Drew Bankston
Award Winning Author
The Imagination Stone
Genre: Fantasy
If you found a stone whose magic could change your life, how would you use its power?
Michelangelo did his best work in Rome. Some people believe in a magical stone he found on his journey from Florence to Rome, a stone that was said to have the power to release his inner imagination. He returned the stone to the same place he had discovered it, a place steeped in mystery and magic, before returning to Florence.
At the brink of despair, Tom Parker recalls Michelangelo's tale and stumbles upon a stone of similar legend. He yearns to harness its power to resurrect his failing business and win the love of his life. But just as he is about to deliver the speech that could turn his advertising company's fate, the stone is snatched away, and Tom's mind goes blank, forgetting the best presentation he had ever conceived. Will he recover the stone? Will he salvage his business and win the girl?
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Book 2 of the Tokorel series, “Tokorel,” continues the adventures of Linsora Anselm and Permac Sudé. Linsora leaves her home world of Khizara in search of Permac and peace between her home and Tokorel. Will Linsora's journey to Tokorel, under the watchful eye of her enemy, be a safe one? And how will the planet of Tokorel, after two centuries of animosity, receive her?Linsora is chosen to visit the home of her people’s enemy as an ambassador, offering to mend 200 years of hostility between them. But how will she be received by these people whom the Khizaran regard as the embodiment of evil?Her purpose is twofold. She must try to establish peaceful relations and, at the same time, locate her lost lover, whom she fears is captured or dead.With numerous obstacles in her path, will Linsora manage to escape Tokorel unscathed? Will she be able to reunite with Permac, the man she cherishes above all?The prophecy, which predicts the arrival of a savior who will unite both worlds, seems to align with Linsora. However, she remains skeptical, hoping it’s not her. But could an entire planet come to see her as the one who will bring their leader’s visions to life?
Genre: Science Fiction
Genre: Science Fiction
Book One in the Tokorel Series
Linsora Anselm is a Khizaran archeologist. She “hears” voices from the past, making her perfect for the job, but she’s stuck in prison after sticking up for her principles—that is, until a mysterious individual pays the guards to help her escape. How will she react when she discovers her champion is the devil incarnate?
When Permac breaks Linsora out of prison, he can’t understand why. He’s drawn to her… but she threatened to kill him more than once because she doesn’t trust his ability to sense and influence emotions. She believes he and his race are evil, and she could be right.
Forced together, they journey through the cosmos in search of historical facts they (and the rest of the galaxy) thought were correct. They discover pockets of truth on faraway planets—as well as a 200-year-old prophecy that seems to intertwine Linsora and Permacs’ destinies.
Through a galaxy of fate, love, deception, and the unknown, Permac and Linsora must learn to trust each other to protect their two worlds. Otherwise, the prophecy says war will annihilate everything in its path.
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Discover "Lines of Force - The Weekend Adventures of Andrew Barton," an exhilarating tale from Author Drew Bankston! Dive into Andrew Barton's thrilling weekend escapades, perfectly crafted for those who crave excitement and intrigue. Join Andrew on his unforgettable journey that promises to captivate and inspire.
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Genre: Science Fiction
Genre: Fantasy
Discover "Sounds of Tomorrow," an enthralling new release from Author Drew Bankston, available now at Amazon. Meet Jessi O’Donnell, your average high school teenager with a passion for martial arts that boosts her confidence and fitness. But how does it change her life when she can suddenly hear the sounds of future events? The future sound of a murder takes Jessi on a 24 hour thrill ride you won't believe! Jessi's life takes an extraordinary turn, challenging everything she thought she knew. Dive into this captivating story that blends the everyday with the extraordinary and see how Jessi's secret abilities reshape her world.
When Drew was seven years old, he discovered the wonderful world of reading fantasy and science fiction. The first book that captivated him was "The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe" by C.S. Lewis. The more he read from this and other books, the more the key turned to unlock his imagination. ​He started writing in second grade, producing original stories and audiobooks on tape and sharing them with his classmates. He was hooked!​
More than 60 years later, Drew continues to write and publish and has started narrating his works for Audible.​
Drew currently lives in Northern Colorado with his wife and two dogs. He loves to garden, and even though he still works full-time, he writes as often as he can. His goal is to release three books per year for everyone's enjoyment. While he focuses on fiction, Drew has also created non-fiction works. Check out his current selection below!
Reviews
It’s books like this that proves again and again how feasible it is to create new worlds, new culture, new races, and new twists to the already long-established themes about divided worlds and good vs evil...Overall, I’m giving this book 5 out of 5 stars for its well-developed characters, well-depicted plot, well-described setting, and most especially for instilling values and wisdom about cultural differences and the importance of change.
Reviewed by Shey Santos Writer/Editor
Overall, Khizara is a highly recommended read for science fiction and space opera fans everywhere.
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
The characters are deeply developed and insightfully portrayed; the world-building is strong, and the overarching theme (of allegedly attempting to garner peace in the universe) holds potential for powerful social commentary.
Reviewed by Blue Ink Review May 2023
