INtrinSicliValud: Blog

Nothing dramatic for SOL as I’ll continue posting here for free. As noted last week, I remain focused on updating “A Fair Trade.” You’ll continue to see chapters weekly for the foreseeable future.

However, I’ve been fiddling with my Subscribestar page, adding a new tier to cover those who only wish to receive more detailed updates, i.e., glimpse the sausage-making within The Yards. In addition, depending on which higher tier, I’m restoring sneak peeks of upcoming chapters to and sneakier peeks into upcoming titles. Right now, that includes “Aiden Ascending,” a new MC’s inaugural novel, several short stories penciled in for release over the summer, and a few other titles I’ve got at various stages of completion. And last but not least, at the highest of tiers, established at the request of several exceedingly supportive supporters (see what I did there?), I’m providing priority for any open commission slots. My intent is to provide those who support me with additional value for their more than generous contributions.

Alright enough blathering on about that. You should find Chapter 10 of “A Fair Trade” posted here today. After the holiday, Kyle returns to school. Ms. Richardson, the hot new teacher everyone lusts after finds him—enticing. And then there’s cute little Beth, the neighbor girl who’s never spoken to him, until Shayna arrived. Excuse or magic? Hmm. Meanwhile, as noted above, Chapter 11 will go up on Subscribestar.

Again, thanks for all the positive feedback and special hugs to my supporters and any who purchase my mad scribblings on Bookapy. Without bourbon and coffee, the muses pout. Well, stomp their littler feet and pout. Annoying little brats.

Having survived Friday the Thirteenth, which actually means less than nothing to me since 13 has always been a lucky number, I hope you are all doing well. Not much to share other than I’m continuing to update “A Fair Trade.” With two additional chapters and 9k more words at the midway point, it’s getting quite the overhaul. It still looks like completion will be at the end of February and you should see the completed novel on Bookapy in March or April. Of course, chapters will continue to be posted weekly for free.

As such, you should find Chapter 9 posted today. The plot continues to thicken, as they say. While Kyle spends more quality time with his mother, this time he also uncovers her needs.

Again, thanks for all the positive feedback and special hugs to my supporters and any who purchase my mad scribblings on Bookapy. Without bourbon and coffee, the muses pout.

I hope everyone’s new year is going well so far. I’d already gotten a head start on my resolution. At the end of 2022, I reinforced my desire to keep writing as a hobby and removed myself from all social media. However, I’m continuing with Subscribestar to provide supporters with detailed progress updates, sneak peeks, and gain their input for future stories. As always, I remain exceedingly thankful for my supporters’ generosity.

The Yards haven’t slowed over the holidays. I finished the third draft of a new novel and it’s now in deep freeze until Summer when I’ll finalize, post, and publish. It will introduce a new MC and universe to play in with future titles/concepts already slotted.

Today, you should find Chapter 8 of “A Fair Trade.” Even as he struggles with his new world, Kyle attends physical therapy. Things will never be the same. This tale is now my primary focus in The Yards. As such, I’ll be polishing more existing chapters, reminding myself of the story, and working to complete it. Expect to see continued chapter posts and its publication on Bookapy later this Spring.

Another novella is also in the works. After dredging up a story from September, 2021(!), the muses have flung it into The Yards. I’ve rewritten the opening scene, and it’s a good one. As usual, it won’t be everyone’s cuppa tea, but I enjoy it. While it’ll have the appropriate tags, I wanted to give you beady-eyed, little 1-trolls time to get your fingers all nice and limber. Muhaha. By now I’ve realized that scores are meaningless. I only place value on detailed comments, good or bad.

Once more, thank you to those who’ve provided and continue to provide such feedback. As a hobbyist, while I’ll always only ever write what I choose, your comments keep me motivated to share.

Everybody be safe, be smart and have a wonderful celebration. Let’s make 2023 an amazing year. Although I've been on vacation, the muses have given me little respite. As such, with a new bottle of bourbon to hand and fresh coffee, I’ll be back with much more mad word scribbles next year.

I’ve submitted Chapter 7 of “A Fair Trade” for posting. The plot thickens as Kyle’s new reality continues to morph. You’ll also see a bit more of his nighttime companion. Since, I’m busy with the holidays and doing some traveling, this is my last upload for 2022. Not to fear, The Yards never rest, and as time permits, I’ll continue editing my current project, which you should see in the Spring.

Once more, thank you all for the positive feedback. Although this year has had its trials, the knowledge you’ve enjoyed my writing has helped propel me forward. Special shout-out to those who’ve purchased my works on Bookapy and kept the bourbon flowing.

Since completing this week’s last phase of internet reduction, focusing on regular, detailed updates only on Subscribestar is far more convenient. Supporters on my site can track my progress; fair compensation for their amazing generosity.

All of which means I look forward to a very productive 2023. See you then.