Saint Augustine, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/18/2014 -- While most new authors rush to get their debut release on the virtual shelves, screenwriter Ron Kivett knows the value of diligent research and development. In fact, Kivett’s debut novel has been twenty-years in the making, and the results show with gusto.

‘Knights of the Karrien Moon’ is volume one of ‘The Journal of Burton Thomas’ series. Readers are whisked to a far-off alien world for an adventure that transcends traditional Sci-Fi adventure to weave action, romance and mystery in a way that only a veteran screenwriter could.

Synopsis
Knights of the Karrien Moon, A Science Fiction Adventure Novel Based on The Journal of Burton Thomas: Escape to the post-apocalyptic world of Karrz with Burton Thomas. One moment Burton is photographing an archeological dig in the jungles of Brazil, and the next he finds himself transported to the deceptively beautiful yet hostile alien planet of Karrz where his very survival is in question. When Burton finds what passes for civilization, he encounters a creature lunging at Bel Jeucur, the country's ruler. Burton saves Bel Jeucur from the jaws of the beast and is severely injured. To top it off, he is rewarded for his courage by being placed under house arrest. To gain his freedom, Burton must prove himself in the arena. He bests every ruthless animal that is sent to destroy him, giving him the right to challenge the very throne itself – and he does, and wins!

But Burton would have none of it. His freedom meant more to him than that. Being a king could wait; there was a princess that must be saved and a world to be discovered. The Jessa Hollian Reeaia, the first daughter of Niija Koul, the ruler of Anthrasan, has been captured and sold into slavery. When the Jessa’s loyal lieutenant, Ho Camov, appeals to Burton Thomas for help, a valiant rescue mission is undertaken. Once found, they will span half a planet to get her home. The quest for the Jessa will prove to be a life and death adventure presenting new friends, new enemies, and planting the seeds for a forbidden love. Knights of the Karrien Moon is a science fiction adventure which takes place on an alien world ripe with dangerous creatures and beautiful landscapes --the result of an ancient global war. Its characters are complex, yet familiar and will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading it. This fast-paced adventure is the first book in Ron Kivett’s The Journal of Burton Thomas series.

“This is a fast passed and intricate plot, and one that readers find themselves immersed in,” explains Kivett, who was also a photographer at Cape Canaveral for the launches of Apollo 8-12 and Apollo 14 and 17. “The story, character and location development spanned twenty years of my life, which certainly bucks the trend of today’s new author.”

Continuing, “Book two is in the works and, while I can’t say too much yet, the plot’s ancient global war will be wreaking much more havoc. Stay tuned!”

As mentioned, this first book has garnered an abundance of praise and averages an impressive 4.9* on Amazon. For example, Joyce Richardson comments, “If you are looking for a good engaging adventure story by a new writer you will be glad you discovered “Knights of the Karrien Moon” by Ron Kivett. While his protagonist Burton Thomas starts out as an inquisitive, mild mannered photographer who is accompanying his friends on an archeological dig, Burton soon finds himself in a totally different and unexpected world that both excites his curiosity and challenges his strengths and perceptions. Ron Kivett not only spins a good tale, he is quite the wordsmith as he does and this most certainly makes for a good read that keeps you absorbed and wanting more.”

Arthur Browning adds, “As busy as am I could not put down this book. The writer keeps you involved from the very first moment. I would recommend this book for anyone to read; it's enjoyment beyond belief. I can't wait for the sequel. Would make a great movie.”

Cindy D. felt the book equally as hard to put down, writing, “I had trouble putting it down. If you are looking for a great escape from everyday reality, you can't go wrong with this one. I am looking forward to Mr. Kivett's next book to find out what else waits for his characters in this unusual and complex world they inhabit!”

‘Knights of the Karrien Moon’ is available now: http://amzn.to/1rvgDiU. For more information, visit the author’s official website: http://www.authorronkivett.com.

About Ron Kivett
Ron came from modest beginnings, growing up on a farm in rural Indiana. Reading and writing were difficult for him, making school a struggle. Later, he would learn that he was dyslexic. He had to find his own way and taught himself how to read. The first book Ron was able to read from cover to cover was the Mastermind of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs. It is no accident that his readers tell him his writing is reminiscent of Burroughs. Ron first started his filmmaking career when he was a freshman in high school, winning a blue ribbon for photography. In the many years after high school, he has written treatments for such television shows as Wonder Woman, Salvage One, Battlestar Gallactica, and Fantasy Island, and he has produced two episodes of That's Incredible. Ron was the chief investigator and co-producer of a UFO documentary syndicated by CBS for cable television release. He wrote the screenplay for Zaat, a locally produced monster movie that premiered in 1972 and is still playing somewhere in the world tonight. (If you are curious, watch the alternate title Bloodwaters of Doctor Z on Mystery Science Theater 3000.) In addition to co-writing the screenplay, Ron designed and built the monster costume, acted as the technical director, and shot most of the underwater footage in the film. Ron has written and produced a radio show called Tales of Strange Things. He also served as executive producer of Your Wildest Dreams, directing and writing four episodes of the television series. Ron is most proud of the opportunity to create Your Wildest Dreams. It gave some very talented young people an opportunity to showcase their talents in this field, leading to bigger and better opportunities for many of the kids. They produced 13 episodes of quality work. And some of those young people have now gone on to do great things. Look up William (Bill) Boston in IMDb and you'll see how successful some of them have become.