🏰 Progress on The Ravenglass Throne & My First Contest! | Author Diary – January 17, 2025 📚✨

This week, I’ve been making slow progress on The Ravenglass Throne—I’m now just three chapters away from finishing Book 7.

The story is heating up, and I can’t wait to share it with you.

I’ve also been enjoying The Diplomat on Netflix. It’s a gripping show full of political intrigue, and it’s been a nice way to recharge between writing sessions.

For the first time ever, I’m running a contest!

You could win a year of free access to my Patreon’s Hero Tier, where you can enjoy exclusive chapters, updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

🎉 Win a Free Year of Patreon Hero Tier Membership! 🎉

I’m excited to announce a viral giveaway with five chances to win a full year of my Hero Tier on Patreon, worth $119.88! 

What You’ll Get as a Hero Tier Member:

– Early access to chapters of my current projects (The Ravenglass ThroneGuild of Assassins, and Hunters). 

– Exclusive short stories and novellas not publishes anywhere else. 

– Weekly author diary videos. 

– A community of like-minded readers s and much more! 

How to Enter:

1. Join as a free member on my Patreon.

2. Earn bonus entries by: 

  – Sharing this giveaway on your social media. 

  – Following me on Facebook, YouTube, BookBub, and Amazon.

 Each action gives you an additional entries, so the more you share and follow, the better your chances! 

– The giveaway ends January 31, 2025, and winners will be notified shortly after. 

Don’t miss this chance to unlock a year of exclusive content, early access to my stories, and a front-row seat to my creative journey. 

 Start your entries now and good luck! 

 Thank you for your support, and I can’t wait to welcome five lucky winners to the Hero Tier! 

– Jon  

Upcoming Patreon Release Schedule

Here’s what you can expect from my Patreon over the coming weeks:

  • The Ravenglass Throne (epic fantasy serial): New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
  • Blade of Sorrows (Guild of Assassins, book 3): Raw manuscript chapters posted every Tuesday and Thursday.
  • Hunters (space Western side project): New episodes every Sunday.
  • Short Stories: Occasionally posted on Saturdays.
  • Weekly Author Diary Video: Uploaded every Friday.

It’s a packed schedule with something for everyone. Thank you for your incredible support—I can’t wait to share these stories with you!

– Jon

The Ravenglass Throne is here – the epic fantasy adventure begins now!

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve now started posting chapters of my new epic fantasy serial, The Ravenglass Throne, on Patreon!

Set centuries before the events of Ravenglass Legends and The Ravenglass Chronicles, this story follows three sisters thrust into a deadly game of politics and power after their father’s assassination.

Meet Irmin, the military commander determined to find her father’s killers at any cost; Adelinde, the scholar who discovers a terrifying threat to the magical foundations of the Kingdom; and Elana, the diplomat navigating treacherous political waters while dealing with her visual impairment.

When their father, the King, is murdered during a public ceremony, these three very different sisters must unite to uncover a conspiracy that threatens not just their family, but the entire Kingdom.

Someone is corrupting the ravenglass—the mysterious substance that powers their civilisation’s bond with wyverns.

As external enemies circle and internal treachery spreads, each sister must use her unique skills to prevent their world from shattering.

Expect political intrigue, complex family dynamics, magical mysteries, and of course, wyverns!

While The Ravenglass Throne stands completely on its own, readers familiar with my other Ravenglass stories might spot some interesting connections and answers to long-standing questions.

The first chapter is available now, with new chapters releasing every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on Patreon.

Come join us as we unravel the mysteries of The Ravenglass Throne!

This week on Patreon (December 28, 2024-January 4, 2025)

Here’s what’s new on Patreon this week:

For Paid Members:

  • The final two chapters of Forged in Blood (Guild of Assassins, Book 2)—don’t miss the thrilling conclusion!
  • Chapter 8 of Hunters, my space Western side project.

For Free Members:

Three exciting short stories are now live:

  • To Grip the Bright White Chains—the story that inspired my Wasteland series.
  • Lord Sidebottom and the Clockwork Cadavers—a steampunk zombie mash-up full of adventure.
  • Artificial—a sci-fi tale exploring the boundaries of AI.

