Hello, all. I know that I haven’t posted any updates in a very, very long time.
The reason for the update is that I have made some alterations to the story. I decided to remove chapter one, which kind of hurt because I liked it but nothing was really happening for a long time. So now chapter two has become one and three is now two. I’ve also cropped the top couple of paragraphs from the latter chapter and placed them at the end of the former. This helps with the flow of the narrative. So instead things reading like a prologue that runs into the next chapter, everything kind of hits the ground running and, in my opinion, makes for a more interesting opening. The reader is kind of thrust into this world of techno-sorcery and then things take on a normal pace as chapter two introduces the crew of the Furnier.
However, I’m not completely trashing the chapter with the prince and grandfather. I’ll use it somehow, someway, just somewhere else. I’ve had an idea for a tie-in short story involving two characters whom I haven’t written about yet, Garm and Grimsinger. The tie-in would detail how the two came to be in the presence of our heroes later in the book and it is by no coincidence. I’ve also created a new character, Lady Luck. She, like Garm and Grimsinger, is an avatar and an infinite immortal. She isn’t actually lucky, however, luck (both good and bad) follow her wherever she goes. Her role will be minor but significant, especially when reading the tie-in idea. If more ideas like this come to mind during the writing of The Sovereign Queen, then perhaps I’ll make a collection of short stories to accompany the book.
For those wondering why this update took so long, I took a break once the contest ended. I had been in a bit of a writing frenzy during the contest trying to put out as much content as possible to generate interest and it was exhausting. Then, after taking a break (which probably lasted longer than it should’ve), my wife gave birth to our first son. I say first because we had a second boy a few months ago so I’ve been pretty busy with work and babies. But in all honesty that’s more of an excuse than a reason. I’m definitely going to continue writing this story though I’m not sure how often I’ll post updates. I won’t let two years go by before the next one, that’s for sure.
Thanks for reading and thank you all for showing an interest in my book. I hope you haven’t forgotten about it and I hope you’re all still interested in reading it.
Quite some time has gone by since I’ve made any updates here or informed you of any developments. Let me assure you that I haven’t quit yet. I’ve simply been unusually busy these past few weeks but I’ve been working on The Sovereign Queen when I was able.
I’ve recently finished the draft for Chapter Three and I have posted it. It still bears the subtitle of [draft] as it is not a finished product, but it is much more developed than the previous two chapters. Go ahead and give it a read and keep in mind that, as it is a draft, it will undergo a tuneup fairly soon. The same goes for chapters one and two as they were written fairly hastily due to the contest.
Thank you again and always for your support and interest in my book. You all give me new found inspiration to press forward in what I love doing.
I just wanted to let you all know that The Sovereign Queen is finally dressed! That is to say that she finally has a cover. I hope this will make the book more enticing. While I can appreciate minimalism, the black block just wasn’t very exciting. Now, this isn’t the final cover. It will serve as a place holder for now. You see, the Queen Mother doesn’t actually look like the woman in the picture, though she does change and take the appearance of the people she is born to. The woman in the photo is an angelic warrior I had drawn long ago. I always wanted to use her in a project but never officially assigned her to one.
I also want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support. It does wonders for the soul to know that people are interested in the misfit musings that go on in my head. I hope you all like the new look. More story coming soon.
Hello, all! I apologize for my absence. Last week was very hectic with final exams and submitting students’ grades but I’m finally able to get back to writing just in time for the final week. Eek!
I finally have names for the characters and have made the appropriate updates to chapter one so the place holders are gone. I have also written a second chapter and uploaded it. Chapter two serves as a segue which touches on the preparations for the false Queen’s final life, it sets the record straight on what really happened when the Queen was first killed and it hints at why kings aren’t cloned.
I must say I am really excited to write this story as it is the first time that I have ever written anything for public eyes. In fact, this is the first time that I have allowed anyone to read my ideas in such an unpolished state. It’s a shame that this contest is coming to a close. I would like to have more backers and have a better chance at winning but, to be honest, I’m thrilled that all of you have taken such an interest in my idea. It really means so much to me that people have been so positive. Allow me to take this opportunity to say to you all who are following me and/or have pre-ordered The Sovereign Queen: thank you all so much for your support! An extra special thanks to those of you who have left reviews. Your words fired me up and convinced me that I can do this!
