Dee Marie's Author World
Where the Modern and the Mystical Collide
Welcome to the home of award-winning novelist Dee Marie. Here, the realms of contemporary life and fantasy converge, creating stories that transport readers from the thrilling ice rinks of modern hockey to the era of Merlin and Arthurian Legends. She invites you to journey into her worlds and explore the magic of storytelling.l
Recent Release: Shots and Shutouts, Goshawks Hockey Romance #1
What happens when two strangers, living worlds apart, form an online connection and an unbreakable bond? More importantly … can a young pro-goalie pursue a long-distance romance while chasing his hockey dreams?
Hunter 'Ice Wall' Griffin, the twenty-two-year-old starting goalie phenom, is the rising star of the Portland, Maine Goshawks. After a devastating loss, Hunter finds solace in an unexpected social media message from a Goshawks fan. Sage Larson, a twenty-one-year-old professional photographer living on her parents' cattle ranch in South Dakota, reaches out with words of encouragement amidst a sea of angry posts.
Moved by her lone support, Hunter contacts Sage to express his gratitude, sparking a friendship that transcends miles. As their connection deepens, they navigate the challenges of their contrasting lifestyles—Hunter's high-stakes world of professional hockey and Sage's tranquil life on the ranch. Amidst intense on-ice action and the exhilarating world of professional hockey, their friendship flourishes into a heartfelt romance.
Can this unlikely pair bridge the gap between their different worlds? Will their friendship grow into something more? Can Hunter let down his Ice Wall when not in the net
Shots and Shutouts delves into the thrill of the game, offering readers a genuine portrayal of one-on-one hockey plays and the disciplined life of a professional athlete. Join Hunter and Sage on their journey of resilience, hope, and unexpected romance. Skate into a story where love can blossom against all odds, and where hockey isn't just a backdrop—it's a central character.
Available in paperback, Kindle and Kindle Unlimited
Update: Sons of Avalon: Merlin's Prophecy
Coming Soon: The first novel in Dee Marie's acclaimed Arthurian Legends saga is being revitalized with new cover art and enhanced editing, and will also be available on Kindle.
Sons of Avalon: Merlin's Prophecy
Chaos ensues as Rome abandons Britain, leaving native Britons alone to defend their shores from the growing Saxon invasion. Set in 5th Century Britain, this retelling of the traditional legends of Merlin, King Arthur, and Avalon, blends a mixture of historical fact with Arthurian fantasy.
Refreshingly innovative, the tale spans the mysterious birth of Merlin, climaxing with the conception of Arthur, the legendary future king of Britain. A young Merlin advises three High Kings: to fight through the bedlam, fight for the right to rule, fight to save the future treasure of Britain!
Interlacing love, revenge, mystery and murder, with a dash of humor, this coming of age adventure is a guide through the shrouded tales that embrace the Sons of Avalon.
Teens Read Too Gold Star Award for Excellence
Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Finalist for YA Fiction
Available in paperback
About the Author
Dee Marie is an award-winning author, photographer, and artist. Her career in publishing began as a managing editor, eventually advancing to editor-in-chief, of an international computer graphics print magazine.
She has a vast knowledge of Arthurian Legends, with a reference library that is overflowing with British, Celtic, and Druid history. Research for her Sons of Avalon series also included a visit to Britain, where she was privileged to walk within the inner circle of Stonehenge, embracing the Dancing Stones on the Salisbury Plain. While in Cornwall, she explored the moors surrounding Bodmin, and ambled upon the ancient ruins of Tintagel.
An avid hockey fan with a special admiration for NHL goaltenders, Dee spends September through June chasing NHL games on her flatscreen. Her passion for the sport shines through in her writing, bringing the excitement and drama of hockey to life for her readers in her first hockey romance novel, Shots and Shutouts. She currently lives in South Dakota with her husband (a former hockey player), and two very loved, very spoiled, Labradors Retrievers.
The first novel in Dee Marie's hockey romance series, Shots and Shutouts, was conceived for a fellow hockey enthusiast, with the hope of bringing joy into her life after the sudden passing of her mother.
Sons of Avalon: Merlin's Prophecy has resonated with readers of all ages, from teens to seniors. The book has garnered significant recognition, winning two prestigious young adult awards: the Teens Read Too Gold Star Award for Excellence and the Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Finalist for YA Fiction.
Dee caught the writing bug as a reporter for her grade school newspaper. For decades, she has worked as a freelance journalist, and served as an Editor-in-Chief of a computer graphics print and internet magazine.
In the digital art field, she is best known for her candid interviews with CGI industry leaders, and has interviewed upper-management professionals from Adobe to Pixomondo. She also writes software, movie, and book reviews. Her insightful articles have been featured in print and online publications.
She holds a BA in Art with an emphasis in Photography. Dee's love affair with computer-generated art began through her relationship with Adobe developers reviewing their various programs. She enjoys exploring the latest trends in technology and digital art.
Her award-winning photographs and drawings have graced the pages and covers of numerous magazines. One of her photographs, Remembering 9/11, was purchased at a charity auction by Holly Carpenter, a political aide to New York Senator Patty Ritchie.
Dee Marie loves to hear from her readers.
She especially enjoys reading your letters.
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Dee Marie
PO Box 654, Clear Lake, SD, 57226