Big news.
That’s really the only way to say it.
Big, huge, life-changing news.
I’ve sold Thorn of Dentonhill and A Murder of Mages (which, if you’ve been reading this blog for a while, I had been calling Maradaine Constabulary) to DAW Books, who are distributed by Penguin. As you can imagine, this is a huge deal for me.
If you’ve been following this blog for a while, then you probably know that I’ve been sticking to my guns about going the route of traditional publishing. People kept trying to sell me on the idea that you can’t get an agent, that you can’t break through and be signed by a major publisher, unless you already know someone or have an in. That it was impossible and in this day and age you should just forget it. Don’t bother, it can’t happen.
Yes it can.
If all goes according to plan, Thorn should be out before the end of 2014, and Mages by mid-2015.
I am beyond overjoyed. It’s been a long path to reach this point, where the journey can truly begin.
So glad we can _finally_ announce this.
Kudos and admiration! I’m going to have to go back on your blog and read more about the journey, but that’s me. Today’s all about you.
Congratulations. Not one book but two. It’s a streak!
Marshall,
Can you keep us posted as it goes? I’m interested to watch someone at a similar place who chose the other path.
Thanks for the inspiration.
Rob
Skip: thanks!
Rob: I should be posting on here about the process as it goes.
Well done on sticking to your guns and accomplishing your goal. Many congratulations to you! 🙂