Fiction writer

When I began working on the first hints of what would become the Wovenstone Trilogy, I had no idea the scope to which the story would grow. What began as a simple story testing the waters of Christian fantasy grew and morphed into a character-centered journey of war, trust, truth, and betrayal. Now, over six years later, the completion of the series is finally in sight.

 

Yet, even on the heels of completeing the first draft of book three, The Forgotten Race, there are still several large steps standing between the Wovenstone Trilogy and the printers. Thanks to the help of volunteer readers and editors who have given their time and talents to helping me finalize book one, Destiny’s Course, the next stage in this process will see me dutifully working to get it on the desks of publishers and agents even as I continue polishing the next two manuscripts. 

 

So what does that mean for the future of the series? Truthfully, only time will tell. Finding a publisher can be a long, arduous process, yet while I don’t pretend to be the next Lewis or Tolkien of Christian fiction, I truly believe that the story of Wovenstone is worth the battle, and I am committed to doing everything in my power to help it succeed.

 

However, while dedication and persistence are certainly important in accomplishing that goal, connections and resources are invaluable as well; two things often in short supply for younger writers such as myself. That is where you come in. Just as it takes more than a hero to carry a story, it takes more than the author to carry a series. If you would like to help in bringing The Wovenstone Trilogy to a wider audience as well as help support the dwindling genre of Christian fantasy, there are several simple steps you can take:

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1. Subscribe to the newsletter. Not only does it help keep you up to date with Wovenstone’s journey and in the loop with other exciting projects I have planned for later this year, but proof of a following can also be a key factor in getting a publisher's attention when it comes to new authors.
    

2. Share your interest in Wovenstone with your friends. Whether it is face to face, on a zoom call, or even just a quick share on a social media account, word of mouth can be a massive asset in getting projects like Wovenstone off the ground.
    

3. Finally, if you’d like to get even more involved, don’t hesitate to reach out! Whether you are a writer or publisher yourself or have connections to others with a foot in the door, your help could be the key in giving the Wovenstone project the wings it needs to soar.