A Busy Week

The cover of Stars Die (featuring a cubist painting of a parliament with a black silhouette of a woman in a trenchcoat in front of it) against a background of a luxury apartment overlooking a futuristic city

Thanks for popping in for a visit. It feels a lot like you’ve dropped in for a cup of tea, and I’ve left you to wander in the garden while I jot down an idea before it escapes. For me, this website is a nice balance between being sociable as an author and losing myself in my writing. I’m glad you could join me.

It’s been a very stressful few days. Release weeks are, but launching a new series takes it to a whole new level. Thank goodness you loved Stars Die. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your reviews. Not only do they prompt Amazon to put the book in front of more readers like you, but they encourage me to keep writing. I cannot express how much your reviews mean. Thank you.

I’ve been reading I Ran Away to Evil by Mystic Neptune. It is as warmly comforting as a hug. To everyone who recommended it as cozy fantasy – you’re the best!

The Dragon’s Gambit (Book 1, The Underkeepers) by Hankthemoose wasn’t as cozy, but it is an enjoyable progression fantasy. I like scrappy heroes who strive to grow, but also remain loyal to their friends.

What have you been reading (apart from Stars Die, of course 😉 )?


If you’re interested in the state of the publishing industry, Jane Friedman has been reporting on it for years. I’m subscribed to her paid newsletter and love seeing it arrive in my inbox. It’s always full of fascinating trends, opinions, and happenings. However, she’s also starting a free version. I’m not sure of the details, so I recommend checking out her website.

Next week I hope to share a writing-related post. I have a topic in mind that’s been bothering me. LOL I’m generous like that. If it’s bothering me, I’ll share it with you 😉


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8 responses to “A Busy Week”

  1. Deborah F Avatar
    Deborah F

    I was so excited to download your new book. Loved it! I have pre-ordered the next two and look forward to enjoying them! Thank you so much for sharing your gift of storytelling with us.

    1. Jenny Schwartz Avatar

      Wonderful! Thanks, Deborah. I’m loving writing this series and so grateful that people’s enthusiasm means I can continue living in it 😀 in my imagination at least!

  2. James Platt Avatar

    Enjoyed Stars Die. Fun new world you have created. Pre ordered the next one and look forward to see where Vanda and Giddy go from here. Thanks for all you do.

    1. Jenny Schwartz Avatar

      Thanks, James! I am so relieved everyone is enjoying this new world of the Realm because it’s an absolute joy to write in. It almost feels self-indulgent. Should work be this much fun? 😉

  3. Ailsa n’ha Winifreyda Avatar
    Ailsa n’ha Winifreyda

    Just loved the first instalment of this series. Once again you have crafted a beautifully nuanced world populated by intriguing characters. And of course a few multi level conundrums to solve. Thank

    1. Jenny Schwartz Avatar

      You caught me just as I was about to head off into my Caldryn world again – I am so RELIEVED you and everyone are enjoying it. I put so much love into creating this world as a safe space; not without its problems, but safe.

  4. James Platt Avatar
    James Platt

    When work is fun, that is the ideal. One of the main reasons I still work some now that I am retired is that I do enjoy much of it. Since I am retired, I can choose the parts i enjoy.

    1. Jenny Schwartz Avatar

      Perfect! 🙂

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