William Reid Books
William Reid Books
Author of Rapture
Ether & Nihil Book One
An indigenous Fox shaman, an Etherslinging bounty hunter and a Holy Cardinal seek a list of True Names that could change the course of Newstead’s Civil War. They brave clockwork mechs, lightning rail assassins and a brutal frontier marshal while fleeing the Rapture, a malevolent force spreading over the land. And they may survive just to kill each other for the prize.
If you love Deadwood, Unforgiven, Mistborn and Final Fantasy, Rapture is the epic steampunk wild west fantasy you've always yearned for but never had… until now. Coming in 2026!
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About William Reid
William Reid lives in Seattle, Washington with his wife, two kids in high school and middle school, two doodles that are too smart for their own good and two cats who are assholes.
He captivates with tales of epic fantasy, dark weird west steampunk, and thrilling science fiction, featuring rich world-building, unique magic systems, and vibrant characters. Bookmark this page for updates on Rapture, artwork, blogs and exclusive sneak peeks! Join my newsletter to stay connected with fans and access exclusive content. Let’s make magic together!