Whether you’re catching the conclusion of Forged in Blood or enjoying some short fiction, there’s plenty to dive into this week.

Join me on Patreon now!

Thank you for being part of this journey!
Jon

Lord Sidebottom and the Clockwork Cadavers (A Steampunk Story)

When Professor Victor Stein promises to revolutionise science by conquering death itself, Lord Sidebottom, a gentleman inventor, expects an evening of scientific curiosity.

What he finds instead is a mechanical monstrosity—and a scheme more sinister than he could have imagined.

 As reanimated corpses powered by steam and galvanic energy wreak havoc, it’s up to Sidebottom to stop Stein from unleashing an undead army upon London.

Witty, daring, and armed with ingenious contraptions, Sidebottom must match wits with a madman to save the day.

Here’s what’s coming up on Patreon in 2025

We’re almost at the end of Forged in Blood (Guild of Assassins, Book 2), and as soon as that wraps up, I’ll start posting Blade of Sorrows (Guild of Assassins, Book 3). Expect all the dark, intense, and morally complex storytelling you’ve come to enjoy.

I’ll also be pulling The Knight and Rebel from Patreon as it’s heading to Kindle Unlimited! But don’t worry—Patreon members will get an advance review copy before the KU launch, so keep an eye out for that!

And now, for the big announcement: In January, I’ll begin releasing a brand-new epic fantasy serial, The Ravenglass Throne.

Here’s the blurb:
Three sisters. One murdered king. A kingdom balanced on the edge of destruction.
The king is dead, assassinated before he could name an heir.
Now his daughters—the warrior, the diplomat, and the scholar—must piece together a conspiracy that threatens not just their throne, but the very magic that maintains their civilisation.
As the bonds between riders and wyverns begin to unravel, they race against time to expose a plot centuries in the making.
Failure means more than losing a crown—it means watching their entire world collapse.
Yet in a court where every ally could be an enemy, even sisters might not be able to trust each other.

The Ravenglass Throne is packed with political intrigue, aerial combat, and the unbreakable power of sisterhood. Perfect for fans of richly drawn fantasy worlds, family drama, and magic that comes at a cost.

I’ll be posting three chapters per week starting in January, so get ready for an exciting year ahead!

Thanks for your continued support—you’re the reason I get to bring these stories to life!

Jon

To Grip the Bright White Chains (A Wasteland story)

In a world choked by decay, Elsie has carved out a haven amidst the ruins—a garden of colour and hope.

But in a life where survival means trading drugs for forgotten treasures, can one act of kindness spark the change she craves?

When two street-hardened children stumble into her sanctuary, Elsie faces a choice: let them go or teach them to dream again.

This week on Patreon (December 22-28)

It’s been a busy week filled with festive stories and plenty of updates for both paid and free members!

For Paid Members:

  • The 8th and final chapter of Niamh’s Journey, along with the audio version of the full novella.
  • Episode 8 of Hunters, my space Western side project.
  • Chapters 17 and 18 of Forged in Blood (Guild of Assassins, Book 2).

For Free Members:

  • Santa Versus Zombies, now available with an audio version.
  • Lord Sidebottom and the Christmas Caper, with a festive audio rendition.
  • The Tree—a heartwarming Wasteland Christmas story.
  • To Grip the Bright White Chains—another story set in the Wasteland universe.

There’s something for everyone this week, from holiday-themed tales to thrilling new chapters. Thank you for your continued support, and I hope you enjoy this week’s stories!

Join me on Patreon now!

– Jon

P.S. You can use the promo code RAVENGLASS to get 50 percent off your first month’s subscription on an tier!

Santa Versus Zombies! (A Zombie Comedy Christmas Story)

When zombies crash the mall’s Christmas festivities, a jaded mall Santa must trade his gift list for a weapon and lead a ragtag group of survivors to safety.

Facing hordes of techno-infected undead and malfunctioning decorations, Frank discovers that sometimes the greatest Christmas magic comes from believing in yourself—even if you’re wearing a polyester beard.