I'm very late in making this post, but I finished the first draft of the Prophecies of Zarune, Volume 2. I actually finished it on February 28, 2025. I was in a funk and had only written 32,000 words as of December 17, 2024. That was over the course of several months.
I finally sat my butt down and figured out the full plot for volume's 2 and 3. Once I knew what I wanted to say, the words came to me. Over the next 2.5 months, I wrote 82,000 (rounded) words and finished the first draft at 114,000 (rounded) words.
After a week of editing it, I sent it to my sister and close friend, as well as my wife, for them to read and give me feedback. Once they read it, I'll edit it again, then find beta readers to send it to.
The one issue I'm facing is the ending of Volume 2. This book has several storylines happening simultaneously and I know I've wrapped two of the three of very well for this book, while still teasing more to come in the final to the trilogy.
My issue is with the third storyline. I'm not sure it's the most satisfying for a reader, but to change it means adding probably four to five chapters and another 6,000 - 10,000 words and I'm not sure I want to do that either.
I've been mulling over what I'd write if I add to it and may do it because it's bothering me, then see what my readers say when deciding whether to leave it as is or add in the new material.
I also need to come up with a title for the sequel. I have a working title, but I don't love it. I also need to think of cover art. That's a struggle because I want something eye-catching, but that doesn't spoil this book or Relentless Blades. So much to do, but it's fun! Stay tuned...
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