t-damien-figured-it-out-yet/499)
**Author:** [@JKlarinet](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/JKlarinet)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 10:11pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/why-hasn-t-damien-figured-it-out-yet/499 "2026-09-22T22:11:51Z")
“That’s an interesting stealth spell you’re casting,” So, at the incident at Eagle tower, Damien first notices the effect of Sebastien’ “boon.” Later, this boon is explained as having been given to S. after the incide… --- ## [Thoughts on tanya canelo](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/thoughts-on-tanya-canelo/974)
**Author:** [@Ari.Elle.Maria](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/Ari.Elle.Maria)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 12:09pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/thoughts-on-tanya-canelo/974 "2026-09-22T12:09:56Z")
rereading the books again and just finished A Binding of Blood and was kind of surprised to realize how disgusted I feel with Tanya. she killed two innocent people collapsing the Verdent Stag greenhouse/warehouse. "“Fi… --- ## [Chekov's Scabroot](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chekovs-scabroot/985)
**Author:** [@Keid](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/Keid)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 11:54am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chekovs-scabroot/985 "2026-09-22T11:54:51Z")
Okay, so a decent amount of time has been spent within the books on the projects with scabroot such that it would be shocking if Siobhan’s ability to produce it at will doesn’t come in handy somehow. But the original ap… --- ## [Empress is that you?! Theo would be so proud](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/empress-is-that-you-theo-would-be-so-proud/538)
**Author:** [@AriethNinja](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AriethNinja)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 8:19pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/empress-is-that-you-theo-would-be-so-proud/538 "2026-09-11T20:19:49Z")
i accidently stumbled across this mark rober video have a smile --- ## [Fanfiction: Truthteller](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/fanfiction-truthteller/967)
**Author:** [@alra](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/alra)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 4:47am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/fanfiction-truthteller/967 "2026-09-04T04:47:39Z")
Set midway through A Foreboding of Woe. To save space and for wider access, it lives on ao3: https://archiveofourown.org/chapters/238440666 Lemme know what you think :slight\_smile: --- ## [How Did Azalea Come Up With The Idea For PGTS?](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/how-did-azalea-come-up-with-the-idea-for-pgts/27)
**Author:** [@Stef](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/Stef)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 8:43pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/how-did-azalea-come-up-with-the-idea-for-pgts/27 "2026-09-02T20:43:16Z")
One of the things people are often curious about is where authors get their inspiration from, and what life experiences or dreams influenced their creative process. I’m always fascinated about how people’s minds work whi… --- ## [What are the strengths and weaknesses of the story so far? (General spoiler for the entire story)](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/what-are-the-strengths-and-weaknesses-of-the-story-so-far-general-spoiler-for-the-entire-story/968)
**Author:** [@David\_S](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/David_S)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 8:41pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/what-are-the-strengths-and-weaknesses-of-the-story-so-far-general-spoiler-for-the-entire-story/968 "2026-09-02T20:41:32Z")
I recently saw a post on red rising Reddit asking what do you think are some of the strengths and weakness of Pierce brown as a writer. And I thought I would ask the same here about this serie to see what the community t… --- ## [Chapter 253 Discussion - No Way Out](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-253-discussion-no-way-out/677)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 12:22pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-253-discussion-no-way-out/677 "2026-08-29T12:22:31Z")
With the much-awaited release of A Cauldron of Bitterness comes the release of discussions that were previously restricted to Patreon members. To prevent unwanted exposure to spoilers, make sure to read A Cauldron of Bit… --- ## [No words; just post what makes you happy](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/no-words-just-post-what-makes-you-happy/944)
**Author:** [@JKlarinet](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/JKlarinet)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 5:04pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/no-words-just-post-what-makes-you-happy/944 "2026-08-24T17:04:03Z")
I saw this on another forum, and it would be fun here. Pictures of whatever makes you happy, whenever you feel like posting one. --- ## [My next big project](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/my-next-big-project/730)
