G Younger: Blog

Stupid Boy and I need a break from each other. Book 3 - Sophomore Year will be released on June 6. The editors are working on the last few chapters and we should be ready for you on time.

The plan is to let the timeline catch up. I don't plan on starting Junior Year until at least the first of the year. So that leaves me seven months of writing time...

I just posted Little Tony. The purpose of that story was to see if I could write a short story. Wow, it was much harder than writing an epic length novel. The whole story was about the same length as a chapter of Stupid Boy.

So, I am asking the readers what they want next... and I will give you three choices (of course write ins are welcome - except Stupid Boy).

1) Turn Little Tony into a serial of shorter stories.

2) Getting it Right. A do over story, but not focused on getting rich or famous, but a better life. There will of course be some science fiction aspects to it and I am thinking of tackling basketball.

3) The Third Son - Swords and Magic adventure where the third son (who can't inherit) has to forge a life of his own... while everyone tries to kill him.

Let me know which idea you like best.

Finally, the reviews are starting to come in from the people who bought the pre-view version of Stupid Boy - Sophomore Year and they seem to really like it. I actually found myself laughing out loud as I was editing a section about a squirrel causing havoc.

Thanks for your responses in advance.

G Younger

I have a new story coming out in a couple of weeks. It is a coming of age story... and it is short. I know many of you won't believe I can do something that is under 700+ pages...

Little Tony is pulled into his families business before he is ready. It is a more violent than you are used to seeing from me... but the feedback has been good. I hope you will all enjoy a quick read.

Stupid Boy - Sophomore Year (Book 3) is scheduled for release in early June. It is currently 38 (maybe 39) chapters long. I have completed writing it and the book is now in the hands of my capable editors.

Over 500 of you requested an excerpt from the upcoming book, and I sent out a scene where Wolf calms the team down before a big game. If you missed your chance, shoot me an email this week, and you can get your Stupid Boy fix.

G Younger

I'm in shock. All I can say is thank you.

Stupid Boy started out as an exercise in writing. I sat down one three day weekend and decided to write something. I had always had a dream to write a story, but knew I needed to practice. So I had an idea for a short story... 140 pages later I had the first six chapters of Stupid Boy.

I had no idea if anyone would like it, so I posted it on SOL. The feedback was positive, but one thing was clear... you can't edit your own stuff. At some point I need to go back and fix Stupid Boy.

I'm in shock this writing exercise has won the following awards:
- Best Author
- Best New Author
- Best by a New Author
- 2nd Place Epic Story

If I ever figure out how to actually write... look out!

Thank you for validating my work.

G Younger

I'm thinking Cold Creek may have the idea... post a Christmas presents of one chapter a year. With Book 3 being projected for 38 chapters I might be dead by the time we finish.

Before Cold Creek hunts me down, I'm just teasing.

The editors are hard at work on Book 3. Who knew they would enjoy my typos so much... at least they are enjoying themselves.

When I get done I will post a blog message. If you want a sneak peek shoot me an email and I will put you on the list.

Now I am going to go find the island in the tropics where Cold Creek is hiding and relax a little. Maybe he saved me a beer. Thanks for reading and I appreciate the feedback.

G Younger

I wanted to give a shout out to Cold Creek. I was happy that you provided us with an early present. I also love your posting schedule... I am thinking it might be the way to go.

Some quick updates. I will post on Saturday as usual. Some asked if I would do a mid-week one for the holiday. Too many family commitments to make it happen.

It looks like Book 3 will be about 30 chapters. I have completed 22 of them. The goal had been to release the first chapter right as Book 2 ended. I don't think I am going to be able to make that schedule. Editing needs to do its job... trust me... it is worth the delay.

Everyone be safe and have Happy Holidays.