Britney (BookDrunkSloth)
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Michael J. Sullivan:
I've finished the Riyria Revelations and I'm excited to delve into the Riyria Chronicles! I know that you've mentioned continuing writing the Chronicles, but are there any adventures in mind that will take place after the events in Revelations? I'm not saying that the books ended incomplete because that is so not the case.
Michael J. Sullivan
Hey Britney, thanks for asking. You are not the only person to request books that come after Revelations. There are a few challenges in that.
1. The series was carefully planned with a known beginning and ending. To write more would feel "tacked on" and I don't want to risk ruining something I think I "wrapped up nicely."
2. I like where the book ended...and can feel satisfied with where everyone left off at. Sure there is plenty more to explore with the characters, but this gives each person their own ability to wonder "what's next."
3. I have a lot of stories to tell and if all I do is continue that series, then all my other ideas will never be heard. I don't want to be known as a "one trick pony" My hope is to have a bunch of works to keep both myself and the readers interested.
I'm not saying "never" - as I said you and others have asked for more, and in general I want to give you guys books you are excited about and want. But I have some other things to take care of in the short term. As for the long term....well, we'll see. ;-)
1. The series was carefully planned with a known beginning and ending. To write more would feel "tacked on" and I don't want to risk ruining something I think I "wrapped up nicely."
2. I like where the book ended...and can feel satisfied with where everyone left off at. Sure there is plenty more to explore with the characters, but this gives each person their own ability to wonder "what's next."
3. I have a lot of stories to tell and if all I do is continue that series, then all my other ideas will never be heard. I don't want to be known as a "one trick pony" My hope is to have a bunch of works to keep both myself and the readers interested.
I'm not saying "never" - as I said you and others have asked for more, and in general I want to give you guys books you are excited about and want. But I have some other things to take care of in the short term. As for the long term....well, we'll see. ;-)
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Joanell Serra
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Michael J. Sullivan:
Thanks! I've been pulled towards marketing my first book so much this week (launch week), and I'm missing the time writing book #2. You're answer up top just gave me permission! 10% of my time seems about right for the marketing. Besides, I know what I'm doing as a writer....marketing is a whole other ball game. I may need to outsource? Any thoughts on that?
Weston Kincade
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Michael J. Sullivan:
In my experience a good small to midsize publisher can be quite helpful, but I've wondered if, or when, authors should branch out? When in an author's career would it be a good idea to query the big 5 or an agent with a new book (as in, when are they likely to really consider your work since they take so few authors early in their careers)? Or would you advise going that route at all?
Christian
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Michael J. Sullivan:
Hi Michael, Not so much a question as high praise following really.. i immensely enjoyed the latest installment of Royce and Hadrian! - I'd also like to urge you, if you at some point have the time and inclination, to write more Royce and Hadrian stories. I am confident that we are MANY who would love additional tales of their adventures!(?) - Death of Dulgath was exceptional!
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May 14, 2015 05:17AM
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