Cover art for the books 'Godfrey's Crusade' and 'Godfrey Under Siege' by Mark Howard, featuring medieval castles, a knight on horseback, and a castle under siege.

The Griffin Legends

Duty, honor, and loyalty will be put to the ultimate test.


The Griffin Legends by Mark Howard invites readers into a sweeping epic fantasy where ancient banners rise, destinies collide, and the fate of the realm hangs by a thread. Set in a richly imagined world steeped in legend and danger, this is a story where courage is forged in fire, and every choice carries lasting consequences.

At the heart of the tale is a young knight bound by duty, honor, and unwavering loyalty. Thrust into a brutal struggle for survival, he must face not only relentless enemies but the weight of expectation placed upon his shoulders. In a land where alliances fracture and darkness presses in from all sides, boyhood gives way to responsibility.

As battles rage across rolling plains, shadowed forests, and forgotten strongholds, Mark Howard crafts a world that echoes the grandeur and mythic depth of J.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Ancient powers stir, heroic legacies resurface, and the clash between light and darkness is both intimate and epic in scale.

Yet, these are more than a tale of swords and sorcery—it is a powerful coming-of-age journey. The young knight’s greatest challenge is not proving his bravery on the battlefield, but discovering the strength within himself to lead others when hope seems lost. Leadership, sacrifice, and self-discovery become weapons as vital as steel.

Howard’s storytelling blends vivid action with emotional depth, delivering moments of triumph, loss, and hard-earned wisdom. Every chapter builds tension and meaning, drawing readers deeper into a realm where loyalty is tested, and honor demands a price.

For fans of classic epic fantasy and character-driven adventure, The Griffin Legends is a must-read. It is a timeless story of rising to one’s destiny, standing firm in the face of darkness, and discovering that true heroism begins within.

Books in The Griffin Legends

Book cover featuring a snow-covered castle with towers and battlements, a knight on horseback holding a spear in the foreground, mountains in the background, and a dark sky with snowflakes. The title reads 'GODFREY'S CRUSADE' and the author's name is 'MARK HOWARD'.

GODFREY’S CRUSADE

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Book cover for 'Godfrey Under Siege' by Mark Howard, featuring a medieval scene with a knight with a blue cape standing on a castle wall, raising a sword, with a large army and snow-capped mountains in the background.
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PRAISE FOR THE GRIFFIN LEGENDS

  • This skilled story has everything a fantasy reader could ask for: monsters (human and otherwise), intrigue, romance, and the quest for true knighthood. It is highly recommended.

    Blue Ink Review

  • This fast-moving classic fantasy brings appealing life to a familiar tapestry.

    Book Life

  • This is a brilliant and sprawling adventure that will appeal to fans of fantasy that is heavy on magic and noble quests, for a stellar first entry in the series.

    Self-Publishing Review


Author

Mark Howard

Mark Howard lives in Ohio with his wife and four children. When he is not writing or taking care of his family, he enjoys reading, biking, playing board games, and going on other imaginative adventures. His Griffin Legends saga is making duty, honor, loyalty, and courage cool again!

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