**Author:** [@AriethNinja](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AriethNinja)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 5:02pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/my-next-big-project/730 "2026-08-24T17:02:40Z")
I get this is kinda pgts related, okay 90%, but it’s not the books per say I am pretty sure I talked about it here before, but I want to have it somewhere, because I would love input and maybe tips and tricks! At NWC i… --- ## [Azalea suggested that we suggest reading material](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/azalea-suggested-that-we-suggest-reading-material/931)
**Author:** [@JKlarinet](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/JKlarinet)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 10:10pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/azalea-suggested-that-we-suggest-reading-material/931 "2026-08-16T22:10:05Z")
I’ve slowed down in my online book buying, but … I’ve got a dozen stories I follow on RR or more. I’ve also bought real books to read. Here’s the stuff I’ve been liking the best: Archmage Coefficient: The Archmage Coef… --- ## [The Wandering Inn](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/the-wandering-inn/962)
**Author:** [@RHBookish](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/RHBookish)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 4:26am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/the-wandering-inn/962 "2026-08-01T04:26:38Z")
I have spent the last year and a bit reading Pirateaba’s web serial, The Wandering Inn. The premise is people from our modern earth inexplicably transported to a world where everyone gains classes, levels and skills base… --- ## [Eggs with red yolks](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/eggs-with-red-yolks/955)
**Author:** [@AriethNinja](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AriethNinja)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 7:58pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/eggs-with-red-yolks/955 "2026-07-18T19:58:06Z")
Saw this and immediately thought about a scene from builders of dreams. I believe it is also mentioned a few times in the series before that. A confused throw away, something about it anyways --- ## [Chapter 285 Weekly Discussion - "Invictus"](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-285-weekly-discussion-invictus/908)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 2:45am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-285-weekly-discussion-invictus/908 "2026-07-18T02:45:01Z")
I’m a big fan of “Invictus” by William Ernest Henley. In fact, the poem is my screen background and has been for many years. Out of the night that covers me, Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods … --- ## [A Cladding of Identity and Lost Wills](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/a-cladding-of-identity-and-lost-wills/953)
**Author:** [@Ron](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/Ron)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 7:02pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/a-cladding-of-identity-and-lost-wills/953 "2026-07-17T19:02:02Z")
I would think that from the reading that the Spirit Realm might be a big part of the “Fabric” of Magic and we know from the story that apparently a copy of ones will resides in the Spirit Realm and assuming that the Will… --- ## [Crackpot theories on how to safely cast through your own flesh](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/crackpot-theories-on-how-to-safely-cast-through-your-own-flesh/952)
**Author:** [@Inverter](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/Inverter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 2:55pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/crackpot-theories-on-how-to-safely-cast-through-your-own-flesh/952 "2026-07-16T14:55:40Z")
Hi, new here as I usually only listen to the audio books. As Siobhan again reminds herself that she is never going to cast through her own flesh this seems like another Chekhov’s gun that she is indeed going to do do it … --- ## [Will the first book become availible away from amazon?](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/will-the-first-book-become-availible-away-from-amazon/947)
**Author:** [@AriethNinja](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AriethNinja)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 8:28pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/will-the-first-book-become-availible-away-from-amazon/947 "2026-06-30T20:28:40Z")
due to changes that Amazon has been making about their library as well as their physical kindles, i have decided to rebuy my library (slowly, its almost 800 books) I understand contracts and the complications there of, … --- ## [Chapter 283 - My Enemy's Enemies](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-283-my-enemys-enemies/903)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 8:52pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-283-my-enemys-enemies/903 "2026-06-17T20:52:06Z")
I think it’s nice how Thaddeus got a chance to be part of the social group/in-crowd. Though arguably, they’re all morally questionable, betting on torture and murder. Discussion, thoughts, theories welcome. … --- ## [Upcoming events you're looking forward to?](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/upcoming-events-youre-looking-forward-to/945)
