Book 5

Good news and bad news.  The Good news is that Book 5 is progressing well and all of my beta readers have decided that it isn't terrible.  One even thinks it is the best one yet.  My writing is matured and the fart jokes are far more intricate than ever before.  

The bad news is that I'm slipping on my dates and my effort to have 3 books out this year is rapidly fading.  My expectation at this point is the second week of Jan.  You may not know it, but I work to support our valiant health care workers and that means I've been busy lately.  That had been complicating my writing and editing schedule.  

One of these books I'll be able to quit and go full time, but I wouldn't feel right leaving everyone in the lurch with the pandemic about so I'm trying to do everything.  Slowly.  

I do have the cover for Book 5 and it is great.  I can't wait to release my next book and let you guys read through the next arc of Jim's story.  

Comments

  1. NaughtTellerDecember 17, 2020 at 4:53 AM

    While I can't wait to get my hands on it, I rather prefer quality over quantity, so clearly, take the time you need to make this the best possible. If one more week means more laugh, fun, excitment and adventures, it is fine by me.
    Make it the best possible, whatever the time needed, I am sure we can all find things to occupy ourselves in the meantime.

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  2. Roger3592December 17, 2020 at 4:42 PM

    Totally cool man still great speed on the writing

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  3. Galuf1024December 17, 2020 at 7:27 PM

    I found this series last week, and read the whole series in three days. You did an excellent job creating an exciting and engaging world. I've spent the last several days trying to find more books like your series, but most of them haven't caught my attention and I've given up on them by about chapter 4. All that to say I'm eagerly anticipating your next book, but take your time and make it the best you can.

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  4. UnknownDecember 20, 2020 at 3:28 AM

    Just finished book 4! I loved the whole series so far, and being able to listen to it on audible was cool to!

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  5. UnknownDecember 20, 2020 at 1:36 PM

    I listened to the first four books all last week, and I ended up here because I was doing a Google search for book 5. I love when I find series that I enjoy and I can share them with my pre-teen and teenaged sons also.

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  6. UnknownDecember 24, 2020 at 9:55 PM

    Jim? That's a stupid name.

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  7. 1StewDecember 28, 2020 at 12:41 PM

    Are there some Maps some place maybe on the back of a napkin or something you could post?

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  8. UnknownDecember 28, 2020 at 2:05 PM

    Quality over quantity. Just make it the best you can

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  9. UnknownDecember 28, 2020 at 3:05 PM

    I just started this series a week ago. I have listened to all for on audible, I have to say this is one of the best book series in the genre. I know you are a busy person, but how long after release will the audiobook be available?

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    1. UnknownDecember 29, 2020 at 4:36 AM

      With the audiobook release.. I’m trying to remember, think a month or two? I listen to the audiobooks because I work quite a bit and have a long commute - only time to read! Soo I get it. My teenage son and I somehow bond over The Jim and have been doing the hurry up to wait thing too. But I understand demanding work - this year has been a practice in reprioritizing.

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  10. UnknownDecember 29, 2020 at 7:53 AM

    You are awesome! You can do it! Also, my wife and mother-in-law are a nurses and I thank you for your efforts to help the profession during this pandemic. Don't give up! I love your writing. I have not laughed out loud so hard at a book in a long time. I am very excited to keep reading your stories.

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  11. McRantinDecember 30, 2020 at 7:46 AM

    Good stuff. Looking forward to it.

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  12. UnknownJanuary 8, 2021 at 1:12 PM

    My birthday is Sunday......start of week 2 in January....might be a great time to release a book.....just a thought....lol.....love the series!!!!!

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  13. UnknownJanuary 13, 2021 at 9:41 AM

    One of the most compelling parts of the series is seeing the writing progress as the main character does. It’s an unbeatable combination. Thanks for sharing your stories!
    What’s the secret to such rapid output?

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  14. Jack-of-all-hobbiesJanuary 13, 2021 at 11:44 PM

    Sounds awesome! Really looking forward to reading book 5. Any chans you're going to make another blog post with a release date?

    Regards

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  15. The GoatJanuary 25, 2021 at 12:36 PM

    I'm waiting with great anticipation for book 5. Book 4 had so many elements of surprise and a couple of twists I absolutely didn't expect. I had no idea litrpg was this hysterically funny in addition to being captivating.

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  16. UnknownJanuary 27, 2021 at 8:12 AM

    Don't suppose you need any more beta readers...? 😘

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  17. UnknownJanuary 29, 2021 at 5:12 AM

    Just wanted to say that yours is the only book that I've checked on daily to see if it's come out. Even for other books that get delayed for an unknown amount of time, I don't check daily and usually just wait for them to come out.

    Thanks for making a great series that I look forward to continuing!

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  18. UnknownJanuary 31, 2021 at 7:57 AM

    As a healthcare worker thank you for looking out for us.
    The no town series has been what's been helping me get through this pandemic.

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  19. Bob YarberFebruary 1, 2021 at 8:57 PM

    Do we know if Ryan contracted Covid 19? Is all okay, no word is disturbing...

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  20. UnknownFebruary 4, 2021 at 9:40 PM

    You're amazing, and being a full time caregiver I understand. Stay strong brother!!

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  21. UnknownFebruary 8, 2021 at 6:14 AM

    Really enjoyed this series, and waiting with baited breath for book 5.

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  22. Books onlyFebruary 14, 2021 at 1:49 PM

    Amazing series can't wait for the others. I'll be honest with you though, I still want books 5 to 8 I would hate to wait to read the others if only book 5 is released. Take your time and release all four together. And thanks for your help in our time of need(the health care help you are providing). Later noobs

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  23. otaconFebruary 19, 2021 at 5:47 PM

    I just finished book 4 and I wanted to let you know that your story keeps getting better with every book. Truly a staggering amount of improvement from the first book which I found very entertaining, but a light read. I am on book 4 and feel like the story has just begun anew and I am excited to read the next one.

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