Paragon Exordium is an easy-to-read character-driven fantasy novel that combines classic magical elements with a modern-day setting full of non-stop action, world-building, and high stakes. -In Paragon, Georgia, the battle for survival has begun.  After the Shattering, everything changes. When technology falters, the remnants of humanity must unite against an onslaught of creatures beyond their wildest imaginings. Basilisk, orcs, elves, dwarves, and other terrifying creatures now populate the planet.   With the creatures causing havoc, strangers are forced to join forces. Private military officer Peter Blair grapples with enigmatic dreams brought on by a black sword, and his inability to save everyone. While journalism student Sarah Young discovers newfound magical powers and the responsibility they bring. With refugees flooding in and danger on the rise, Peter and Sarah must embrace their new reality or risk surrendering Earth to the Fae - losing everything they hold dear.   Fans of The Walking Dead and Lord of the Rings will be enticed by this genre-bending epic that rings with themes of survival, sacrifice, and self-discovery.  After 6 years of writing/editing, Mikel and David have completed the first installment in their Apocalyptic Epic Military Fantasy. A story like no other. "I rarely read fiction, but this book sucked me in. I stayed up too late many nights just waiting to see what was next. It was a thrill ride with rich characters and action that makes you feel like you're right there. I finished it a few weeks ago and I miss the characters. I can't wait for the next one." "This first novel by Mikel Melwasul combines the apocalyptic survival themes of Walking Dead with the fantasy elements of Lord of the Rings without ripping them off. I read this as a Beta reader and I can't wait for a second installment. If you enjoyed either of the afore mentioned genres you definitely have to give this series (I hope) a try. You won't regret it." "I read Paragon Exordium as a Beta-reader and absolutely loved it! I cannot wait for this book to be here! The story is both apocalyptic and fantasy woven together beautifully. It is a unique story with intriguing characters that I really fell in love with! A Must Read!!" The oldest of five boys, Mikel usually goes by "Mik" (as in Jagger). He developed a love for fantasy at a young age when his father read The Hobbit and The Chronicles of Narnia to him before bed. At an early age, Mik was diagnosed with minor cerebral palsy and essential tremors, for which he underwent years of physical therapy. He grew up in Maryland, D.C, and GA and was regularly moving. Moving out at 18, he earned a degree in criminal justice while supporting himself and working full-time. He met his future wife in college, and after graduation, his wife started teaching English. Mik spent time working on a farm, then an airport, and now works with a background check company in South GA, all the while pursuing his love of fantasy and writing.