Journey to 1,000

 Journey

to

1,000

I had no plans to self-publish when starting out as an author. I wanted an agent, publisher, and more. It took roughly 11 years for reality to hit. In October 2024, I published my novella The Discarded Knight and a new journey began. It was filled with heartbreak and being scammed out of $2,000. I caught a huge break in May 2025. My first Barnes and Noble book signing happened. I posted about it on X (previously known as Twitter) and I went viral. Interviews and sales followed. People recognized me in public. The emails poured in from readers and even a former bully. June arrived with the launch of my novel The Ignited Moon. It earned 90 pre-orders. All of this inspired me to launch my next book, The Scorched Hunter. It launches December 5, 2025.

Today! September 20, 2025! My novella, The Discarded Knight, lead to my one thousandth sale. I am beyond proud and excited. A big thank you to family, friends, and readers.

At Present! I am writing my first grimdark fantasy. It's about a one legged farmer, telepathic chef, and a nerd racing to undermine a tyrannical government and stop a famine.