The Utopian Arena October 16, 2024
The Shores of Utopia didn’t leave off with any loose ends, but readers wanted to know what happened to Cathryn, or Michael and Denise. They were curious about the Entity, and one reader wanted more about life on the Colony. Well, lucky for them, the story continues with my new novel, The Utopian Arena.
Meet Thomas Finn, a power hungry narcissist that’s envious of Professor Pryce because of his many accomplishments, and he’s overshadowed by Chief Allison Lee, who he feels stole his position through her connections. Chief Lee suffers a personal loss, and he uses that to orchestrate a political maneuver that lands him as the World Council Chief. Unfortunately, that gives him possession of the time traveling device. What could be more dangerous than a vindictive time traveler?
Michael and Denise, who finally adjust to their new utopian society, face their own heartbreaking tragedy when a criminal gang attacks their family. Michael is forced to resort to primitive 21st century methods of retaliation.
We get to see what life is like aboard the Colony, the massive spacecraft on the way to the new planet. We learn a little about the indigenous lifeforms on Jade, and we question whether humans should be there at all.
I truly hope you enjoy the latest chapter in the Utopia Saga. As always, let me know what you think; I always appreciate honest rapport with my readers. Shoot me an email at charlesrice361@gmail.com if the mood strikes. Both the print books and digital downloads will be available on November 1. You can pre-order either version now. I’ll have links for you soon. Thanks.
Smashwords Party! February 19, 2024
As you can probably guess, authors spend years creating their work, spend thousands on editing, artwork, website design, marketing and other promotional items/activities. At the end of the day, many sell only a few hundred copies, and that’s if they’re lucky. NO ONE writes to become wealthy or famous. We just want to share our stories to the world.
Smashwords understands this, and they throw these little parties to help authors get their stuff read. From March 3 to March 9, you can get a digital version of my novel for FREE. If you haven’t yet read my book and are considering picking it up, there’s no better time—and no better price!
Here’s the link. The Shores of Utopia
Cover Reveal January 1, 2024
The first cover originally was a temporary mock up that somehow made its way to the printer. By somehow, I mean I messed up. This is the proper cover of the print version. The digital version is a little different. Anyone purchasing the book in 2024 and beyond will have the updated cover.
Also corrected were a couple of typos that managed to sneak their way onto the page. Hey, it’s a learning process. Because I can, I added some dialogue here and there. That’s it – this is the final product!
The Official teaser for Shores:
Cathryn Delaney is an operative from the twenty-eighth century. She accepts an assignment to go back in time to twenty-first century New York City to collect data for a possible first-contact event. The assignment should’ve gone smoothly for the well-trained historian, but her foreknowledge of certain terrorist-related incidents arouses the suspicion of a relentless FBI agent, Vivian Wu.
To further complicate matters, Cathryn has fallen in love with her neighbor—something a time traveler must never do. With an atomic detonation looming, Cathryn races to avoid Agent Wu’s crosshairs and escape on time.
Happy New Year Everybody! That’s it for now. Happy reading.
