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Hey, is there a sequel planned?
Silvy wrote: "Hey, is there a sequel planned?"
Hi Silvy! There IS a sequel planned. I am hoping it will be out later this year. As an indie author who doesn't write full-time, it's hard to give a firm publication date. Ultimately I want to give you the best possible sequel and not rush out something subpar. But I will let you know as soon as I can. Thanks for your interest, it means a great deal! x
Thanks to you for answering. I'm looking forward to reading it!!
This is the best news of the year! Best writing wishes to you and I can’t wait to see when preorders are open (if you do them).
I love Lorn's POV best (sorry Sasha).
And I LOOOOVE this guide to read in chronological order, thanks for sharing 🩷
Silvy wrote: "Thanks to you for answering. I'm looking forward to reading it!!"
You are so welcome!!!
i'll plan my fall re-read around this ❤️✨️
Melissa wrote: "This is the best news of the year! Best writing wishes to you and I can’t wait to see when preorders are open (if you do them)."
Melissa, you are incredible and I owe you at least one mildly cursed prince with a nice neck! Thank you SO much! x
Syd wrote: "Time for a reread! Thank you for this"
Don't reread it! Think of your poor retinas! (also, you are amazing and brave to not only tackle the chonk beast once but to battle it again). That deserves at least a bag of radishes and a battle chicken x
Pamela wrote: "I love Lorn's POV best (sorry Sasha).
And I LOOOOVE this guide to read in chronological order, thanks for sharing 🩷"
You are incredibly welcome! (Isa and Jade's excellent chronological organization should be shared). And lol, I love that you loved Lorn's POV best, too (I'm sorry too, Sasha). Thank you so much for reading!!!
I have been wondering why you split it up the way you did so thank you for explaining! Do you plan to write the second book the same way or have alternating POV instead? Thank you for writing such an amazing book! I loved it 💕
Thank you so much!! Can't wait for the sequel!!!
Abigail wrote: "I have been wondering why you split it up the way you did so thank you for explaining! Do you plan to write the second book the same way or have alternating POV instead? Thank you for writing such ..."
What a truly lovely comment! Thank you!
I initially tried writing Between with alternating POVs and it was such a disaster that my editor told me to delete the file and never speak of it again. Fun times!
I know that separating the POVs doesn't work for everyone, but on the upside, it allowed me to write a lot more about Between through Lorn's POV and give readers a glimpse of what awaits Sasha when she becomes queen--something that wouldn't have been possible with alternating POVs as it would have slowed the pace of the book (further).
In some ways, I like the split because it's symbolic of the separation between Sasha and Lorn; they're in different realms, and the only overlap in their POVs is during Sasha's dreams when they finally get a chance to interact. So I guess the structure of the book reflects their relationship.
Now, in Otherworld, they're in the same realm most of the time, and the structure reflects that--it's alternating POVs, though there is more emphasis on Sasha's POV.
Thank you SO much for reading and for being interested in the sequel! It warms the cockles of my dark, dark heart (whatever a cockle may be) xx
I read the book straight through, then I listened to the audiobook, so now I have to read it in alternating! I seriously can’t wait for the next book too!
Loved the book! I found the 2 parts to be a good way to go, but maybe for my re-read before the second book I’ll try chronological order 😊
For what it's worth, as a fellow indie author, I think you could easily do a chronological edition of Book 1 with the release of Book 2 for fans who really want it!
I loved Between's chonk, I was captivated the whole time! I read it during a hard time and it pulled me out of it, like a hook in my belly ;) One of my most favorite books I've ever read! Can't wait for the sequel! Thank you for sharing your creation with us <3
i listened to this on Audible, and its lovely! I love the easygoing pace and the cheeky humor both in the dialogue and the plot! the coven were so fun! I was sad about the change in POV, but by the 3rd chapter I was in love with the shenanigans! "death march of a deranged chicken" i laughed out loud at that line! such a cozy read for halloween! it's got all my favorite romance and coming of age and elements that are so popular in fantasy books right now, but with a lighthearted and cozy twist! i can't wait until your second book!! i with there were ways we can support you to writing full time!!!
