There's been a development...

And it's THRILLING

Reader Friends!

I know I said I wasn’t going to send out another missive in June. But holy smokes, there’s some stuff that happened that I absolutely HAD to share about! Make sure you read to the bottom, because there is a huge new development you can be a part of!

ROMANTASY ILLUSTRATED is featuring an EXCLUSIVE first look at AN ALLIANCE OF ASH AND JADE in their Volume 8 magazine! I am over-the-moon thrilled! This is such a huge honor to have my book chosen from among all the submissions. If you want a copy of the magazine, or any of their bookish merch, I’ve been given a special code to share with you all that will get you 10% off your purchase. Punch in SKELLY10 at check out for your discount. Their website is HERE.

Do please be aware that some of the books they feature do skew into spicy territory, so just make sure you’re reading to your own comfort. The entire first chapter of AN ALLIANCE OF ASH AND JADE will be included, along with delicious artwork by Swortoi and Chicklendoodle.

I’ll be at Realm Makers in just over a week! If you’re in the St. Louis area, and enjoy books, fantasy, and making new bookish friends, I definitely recommend you pop over to their Expo. You can also get an early copy of AN ALLIANCE OF ASH AND JADE or THE RAT KING on the Quill & Flame table. ;) KISS & TELL will also be available!

OR

Sunday, June 28, from 1:00-4:00pm, I’ll be at the Springfield (Missouri) Barnes & Noble. They will also be carrying early copies of AN ALLIANCE OF ASH AND JADE and THE RAT KING in their store as long as supplies last. It’s a fabulous chance to snag early copies (or to come say hi! because I love seeing all of you in person!). I believe they’re also having a K-Pop Pop Up that day in the store, too, so there will be other fun activities you can do, too!

You know how AN ALLIANCE OF ASH AND JADE is going to be produced as an anime? The time is drawing near. The Lumiview is expanding; it’s gearing up for launch. You guys, this new platform is going to be insane. I’ve been invited in as a creator, and to say that I am blown away by the sheer magnitude, brilliance, and scope of this new ecosystem would be an understatement. And the even better news, is that YOU can join in on these early stages if you want to. This isn’t just going to be a streaming platform—this is a whole world you can join and immerse yourself into. This is story at a whole new level.

If you want to pop over to explore a bit more, scan the QR code below:

or use this link: https://lumiview.app/join/LV00000046

So why did I sign my stories over to Lumiview? It wasn’t only because having a book turned into a film adaption was that far-off reaching dream that nearly every author has. It’s true—it was one of those wild ambitions that floated through my head as an early writer, “Wow. What if?” But Lumiview is more than that. Lumiview has offered me a partnership in telling my stories. They are taking MY story and leaving it MY story. They’re not adding tons or taking away tons. It’s still my book with the heart of my story. And that’s important to me.

I was never so desperate to have my books turned into film that I was willing to sign anywhere. My books have had nibbles several sizeable places over the years. But Lumiview feels different in a significant way. They’re not looking to just churn out content that’s bingeable, consumable, and forgettable. They are looking for content that is good in its own right. Stories that are powerful, meaningful, and stay with you long after you finish.

Those are the books I want to write.

Those are the stories I want to watch.

I’d encourage you to check it out. I really do think this is going to be epic.

I hope this finds you well and enjoying the buzz of summer!

And I hope to have more exciting updates for you in July! See you then. :)

Cheers!
-AJ

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AJ Factoid: I’m re-watching Pursuit of Jade.

Again.