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If you’re wondering where I was, May has been devoted to polishing and preparing the next novel. It will introduce a complex new main character. He’s already in several novellas and rough novels awaiting work deeper in The Yards. As of today, twenty-seven of thirty-three chapters are complete. Once they’re all done, I’ll begin posting here and selling the complete story on Bookapy.

Today, Chapter 26 of “A Fair Trade” will be submitted. Kyle receives an interactive vidphone call from Jeri and he also makes a mistake. I’ll have Chapter 27 out to Subscribestar supporters.

You should also see Chapter 15 of “The Immortal” today. As the trip to Mt. Aristeia continues, Jim gets more quality time snuggling with Mandy, Susan, and Desi.

On an admin note, proving there is always more to learn, my thanks to Lazeez for walking me through the process of uploading the covers to SOL-posted stories. I rather enjoy creating them for the ePubs you’ll find for purchase on Bookapy so it seemed a waste not to share them wider. Ah, it’s the little things.

As always, thanks for the support, the kind words, and the feedback. All of you are why I do this. Hugs.

Today, Chapter 24 of “A Fair Trade” will be submitted. Jimmy Devlin arrives at Beth’s and a sordid secret is revealed.

***NOTE: There is some MA/MA activity in this chapter as part of a Multi scenario. It’s brief but be forewarned.***

I’ll get Chapter 25 out to my wonderful Subscribestar supporters.

Also, the last of last year’s subscriber-only shorts should be heading your way. “The Ring – Training” continues Leah’s journey to become a temptress. She is sent against her first target on the road to regaining the ring.

Okay, I’m figuring you’re tired of me gushing over those kind souls who’ve supported me and the site via Bookapy. But I can’t stop. Thank you ever so much. “A Fair Trade” is flying off the shelves, so to speak. Also, I’m guessing the newer among you have been exceedingly kind, purchasing my older works. You all rock.

And wow! Four hundred followers. I’m so happy all of you have enjoyed my works. I’ve not wavered in my continued dedication to become a better wird-skribbler with each story. Thank you for your confidence.

Before taking a brief break, I finished the second edits on “Aiden Ascending.” While away from novel production, I’ll be editing short stories and polishing the next chapters for “The Immortal.”

Today, Chapter 23 of “A Fair Trade” will be submitted and I’ll get Chapter 24 out to my wonderful Subscribstar supporters. Speaking of wonderful, those of you who’ve supported me and the site by purchasing “A Fair Trade” and other stories from my back catalogue are absolutely amazing! Thank you ever so much and I’m so happy you’re enjoying the stories. Wow!

Although there’ll be nothing from me next week, I’ll see you here again in May. Enjoy those final April Showers and brace for all the flowers. Those of you with allergies, my commiseration, but I adore them.

The sequel to “Aiden and The Ring” is midway through its second round of edits. I scribbled the rough draft of “Aiden Ascending” during last year’s NaNoWriMo. In addition, I’ve been updating several horrid older chapters of “The Immortal,” as I feel bad about letting dear Jim linger. He’s got so much ahead of him. It’s just a pity his story was the first one I “wrote.” As I’ve mentioned before, it needs copious amounts of work, but I have him slotted amongst the other projects. So, never fear.

Oh, and wow. You’ve all surprised me, and I cannot thank you enough for keeping “A Fair Trade” doing so well on Bookapy. I will post Chapter 22 for free today. Quite a lot more of Beth is revealed. Chapter 23 will be available to Subscribestar supporters.

Also this week, I’m releasing the sequel to “The Ring – Before” for free as well. “The Ring – Discovered” gives a little more insight into Sierra. It also depicts how those with demeanors different from Aiden have used the ring. This and “Before” were subscriber-only short stories I wrote last year to highlight that he is indeed a unique partner in their relationship. They’re also available on Bookapy should you desire to support me and the site.

Hugs to you all.

All week, I’ve been laser-focused on third (technical) edits to a novel. It was very much a case of fresh eyes, since I hadn’t seen the rough draft since October. I’m quite happy with the results and it’s on an excellent glide-path. Once it finishes a final editing round, you should see it in the summer.

Speaking of glidepaths, another, most likely final, burst of gratitude to those who’ve bought “A Fair Trade” on Bookapy. As is the way of things, it’s dropped off the front page to tumble into the murk among all the other works from far-better authors. But I remain pleased it could entertain so many of you. For the freefolk, Chapter 21 will be posted today. No spoilers as many aren’t caught up, but tick tock, time’s beginning to race faster for Kyle. And Chapter 22 will be available to Subscribestar supporters.

On Monday, I commence working on the sequel to “Aiden and The Ring.” Its rough draft was scribbled during last year’s NaNoWriMo so this will be its second editing round, wherein I tease out details and ensure proper flow, characterization, plot dynamics, blah, blah, blah. It’s a lot of fun and should lead to an even more intriguing tale as Aiden continues his struggles.

In the meantime, this weekend I’m scribing indulgent short stories. Gotta keep the muses satiated or they annoy me while I’m trying to edit. Sigh.