Belinda wrote: "For what it's worth, as a fellow indie author, I think you could easily do a chronological edition of Book 1 with the release of Book 2 for fans who really want it!"
What an amazing idea! Thank you!
ArtsyMD wrote: "i listened to this on Audible, and its lovely! I love the easygoing pace and the cheeky humor both in the dialogue and the plot! the coven were so fun! I was sad about the change in POV, but by the..."
What an absolutely lovely comment! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. I am truly happy that you enjoyed the audiobook (the phenomenally talented Emily Ellet and Steve West made the audiobook at least 157% more enchanting than the paperback). And I'm even happier that you persevered into Lorn's section (which is my favorite part of the book). That was very brave of you! Truly, thank you for supporting this chonky beast of a book xx
Well that’s that devoured!!! 💜 You’re an absolute gem, you know!
It's 2024 and there is still no sequel. I was hoping for the end of 2023...
I can't wait for the sequel! Between was such a lovely story to read <3
Agnieszka wrote: "It's 2024 and there is still no sequel. I was hoping for the end of 2023..." So was I ;) Trust me when I say no one wants Otherworld finished more than I do. My ultimate goal is to give you the very best sequel I can possibly write and that means lots and lots of revisions and edits. Given that I don't write full-time (a pox on my job!), this process takes time. I can't thank you enough for all your patience and support during this long wait! x
THE CHONK AND FLOPPY BOOK ARE THE BEST PARTS. Apologize for nothing. Matter of fact, do it again
I absolutely LOVED that you delivered us a chonk, everything about this book was perfect and I seriously cannot wait for the next book!!
Loved this book, and I hope one day you can write full-time because you're amazing at it!!! Any new updates about Otherworld? Last ones on your website were from Feb, and I'm very selfishly wishing & hoping there's more Sasha & Lorn in my life soon :)
Just finished re-listening to Between and possibly even more in love with it this time! Please please make Otherworld an audio too (and Emily Ellet and Steve West were so so perfect as narrators!), just a wonderful experience all round!
Hi! I just found this in kindle and love the synopsis but it was mentioned this was the first book? So does tht mean this book ends in a cliffhanger or is it a standalone? I hate reading books which end in cliffhanger and tht doesn't have the second book published leaving me waiting.. I'll just wait n read it all together than to wait (hehe). Tht why asking. Is this book a standalone?
I second the audio comment!! The narrators did an amazing job!
Thank you for this!!! It made the books that much better!
Ooooh I just had someone recommend this book but I’m just saw book two doesn’t have a release date. I’m scared to start now.
I loved that this was Sasha’s point of view, and then Lorne point of view. I enjoyed it as an audiobook. I am looking forward to book 2 in audiobook.
WHERE. IS. BOOK. 2?!!!! Your website hasn’t even been updated in AGES to say what draft you’re on wahhhhhh
Shianne wrote: "WHERE. IS. BOOK. 2?!!!! Your website hasn’t even been updated in AGES to say what draft you’re on wahhhhhh"
Hello Shianne! My website was updated on October 31st. Hooray! There's a new chapter of Otherworld for you to read, the Otherworld cover reveal, its publication date (November 2026), and a progress update. Hope that helps!
Kira wrote: "Ooooh I just had someone recommend this book but I’m just saw book two doesn’t have a release date. I’m scared to start now."
The release date has been announced! It's November 2026. In the meantime, the first three chapters of Book 2 (Otherworld) are on my website.
Anandh wrote: "Does it hold good for audiobook too"
The chronological order? Yes! Also, I personally think that the audiobook is the best way to read Between. The narrators are phenomenal!
I will take Between all the ways Ms. Starling! Asking for a friend, but do we have a release day for Otherworld? I require the week to celebrate being reunited with Lorn, Sasha and Between!
I loved reading it as it was but I can see how others might want to read it chronologically. I think it allows the reader to understand Sasha's feelings better. Plus it makes waiting for the next part of their story better by going back and filling in gaps. But that's just me. I love Between. I would absolutely buy some kind of special edition for both Between and Otherworld if I could!
Such a great book. I loved reading just as it is. I listened to the audio book and that is a wonderful way to consume.
