Part of a three-book series
Belly of the Beast is the first of three meticulously planned novels. The second book, A Queen in Flames, is presently being penned and will serve as a continuation of Sera’s story. For press, publication, or licensing interest, contact: inquiries@sorcebooks.com

At-cost library & school copies
Sorce explores important themes of personal growth, inventive problem solving, and the responsible use of new technologies. At USD $3.99 per paperback and $9.99 per hardcover, bulk orders remain easy on academic budgets. inquiries@sorcebooks.com

Literary comparisons
With a basis in both fantasy and science fiction, Sorce might be described as a love letter response to its inspirations:
• Ender’s Game
• The Hunger Games series
• Ready Player One
• The Wizard of Oz

Age appropriateness
Belly of the Beast is suitable for middle grade readers and beyond. The story ventures into junior romance and junior horror with diction that will push those readers eyeing young adult titles and delight those already versed in them.

Author
Charles Armstrong works in a space that is rapidly evolving thanks to artificial intelligence. The more Charles finds himself versed in aspects of AI, the more he’s come to accept notions of creationism and fear the implications of tech misused.

Illustrator
Kira Night is renowned for her beautifully twisted works. With the visual editions, Kira explores the beauty of nature, the complexities of the human soul, and the nuanced spaces between good and evil.

Voice actors
The audiobook shines thanks to mellifluous performances by Tammie Armstrong (Sera and Nixie) and Uriah Roots (Enry and Ledbetter) and is supported by Sabrina Bee (Mother and Maeve) and Steve Bernard (Father, Roald, Corporal Dade).

Editor
Belly of the Beast was edited from early to late stages by Jennifer Rees (former Senior Editor for Scholastic Press, responsible for the Hunger Games series).

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