Good morning every one!

You may recall from my prior update that the publisher had an editor perform a development review of my novel. As a quick refresher, the objective of a development review is to evaluate the plot and story structure for issues, such as plot holes, ineffective / confusing sequences of chapters / narrative, and elements that may cause confusion for readers. The development review is very thorough and incredibly helpful. A development review does not include an assessment of grammar, spelling, etc.

I am very pleased to report that I completed applying all necessary updates to the novel yesterday and sent the updated version of my manuscript to my publisher. The publisher informed me that they will now have another editor perform a spell and grammar check. I will then have an opportunity to review the edit, will accept or reject each item, and then Introspection: Transformation will be ready for going to print!

The publisher has assured me that the release date of my novel, October 9th, remains unchanged. As I mentioned in my prior update, for those of you who ordered either solely the eBook or the eBook and a hard copy without my signature, you should receive what you ordered on or very soon after October 9th. However, for those of you who supported me at the levels of receiving a signed copy of my novel, the novels corresponding to all of these orders will first be shipped to me on or close to October 9th so I may sign them. After I sign them, I will be shipping the novels out to each of you who supported my Publishizer campaign at those higher levels.

I hope each of you are having a great summer, and be on the lookout for future updates from me. And last but not least, once again, thank you very much for your tremendous support throughout this journey!

Steve