It’s been a while since the last update. But writing and proofreading a fantasy novel takes time. In the past few months, there have been great efforts to bring out the manuscript’s full potential, and Phase II has now officially been launched.
Beta readers will soon get to work and preparations for the release are about to start. I hope everyone, who has enjoyed the online chapters so far, will continue to follow the project and provide valuable feedback.
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AI Shenanigans
While opinions on AI in book publishing are divided, I feel comfortable to say that creating visuals and audio for Sign of the Raven with this technology has been an exciting process. There is more to artificial intelligence than one might assume. AI animation in particular has grown on me for some strange reason, and I was able to generate some magnificent motion clips for this project.
Currently, I’m continuing with the creation of animations for some of my most beloved book characters. Two of them, Bozani and Radu, have developed into a fan favourite power couple of sorts, It’s so much fun writing those two. They’ve been a great source of strength for me over the years. To see them in motion at last is something very special to me.
I’m not quite certain yet what to think of AI voices, but so far, I’ve been enjoying creating some test audios for the book. Considering to maybe use them for a complete audiobook, so stay tuned for further updates on that!
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Big Challenges Ahead
One of the biggest challenges for the upcoming months will be finding my target audience. Legend of Gardyan is specifically dedicated to lovers of fantasy and horror. However, there’s so much more at play in this my fantasy world. Topics like mixed heritage, feminism, dark history, social conflicts, just to name a few, all play their part in this epic.
I might embark on a bit of a journey soon to see who my story truly resonates with. Then there’s also the promotion of the book. Several ideas have crossed my mind for this and will come to fruition over the next few weeks, so stay tuned for more!
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Sign of the Raven: Release Trailer
“Readers drawn to the moral complexity and ferocity found in the works of Andrzej Sapkowski, John Gwynne, and George R.R. Martin will find much to admire in Danu’s storytelling. This is a fantasy where power is inherited, violence has weight, and every choice leaves a legacy.”
—Maisy
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