Hello all! I have some good news!

Actually a lot of news. I’m cramming it all in one message because I don’t want to send out too many emails! 

 1. In case you missed it, First on Mars now has a video! I’ve also added some images (topography of Hellas Basin and Spectral analysis of Mars). 

 2. I’m happy to report that "First on Mars" has been featured on The Inkshares Blog along with the other top 10 books! It covers what inspired me to start writing about Mars and the science behind it.

 3. I’m announcing my intention to donate $1 for every pre-order of First on Mars to the AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)

 4. I’ve added a bit more about Kurt to chapter one (In case you haven’t noticed this book is still a work in progress). 

 5. Also, I wanted to clear up the first line of the book (in case you did not get the reference): Aditya is quoting Oppenheimer quoting the Bhagavad Gita 

 6. Lastly, I want to plug Michael Sebby’s book (he only has 16 days left)  The Inhabitants: An Unremembered Life It’s an interesting sci-fi thriller reminiscent of Inception.

That’s it for now. 

Until next time, -Landon  

Dax fans! You get two updates in one morning! Aren’t you special? This, however, is not about Dax or myself, but another awesome book from another awesome author that needs your most awesome attention. ...Was that enough "awesomes"? I sound like an early ’90s breakfast commercial...

SO CHECK OUT THIS TOTALLY RADICAL BOOK! (Part of your balanced reading diet)

At the time of this update, the project needs 73 more pre-orders to get FULL FUNDING on Inkshares. I am super jealous, but I think it’s worth your attention and I hope you’ll agree. Check it out:

A God in the Shed by J-F Dubeau is a Fantasy/Horror story set in the forgettably small village of St-Ferdinand, in the Eastern Townships of Quebec. The villagers have been hiding a terrible secret for generations, but when their mysterious captive escapes and gets inadvertently trapped in the McKenzy’s backyard shed, it’s up to Venus and her friends to figure out how to dispose of this terrible and malevolent burden; an Old God of hate and death.

You can find out more about this dark and beautiful book, read sample chapters, reviews and pre-order your copy of A God in the Shed by visiting: www.inkshares.com/books/a-god-in-the-shed

You can listen to the prologue as read by Ageless author Paul Inman here: youtu.be/XJw5oZhqtXo

 Need more incentive?

•Each pre-order enters you into the ‘I want to kill a reader’ raffle. The winner will have his name and likeness used in the book as a minor character that gets killed off. The author will work with the winner to find the appropriate means of demise to satisfy both the winner and the story.

•Each physical copy of A God in the Shed will be signed and numbered as an exclusive first edition item.

•Free, exclusive A God in the Shed bookmarks will be included with the physical copies and mailed to eBook supporters.

•Orders of three or more copies guarantees your name to appear in the Patrons list printed at the end of the book.

•You get to enjoy the satisfaction and pride at having supported both art and literature.

 A God in the Shed is the first part of a trilogy that pushes the line between beauty and horror by telling a story that changes how we look at magic and the world around us. You have a chance of being part of making this book a reality and supporting a new author on his journey.

However, time is running out! The campaign ends April 22nd. Don’t miss out and order today!

www.inkshares.com/books/a-god-in-the-shed

Happy Friday.  The production process continues on Women Like Us, with the copy edit due back to me for review next week. I can’t wait to see it!  In the meantime, cover design is almost complete as well.  There’s a new post on the book’s Facebook page, and you can check that out here (and by the way soon there will be a page for the book on Amazon too). Here’s that Facebook link. Please hit the like button on the page if you haven’t yet.

https://www.facebook.com/womenlikeusnovel/

Also, while I have your attention, check out fellow Inkshares author JF Dubeau’s A God In The Shed, which is almost at full funding and is most worthy of your attention.  Here’s that link:

Check out JF Dubeau’s new book, A God in the Shed: https://www.inkshares.com/books/a-god-in-the-shed?referral_code=68914607

Thanks all, as always, for the support. 

Hey Everybody, I’m very happy to report that we have surpassed the 250 pre-orders necessary to enter the Quill collection.  This means that Teas of the Assassin will be published.  I am so very grateful and thankful for all the support you have given me.  Your faith in this book has propelled it to be published and soon it will be in your hands to read. I sincerely thank you for your generous investment in this project. You have helped me develop as an author.

Next steps: The campaign continues for another month, ending May 14th.  At that time the book will go into production and when the process is complete all orders will be filled. As soon as I have a solid date of publication I will let you know.  In the meantime I will use these updates to keep you informed about the progress that is being made in the production of the books.  

I’m really excited about what comes next even though I’m just learning as I go along. The opportunity  to publish this novel is all thanks to you and I want everyone to know how much I appreciate the support you have shared with me for Tears of the Assassin. Thank you.

In every form of madness, it was well believed in the divided mind of Thomas Rivenport, there were always two opposing, yet equally matched sides. Be it within the struggles between flesh and spirit, decay and sustenance or dark and light, once all the pawns were disposed of, all of the knights’ horses cut out from beneath them and all of the castle walls were fallen, two kings would stand across a vacant board littered with the ruin of their armies.

Polaroid found under the bed of Thomas Rivenport during the investigation of the shooting. On the back was scribbled the name: Chernosoren.

And the contest for tonight is over! 

Thanks to everyone for your continued support.

All the best, Alastair

I won’t take much of your time. Just felt like celebrating with the people most responsible for this (after the staff from Inkshares) :

Let’s keep on trucking guys and gals and creatures from beyond the veil. Today, just today, I feel like there’s nothing that can stop us.

JF

Good evening,

Ever wanted to appear in a book? Now’s your chance.

 As of right now, the next person to pre-order 5 copies of The Battle Within will get mentioned as a character in the actual book (although the book is finished, there’s a few perks to being the author!) In other words, $100 will get you immortalized in print - just saying. Once the lucky person pre-orders, I’ll confirm the details with them (ie character name) via e-mail. One caveat - if your name unfortunately happens to be Boaty McBoatface (http://ind.pn/1T3cyTY), I’ll be exercising my editorial powers. Sorry, but not sure that would fit into a novel about PTSD.

 Looking forward to seeing who wins and thanks for your support!

Alastair