Sep 20, 2016

Hey everyone!

I’m really excited to be able to share the next chapter, Unburdening, with you all tonight. This chapter introduces the second family in the story. They’re quite a departure from the singers that have shown up til now, though as you’ll see there’s more to them than first appearances would have you believe.

It’s been a bit of a hard road getting here, and I’m continually surprised both at how much and how little can happen on the way to a milestone. Tonight I hit 33000 words. That might not mean much to you guys, but an average novel weighs in right around 100,000 words. By those lights, 33000 is a solid representation for one third of a book.

Just as importantly, I’ve been able to write a plan for my writing going forward. I’ve only got 42 (the answer!) days left to share with you, but I’m hoping to make them the most fruitful and entertaing days you’ve seen in a good long time, and to send you new chapters a couple of times a week.  By the time this contest is over (don’t forget to share this book with your friends!), at the very least you’ll be able to see the shape of  things to come in the Lands. 

Thanks so much for following the book, for preordering the book, and for sharing with your friends and loved ones. It makes a huge difference, and it engenders a lovely warmth in my little heart to know you’re out there somewhere, singing along.

Hope you’re well.
mgb