This week I’m back to writing after the Christmas break.

I'm working on Guild of Assassins Book 4 and the third Ravenglass Guardians novel, this time focusing on the Seekers faction.

On Patreon, I'm letting readers decide what gets posted next—options include:

– Guild of Assassins 4

– The Silent Watcher

– The Sentinel’s Mercy

– A wacky side-project

I also talk about upcoming January releases, including:

– Broken Wings (Ravenglass Throne: Part 11) – January 19

– The Ravenglass Throne: Parts 5–8 Boxed Set – January 30

– The Ravenglass Throne: Parts 1–4 audiobook now live on Audible

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It’s a brand new year, and in this week’s Author Diary I share my plans for 2026.

Over the Christmas break, I wrote several short stories, including a new Soren tale set in the Guild of Assassins universe, now live on Patreon.

I’m currently on Chapter 7 of Guild of Assassins Book 4, and looking ahead to the spring launch of The Prince and the Fool. I’ll also be wrapping up The Ravenglass Throne releases this year—with Book 1’s audiobook now live on Audible!

Other updates include:

– RAF Dragon Corps will remain a Patreon-exclusive for now

– Ravenglass Guardians series continues—two books finished, third underway

– Boxed sets coming in 2026 for:

– Punks Versus Zombies

– The Ravenglass Throne

– Ravenglass Legends (Books 1–3)

– Guild of Assassins (Books 1–3)

My release schedule for retail will depend on fitting around my wife’s editing availability, as she’s kindly squeezing me in between her paid clients.

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In this special year-end episode, I take a look back at 2025, reflecting on the high points, challenges, and key milestones in my author career.

I walk through the year month by month, revisiting the projects I launched, the goals I met (and missed), and everything I’ve learned along the way.

Thank you for being part of the journey—wishing you all the best for an exciting and creative 2026!