πŸ“– Edits, Prequels, and Zombie Tales | Author Diary – November 1, 2024 πŸŽ…πŸ§Ÿ

Dive into this week’s Author Diary as I tackle a variety of writing projects, from editing a sequel to revisiting a prequel, and even venturing into festive zombie territory!

πŸ“ Editing “Forged in Blood”:

I’m deep into the editing process for “Forged in Blood,” the second book in the Guild of Assassins series. It’s always a detailed task to refine the narrative, enhance character development, and ensure the plot twists keep readers on the edge of their seats. This stage is crucial for bringing the polished version of the story to life.

πŸ“š Revisiting “Scoundrels”:

After a year, I’ve returned to “Scoundrels,” a prequel to the Dawn of Assassins series. Diving back into this story is like reconnecting with an old friend and rediscovering their secrets. It’s fascinating to explore the backstory that sets the stage for the events and dynamics in the main series.

πŸŽ… Writing “Santa Versus Zombies”:

In a lighter, more whimsical vein, I penned a short story titled “Santa Versus Zombies.” This festive, fun piece provided a great creative outlet, blending the cheer of the holiday season with the thrill of a zombie apocalypse. It was a delightful project that offered a humorous break from my more intense writing.

πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Completing “Niamh’s Journey”:

 I also wrapped up “Niamh’s Journey,” a side story in the Punks Versus Zombies series. Finishing this narrative provided closure for a thread that added depth and perspective to the main storyline.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on handling multiple projects, or your experiences with returning to a story after a long break.

Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights and updates from my journey through worlds both deadly and whimsical!

Jon’s author diary – December 15, 2023 #amwriting

It’s been a week full of writing, refining, and some fascinating reading. Join me as I delve into the progress of my current projects, tackle the art of book descriptions, and explore intriguing new literary horizons.

πŸ“š Welcome to this week’s Author Diary! πŸ“š

What’s in Store This Week:

πŸ”ͺ Working on “Scoundrels”
I’ve been immersed in developing my thief fantasy novel, “Scoundrels.” This novel is a prequel to “Dawn of Assassins,” featuring the same beloved characters but set before the events of the original story.

πŸ“˜ Crafting the Book Description for “The Fall of Wolfsbane”
Condensing a 108,000-word novel into a 120-word book description is no small feat! This week, I’ve been chiselling away at the book description for “The Fall of Wolfsbane.” I’ll discuss the challenges of distilling a complex narrative into a brief yet compelling summary.

πŸ“– Reading Highlights
My reading list this week has been quite diverse. I’ve dived into “TerrorTome” by Garth Marenghi, a horror parody novel that’s as entertaining as it is clever, and “Mud Ride” by Steve Turner, an exploration of the grunge band Mudhoney. I’ll share my thoughts on these reads and how they’ve influenced my thinking.

πŸŒ‘ Discovering Nobledark Fantasy
I’ve recently stumbled upon the fantasy sub-genre ‘nobledark.’ This discovery has been a revelation, as it perfectly encapsulates the thematic essence of my writing: flawed heroes navigating tough circumstances guided by their personal moral compasses. I’ll talk about how this genre resonates with my work and my future explorations in this realm.