October Wrap-Up

Happy November, book friends! Last month was a recuperating month for me. September was so busy that for October, I really wanted to focus on writing, make more time for reading, and spending time with my family. I wrote less on the weekends for this reason, and it also gave my brain a break so I could find joy in other things.

I made significant progress on Book 3 in The Iron Kingdom Series in October. I’m at 88k words and shooting for around 100k. Even though I made big strides in writing this book last month, I also experienced several slumps that really did a number on my head. I felt like everything I wrote was not good or interesting; it was a clear sign I was reaching a burnout point. So, I’m planning to incorporate more things I like to do that can take my mind off writing, like drawing and painting. Which means you may start seeing character art on my social media during this fall season.

An exciting thing that happened last month was receiving my proof copy of The Wraiths of Arjun from my publisher. Getting to hold my new book in my hands was a surreal moment for me. It’s the most amazing feeling seeing all your hard work condensed into the final product: a physical book. I LOVE seeing my two books side by side–it will never get old!

A few days ago, I visited the Medford, OR Barnes and Noble and scheduled my book signing for The Wraiths of Arjun. It will be on January 6, 2024 from 2-4pm. I will be making a Facebook event for it and will also do a reminder email as we get closer to the event date. If you’re in the Southern Oregon area, I hope you can make it!

One Month Away till Release!

The Wraiths of Arjun is nearly a month away from its release date, and more book reviews are pouring in! I am so grateful to all my ARC readers who are leaving such positive reviews on Goodreads and on other online book retailer sites. I made this highlight-reviews-pic so I could see all the wonderful praise in one place!

With us nearing the launch for The Wraiths of Arjun, that means it’s preorder time. You can preorder your physical copy or ebook using the links below; or check it out from your favorite online book retailer. And remember: Christmas is just around the corner. So consider getting the book lover in your life something new to read over the holiday season.

Podcast News

The Ink Mages podcast, hosted by myself and my author friend, Angela R. Hughes (Author of the Once and Future Chronicles Series) has 8 episodes out now, so be sure to check them out on YouTube and Spotify. Our show has all the Nerdy Banter you could want in a podcast. Please help us by subscribing to our channel, sharing the episodes, and leaving a comment. You can find our episodes by CLICKING HERE: The Ink Mages

This Fall, are you looking for a fantastic adventure to get lost in? If so, and you haven’t had the chance to read my debut YA Fantasy, The Conjurer’s Curse yet, then snag a copy and get reading! It’s an adventure you won’t want to put down.

Thank you, book friends, for supporting me, encouraging me, and for reading my novels. You mean the world to me. I hope you all have a wonderful November and a Happy Thanksgiving!

-Stephanie Cotta