Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch38, “Trellis.” Because he’s a valued member of the crew, and Imber needs to understand why. ::twinkle::
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ART: Nestmates
Akira and Suuzu. They’re the closest of friends, the lifelong sort. And their story threads straight through the Amaranthine Saga. We haven’t had art of them since they were in middle school, so it was time for an update.
“Nestmates” | art by FoxOfTwilight
Quarterly Art Card. As most of you are probably aware, I create art cards as thank yous for my patrons. More and more, I’ve begun including story snippets on them. Little scenes or outtakes. The next Quarterly Art Card will go out in March, coinciding with the vernal equinox, and THIS is the art I chose to feature. AND I’ve written a scene to go with it, just a private moment between Akira and Suuzu, set near the end of Fumiko and the Finicky Nestmate. Completely original. So if you want MOAR of these nestmates, I hope you’ll consider joining the ranks of supporters over on Patreon >>
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Twinkle Press Presents | art by FoxOfTwilight
Narrated Edition. Bard and Barbarian has been posting slow and steady over on my Patreon account. Reading along is great, but supporters on some tiers can now listen along. Ch25, “Fidelio” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch21, “Precocial” just unlocked for the Twinkle and Sparkle tiers.
New narrated chapters will arrive every other Wednesday, which means … there’s always something more to look forward to! Learn more about my Patreon here >>
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Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch37, “Together We Fare.” In which our bard does bardic things. ::twinkle::
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Twinkle Press Presents | art by FoxOfTwilight
Narrated Edition. Bard and Barbarian has been posting slow and steady over on my Patreon account. Reading along is great, but supporters on some tiers can now listen along. Ch24, “Unfinished Business” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch20, “New Members” just unlocked for the Twinkle and Sparkle tiers.
New narrated chapters will arrive every other Wednesday, which means … there’s always something more to look forward to! Learn more about my Patreon here >>
Lunar New Year
Patreon Perk. As I mentioned in this post, I’m readying a special mailing for qualifying patrons because the Emergence (in the Amaranthine Saga) coincides with the Lunar New Year. So it’s an annual treat! Those who join at the appropriate tiers during the month of February will receive a red envelope & lucky coins. (Reminder: those at the Twinkle tier need to request the mailing! Automatic inclusion begins at the Sparkle tier.) Thanks, as always, for your support here, there, and wherever you find my stories!
Cover Reveal
Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons (Amaranthine Interludes, #2). To help celebrate the Lunar New Year, which coincides with the Emergence in the Amaranthine Saga, I’m unveiling the official book cover for the upcoming serial, Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons, which will be told over on my Patreon once we reach the Community Goal of 400 supporters. It will be available to those pledging $4/month or more. That’s the Twinkle tier! ::twinkle::
“Loosely based on the old Amaranthine tale, ‘The Wolf and the Moon Maiden,’ this serial will involve three sisters, twelve pledges, and the long-awaited stirring of a sleeping landmark.“
When does the story take place?
Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons picks up where Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal leaves off, following the entirety of Quen & Kimi’s courtship.
So just the kisses?
No, no. The whole Miyabe family gets involved, and stuff’s definitely happening in the vicinity of Kikusawa Shrine … AND at the Starmark compound … AND at New Saga High School. I can promise lots of familiar faces and a few hoped-for answers to longstanding questions. ::twinkle::
How long before the story kicks off?
That’s up to you guys, really. My community goal is 400 patrons, and as of this posting, we’re sitting at 159 … which is aaalmost 40%. So it may take a little time. Or it could go lickity-split. Thanks to everyone who’s excited for more Kimi/Quen moments.
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Twinkle Press Presents | art by FoxOfTwilight
Narrated Edition. Bard and Barbarian has been posting slow and steady over on my Patreon account. Reading along is great, but supporters on some tiers can now listen along. Ch23, “Lullaby Boy” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch19, “Alteration of Years” just unlocked for the Twinkle and Sparkle tiers.
New narrated chapters will arrive every other Wednesday, which means … there’s always something more to look forward to! Learn more about my Patreon here >>
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Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch36, “Not Long.” Time flows differently, depending on your perspective.
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Twinkle Press Presents | art by FoxOfTwilight
Narrated Edition. Bard and Barbarian has been posting slow and steady over on my Patreon account. Reading along is great, but supporters on some tiers can now listen along. Ch22, “Dolly” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch18, “Rally Roar” just unlocked for the Twinkle and Sparkle tiers.
New narrated chapters will arrive every other Wednesday, which means … there’s always something more to look forward to! Learn more about my Patreon here >>
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Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch35, “Nest and Swarm.” Imber puts his ranger training and his bardic training to good use.
Lunar New Year
Patreon Tradition. For the second year in a row, I’ll be prepping a special Lunar New Year mailing, with red envelopes and lucky coins. This is a Patreon exclusive, available to folks starting at the Twinkle tier ($4/month) … and goes out automatically to those who are at the Sparkle tier ($14/month) right on up through Dazzle, Beacon, and Reliquary tiers. ::twinkle::
In the Amaranthine Saga, the Emergence was timed to coincide with the Lunar New Year. (Yes, wolves were definitely involved in that decision.) This is a simple way for me to celebrate the anniversary with you. It’s an international event, after all.
Consider joining the ranks of supporters. Exclusive stories, courting gifts, art cards, story snippets, first peeks, and real mail. You can read about other perks over here >>
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Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch34, “Earning Epithets.” Orders are orders, but Imber has yet to understand what’s in a name. Methinks he’s been underestimating his friends.
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Twinkle Press Presents | art by FoxOfTwilight
Narrated Edition. Bard and Barbarian has been posting slow and steady over on my Patreon account. Reading along is great, but supporters on some tiers can now listen along. Ch21, “Precocial” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch17, “Tell Me a Secret” just unlocked for the Twinkle and Sparkle tiers.
New narrated chapters will arrive every other Wednesday, which means … there’s always something more to look forward to! Learn more about my Patreon here >>
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Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch33, “Finest of the Fine.” As they near the destination of their side quest, Imber tries to coax information out of local fey. The little gossips.
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