The Ophian Rising Is Here!

The Ophian Rising Is Here!

The cycle is complete. What an astonishing journey we've taken together: from the launch of my first novel to the Hugos, from Larry Correia's BOOK BOMB! to the Dragon Awards, it's been an honor to ride this out-of-control rocket car with you! The genesis of the Soul Cycle goes back…
December 20, 20178 Comments
Ophian Rising eARCs

Ophian Rising eARCs

I sent out eARCs to advance reviewers of The Ophian Rising last night. Finishing a series that's spanned sixteen years from conception to completion is a singular experience to say the least. It hasn't fully sunken in yet. I expect that the final book's release later this month will drive the…
December 5, 2017
December Update

December Update

This will be a short post since I'm up to my elbows in last-minute manuscript cleanup work. As the prior sentence probably tipped you off, The Ophian Rising, Soul Cycle Book IV, is now complete and will be sent off to Polgarus Studio shortly for final formatting. Thanks to everyone…
December 1, 20174 Comments
Galaxy’s Edge 99 Cent Special

Galaxy’s Edge 99 Cent Special

Best selling authors Nick Cole and Jason Anspach have revitalized literary science fiction with their smash hit Galaxy's Edge series. Amazon have wisely chosen GE as the Kindle Daily Deal, and the authors have wisely decided to capitalize on the momentum by offering each book for only $0.99! Your read that…
November 27, 20179 Comments
Is Science Fiction Dead?

Is Science Fiction Dead?

Over at the Cirsova blog, editor P. Alexander shares a recent anecdote that may have significant implications for professional science fiction authors. Action, Adventure, and Romance are stronger selling points than pulp, sci-fi and fantasy. I think that navel gazing explanations of throw-backs, periods, Campbellians, Futurians, the Pulp Rev, etc.…
November 21, 201715 Comments
Ophian Rising Excerpt

Ophian Rising Excerpt

In anticipation of its imminent release, I'm pleased to present my loyal readers with another excerpt from the concluding volume of my award-winning Soul Cycle, The Ophian Rising.         “Which ether-runner should we go to for help?” Will asked.         “Not an ether-runner,” Astlin…
November 16, 20172 Comments
Ophian Rising News

Ophian Rising News

Now that my newsletter subscribers have duly received their early look, I'm delighted to share the cover of The Ophian Rising, Soul Cycle Book IV with the reading public. As with the previous three books' stellar cover designs, this cover comes to us from the hand of visionary artist Marcelo…
November 10, 20177 Comments
The Injustice Gamer Reviews Praxis

The Injustice Gamer Reviews Praxis

The Injustice Gamer reviews Praxis, the blue collar workers in SPACE! novel by my friend and editing client Justin Knight. First, our warehouse workers are fairly realistic. Not all are smart, but they aren't a homogeneous group by any means. There are characters with family, devoted couples, and people just…
November 9, 2017
The Fire Rises

The Fire Rises

A picture speaks a thousand words, so I gave Astlin the floor for today's introductory remarks. I think she makes a good point. How about you? Today's headline image depicts perennial fan favorite character Astlin of Tharis (formerly of Keth) in an updated Zadokim design. My promo artist Ashion did…
October 25, 20173 Comments
Halloween Sale

Halloween Sale

In honor of Halloween, I've put my debut space opera/horror novel Nethereal on sale for $0.99. And to help new readers prepare for the release of the fourth and final Soul Cycle Book The Ophian Rising, both of my Dragon Award-worthy novels Souldancer and The Secret Kings are just $3.99. That means right now…
October 24, 2017