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Editing Through Man Flu: The Prince and the Fool | Author Diary, March 13, 2026

Still feeling unwell, so I’ve focused on editing The Prince and the Fool (70k so far) ahead of a professional edit. Also reading book six of Dungeon Crawler Carl, which hasn’t hooked me yet.

I’m still feeling under the weather this week, so instead of drafting I’ve been focusing on editing.

I’ve been working through  The Prince and the Fool (Ravenglass Legends, Book 4) to prepare the manuscript for a professional edit next month.

I’m now around 70,000 words into the edit, so if all goes well I should have the manuscript finished early next week.

On the reading front, I’ve moved onto the sixth Dungeon Crawler Carl book. I absolutely loved book five, but so far this one isn’t quite grabbing me in the same way.

Spring Virus, Silent Watcher Edits, and a Lisa Jewell Thriller | Author Diary, March 6, 2026

A slower week thanks to a spring virus. I worked through edits on The Silent Watcher and read Don’t Let Him In by Lisa Jewell, a gripping psychological thriller.

This week’s been a quieter one as I’ve been under the weather with a spring virus.

Even so, I’ve been working through the edits for The Silent Watcher, making progress on polishing the manuscript.

I’ve also been doing some reading and picked up Don’t Let Him In by Lisa Jewell, which was a gripping psychological thriller.

Not the most energetic week, but still moving things forward behind the scenes.

Starting Four of Swords, Revisiting The Good Place, and New Thriller Ideas | Author Diary, February 27, 2026

Started writing Four of Swords, re-watching The Good Place, and developing a new thriller inspired by Influenced. Plus thoughts on hitting a reading lull with Dungeon Crawler Carl.

This week I’ve started work on Four of Swords as I continue with The Ravenglass Chronicles.

It’s always exciting to begin a new instalment and see where the story leads next.

I’ve also begun re-watching The Good Place with my son, which has been a lot of fun revisiting together.

On the reading front, I talk about flagging a little with Dungeon Crawler Carl—still enjoyable, but I may take a short break before continuing.

I’ve also been developing a new psychological thriller, inspired by one of my short stories from Influenced, and exploring where that idea might lead.

Silent Watcher Edits Done, Deftones Live, and More Dungeon Crawler Carl | Author Diary, February 20, 2026

Final edits of The Silent Watcher are done and it’s off to the editor. Cover revealed soon on Patreon from March 2. Plus Deftones live in Manchester and more Dungeon Crawler Carl reading.

This week I completed my final edits of The Silent Watcher and have now sent it off for a professional edit.
I’ve also received the cover, and I’m looking forward to starting to post chapters on Patreon from March 2.
Outside of writing, I went to see Deftones in Manchester—an excellent gig with a set leaning more into their shoegaze/epic rock side, which was perfect for me.
On the reading front, I’m now onto the third Dungeon Crawler Carl book and still thoroughly enjoying its wacky, grimdark world.

Finished Three of Swords, Back to Guild of Assassins, and More Dungeon Crawler Carl | Author Diary, February 13, 2026

Finished Three of Swords, made progress on Guild of Assassins Book 4, and started the second Dungeon Crawler Carl. A busy and productive week of writing and reading.

This week, I wrapped up Three of Swords (The Ravenglass Chronicles, Part 24)and moved straight onto writing a few chapters of Guild of Assassins Book 4.

It’s been great shifting gears between projects while keeping the momentum going.

On the reading front, I’ve jumped into the second Dungeon Crawler Carl book, and I’m thoroughly enjoying the ride so far. Safe to say, the series has me hooked.

A productive week all round—on the page and off it.

Three of Swords, Running Blind, and Loving Dungeon Crawler Carl | Author Diary – February 6, 2026

60% through Three of Swords, loving Dungeon Crawler Carl, and starting Couch to 5K with my wife as my sighted guide. Writing progress, reading joy, and a new running challenge.

This week I’ve been making strong progress on Three of Swords (The Ravenglass Chronicles, Part 24), reaching around 60% of the draft.

It’s always a great feeling when a story starts accelerating towards the final stretch.

I’ve also been reading Dungeon Crawler Carl, which I’m enjoying immensely—fast, funny, and brilliantly inventive.

On a personal note, I’ve started the Couch to 5K running programme. As someone who is legally blind, this is a new challenge, but my wife has trained as a sighted guide, so we’re tackling it together. It’s early days, but I’m excited to see where the journey leads.

Finished Two of Swords, Started Three of Swords | Author Diary, January 30, 2026

Finished writing Two of Swords and kicked off Three of Swords. I also share thoughts on Dark Matter by Blake Crouch—well worth a read if you like twisty sci-fi thrillers.

This week I finished writing Two of Swords and started work on Three of Swords, continuing my return to The Ravenglass Chronicles.

I also enjoyed reading Dark Matter by Blake Crouch.

In exciting news, The Ravenglass Throne: Parts 5–8 boxed set is out today on Kindle and paperback.

And if you’ve not started the series yet, Parts 1–4 is free on Kindle until February 1.

Get you copy.

Working on Two of Swords and Embracing Smart Tech | Author Diary, January 23, 2026

Nearly finished Two of Swords! This week I talk writing progress and how Meta’s smart glasses are helping me navigate the world as a visually impaired author.

This week I’ve nearly finished Two of Swords, with just three chapters left to draft.

I also share my thoughts on using Meta’s smart glasses and how they’re proving surprisingly useful for someone like me with a visual impairment.

Broken Wings Launch | The Ravenglass Throne Part Ten Now Available on Kindle Unlimited

Broken Wings, Part Ten of The Ravenglass Throne, is out now on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited, as the hidden conflict erupts into open war and the sisters face impossible choices.

I am pleased to announce the release of Broken Wings (The Ravenglass Throne: Part Ten) on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

This episode marks the moment when the conflict can no longer be contained.

What began as hidden pressure and quiet manipulation breaks into open war.

Nothing remains theoretical.

The Guardians move without disguise.

Wyverns are turned into weapons.

Riders are stripped of choice and reduced to instruments of control.

The Kingdom is no longer bracing for impact.

It is already burning.

Elana must rally allies who no longer trust one another.

Irmin fights a brutal battle in the sky, knowing every decision costs lives.

Adelinde reaches for power she barely understands, risking herself to hold the line.

The sisters have always been stronger together.

This time, unity demands sacrifice rather than comfort.

Broken Wings drives the series toward its endgame, where survival depends as much on trust as strength.

Broken Wings is available now on Kindle.

It is also included with Kindle Unlimited.

This is Part Ten of The Ravenglass Throne and is best read as part of the ongoing series.

Thank you to everyone who has followed the story this far.

The final chapters are close now.

Get your copy.

Secret Project Revealed: The Ravenglass Chronicles Returns! | Author Diary, January 16, 2026

The Ravenglass Chronicles is back! This week I reveal my secret project, post Ace of Swords to Patreon, try Meta’s Smart Glasses for vision aid, and talk about finishing Stranger Things.

This week I reveal my long-hinted secret project—I’m back writing The Ravenglass Chronicles!

The first two chapters of Ace of Swords is now live on Patreon, and I’m deep into Two of Swords.

I also tried out Meta’s Smart Glasses, a game-changer for accessibility, and share my thoughts on the Stranger Things finale.