Book 3 release problem+ chapter delay.
Added 2023-11-23 02:49:50 +0000 UTCOkay: this is in the interest of transparency. After two relatively smoothly released volumes, I have managed to have a bit of a cockup with this one. Effectively there were two problem chapters.
One, where I used the old patreon chapter instead of the revised chapter. This is where Tigu first meets Delun. The other was where Xianghua meets Ri Zu. That one just somehow disappeared between the developmental edit and the copy edit, and I just did not notice its disappearance. A couple of beta readers also missed this, But their job was more finding and fixing mistakes in grammar and thus it's understandable that something like this slipped through. The final editor I used was different from the dev editor who worked on most of the book as well. Finally, Editing fatigue and being extremely ill at the end of the edits certainly didn't help.
Now. The good news is that this is all being fixed. There should be a free update to the kindle and Audio versions of the book relatively soon, which is the benefit of digital publishing. I have also taken steps to ensure this doesn't happen again.
This doesn't change the fact that its a mistake on my end and I would like to apologise to everybody for it.
My day has been spent fixing this mistake, and thus the chapter will be delayed today. Again, sorry for the pausing on the cliffhanger, but I needed to fix this as fast as I could. My only wish is that it didn't happen in the first place.
Comments
To quote Deborah Harry, "Accidents never happen in a perfect world."
Jack Everitt
2024-03-01 21:43:04 +0000 UTCHas the update gone out yet?
Chichi son
2023-12-06 15:21:15 +0000 UTCI'm so glad you did move the cave and the crystal chapters into volume 3, they fit much better there!
taukid
2023-11-27 03:54:38 +0000 UTCThese things happen. I was listening to it while preparing Thanksgiving dinner. Thought I'd missed that part because I was distracted. Glad you caught it as soon as you did. Any idea when the update for the audio will happen?
Echo Sparksong
2023-11-24 15:28:05 +0000 UTCOh no! I just found the link to the pre-order for the hardcover book 2 and it doesn't work. Have I missed the window?
Brandon Schmidt
2023-11-24 13:54:41 +0000 UTCAre the audiobook and kindle one fixed yet? I’m not sure of the difference so I can’t check and I didn’t want to start book 3 until it’s fixed.
CringeWorthyStudios
2023-11-24 11:53:00 +0000 UTCI have to be totally honest; I started the audiobook, and after a few Chapters, I skipped the build up to listen to the epic showdown in audio. I know myself well enough that I wouldn’t enjoy the great chapters in the buildup, waiting for the epic clash in audio form. Now I can wait for the update and truly enjoy the buildup. I enjoyed it the first time because I didn’t know the climax was coming, and I wanted to appreciate it properly again with the great narrator!
Matt
2023-11-23 20:58:03 +0000 UTCThe title of the missing one was Steps to the End part 3 on patreon. It should be right where the crystal caverns chapters were inserted after “crossroads of destiny” in the final
Featherweight
2023-11-23 14:51:00 +0000 UTCThank you for the update. As I was taught to say in D.C., "situations occur" (for some reason people didn't like me saying shit happens). Still have enjoyed Book 3 and am looking forward to your next one(s) being published.
Old Dog
2023-11-23 13:59:40 +0000 UTCSorry that there was a mistake but at least it seems easy to fix. I’ve been listening to the audio book version and I’ve been enjoying it immensely. Looking forward to listening to book 4.
Rebel Rebel
2023-11-23 13:12:56 +0000 UTCGood luck
Mikkel Raffnsøe Koefoed
2023-11-23 10:32:44 +0000 UTCThank you for the swift correction, your hard work is appreciated. Mistakes happen, it's part of life. What's important is that you admit it and fix it. Both of which you did, so what more could we ask for.
Demian Buckle
2023-11-23 09:17:50 +0000 UTCSame question I was going to ask. I would like to know which chapter is missing, a CF did say one was missing.
Demian Buckle
2023-11-23 09:17:33 +0000 UTCEither way, as someone listening to the audiobook and almost done, I'd love to just know which chapters to listen to for the changes instead of having to start over entirely.
The GrandMage
2023-11-23 09:06:38 +0000 UTCOh thank heavens, I was worried it had been cut for unknown reasons
Eli Pomerantz
2023-11-23 08:33:28 +0000 UTCLife happens. Thank you for fixing this.
Spell Craft
2023-11-23 07:55:49 +0000 UTCIt's not missing it was a rewrite. It's near the start when tigu is fighting her first opponent. There a part were Yun and Gou are talking trying to make out what she's saying to Tie delun. That's suppose to be us(the reader) just watching it from tigu. I know this cuase this is my book and noticed it the very second I heard it cause I've read it like 40 times.
Justus Saucedo
2023-11-23 07:52:23 +0000 UTCAs someone listening to the Audio book currently what chapter number is missing and is there an ETA on the update?
