Week 43 of 2023
Greetings all
Most falls, I get a cold. It knocks me back for a bit. This week was the week for that. I got almost no writing done, though I did get a number of side projects done, including some work on my website. I’ve been adding some things in preparation for the release of Farewell, My Ugly, which comes out on November 7th.
Did I mention Farewell, My Ugly comes out on November 7th? In that case, it’s time for a cover reveal. Check this out, again from J. Caleb Designs. It’s brilliant, as usual.
I spent this week trying to write on a number of projects. I got some words written here and there, but not much. I’m finally on the other side, though, so this will be a great week.
I did manage to get a bunch of books priced and organized. The store is taking shape. Next week, I’ll have more pictures. We’re only about 3 weeks from opening day.
Exciting times!
Also exciting is for the third time ever, the Texas Rangers advanced to the World Series. The first major league sporting event I ever attended was a Rangers game back in 1974 or so. The stadium was wretched, but I loved it and ran around in all sorts of places I shouldn’t have.
I still recall the names of Toby Harrah (who would’ve been a huge player in today’s time with his excellent walk rate), Jeff Burroughs, Fergie Jenkins, Charlie Hough, and even Lenny Randle and Frank Lucchesi. They weren’t good teams, but they’ve been my team since I had a team.
So, to coin a phrase, #GoAndTakeIt.
With that, I’m going to cut this short. I’ve got bunches of stuff to catch up on, and I’ll get a bit more written tonight. Have a great week.
What I’m Listening To
No football so far tonight. Spending time with the wife and mom-in-law watching older Midsomer Murders. Man, I wonder what the homicide per 100,000 rate is there. Is it worse or better than Cabot Cove?
Happenings in Anthony
Not much to report, as I was in the house all week.
Quote of the Week
Happy OK Corral Day!!! Which of course makes me think of Tombstone, and that makes this week’s quote obvious.
“I’m your huckleberry.”
– Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday.
Rob’s Riddles
I have a Patreon where I write Old English style riddles and provide snippets of my work. You can find it here: patreon.com/rhodri2112, along with a sample riddle.
First Line of Next Riddle:
I have been shot, shadowing my memory
Latest Snippet: Chapter 1 of The Eyes of a Doll.
New Mythology Works in Progress
I’m pleased to announce the 2024 FantaSci Short Story Contest. Get the details here: chriskennedypublishing.com/2023/03/28/2024-fantasci-short-story-contest/.
Of note, this now includes our recent releases, so if you’re not sure what we’ve put out lately, you can go here and check.
Rob’s Works in Progress
- Sowing Spring’s Wrath (3,213)
- Ruriksaga (52,626)
- Rick Blaine (8,845)
- The Feasting of Vengeance (3,405)
Upcoming Events
- 20Books to 50K, November 6-10, Las Vegas, NV
20booksvegas.com - Planet Comicon, March 8-10, Kansas City, KS
planetcomicon.com/
New Releases
Get Where Now the Rider here: amazon.com/dp/product/B0CK6Q8TYV.
This week we have more from the amazing D.T. Read. She’s got book 2 in her Sergey Chronicles series, entitled Echoes of Issel. Get it here: amazon.com/dp/product/B0CL8CRY38.
And it’s time for more Salvage Title adventures! This week’s pre-order is Salvage Search, which you can get here: amazon.com/dp/B0CLR91ZWF.
Tracked Items
Today’s Weight: 357.8
Updated Word Count: Accounting mostly done. Well over 300k. Exact count net week.
Firehall Sagas Archives: 749 entries
Have a great week, everyone.
Rob Howell
Creator of the Firehall Sagas Universe
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