**Author:** [@CodeLabMaster](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/CodeLabMaster)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2026, 1:25am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/upcoming-events-youre-looking-forward-to/945 "2026-06-13T01:25:12Z")
What are some possible upcoming events in Siobhan’s/Sebastian’s life you are looking forward to? It’s been several books since it last got mentioned, but I wonder if we’ll still get the annual Gervin soiree in the fall … --- ## [Chapter 291 Weekly Discussion - "Secrets and Supply Kits"](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-291-weekly-discussion-secrets-and-supply-kits/932)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 10:44pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-291-weekly-discussion-secrets-and-supply-kits/932 "2026-05-26T22:44:22Z")
Do you think Sebastien actually lives in such a scary part of town, or is Damien just hyper-sensitive? Chapter discussion, thoughts, theories, and whatever else welcome. --- ## [Chapter 292 Weekly Discussion - "A Path of Shadows"](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-292-weekly-discussion-a-path-of-shadows/934)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 9:24pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-292-weekly-discussion-a-path-of-shadows/934 "2026-05-26T21:24:23Z")
One thing I enjoy about writing this series is that so much of the magic Siobhan learns has wide utility, if one has enough control to start exploring the edge cases and permutations. Discussion welcome! --- ## [Introducing more exotic pets](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/introducing-more-exotic-pets/155)
**Author:** [@BlueNinja](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/BlueNinja)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 12:55am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/introducing-more-exotic-pets/155 "2026-05-24T00:55:54Z")
I don’t have cats or dogs, i have two Sugar Gliders! These two cuties are named Goober and Xion. Sugar gliders are little marsupials from Indonesia. They are omnivores like humans. These two favorite foods ar… --- ## [Chapter 282 - The Price of Power](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-282-the-price-of-power/900)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 12:53am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-282-the-price-of-power/900 "2026-05-24T00:53:39Z")
That last line was the thing I hid in plain sight in the previous chapter, which someone did guess. Congrats! --- ## [Chapter 290 Weekly Discussion - "Haunted"](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-290-weekly-discussion-haunted/928)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2026, 3:33pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-290-weekly-discussion-haunted/928 "2026-05-02T15:33:41Z")
These last couple of chapters were particularly difficult to write, because I have to make sure I understand the implications of everything on future events. The more books in this series that I write, the further and fu… --- ## [Chapter 289 Weekly Discussion - "Void-Shield"](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-289-weekly-discussion-void-shield/927)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2026, 6:20pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-289-weekly-discussion-void-shield/927 "2026-05-01T18:20:55Z")
I ended up doing some significant expansion/re-writing of this chapter, and the outcome is a lot more fun. As always, discussion welcome. :slight\_smile: --- ## [Chapter 276 Weekly Discussion - "The First Crack"](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-276-weekly-discussion-the-first-crack/837)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 8:46pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-276-weekly-discussion-the-first-crack/837 "2026-04-30T20:46:48Z")
I anticipate shocked, excited, and maybe confused screaming. Discussion welcome, as always. :slight\_smile: --- ## [Chapter 272 Weekly Discussion - "Mirror, Mirror"](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-272-weekly-discussion-mirror-mirror/821)
**Author:** [@AzaleaEllis](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AzaleaEllis)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 3:07am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/chapter-272-weekly-discussion-mirror-mirror/821 "2026-04-27T03:07:01Z")
This chapter is one that many of you have been waiting on and wondering about for a long time. Discussion welcome. :slight\_smile: --- ## [Question about kindle unlimited](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/question-about-kindle-unlimited/925)
**Author:** [@AriethNinja](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/AriethNinja)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2026, 9:16pm UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/question-about-kindle-unlimited/925 "2026-04-26T21:16:57Z")
I personally would rather pay for all my books and make sure the creator gets their cut But I was wondering does Amazon even pay the authors when someone checks out a book with KU? --- ## [The Other Place](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/the-other-place/926)
**Author:** [@JimA](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/u/JimA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2026, 4:54am UTC](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/t/the-other-place/926 "2026-04-24T04:54:01Z")
What is the ash falling in the other place? And Seriously is this the first post for the Seeds series? [Next page](https://alcove.azaleaellis.com/latest.md?page=1)