Okay, let’s get right down to the nitty gritty! Do I have a publication date? No! I don’t.
Am I close to providing one? Yes! Yes I am. I imagine I’ll know once I hire an editor after my alphas have read it in the next 4-16 weeks (no I can’t be more precise +P).
If you’re still reading, I’m going to go into more depth with all the speculation. If you’re pissed and ready to stab me with your stylus, well, aim away from the eyes as I’m learning to paint and I already suck with both intact.
ONTO BOOK INFO:
On Tuesday, I’ve promised to send–I’m gonna call her Alpha One–the third or fourth to last chapter of the book. The next three/four chapters will be sent as they’re completed to Alpha One. This process could be anywhere from 4-16 weeks. Send good vibes my way for four. If you’re wondering how many words or chapters, read the next paragraph. If not, skip!
Technically, by Tuesday, Alpha One will receive chapter 16. But I am probably going to split up chapters when I revise the entire book. Atm, there’s 19 or 20 chapters. I expect that to expand. It’s already contracted too much heh (from 31 to 20). I don’t know how many words because I’ve stopped using Scrivener (a writing program) and started to use word 2013 (Do not buy this. It’s the worst ever and I”m sorry I paid for it! >8(). I’ll guesstimate the wordcount at 90,000 total (depending on how much I cut). So, four more chapters. The last two chapters have taken 3 weeks and 4 weeks/ each, respectively. But, final two chapters (which is final chapter + epilogue) are mapped out pretty well in my head!
That’s where we are with NSI.
What else am I doing? I have another story-fantasy–that I’ve also started with a character named Tom(I don’t have much done on that). Shatterproof has about 5k words written for it and on my downtime.
Well, that’s another issue of Updates from Dani. You can leave the comments down below and, as always, tomatoes thrown will be made into soup–possibly a bisque if I’m feeling fancy and haven’t burned the kitchen down with my other attempts at cooking–and any and all complaints are registered and promptly forgotten.
PS: I dunno if you know this, but I’m always open to questions.
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20 comments
Sharon
I’ve just started rereading Shattered Glass and I’m glad that there are more books in the works. I’m definitely looking forward to reading them.
Wicked
Thanks for the update! I have been so busy this summer the wait is really not to bad. I actually just started writing a book myself, I’m using OpenOffice. Funny thing is though that I seem to write better in my car and it has leather seats, so that sucks. But I sure hope you get the book done before winter gets here. I have a couple books that I’m dying to read (yours included) So I’m like a kid that can’t wait til Christmas gets here. I keep thinking I know for sure I’ll have these book to read by then so I’ll have great reads this winter. *Hugs*
Michelle Yott
Hi, I am glad to hear that you are well and that NSI is nearing completion.I am eagerly awaiting the chance to read it but I have no complaints regarding how long it is taking.. I would rather you take the time and create something you are satisfied with, than rush and always feel it doesn’t meet with your standards. I think any artistic/creative person would understand and feel the same. You have created this amazing world and we are very lucky that you have chosen to share it with us. Oh and I recently have gotten into painting also. It is a lot of fun and if you stick with it you do improve (at least that is what I keep telling myself lol)
Stella Matta
no tomatoes, I need them to my cooking… Dani you can take all the time you need I’m here rereading and rereading Shattered Glass… big kisses from Italy
rdafan7
Thanks for the updates…I’m soooooooo geeked for NSI….I did say I want a paperback book also, didn’t I?? What medium are you painting in? What subject matter?
Any more info on the Tom story you can share?
Now, back to writing!
Dani Alexander
It will be available in paperback, don’t worry. =)
I digital paint as a medium and the subject matter is all kinds of things. Mostly forms and human anatomy. =)
Tom’s story is based on magic/witchcraft and set in modern times so UF? Gritty and funny with an obnoxious MC (my favorite kind).
Temple
Even though we are all waiting impatiently – don’t worry about us. Use that energy to finish those books!!!!! If you ever need a beta reader for future reference – I’m your girl.
Niki
Thank you for the update I cant wait to read NSI I sincerely hope that your writing mojo gets a good flow going to make it in 4 weeks!! I’m so excited for the book!!! You are one of the best mm authors I’ve encountered and I absolutely fell in love with Shattered Glass!!! Now that I’m on summer break I may have to reread it again!!!
Christina Scott Wade
if it means that not so innocent will be as good as shattered glass, take all the time you need! 🙂
cLxsebi
Thank you Dani for updating us your fans,
I dun ker if the book will be out next year, as long as it will get publish, he he
Good luck! FIGHTING!
Saskie-
thank you for update. I look forward the fantasy story
jilrene
Thanks! I will send happy karma your way. 🙂
dacey
So… I read Santino Hassell because of the interview you did. (Thanks btw 🙂 Do you have any authors you can recommend while we not so patiently wait for 4 (yay) to 16 (blerg) weeks to pass? Pretty please?
Dani Alexander
Hey Dacey, other authors? Aleks Voinov, Kaje Harper, Jordan Castillo Price =D. Depends on if you want fluffy or hard edged.
Olivia
Thanks for the update and take your time. Glad you are up and writing. That’s the most important part. And your updates almost as entertaining as your books 😉
Hanne
Thanks for the update, and I’m crossing my fingers and toes that it’ll be 4 weeks and not 16.
I’ll refrain from throwing anything at you, but will be drumming my fingers impatiently and also send good vibes your way in the hopes that we’ll be able to read NSI before the end of the year.
gigi
Thanks for the update!
Not going to throw tomatoes, so how about cucumbers? Or butternut squash? I do love a good roasted butternut squash and the name makes me laugh.
Dani Alexander
mmm butternut squash. I could eat that all day. Throw it. THROW IT!
Carnell
It’s getting good. It’s getting good. HEHEHE! 🙂
Thanks for the update Dani!! And good luck!!
Nicole
That’s great! Thank you for the update. We’re waiting patiently – or not…. Go on, I’ll cross my fingers!