Well, the contest isn’t over yet so that means that I’m not finished either! I will upload character bios today and a third chapter is in the works. This chapter will introduce our protagonists, which I am very eager to tell you about. Be on the look out for that.
Keep it coming Dan! This story is going to be great! I cant wait to see where you go with each character! Perhaps this summer we can work together more, being as we are both teachers.
Hello, all. I know that I haven’t posted any updates in a very, very long time.
The reason for the update is that I have made some alterations to the story. I decided to remove chapter one, which kind of hurt because I liked it but nothing was really happening for a long time. So now chapter two has become one and three is now two. I’ve also cropped the top couple of paragraphs from the latter chapter and placed them at the end of the former. This helps with the flow of the narrative. So instead things reading like a prologue that runs into the next chapter, everything kind of hits the ground running and, in my opinion, makes for a more interesting opening. The reader is kind of thrust into this world of techno-sorcery and then things take on a normal pace as chapter two introduces the crew of the Furnier.
However, I’m not completely trashing the chapter with the prince and grandfather. I’ll use it somehow, someway, just somewhere else. I’ve had an idea for a tie-in short story involving two characters whom I haven’t written about yet, Garm and Grimsinger. The tie-in would detail how the two came to be in the presence of our heroes later in the book and it is by no coincidence. I’ve also created a new character, Lady Luck. She, like Garm and Grimsinger, is an avatar and an infinite immortal. She isn’t actually lucky, however, luck (both good and bad) follow her wherever she goes. Her role will be minor but significant, especially when reading the tie-in idea. If more ideas like this come to mind during the writing of The Sovereign Queen, then perhaps I’ll make a collection of short stories to accompany the book.
For those wondering why this update took so long, I took a break once the contest ended. I had been in a bit of a writing frenzy during the contest trying to put out as much content as possible to generate interest and it was exhausting. Then, after taking a break (which probably lasted longer than it should’ve), my wife gave birth to our first son. I say first because we had a second boy a few months ago so I’ve been pretty busy with work and babies. But in all honesty that’s more of an excuse than a reason. I’m definitely going to continue writing this story though I’m not sure how often I’ll post updates. I won’t let two years go by before the next one, that’s for sure.
Thanks for reading and thank you all for showing an interest in my book. I hope you haven’t forgotten about it and I hope you’re all still interested in reading it.
Until next time.
Hello, Everybody!
I just wanted to let you all know that The Sovereign Queen is finally dressed! That is to say that she finally has a cover. I hope this will make the book more enticing. While I can appreciate minimalism, the black block just wasn’t very exciting. Now, this isn’t the final cover. It will serve as a place holder for now. You see, the Queen Mother doesn’t actually look like the woman in the picture, though she does change and take the appearance of the people she is born to. The woman in the photo is an angelic warrior I had drawn long ago. I always wanted to use her in a project but never officially assigned her to one.
I also want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support. It does wonders for the soul to know that people are interested in the misfit musings that go on in my head. I hope you all like the new look. More story coming soon.
Gratefully yours,
Dan Flores
Hello, all! I apologize for my absence. Last week was very hectic with final exams and submitting students’ grades but I’m finally able to get back to writing just in time for the final week. Eek!
I finally have names for the characters and have made the appropriate updates to chapter one so the place holders are gone. I have also written a second chapter and uploaded it. Chapter two serves as a segue which touches on the preparations for the false Queen’s final life, it sets the record straight on what really happened when the Queen was first killed and it hints at why kings aren’t cloned.
I must say I am really excited to write this story as it is the first time that I have ever written anything for public eyes. In fact, this is the first time that I have allowed anyone to read my ideas in such an unpolished state. It’s a shame that this contest is coming to a close. I would like to have more backers and have a better chance at winning but, to be honest, I’m thrilled that all of you have taken such an interest in my idea. It really means so much to me that people have been so positive. Allow me to take this opportunity to say to you all who are following me and/or have pre-ordered The Sovereign Queen: thank you all so much for your support! An extra special thanks to those of you who have left reviews. Your words fired me up and convinced me that I can do this!
Well, the contest isn’t over yet so that means that I’m not finished either! I will upload character bios today and a third chapter is in the works. This chapter will introduce our protagonists, which I am very eager to tell you about. Be on the look out for that.
Humbly yours,
Dan Flores