I tried my hardest to get the Slaying of the Bull (Book 1 of the Tocharian Gospels) out this month. It looked like it was possible, but now, unless there’s a miracle, it doesn’t look like it’s going to happen. Work got busy, the weather got nice, and I had some house projects that came up. I’m about halfway through my final read-through and edit. It’s coming along nicely, and I promise it will be out soon. Other writers will know that sometimes editing takes longer than you expected.
For a while, I was rushing to get the book out. I was overdoing it, and the work was suffering. Approaching the work with a deadline was not the best strategy. What was I rushing for? I’m an Indie writer. The Slaying of the Bull is my book, and it should be an enjoyable process as this is still a hobby (thanks to my wife and a bit of tough love helping me remember that). Plus, with it being nice out, I’ve noticed a drop in readership. So, there’s no particular rush.
Most importantly, I want to ensure that the Slaying of the Bull is the best book it can be, especially when it starts a series. It’s an epic story that begins an even more profound story arc. I think you will be pleased.
You may have seen some of my advertisements for the Island of Stone and its series, Monuments of Stone on Facebook. I’ve been testing out different formats and phrasings. I’ve been pushing hard with social media and exploring Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest. Amazon advertising just cost me money with very little return. I’m looking into other avenues such as Google ads. I haven’t found the magic recipe yet, but I’m learning a lot about ad production, marketing, and social media platforms!
Well back to writing for a bit and then a nice long walk on this beautiful day! Stay happy and healthy.
Cheers!
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