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Silvy wrote: "Hey, is there a sequel planned?"Hi Silvy! There IS a sequel planned. I am hoping it will be out later this year. As an indie author who doesn't write full-time, it's hard to give a firm publication date. Ultimately I want to give you the best possible sequel and not rush out something subpar. But I will let you know as soon as I can. Thanks for your interest, it means a great deal! x
Thanks to you for answering. I'm looking forward to reading it!!
This is the best news of the year! Best writing wishes to you and I can’t wait to see when preorders are open (if you do them).
I love Lorn's POV best (sorry Sasha). And I LOOOOVE this guide to read in chronological order, thanks for sharing 🩷
Silvy wrote: "Thanks to you for answering. I'm looking forward to reading it!!"You are so welcome!!!
i'll plan my fall re-read around this ❤️✨️
Melissa wrote: "This is the best news of the year! Best writing wishes to you and I can’t wait to see when preorders are open (if you do them)."Melissa, you are incredible and I owe you at least one mildly cursed prince with a nice neck! Thank you SO much! x
Syd wrote: "Time for a reread! Thank you for this"Don't reread it! Think of your poor retinas! (also, you are amazing and brave to not only tackle the chonk beast once but to battle it again). That deserves at least a bag of radishes and a battle chicken x
Pamela wrote: "I love Lorn's POV best (sorry Sasha). And I LOOOOVE this guide to read in chronological order, thanks for sharing 🩷"
You are incredibly welcome! (Isa and Jade's excellent chronological organization should be shared). And lol, I love that you loved Lorn's POV best, too (I'm sorry too, Sasha). Thank you so much for reading!!!
I have been wondering why you split it up the way you did so thank you for explaining! Do you plan to write the second book the same way or have alternating POV instead? Thank you for writing such an amazing book! I loved it 💕
Thank you so much!! Can't wait for the sequel!!!
Abigail wrote: "I have been wondering why you split it up the way you did so thank you for explaining! Do you plan to write the second book the same way or have alternating POV instead? Thank you for writing such ..."What a truly lovely comment! Thank you!
I initially tried writing Between with alternating POVs and it was such a disaster that my editor told me to delete the file and never speak of it again. Fun times!
I know that separating the POVs doesn't work for everyone, but on the upside, it allowed me to write a lot more about Between through Lorn's POV and give readers a glimpse of what awaits Sasha when she becomes queen--something that wouldn't have been possible with alternating POVs as it would have slowed the pace of the book (further).
In some ways, I like the split because it's symbolic of the separation between Sasha and Lorn; they're in different realms, and the only overlap in their POVs is during Sasha's dreams when they finally get a chance to interact. So I guess the structure of the book reflects their relationship.
Now, in Otherworld, they're in the same realm most of the time, and the structure reflects that--it's alternating POVs, though there is more emphasis on Sasha's POV.
Thank you SO much for reading and for being interested in the sequel! It warms the cockles of my dark, dark heart (whatever a cockle may be) xx
I read the book straight through, then I listened to the audiobook, so now I have to read it in alternating! I seriously can’t wait for the next book too!
Loved the book! I found the 2 parts to be a good way to go, but maybe for my re-read before the second book I’ll try chronological order 😊
For what it's worth, as a fellow indie author, I think you could easily do a chronological edition of Book 1 with the release of Book 2 for fans who really want it!
I loved Between's chonk, I was captivated the whole time! I read it during a hard time and it pulled me out of it, like a hook in my belly ;) One of my most favorite books I've ever read! Can't wait for the sequel! Thank you for sharing your creation with us <3
i listened to this on Audible, and its lovely! I love the easygoing pace and the cheeky humor both in the dialogue and the plot! the coven were so fun! I was sad about the change in POV, but by the 3rd chapter I was in love with the shenanigans! "death march of a deranged chicken" i laughed out loud at that line! such a cozy read for halloween! it's got all my favorite romance and coming of age and elements that are so popular in fantasy books right now, but with a lighthearted and cozy twist! i can't wait until your second book!! i with there were ways we can support you to writing full time!!!
