Ending the year strong...

Well, 2020 has been a year for the history books, hasn't it? And it is easy to want to kiss it goodbye for good.

But I don't really like looking at things that way for very long. The past couple months, I have really tried to make the most of this crazy year, and look for the good. There were a lot of things that I wanted to happen that didn't come to pass. There were a lot of dark things, a lot of isolation, a lot of fear and loss. There is no doubt about that.

But there have been some unexpected blessings as well. A lot of time with my wife and our baby boy. Time to focus more on writing. And more time than usual for contemplation and a few simple joys.

I hope that whatever this year has brought you, that you are able to find some good in the midst of these hard times. Even if it is as simple as a really good story.

Perhaps it's because they came out in December originally. But this time of year, I always get in the mood to rewatch LOTR. Always the Extended Editions!

And the simplicity and beauty of the Shire really got me this time around. But in 2020, I think my favorite moment would have to be this one:

How about you? What stories are hitting the spot for you right now? Let me know by replying to this email. I would love to hear from you!

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Writing Update

At any rate, there are a couple more weeks left in the year, and I have writing to do.

The Well of Shadows is 95% complete. I am days away from finishing.

Reaching the end has been a bit of a ride. Some days, I find myself pushing hard to reach the end, and other days, I move slower, already sad that these are some of the final scenes I will spend with these characters that have dominated so much of my thoughts the past few years.

Only a few more chapters left...

In other news, the cover is complete. And you all will get a peak at it very soon! It looks incredible and I am so excited for you to see it.

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