NEWS | Comic Con and Novel Update

Had a great time at Comic Con St. Louis earlier this month! Such a great panel discussion and audience members who asked thought-provoking questions. I had the privilege of joining two other panel members, New York Times bestselling author Zac Brewer (of the YA Vladimir Tod series) and author Shawntelle Madison. I was the only panel member who doesn't write about blood or vampires. ;-) I learned some good things from them.

Speaking of those panel members, be sure to check out Zac Brewer's latest YA novel, The Blood Between Us, from HarperCollins. It hits shelves next week, May 3. Here are the book details for those who want to check out more: https://t.co/RJYkHzPFo1

On the new novel front, I set my minimum length at 75,000 words, which is probably about 285 book pages. Working steadily on the first draft early mornings, and am thrilled to say I'm past the 1/3 mark! That said, I think the book will end up in the 300-350 page range. I anticipate finishing this first draft in the August/September time frame. (Remember, I work a full-time career in addition to this!) Would love to tell you the premise, but if you've read my past posts, you'll know I have this weird paranoia, where I'm afraid if I talk about it, it won't get finished.

Another book idea hit me this weekend, and the ideas have been flowing with that. So excited. This puts about 3-4 ideas in the pipeline. It's been years since I've had that scenario. Thankful for brighter days and an unlocked imagination. (There's another one finished. Hopefully some news by early next year.)

Thank you, readers, for your messages, encouragement, reading, prayers, and so forth. I don't take those for granted. Take care, and God bless. Hope you have an awesome spring!

Never give up!

John Herrick
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NEWS | Join John at Wizard World Comic Con in St. Louis

For any readers attending Wizard World (Comic Con) in St. Louis, I'm excited to be a part of a discussion panel on diversity in literature. Panel will by moderated by Zac Brewer, NYT Bestselling Author of the Vladimir Tod young adult series. My panel is Saturday, April 2, 11:30 am. Just agreed--my bio might not even be on the site yet. See you there!


Convention info at http://wizardworld.com/comiccon/stlouis


Here's a description of the panel discussion:

-Visibility Isn't A SuperPower-

The landscape of publishing seems to be blossoming at last with diverse characters in strong, positive roles. But is this just a passing phase, or have publishers truly opened the inclusive door to minorities, the LGBT+ community, and those with disabilities? Join special guest speakers to hear their perspectives and share yours. Moderated by Zac Brewer, NYT Bestselling author of The Vladimir Tod series. Respectful questions and discussion are largely encouraged!'

Never give up!


John Herrick
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johnherricknet.blogspot.com
facebook.com/johnherrickbooks
@johnherrick


Today's Playlist:
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