A Big Format Change
After much deliberation, I’ve decided to change the way my novel is going to be released. Instead of one large, single volume, it will be split into two books. There are many reasons for this decision, but mainly because:
At 190,000 words (650+ pages), it’s quite long, which might be daunting for some readers.
Printing and shipping such a hefty tome, even in paperback, is an expensive endeavour.
Stay tuned! I’ll be releasing the full titles of both books soon. 🙂
The Final Edit!
Okay…it’s official. The professional edit of ‘The Blackwater Prince’ is underway, courtesy of Leschenault Press.
I’m eagerly awaiting their feedback, but having a professional examine my prose in detail…scary!
Work on the cover will begin soon as well…exciting times ahead.
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Publishing Announcement
As you all know, the road to publishing my debut novel has been a long one with a few bumps along the way. However, I am now pleased to announce I’ve signed with a new publisher, Leschenault Press to assist me with publishing The Blackwater Prince under their Book Reality imprint.
Watch this space for updates as the publishing process progresses over the next few months and continue to join me on my journey to being a published author.
UPDATE
It’s been a while since my last post, and I apologise for that. There were issues with my publisher (which I won’t go into here) that have caused them to go into liquidation.
Unfortunately, this bad news means I will either have to find a new publisher, which may take some time, or soldier on and self-publish. While self-publishing is not ideal, I have learned quite a bit about it in the past few months, so it's definitely a viable option.
My plan is still to publish The Blackwater Prince in 2025, it’s just the timing may change as I have to decide on the path I'll follow. I sincerely hope you will stick around and continue to follow my journey to becoming a published author.
Onward and upward.
Books I’ve Read so far in 2024
Books I’ve Read so far in 2024
In the first half of 2024 I read 23 books!
I didn’t realise I’d read/listened to so many, though the audiobooks can stack up when you have an hour in the car per day travelling to and from work.
The highlights so far this year:
”Armour of Light” by Ken Follett (of course)
“Tuesdays with Morrie” by Mitch Albom
“Treasure and Dirt” (audio) by Chris Hammer
If you want to see the full list, go to my Reading page.
The Blackwater Prince - The Companion
She is the cousin and constant companion of the King’s only daughter, acting as friend, handmaiden and confidante.
Her position alongside the princess is controversial at best, hated at worst. Many a noble family would move heaven and earth for their daughter to be the lady-in-waiting to the princess, and most cannot understand why a girl of such lowly status holds such a lofty position.
She counts herself fortunate given the scandal surrounding her birth. She may have royal blood, but it counts for little. However, the royal family welcomed her from a young age where she and the princess grew up like sisters, much to the dismay of many members of the court.
Currently being schooled far from the capitol, their safe haven may not be so safe for much longer. She is young, barely fifteen, but she must find the courage to survive and protect the princess as the realm descends into chaos.