Book 1 of a completed 7-book fantasy saga The Duke and Lilly Saga Step into a city where monsters, magic, and mayhem walk the same streets as bakers and blacksmiths—and meet the one man who makes a living cleaning it all up… His name? Duke Grandfather. His title? Nuisance Man. His job? Eliminating the “nuisances” that the City Watch can’t—or won’t—handle. Armed with wit as sharp as his weapon, Duke takes on ogres, goblins, witches, and more, all while navigating the blurred line between justice and survival. But Duke isn’t your typical sword-swinging hero—he’s sarcastic, reluctant, and just self-aware enough to realize that being a Nuisance Man might be more morally complicated than anyone admits. Tales of a Nuisance Man is part action, part comedy, and part old-fashioned fantasy adventure, told with a wink and a pint of ale. Fans of Terry Pratchett, Douglas Adams, and tongue-in-cheek storytelling will love Duke’s misadventures, where every monster fight comes with unexpected consequences—and usually a good laugh. Whether he’s running from an angry ogre, arguing with his grandson about ale, or stumbling into conspiracies bigger than he bargained for, Duke Grandfather proves that sometimes the best heroes are the ones who don’t take themselves too seriously. So pour yourself a drink, grab a seat by the fire, and get ready—because the Nuisance Man has a tale or two to tell, and you don’t want to miss them. Perfect for readers who crave: Fast-paced, irreverent fantasy adventures - A reluctant but lovable anti-hero - Humor mixed with danger and heart - A fresh spin on classic swords-and-sorcery Pick up Tales of a Nuisance Man today—and discover why sometimes, being a nuisance is the most heroic job of all. James Maxstadt lives in Burlington, NC, with his lovely wife Barbara, and their dog Manny. They own an old home, built in 1937, which they are slowly renovating room by room. James is doing all of the work, thanks to his father William, a home builder in upstate NY, who taught him the necessary skills. In addition to home renovation, James loves to read and write, with a particular fondness for fantasy and science-fiction, and counts Terry Pratchett, Glenn Cook, and of course, JRR Tolkien as major influences.