Skyblade’s Gambit, unlike the Monkey Queen books, doesn’t lend itself to a “behind the scenes” blog post, mostly because it’s not jammed with pop culture references the way Michiko and Beth’s adventures are. I did have some observations, though, along with a Big Secret to reveal about the Skyblade Saga. So, I decided to write an FAQ about this first adventure for Annabel and Victorie. No spoilers this time, but if you were to read Skyblade’s Gambit first, I wouldn’t mind (and if you missed it, head to Amazon and get your copy!).
So, me fine pirate lads and lassies, hoist the mainsail, load yer pistolere, and find out more about the makin’ of this fine pirate treasure of a novella…after the cut! Yarrrr! Continue reading →
Starting off Sunday with this reminder: Skyblade’s Gambit, my new novella, is now available through Amazon! Be advised that as a Kindle Worlds book, it’s only available through Amazon’s US store. If you’re outside the US and want to get this book, leave a comment here or message me through my Facebook page; there is a workaround, and I’ll be glad to help you get your copy. More after the cut! Continue reading →
Today is the day! ARRRR! Buckle your swash and prepare to set sail! Skyblade’s Gambit, my new novella, is now available! Click here to get the first chapter of The Skyblade Saga! Can a pirate and a Navy officer rescue stolen treasure…while falling for each other? Find out now!
An important note: Due to restrictions of the Kindle Worlds program, Skyblade’s Gambit is only available through the U.S. Amazon store. You should be able to buy the ebook at that link even if you’re outside the U.S., but if you have any issues, contact me and I’ll see what I can do.
And don’t forget that Skyblade’s Gambit is part of the Plundered Chronicles, featuring a great selection of pirate stories inspired by the books of Alex Westmore! Click here for more info!
Time to take to the skies to seek treasure, adventure and romance! Be among the first to read the opening scenes of Skyblade’s Gambit after the cut! And check back tomorrow for the official release! Continue reading →
We’re just two days away from the December 1 launch of Skyblade’s Gambit, my new novella. There’ll be a preview tomorrow, but today, I wanted to share more information about the project that this novella is part of…after the cut. Continue reading →
The last four weeks, I’ve been working on and hinting at a secret project. At last, I’ve gotten the all-clear to announce it, so here goes…
Coming December 1, an all-new novella, with new characters and adventures…
Skyblade’s Gambit.
Captain Annabel Skyblade commands the Peregrine, the most feared pirate airship to sail the skies of Aldarre, plundering the rich and powerful. The rulers of the sky realms have had enough of her, and the kingdom of Cerindel has enlisted top Navy intelligence agent Victorie Brassfeld to capture the pirate, using a lure too strong to resist – a valuable, beautiful sapphire amulet.
But the amulet hides a great secret, and when it is stolen by sinister forces, Annabel and Victorie must join together to retrieve it. And as they face danger and adventure, they also have to face their feelings for each other, feelings they have never had before, when they discover…
Hearts can be stolen too.
I was honored to be asked to be part of this project – Skyblade’s Gambit is part of The Plundered Chronicles, the very first LGBT-themed Kindle Worlds, with stories inspired by the novels of Alex Westmore. My fellow writers and I are taking things in new directions, with adventure, romance, time travel, steampunk, dystopia…and airship pirates!
(Note that as a Kindle Worlds story, Skyblade’s Gambit will only be available through Amazon, and only as an ebook.)
There’ll be official previews and much coming up over the next few days, so stay tuned! I have a load of fun writing Skyblade’s Gambit, and I hope you have fun reading it…and that you’ll want more of Annabel and Victorie!
Five years ago today I sat on the edge of my bed, picked up my tablet, and typed the sentence, “It was another crappy Friday for Beth McGill.”
Since then, I’ve written six (shortish) novels, one (longish) novella, five novelettes, and eight short stories, with another novel in the works and other things in the planning stages. I’d guesstimate that I’ve written over 350,000 words in that time. Some of them have even been good ones. 😎
I’m glad that I’ve been able to do get these stories out of my head and into the world. I’m overjoyed when people read them and take the time to comment. And to my surprise, I keep coming up with ideas - new settings, new characters, and new ways to keep getting the old characters into and out of trouble.
If I had to look back over the past five years, though, and pick out the best thing that’s come to me from all this writing, it wouldn’t be the sense of accomplishment, as much as that means to me. It would be the people I’ve met, the friends I’ve made along the way. Fellow authors, fans, artists - they’re all a part of my life that goes beyond the page. And through them, I’ve become connected with an ever-growing number of wonderful people, and getting to know all of them has enlightened and brightened my life.
Today, I give my thanks to those new friends (and old ones), to the fans and readers, and to you for reading this. You are all cool, sweet and awesome.
I hope you stick around; I’m working to make Peavley Manor my best book yet, and I’m looking forward to sharing it, and the other stories yet to come, with all of you.
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