Read Blade of Sorrows First on Patreon – Join the Adventure

Join Soren’s journey in Blade of Sorrows, Book 3 of the Guild of Assassins series, exclusively on Patreon. Get early access, behind-the-scenes insights, and bonus stories. Join now and use code RAVENGLASS for 50% off your first month!

Exciting News! I’ve started posting Blade of Sorrows, Book 3 in the Guild of Assassins series, exclusively on Patreon!

In this latest installment, we follow Soren deeper into the Guild’s shadows as he grapples with the price of power and the weight of impossible choices.

What begins as a test of loyalty becomes a journey that will challenge everything he thought he knew about himself and the dark organization he serves.

If you’re new to the series, you can start with Book 1 (Guild of Assassins) on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited. Book 2 (Forged in Blood) is available in the Collections tab on my Patreon.

Special Offer: Join before June 1, 2025, using promo code RAVENGLASS to get 50% off your first month at any tier!

Visit: patreon.com.joncronshawauthor

Your Patreon subscription includes:

– Early access to Blade of Sorrows chapters,

– Exclusive short stories set in the Ravenglass Universe (and beyond,

– Access to The Ravenglass Throne serial – a new story exploring different corners of the Ravenglass Universe,

– Behind-the-scenes insights into the writing process.

Don’t miss out on this dark fantasy series where magic comes with a price, loyalty is tested in blood, and every choice has consequences that echo through the darkness.

Join us in the shadows. The Guild is waiting.

📚 Draft Completion & Delving into New Reads | Author Diary – November 22, 2024 🖋️📖

Join me in this week’s Author Diary as I celebrate a major milestone in my writing journey and share my current literary indulgence.

📘 Finishing “Blade of Sorrows”:

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve completed the draft of “Blade of Sorrows,” the third book in the Guild of Assassins series.

📖 Current Reading:

As I take a brief pause from writing to recharge, I’ve started reading “Ezzrahdon” by Michael J. Sullivan. It’s proving to be an engaging read, filled with the compelling storytelling and rich character development.

📅 Looking Ahead:

With “Blade of Sorrows” now in draft completion, my focus will soon shift towards the editing process, a critical step in preparing the book for its journey to the readers.

I’d love to hear about your experiences with completing big projects or the books that currently captivate you. How do you transition from intense writing phases to other creative or leisure activities?

Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more weekly insights and updates from my author’s life!

🍂 Navigating Seasonal Challenges & Diving into New Stories | Author Diary – November 10, 2024 📚🖋️

This week’s Author Diary touches on managing seasonal affective disorder while progressing on exciting literary fronts.

🌨️ Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder:

As November rolls in, so does my annual encounter with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It’s a familiar challenge by now, and understanding what to expect helps me navigate it more effectively. While SAD does pose its difficulties, recognising the symptoms early allows me to adjust my schedule and self-care routines to maintain productivity and well-being.

📖 Starting “Blade of Sorrows”:

In terms of writing, I’ve begun drafting “Blade of Sorrows,” the third book in the Guild of Assassins series. I’m currently 15,000 words in, about 25% through the manuscript. Diving back into this dark, intricate world is exhilarating, and the initial chapters are shaping up to bring more thrilling twists and deep character explorations.

📚 Reading Insights:

My reading this week included “Opus” by Gareth Gore, a deep dive into the enigmatic world of Opus Dei. The book provides an intriguing glimpse into the inner workings and controversies surrounding this Catholic institution. Additionally, I’m about halfway through “The Damnation of Power” from the Horus Heresy series, which continues to expand on the epic saga with intense conflicts and rich, detailed lore.

📅 Looking Ahead:

Despite the challenges posed by SAD, I remain committed to my writing goals and literary explorations. The support and understanding of the writing community also play a crucial role in managing these seasonal hurdles.

I’d love to hear from you about how you cope with seasonal changes or manage personal challenges while keeping up with creative or professional commitments.

Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more weekly updates from my author’s life and the ongoing journey through worlds both real and imagined!

Jon Cronshaw Guild of Assassins dark assassin fantasy novel