Dear friends,

I am pleased to share that at the end of the contest, we placed third (3rd). Yes, “WE” did it since it was because of all of you, my cherished friends, that I was able to achieve so much!

For me 1st place was and will always be the target as it ensures a high result each time. However, being in the top five means that samples of my draft manuscript are now being pitched to multiple publishers across the globe for consideration.

Thus far, the book has been selected by four hybrid and service publishers but I am sure that due patience will allow me to enter into an agreement with a traditional publisher soon, which I obviously prefer.

As promised, I have already included an acknowledgement page in the book for everyone and I will contact you individually to learn how you wish to be “recognized” in this feature. Some persons may have a preference for how they want their names to appear whilst some may rather no acknowledgement at all, which is okay.

The one certainty, however, is that your autographed version will be delivered to you (according to the bonus you selected) along with an audio version, once released later on.

I’ll keep you all updated right here on further developments as we enter into this critical selection phase.

Finally, I wish to share that “words cannot express the gratitude in my heart for the generous support, comments, encouragement and well wishes during this campaign”. It is by extension a demonstration of our friendship and through this I have learnt that the world is filled with exceptional individuals whom I am truly blessed to call “friends”.

Please stay safe!

Lots of Love

Pete