Chapter 4, “Dipping Moods” is live over on Patreon! Subscription to this story is one of the perks that starts at the Twinkle tier ($4/month). Thanks to those who’ve chosen to read along! I’m grateful.
Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons
Category: Patreon
Bard & Barbarian
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. The story is being narrated by Travis Baldree. Ch64, “Empty Hours” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch60, “Portrait of a Lady” has 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 >>
ART: Cat & Crosser
Rhomiko Teasers. The monthly mailing for January includes Rhomiko, the unique person that Hisoka-sensei carried home after the events of Book 6. And because we’re getting closer to the release of Rhomiko and the Confirmed Bachelor, I’ve included an excerpt from Bk7 on the card’s reverse. To capture one for yourself, become a patron at the appropriate tier. Teaser:
Rhomiko is neither male nor female (non-binary), and it was fun to work with Mart to make sure their appearance sends mixed messages.
::twinkle::
Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons
Chapter 3, “Dress the Part.” With this and that, I didn’t get around to posting some of the most recent peeks at what’s going on in the serial that’s updating over on my Patreon. If you’re thinking of joining my supporters over there, it’s a pretty great time, perks-wise. Monthly updates on Kimi’s courtship … a new arc in Bard & Barbarian … and early teasers about my next series. ::eyebrow waggle::
Bard & Barbarian
Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch71: “Newel Post,” in which Imber gets his first glimpse of gnomes. They run the inn where Yarrow is checking for any letters that have arrived for the crew.
Bard & Barbarian
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. The story is being narrated by Travis Baldree. Ch63, “Twiggen Trapping” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch59, “Treasure Room” has 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 >>
December Mailings
Patrons and Perks. I’ve been away for a few weeks, being a semi-adventurous traveler, but now that I’m safely home & settling in for holiday shenanigans, I’m catching up. Some of the boxes that awaited my return held the art cards for December. This month’s regular mailing features art by Mart on a lovely linen paper. It’s the first in what will be a set of four commissions, and patrons have the chance to collect them all.
Kusunoki | art by Mart
Dichotomy Day is nearly upon us, and that means there’s also a Quarterly Art Card mailing. This time around, I chose another lettered piece by Asha, and for the first time, I splurged on gold foil. The results have given some serious shine to her favorite quote from Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal.
“Forgive my lack of eloquence…” | lettering by Asha
I’ll also mention that it’s “courting comb” season. This year’s selection features a phoenix.Those go out in January, but in order to qualify for the mailing, you’ll need to be at the appropriate tier (beacon or reliquary) for both December and January. So now’s the time to make that leap. Quantities are limited, and I do have a few leftovers from past year’s combs (fox, dragon, chrysanthemum).
Many thanks to everyone who supports my storytelling in such practical ways. I’m grateful. Always.
Bard & Barbarian
Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch70: “Horse Market,” the chapter that launches us into PART 3 of our adventure. One of the more notable changes is … at the ripe old age of three, Hoseki has reached (young) adulthood. ::twinkle::
Book Spine Bookmarks
Golden Tassels. One of the perks my patrons receive is a Quarterly Bubble Mailer, and this time around, I’m completing their set of book spine bookmarks. They’re hot off the presses & freshly tasseled.
Bard & Barbarian
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. The story is being narrated by Travis Baldree. Ch62, “Catch and Release” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch58, “Likeness” has 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 >>
Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons
Chapter 2, “The Daughters of Kikusawa Shrine” is live over on Patreon! Subscription to this story is one of the perks that starts at the Twinkle tier ($4/month). Thanks to those who’ve chosen to read along! I’m grateful.
The usual questions:
When does this story take place?
We pick up immediately where Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal left off, shortly after Kimi & Quen’s first televised kiss. (May of 4 N.S.)
How long are the chapters?
Nope, this isn’t one of those drabble stories. I’m treating Kimi2 like I would any novel in the Amaranthine Saga, so “full length” chapters.
Is becoming a patron the only way to read this story?
For now, yes. While I’m writing Kimi2, I’ll be posting the chapters for patrons to read. But once it’s complete, I’ll publish the book in its entirety.
How often do you post chapters?
At the moment, once a month. I may increase the pace after I wrap up Bard & Barbarian, which is also serialized on Patreon.
October Art Cards
Dazzle Tier and Up. I forgot to mention here that the art cards for October are extra special. To celebrate this month’s release of a Russian-language edition of Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox, I received permission from the publisher to use the cover art (by @artovbros). These 5×7″ prints have a pearl shimmer treatment. (So shiny!) If you want this Argent, go peruse the tier options on Patreon. Sparkle tier patrons, whose perk includes mail every other month, can expect to see this blaze-baring Argent in their mailboxes in November.
Bard & Barbarian
Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch69: “Toll,” because there is one. Also, this marks the end of Part 2 of Bard & Barbarian. Next month, Imber will set out with new goals.
Bard & Barbarian
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. The story is being narrated by Travis Baldree. Ch61, “Portals and Plots” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch57, “Picklock” has 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 >>
Kimiko and the Cycle of Moons
Ongoing! This subscription story is posting on my Patreon account. You can catch each chapter as the novel unfolds, starting at the Twinkle tier ($4/month). Check out the tiers & choose one that suits your fancy! ::twinkle::
FORTHRIGHT 