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This one is courtesy of reading_fox
Since I started writing, my actual reading has decreased – ironic, no?
Other authors I’ve really enjoyed: Christopher Paolini, Ken Follet, Stephen King, and some Robert Jordan. Speaking as an author – I must say the detail Jordan goes into is astounding. I would love to see his notes surrounding WOT. I know mine that I use to keep things straight are extensive; his must be a number of volumes by themself.
Regarding if I plan writing more books: Absolutely. Although, that was not the original plan. A little explanation is in order:
First, the ‘official’ title of the book is Progeny; subtitled The Children of the White Lions. That is how it is registered with Bowker (the ISBN people). Progeny is meant to be Volume 1 in a series - ask readafew about the ending...it sets up book #2 perfectly. I had thought the series would be four books when I started, but throughout revisions to the overarching plot, I am thinking it is more like five.
Progeny is a small-press book. And by small-press, I mean Terrene Press is my publishing company - I am the owner. I went through the traditional query letter process but most literary agencies were scared off at the length of the book. So, after some great advice and a lucky contact with an awesome copyeditor (great story – check my blog, I share it there), I decided to prove that Progeny was a great book that could build a fanbase. And I am glad to see the reviews that are coming in are supporting my personal belief in the story.
I had promised myself I would not write more until I saw what happened with Progeny. I essentially have been working two jobs for over a year – my ‘regular’ job as well a writing, editing, and publishing the book. However, as soon as I was done writing the Epilogue for Progeny, I just KNEW how the second book in the series was going to start. So, I started writing it. I needed to see the story continue. I had created characters that I felt deserved to see how everything played out. Oh, and I love writing. Love it.
So, here’s to hoping that Progeny is successful enough that #2 Working Title Withheld in The Children of the White Lions series can be shared with everyone. If you like the book, tell someone about it. I am keeping my fingers crossed that a national publishing house might take notice. I am doing what I can to promote it, but I am not EOS, TOR, or Knopf.
It's going on until January 24th... stop by, ask a question.
This one is courtesy of reading_fox
Other than Feist who else do you enjoy reading?
Have you got plans to write more books? Is Progeny the start of a series or does it stand alone?
Since I started writing, my actual reading has decreased – ironic, no?
Other authors I’ve really enjoyed: Christopher Paolini, Ken Follet, Stephen King, and some Robert Jordan. Speaking as an author – I must say the detail Jordan goes into is astounding. I would love to see his notes surrounding WOT. I know mine that I use to keep things straight are extensive; his must be a number of volumes by themself.
Regarding if I plan writing more books: Absolutely. Although, that was not the original plan. A little explanation is in order:
First, the ‘official’ title of the book is Progeny; subtitled The Children of the White Lions. That is how it is registered with Bowker (the ISBN people). Progeny is meant to be Volume 1 in a series - ask readafew about the ending...it sets up book #2 perfectly. I had thought the series would be four books when I started, but throughout revisions to the overarching plot, I am thinking it is more like five.
Progeny is a small-press book. And by small-press, I mean Terrene Press is my publishing company - I am the owner. I went through the traditional query letter process but most literary agencies were scared off at the length of the book. So, after some great advice and a lucky contact with an awesome copyeditor (great story – check my blog, I share it there), I decided to prove that Progeny was a great book that could build a fanbase. And I am glad to see the reviews that are coming in are supporting my personal belief in the story.
I had promised myself I would not write more until I saw what happened with Progeny. I essentially have been working two jobs for over a year – my ‘regular’ job as well a writing, editing, and publishing the book. However, as soon as I was done writing the Epilogue for Progeny, I just KNEW how the second book in the series was going to start. So, I started writing it. I needed to see the story continue. I had created characters that I felt deserved to see how everything played out. Oh, and I love writing. Love it.
So, here’s to hoping that Progeny is successful enough that #2 Working Title Withheld in The Children of the White Lions series can be shared with everyone. If you like the book, tell someone about it. I am keeping my fingers crossed that a national publishing house might take notice. I am doing what I can to promote it, but I am not EOS, TOR, or Knopf.
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