Author and longtime Coppell resident, Russell Cowdrey, is inviting the community to come celebrate the release of his debut novel, Ancient Civilizations, Book 1 of Lamentations and Magic. Attendees, can enjoy a free coffee, a short book reading, and ask the author anything about his self-publishing journey. Forty free paperback copies of Ancient Civilizations will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. One book per family unit please.

Lamentations and Magic is a historical science fiction / fantasy series that combines all of the history and treasure hunting fun of an Indiana Jones adventure with the sci-fi excitement of a Stargate like saga. Appropriate for ages 13 and up. Below is an excerpt from a recent editorial review of the book:

Manybooks.net Editorial Review: Overall, Ancient Civilizations is an excellent read with an imaginative spin on historical people and events. The book is well-researched, and it is easy to become invested in the characters. Fans of Indiana Jones, Stargate, and Edgar Rice Burroughs will enjoy Ancient Civilizations the most. However, the fast-paced action, unexpected twists, and great cast of characters should appeal to everyone. With this first book in the Lamentations and Magic series, the author has also set the scene for what promises to be a riveting saga.