Joe Herod, or as the literary world knows him, JS Herod, channels the spirits of Ernest Hemingway, Jack London, and Patrick Rothfuss in his writing. Born in Dallas, Texas, Joe's early years were spent crisscrossing the country, courtesy of his father's military career. Naturally, Joe caught the travel bug and spent years on the move himself. In 2019, he found himself back in a sleepy town in rural Mississippi, caring for his ailing dad. Though his father never discouraged Joe’s writing, he never really acknowledged it either. By Christmas 2023, Joe had nearly shelved his author dreams—until fate intervened. While rummaging through his mom's attic, he unearthed a box of his late Dad's personal belongings. Inside was his USMC pocket watch and the original handwritten manuscript of what would eventually become "Chronicles of the Bard King." It was like his dad was giving him his blessing, reigniting his passion for storytelling. Joe’s journey from dusty boxes to literary dreams is nothing short of magical.
JS Herod
Joe Herod, or as the literary world knows him, JS Herod, channels the spirits of Ernest Hemingway, Jack London, and Patrick Rothfuss in his writing. Born in Dallas, Texas, Joe's early years were spent crisscrossing the country, courtesy of his father's military career. Naturally, Joe caught the travel bug and spent years on the move himself. In 2019, he found himself back in a sleepy town in rural Mississippi, caring for his ailing...
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For all our wonderful readers and to celebrate the crazy pre-order success of "Rise of the Storm Lord" and reaching #1 New Release on Amazon Day 1 of the pre-order, We have...
Hello, wonderful readers! It’s been a whirlwind around here lately. Life has thrown a few curveballs, and the day-to-day grind has been relentless. But amid all that, I have some incredible updates to share, just in time for the holiday season!
First, the big news: after what feels like an eternity in production limbo, I’m thrilled to announce that the audiobook for A Tempest of Shadows, performed by Ken Murdock and featuring the brilliant Autumn Ivy, is finally set to release just before...
Let’s be honest—world-building is basically playing God, minus the whole smiting bit (though, sometimes, I wish I could zap a character or two, just for fun). Creating an entire universe from scratch? It’s the stuff of power trips. But in all seriousness, world-building is where the magic happens, quite literally. It’s where I get to mix mythology, folklore, and a dash of my own madness to cook up something truly unique.
You see, when you're known for world-building, people start expecting you...
So, you’ve self-published your magnum opus, and it’s out there in the wild. Readers are loving it, and you're basking in the glow of literary success. But what's next? How do you keep your readers engaged and attract new ones? The answer lies in expanding your universe! Let's dive into some playful and unconventional ways to bring your story world to life beyond the pages of your book.
1. Spin-Offs and Side Stories
Because One Book Is Never Enough: Have a side character who’s too fabulous to...
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