Great Feedback from Beta Readers
Hey everyone! Jim and I have got some awesome news to share about “MisGuided.” Our beta readers have been giving us fantastic feedback, and the most important thing we heard is that they think it’s funny. Phew. Seriously. Straight-up Phew.
Because, at the end of the day, we want to entertain you. Knowing we made people laugh is the best feeling. This one is a pretty wild ride, so there may have been a touch of apprehension — did we go too far this time?
Probably, but at least people are laughing.
Revising and Formatting with Vellum
Right now, we’re deep into revising the manuscript and plugging it into a program called Vellum. If you don’t know, Vellum helps us format the book for print and Kindle. It’s another chance to see the words in a different way, which is super helpful. But let me tell you, it’s a grind. Every chapter needs close attention, and it’s not exactly a walk in the park.
Still, we know it’s worth it.
This is the Vellum interface. It’s Godlike.
Working on Cover Designs
While we’re slogging through Vellum, we’re also brainstorming cover designs. We want something that fits right in with the look of the other two books but also stands out on its own. The ideas we’re tossing around are really creative, and we’re excited about how it’s all coming together.
We use Canva to put together brainstorms
Looking Ahead to Release
So, here’s where we stand: we’re aiming for an early July 9th release date with pre-orders starting in June (hopefully June 7). It’s a crazy rush, but sometimes moving fast and embracing the chaos leads to better ideas. It’s intense, but seeing “MisGuided” come together makes it all worthwhile. This is a really unique story.
Wrapping Up
Thanks for sticking with us through this wild ride. We’re so grateful for your support and can’t wait to share “MisGuided” with you. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the release date. The next few months are going to be exciting, and we’re glad to have you along for the journey.
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