Jaime K

Jaime K asked Michael J. Sullivan:

You present a beautiful representations of redemption and resurrection in the Riyria Revelations, as well as a wonderful image of heaven/the afterlife. Are you Catholic (or some other Christian denomination)? I've rarely seen such perfect parallels in fantasy stories.

Michael J. Sullivan Hey Jaime, Thanks for the kind words. I was raised Catholic, but I spent a good portion of my life on a search for my own beliefs, and in so doing, I've borrowed a bit from many religions and philosophies. I do believe that people are basically good, and when we make mistakes we should try to redeem ourselves. Certainly better than the alternative? Does that result in a ticket to an afterlife? Or does that mean you come back a better person? Can't say I know with 100% surety, but even without the promises of "something good" for straightening your life out, I still think it's worth doing. Does that make sense?

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Fiama

Fiama asked Michael J. Sullivan:

Hey! Would it be ONE Kickstarter for ALL 5 Riyria books, or would each book get its’ own Kickstarter? And the books will match the size of the hardcover editions of Death of Dulgath and Winter’s Daughter, right??? Also... just so you know, I am willing to pay extra for the color block dust jacket. Thanks for doing this for us, it gives me a headache just thinking about allthis I can’t imagine what it’s like for you!

Em asked Michael J. Sullivan:

Just finished the Legends of the First Empire series and loved it! I am planning on reading your older series which I understand takes place later in the same universe. Question: is there a difference between the "Riyria Chronicles" and "Riyria Revelations"? I'm a little confused about which book is first in that series or even how many books there are. Thanks in advance! ~Emily

Doris Mahala

Doris Mahala asked Michael J. Sullivan:

I have had to change the level of support for your new book and I am sorry to have to do this. I need to find out if 04/01/2020 is too late to pay my pledge? There has been an unfortunate change in my finances.

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