Hello, friends and supporters! I figure an update is due, but I don’t have a lot to say, so I’ll keep it short this time. To sum it up, things are going pretty well! we have about a month left in the campaign for Proteus, and we are now past the 400 pre-order mark. Significantly past it, actually: 425 orders exactly as of right now. Of course, that means we still have to get 325 over the next 30 days, so your continued support is still absolutely crucial. If you haven’t ordered a copy yet, now is the time. Talk to a sibling, parent, spouse, rich eccentric enemy who likes to buy things for you out of spite. Whatever you can do. Remember, if everyone who ordered a copy were to buy just one more, or get one other person to buy one, we’d surpass our goal. Let’s see if we can hit that goal with some time to spare!

In the meantime, I’ll leave you guys with another lore update.

Cybernetic augmentation is at the core of this sci-fi thriller: after all, the titular Proteus is a sentient AI implanted in a man’s brain: a man who, to borrow a phrase, "is more machine now than man." Many characters in Proteus are cyborgs, in one form or another. What is it about the culture of the Expansionary Coalition that leads it to so boldly modify the flesh of its own people? Let’s get some insight into what inspires a culture to bridge that perilous gap between man and machine.

Yes, it’s May 29! And I’m about to ask you to leave a review on The Slave Prince... on publication day. So tell me, am I playing with fire? I sure hope not!

If you’ve finished reading The Slave Prince and have thoughts you’d like to share about it, please consider leaving a review on Goodreads and Amazon. The more reviews there are on these platforms, the better it is for the book... especially when it has just hit the market! So, if it isn’t too much of a hassle, please do leave a review. 

Also, since it’s pub day, could you give the book a shout out on your social media platforms (again)? I know, I’m asking a lot--sheesh, when do these requests stops, am I right? But... please? Pretty please? Insta your copy of the book and tag me on Instagram. Help get #TheSlavePrince trending on Twitter with THIS QUICK LINK. And... go cray cray on Facebook with your thoughts on the book!  

It’s May 29--it’s the middle of the week. But who cares? It’s pub day! Let’s celebrate crossing the finish line together!