My Dearest Readers,
I trust this letter finds you well, and I pray you have not been scandalized by the goings-on at this so-called author office thus far. I promise you, dear reader, that things are looking up. Why? Well, because I’m here now.
Allow me to introduce myself properly: I am Rebecca Turner, formerly of the Dawnhurst-on-Severn constabulary, now the indispensable assistant to Kenneth A. Baldwin. Yes, you read that correctly. Kenneth, in a moment of rare brilliance, decided to enlist my unparalleled talents to manage his creative empire of historical fantasy novels. And let me tell you, it’s been quite the adventure.
Our collaboration began with a delightful interview over tea – my suggestion, naturally. Kenneth needed someone to keep his multitude of projects in line and who better than a woman with my experience and penchant for novels? After a few sharp exchanges and a test of wills, he saw the wisdom in my appointment. Now, I keep his creative whims in check while ensuring that he executes his ideas to perfection. I will accept nothing less.
Without further ado, let’s dive in to my new monthly accounting I will henceforth refer to as Rebecca’s Ledger.
Firstly, let’s discuss the Shards of Lafayette Trilogy. This historical fantasy series, set against the backdrop of WWI aviation, follows the adventures of Marcus, a young American combat pilot, and Jane, a British mechanic with a knack for magic. Their relationship forms the heart of the story, making it one of the most compelling historical fantasy books you’ll find. We’ve made significant progress on the second book, and it’s shaping up to be as riveting as the first, “Drops of Glass.” If I can keep Kenneth on track, we hope to publish the second installment this October. From what I understand, this is already a delay from his earlier publication date. Again, fear not, Rebecca Turner is now here to keep things on track. So with any luck, you’ll be diving into enchanting tales of WWI magic by All Hallow’s Eve.
On to Project Foxglove, a delightful new musical we’ve been developing. Kenneth told me that he’s spent many years writing this piece, which renders its recent progress monumental. Soon, the story will be finished, and the music drafted in rough form. To give you a little taste of what’s to come, imagine a Halloween party like no other, where secrets and spells collide, and romance is just a potion away. Yes, it’s as intriguing as it sounds, but I won’t spoil too much. Let’s just say our lead character, Foxglove, finds herself entangled in quite the romantic conundrum, set in a fantasy world rich with wit and magic.
Meanwhile, the antics at Austen University are ever-stimulating. For those who aren’t aware, this TV pilot is a modern-day mash-up of all the Jane Austen novels, set in a university where all the beloved characters coexist. Kenneth had the pleasure of playing Knightley, and the pilot is now in its final stages of post-production. Once completed, the producers will use it to pitch to studios, aiming to secure funding for a full season. Soon enough, you’ll be able to watch it online and revel in the literary magic.
As if managing all this wasn’t enough, I’ve also been orchestrating his other creative ventures. My reporting aside, expect more wonderful blog content from this office soon. We’re also gearing up for a fantasy giveaway, and I’ve been rallying fellow authors to join this magical endeavor. Let’s hope they can keep up.
Going forward, I’ll be providing you with monthly updates on the state of things. Consider it your personal peek behind the curtain of our creative circus of historical fantasy adventures.
So there you have it, my dear readers – another month of keeping the creative ship afloat while maintaining my sanity. Your support and enthusiasm are the fuel that keeps our little operation running, even if I am the one doing all the heavy lifting.
Until next time, remember: behind every great author of historical fantasy books is an even greater assistant.
Warmest regards,
Rebecca Turner