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Hello all, So I got a few emails, all asking the same question. Is this it? Will “Rule of One” be the final chapter in the Drakin series? Yes. The truth of the matter is that this series went on a lot longer than I had intended. Originally, I had only intended to write a trilogy. The original series was supposed to be, simply … Read More Drakin, is this it? #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi
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Hello all! Just wanted to provide a quick update! We are locked in for the September 1st release!!!! That’s right, ISBN information: Locked in. Copyright of all version: Locked in. Formatting checks: Passed. All authorizations: Done. Excited? I know I am. So let’s take a look at what’s coming: Book Interior: Yes, the story is complete. It’s been through editing, and its ready to … Read More Drakin, The Rule of One Status Update!!! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi
by Jim
Hello all! Just wanted to provide a quick update! So far, we’re on track for our September Release!!! So let’s take a look: Book Interior: Yes, the story is complete. It’s been through editing, and its ready to go! Book Legal: Complete Book Cover: Release Date: Right now, we’re on track, but that is still subject to change. October Surprises happen even outside of October. … Read More Drakin, The Rule of One Status Update!!! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi
by Jim
Hello all! Didn’t expect to hear from me so soon, I imagine! Well, great news!! The cover is complete and I am so thrilled to reveal it all to you today. This is one that was several months in the making and took quite a bit of planning. Drakin covers have always been a lot more simplistic, but given this is the final book … Read More Drakin, The Rule of One Cover Reveal!!! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi
by Jim
Hello all! Work has gone on for a while now. I wanted to provide a quick update as to where we stand at this point. I know I’ve kept you in the dark, but we’ve made a lot of progress in that time! So let’s take a look: Book Interior: Yes, the story is complete. It’s been through editing, and its ready to go! … Read More Drakin, The Rule of One Status Update!!! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi
by Jim
Hello all! Been a while and for that, I apologize, between losing a job, two new jobs, and a potential move, I haven’t had much time lately. Does that mean that I haven’t been chugging along to deliver you something sweet? Heh, you all know me better than that! So as you’ve probably guessed, during the insanity that is my life, I’ve been hard … Read More Drakin, New Book Announcement? Oh YES!!! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi
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Hello all! Hope everyone had a nice relaxing holiday and a wonderful new year!! I haven’t had a chance to share an update with you all in a long time and that is well overdue. I apologize for not doing this sooner. We’ve had a lot of changes happen on my end… a lot of changes which have affected my ability to write and … Read More New Book…Update! #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi
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What is it about the villain that’s so great? Why do we like villains so much… to the point where we want to see the villain more than the hero? Well originally, villains were just supposed to be a plot device. A simple element that was used to create a plot. There was no rhyme or reason to it. The villain was just a … Read More The Villain #Fantasy #Fiction #Advice
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III Gilles took the helm as Baltazar was lifted off the deck, “Alright men, you heard the general! Our people need a diversion to get them to Paeles, it’s up to us to make sure they get it. Mr. Morgan, run up the guns and be ready to fire as soon as we’re in […]
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Don’t be afraid to mix and merge. So you have a fairly successful series going, but now you’re experiencing writers block. You have fragments of two or three sequels written, but don’t know where to take them. You’ve even considered starting on a third, but haven’t gotten anywhere with it. You really like the first two and would love to continue one of them, … Read More Author’s Advice Pt. 11
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Taking criticism…. So there are a couple different types of criticism that I’d like to go over; Positive criticism: This type of criticism is when a friend, family member, or other person gives you there opinion on something you’ve done in the hopes of helping you improve your work. It is well-meaning, and often quite useful. This is the type where you have to realize … Read More Author Advice Pt. 7
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III There was a loud splash and suddenly the world came back into view. Their boat was only a few feet away from the entrance to the cave. Papi and Baltazar rowed the boat back out into open water. Where, to their misfortune, the galleass was waiting. The Le Terrible’s captain had apparently seen […]
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