This morning, I compiled a spreadsheet from a list of notes. It was then sent to Jean Lowd at Creative James Media.

What was it? The few formatting errors and spelling/grammar issues I found in the proof copy of ‘Sword and Soul’.

Outside of promoting the series, the work of several years is now complete. And I’m okay with that.

I’m not saying there won’t be more books in Avoch. There likely will be. I have ideas floating around in my head. This initial trilogy, this expression of love and appreciation to my friends, has been in the works for 4 years. To have the final steps on book 3 done feels good.

It feels right.

I’ve had private feedback from one ARC reader that included, “…to have those kinds of friends!!!!” which reminded me just how much I care and love the people who originated the characters. I changed things, as the plot evolved, but I see the people who inspired the story much as Thia does. This is my found family. They are brothers and sisters that I’ve chosen and who chose me in return. They have my back, and I have theirs. None of us are perfect; we all have our own quirks. Life has done what it does and made it so some don’t make it to the gaming table as often.

That doesn’t mean we stop caring about each other. Because family isn’t about blood. It’s not about how often someone calls, texts, or stops by to say hello.

It’s about those who are there when you really need them. And I know they’ll answer if I call.

BB/Chan Eil Eagal Orm