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Thoughts about the writing, publishing and marketing process, featuring some of Cameron's favourite fellow authors

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Wings in the Valley

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by Cameron
10 April 2026

Deep and diverse world-building - or more specifically, culture-building - is just one of the factors that make Aud Connelly's remarkable debut novel one of the most original pieces of fiction I've read in a while. 

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Discord: Consolidating a Community

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by Cameron
09 April 2026

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Kingdom of Shadow & Light

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by Cameron
27 February 2026

Independent author Laken Honeycutt's experimental third title in her dark fantasy series The Chrysillium Saga was released in February, exploring the genesis of the struggle faced by the inhabitants of the land of Ulli to protect their home, their heritage, and the source of their elemental magic. Cameron takes a look at Laken's serialised prequel novella Kingdom of Shadow & Light.

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  • April 2026 | Approaching Alpha

    An illustration of Ellamir Oakhall, a young woman in Regency clothing with her dark hair in period style, in front of a page of writing titled "Ellamir Diary"

    A milestone is approaching in the writing of Ellamir: releasing the first draft of volume one to alpha readers. In this article, Cameron reflects on getting to this self-imposed...

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  • Ellamir: A Work in Progress

    An illustration of a young woman with sharp features, in Regency dress, superimposed over a page of manuscript which reads "Ellamir Volume 1 Chapter 1"

    Ellamir is Cameron's debut novel, scheduled for release in late 2026. Described as a Regency romance / high fantasy crossover, the story draws inspiration from the works of Jane...

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  • Brideshead Castle

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    A setting so iconic, Castle Howard has played the role of Brideshead Castle in two screen adaptations of Evelyn Waugh's magnum opus, Brideshead Revistited.

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