I submitted a story, it was accepted.

[DsGrouse]

I don't know how many of you are avid readers. I make my way through about 10 to 12 books a month. I'm pretty excited. Who knows if anyone will like it, but everyone starts somewhere.

Now up on Kindle.

Malta. Alchemists, Saints and Heroes have all made their way to this place, defended its walls, and added to its ranks of ghosts and lore.

Besieged, battered, and bombed, this archipelago has seen every tide of war, turmoil, and more than a few bits of piracy. It's also been the land of courage, resilience, and grace under fire.

Ten authors have set out to bring you tales of the ghosts of Malta past, present, and future. Open the pages and meet the ancient guardians, ghost cats and interdimensional spies that will be your guide...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YL22XTK/?tag=kydala-20

[Shakey Jake]

Congrats!
Jake

[Hatchdog]

Just ordered it for my Kindle, thanks.

[DsGrouse]

Thank you both. The proceeds are split 12 ways. Every little bit is appriciated. It's been a fun learning experience. I am waiting on Instagram and Amazon to approve my author business accounts...

[Ernie]

Ordered as well. Congratulations.

[DsGrouse]

Thank you all for the likes. I've spent the last couple of years plugging away at a story in my head. Today I wrapped up my preliminary outline of book 5 chapter 8. I am hoping I can hammer chapter 8's rough draft out by Tuesday.

When I finish book five it will be time to give book one an overhaul and get it ready for publication.

[bikeridertim]

Congratulations!!!

[DsGrouse]

The paperback version of 'Ghost's of Malta 'is live.

Malta. Alchemists, Saints, and Heroes have all made their way to this place, defended its walls, and added to its ranks of ghosts and lore.

Besieged, battered, and bombed, this archipelago has seen every tide of war, turmoil, and more than a few bits of piracy. It's also been the land of courage, resilience, and grace under fire.

Ten authors have set out to bring you tales of the ghosts of Malta past, present, and future. Open the pages and meet the ancient guardians, ghost cats, and interdimensional spies that will be your guide...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09Y4G2Z94

Please leave a review.

[DsGrouse]

Sometimes it is the small things that make your day.

[Hatchdog]

^^^^^^^

As Crocodile Dundee would say, “now that’s a picture”.

[DsGrouse]

Knight's of Malta is out! I have a short story in it. I've submitted a third, but I haven't heard if it has been accepted.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCHLL395/re ... HZJNQMV00F

[JEBar]

congrats indeed .... well done

[DsGrouse]

I've been plugging away over the last few months.

My second story, "Precursor" was accepted for Knights of Malta.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCHLL395

My third story "Family Matters" is still in queue, and they say it will be printed in Falcon's of Malta (yet to be released.)

My fourth story "Drover" went live today in Space Cowboys,

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWQPJYS8

A fifty-word short storybook went live on Monday. These are 50 words long, but complete stories based on picture prompts given out at Marscon in February.

https://amazon.com/dp/B0BW7Y5PP5

I have two more shorts besides "Family Matters" that I am waiting to hear back on. One is themed after Space Marines, and the other is themed after a pinup Photo by Hildebrant. I have my first novel with an editor now, I'm working through an in-depth read-through of book 2 as we speak.
Wish me luck.

[Hatchdog]

Good luck but you’re on a roll so hopefully the good luck is already with you. Pretty darn cool.

[Cofisher]

Grouse, many of us are avid readers. Your acceptance, and elevation to writer, makes us jealous, and truly inspired. Well done, brother. Looking forward to more.

[DsGrouse]

Coifisher, thank you

[DsGrouse]

I have two new ones that have come out:



Space Marines is an anthology about well, Marines in space.

Space Marines: My story "One Way Out"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C3Q432RS




Falcons of Malta is the latest book in the Maltese anthology (and likely the last for a long while)

My short is called: "Family Matters"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6WK752F

Some fresh links for everyone:

When you finish with Falcons of Malta, take the time to look at Raconteur Press's other Anthologies.
Space Cowboys: My story "Drover"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWQPJYS8
Postcards from Mars: My story "Spirit Delivery"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW7Y5PP5
Ghosts of Malta: My story "Finder"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YL22XTK
Knights of Malta: My story "Precursor"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCHLL395

[DsGrouse]

I signed my contract for another short story coming out. The premise is "pin-up noir." I don't have a firm date on its launch. But I will keep everyone up to date.

Friday my illustrator sent me the cover for book 4. Of my series. I like it a lot. I have book two with a continuity editor right now, after she is done it goes to my copy editor.

I have book 1 back from my copy editor, and once I clear comments from book two continuity editor I will work on book one.


Some where in there I have one novella and two more short stories to write.

[DsGrouse]

Coming June 23rd

[DsGrouse]

Final Cover for Pinup Noir.



Those of us who contributed to Space Cowboys received a wonderful review today.
For those that don't know, we live for reviews, and every review matters.
https://habakkuk21.blogspot.com/2023/06 ... 4414633469