Belinda wrote: "For what it's worth, as a fellow indie author, I think you could easily do a chronological edition of Book 1 with the release of Book 2 for fans who really want it!"What an amazing idea! Thank you!
ArtsyMD wrote: "i listened to this on Audible, and its lovely! I love the easygoing pace and the cheeky humor both in the dialogue and the plot! the coven were so fun! I was sad about the change in POV, but by the..."What an absolutely lovely comment! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. I am truly happy that you enjoyed the audiobook (the phenomenally talented Emily Ellet and Steve West made the audiobook at least 157% more enchanting than the paperback). And I'm even happier that you persevered into Lorn's section (which is my favorite part of the book). That was very brave of you! Truly, thank you for supporting this chonky beast of a book xx
Well that’s that devoured!!! 💜 You’re an absolute gem, you know!
It's 2024 and there is still no sequel. I was hoping for the end of 2023...
I can't wait for the sequel! Between was such a lovely story to read <3
Agnieszka wrote: "It's 2024 and there is still no sequel. I was hoping for the end of 2023..." So was I ;) Trust me when I say no one wants Otherworld finished more than I do. My ultimate goal is to give you the very best sequel I can possibly write and that means lots and lots of revisions and edits. Given that I don't write full-time (a pox on my job!), this process takes time. I can't thank you enough for all your patience and support during this long wait! x
THE CHONK AND FLOPPY BOOK ARE THE BEST PARTS. Apologize for nothing. Matter of fact, do it again
I absolutely LOVED that you delivered us a chonk, everything about this book was perfect and I seriously cannot wait for the next book!!
Loved this book, and I hope one day you can write full-time because you're amazing at it!!! Any new updates about Otherworld? Last ones on your website were from Feb, and I'm very selfishly wishing & hoping there's more Sasha & Lorn in my life soon :)
Just finished re-listening to Between and possibly even more in love with it this time! Please please make Otherworld an audio too (and Emily Ellet and Steve West were so so perfect as narrators!), just a wonderful experience all round!
Hi! I just found this in kindle and love the synopsis but it was mentioned this was the first book? So does tht mean this book ends in a cliffhanger or is it a standalone? I hate reading books which end in cliffhanger and tht doesn't have the second book published leaving me waiting.. I'll just wait n read it all together than to wait (hehe). Tht why asking. Is this book a standalone?
I second the audio comment!! The narrators did an amazing job!
Thank you for this!!! It made the books that much better!
Ooooh I just had someone recommend this book but I’m just saw book two doesn’t have a release date. I’m scared to start now.
I loved that this was Sasha’s point of view, and then Lorne point of view. I enjoyed it as an audiobook. I am looking forward to book 2 in audiobook.
WHERE. IS. BOOK. 2?!!!! Your website hasn’t even been updated in AGES to say what draft you’re on wahhhhhh
Shianne wrote: "WHERE. IS. BOOK. 2?!!!! Your website hasn’t even been updated in AGES to say what draft you’re on wahhhhhh"Hello Shianne! My website was updated on October 31st. Hooray! There's a new chapter of Otherworld for you to read, the Otherworld cover reveal, its publication date (November 2026), and a progress update. Hope that helps!
Kira wrote: "Ooooh I just had someone recommend this book but I’m just saw book two doesn’t have a release date. I’m scared to start now."The release date has been announced! It's November 2026. In the meantime, the first three chapters of Book 2 (Otherworld) are on my website.
Anandh wrote: "Does it hold good for audiobook too"The chronological order? Yes! Also, I personally think that the audiobook is the best way to read Between. The narrators are phenomenal!
I will take Between all the ways Ms. Starling! Asking for a friend, but do we have a release day for Otherworld? I require the week to celebrate being reunited with Lorn, Sasha and Between!
I loved reading it as it was but I can see how others might want to read it chronologically. I think it allows the reader to understand Sasha's feelings better. Plus it makes waiting for the next part of their story better by going back and filling in gaps. But that's just me. I love Between. I would absolutely buy some kind of special edition for both Between and Otherworld if I could!
Such a great book. I loved reading just as it is. I listened to the audio book and that is a wonderful way to consume.
