Progress is being made, even if it’s got very little to do with me.
Status
The Wizard’s Cat
The manuscript is with the editor. She’s taking her time and doing it up right. It’ll be a little longer before it’s back but I expect it by mid-month. Ditto cover. Waiting on the artist but expect that soon, too.
Everything Else
Nada. I’m letting the world spin on its own for a bit. See more about what’s going on below.
What Am I Reading?
I did a lot of catch up with some series in progress but picked up a clever take on cozy fantasy and inhaled the three existing volumes over the course of a few days.
I’m a sucker for a good magic system and Delemhach has set up a fun take on how a wizard’s power gets implemented in The House Witch. It doesn’t hurt that the main character, Finlay Ashowan and company, bring just the right level of humor, action, and interaction to a rich feast of a story.
Did I mention he’s a cook? Yeah. Icing on the cake.
But don’t take my word for it. Grab a sample and see if this is the story you’ve been hungry for, too.
About the Newsletter
I publish a newsletter every month on the 15th. You don’t need to subscribe to get the mid-month update. You can find them archived on my newsletter’s public page at Kit.
Looking Forward
October was a month for recuperation. I knew I was running on fumes toward the end of August but had no idea how deeply I’d dug into my reserves. Getting the book off my desk took a massive load off. I spent the month playing games and reading. Along with an extended series of dental procedures to repair some of the damage the radiation did to my teeth. I thought I’d dodged a bullet but apparently it only needed time to become apparent. It took part of September and most of October but it’s done for now. We’ll revisit in January.
The “two out of three” walking days managed to hang on through October. Even when I missed a walking day, I made it up by walking on the not-walking one. I celebrated 120 miles in 3 months yesterday.
Bottom line, I’m in much better shape now than I was a month ago. I still have a lot of ground to make up in terms of getting my physical and mental health in order but I’m feeling good about the prospects going forward. We’ll just have to see how it all shakes out this month.
Until next month, safe voyage.
I enjoyed the House Witch. I am also pleased to learn that the Cat should be coming in time for Christmas. The Butler is a book that I pick up once at least once a year since you published it.
Take care of yourself and know that your self and the novels you write are very appreciated in my household.
I am anxiously waiting for that Cat .
I look forward to your monthly updates and really appreciate all the that you do!!
I loved reading the House Witch it was a bit whimsical and made me laugh.
Am glad you are getting some much needed rest both physically and mentally.
Till next month
V
Dear Nathan,
As usual, after reading your blog posts, I checked out your “What I am reading” recommendation and greatly enjoyed the House Witch (currently reading one of the spin offs)… And it leaves me wondering if/how the Wizard’s cat will relate to Kraken 😉
Hope you’ll keep going well/better and waiting for the Wizard’s Cat.
Best
Thanks for the update!
I read The House Witch and was hooked! Thank you for spreading the word!
I hope that your health continues to get better.
Best wishes
Erin
I’m so pleased that the cat is on its’ way to us readers! Well done for persevering. I can’t wait to find out what happens. Wishing you well for your health.
Very pleased to hear about the cat, not so much about the dental work. Radiation is brutal to humans, being all soft & squishy as we are. Stay well.
V. pleased that the Cat is finally sauntering in our direction. We’ll see if a Christmas appearance is possible. Best wishes on your various recoveries!