Chichi son
2023-11-23 06:30:05 +0000 UTCAs previous people said mistakes happen ... sure things are best when there are no mistakes but nearly as good is when the mistakes get admitted to and fixed instead of ignored or denied like some do
Chichi son
2023-11-23 06:29:30 +0000 UTCI was wondering why the was a bit of a gap in the middle of the book.
Npad11111
2023-11-23 06:28:26 +0000 UTCIt's just an accident, can happen to anyone. No need to worry, your fans are decent people and will understand. I'll just reread vol1 while waiting 😄
Leili Mård
2023-11-23 06:10:14 +0000 UTCIt happens, I’m glad you caught it before it went to print! Take your time, we’ll be here waiting
Thomas Brusilovsky
2023-11-23 05:09:44 +0000 UTCJust tell us which chapters they are once it's fixed! I'd like to listen to them without searching lol!
Andrew Purser
2023-11-23 04:57:38 +0000 UTCMistakes happen. You're doing everything any of us could ask you to about it.
Anzer'ke
2023-11-23 04:41:04 +0000 UTCyour Mea Culpa is recognized, recite 12 chicken puns and be forgiven
Maltec
2023-11-23 04:22:09 +0000 UTCHappens to the best of us, I once sent an official letter misspelling both my own name, their name and the name of hospital I worked at. It was also double checked by atleast 2 other people
Thomas Todd
2023-11-23 04:14:23 +0000 UTCSave a copy of the "first edition" ebook and audiobook on your computer!
TwoRavens
2023-11-23 04:06:51 +0000 UTCIt's no problem CF, glad to see that your problem's being fixed! Take your time~
Kasinki
2023-11-23 04:02:23 +0000 UTCImpressive that it hasn’t happened thus far, great of you to inform us and apologize, looking forward to upcoming chapter!
Vlad Dogarel
2023-11-23 03:59:35 +0000 UTCHappens. :)
Konrad2
2023-11-23 03:53:36 +0000 UTCMistakes happen. The important part is that you admitted that you made a mistake and you are fixing it. Keep on writing, you’re doing great!
Skyguard
2023-11-23 03:51:28 +0000 UTCAll good. Glad it isn't in print yet at least so you have time to work all the bugs out before people might complain. Take a good rest!
Aaron
2023-11-23 03:43:19 +0000 UTCAlmost makes me wish there had been a paper copy already. Misprints like that usually become a collectors item for the future if the series gets popular enough. Unfortunately, as more and more things become Digital, we will probably see less of that.
Carl Smith
2023-11-23 03:35:40 +0000 UTCNo worries man take your time! Love all your work!
Lucas Johns
2023-11-23 03:23:50 +0000 UTCNo big deal just take your time and if you are too fatigued take a break. I will reread while waiting 🙂
Mackienze Robinson
2023-11-23 03:17:02 +0000 UTCGrandpa always said mistakes happen, it's how you deal with them that counts. You're owning the problem, explaining what happened, squaring things up, and taking steps to ensure there won't be a repeat; basically everything one could ask for in the situation. Kudos to you for doing things right.
Just A Dude
2023-11-23 03:15:10 +0000 UTCYou do wonderful work. It’s no trouble at all. Thank you for your hard work. If you celebrate it, Happy Thanksgiving. If not, have a great day.
Geese
2023-11-23 03:14:33 +0000 UTCNo worries! Glad it was caught and fixed quickly!
01anon
2023-11-23 02:59:58 +0000 UTCNo problem! Hooray for digital publishing 🥳
Lanter
2023-11-23 02:58:54 +0000 UTCLife happens!
Ainslie Divers
2023-11-23 02:56:01 +0000 UTCMistakes happen! Naturally nobody wants them to happen, but I am kind of glad it happened now instead of with the first book. I believe, everyone who has read your story so far is filled with love for your characters and understanding. Still, sorry you had to suffer the experience!
Namorat
2023-11-23 02:55:33 +0000 UTCNo worries, I hope things go smoothly from here on out for you!
BlueMage_VT
2023-11-23 02:55:28 +0000 UTCNo worries,casual. Stuff happens.
Chaded
2023-11-23 02:54:07 +0000 UTCYour honesty and transparency are very much appreciated. We know that you care!
BargleNawdleZouss
2023-11-23 02:53:43 +0000 UTCThere's always something that editors and copy editors miss. I'm glad you're transparent about the problem and also that it was caught before the finality of physical printing. Things like this are much more expensive to fix after they've been printed.
Keliana Tayler
2023-11-23 02:53:43 +0000 UTCEh, Shit happens. The important thing is that you learn from this experience. Also thanks for informing us about it
AG
2023-11-23 02:53:38 +0000 UTCWell, I missed yesterday's chapter release, so it's like you never missed anything at all 💜
Green0Photon
2023-11-23 02:52:47 +0000 UTCThanks for letting us know! Good luck! I bought the book for a friend so I’ll tell them to hold off!
Cam
2023-11-23 02:52:15 +0000 UTCYou're fans are looking out for you boss!
WarStrider72
2023-11-23 02:51:26 +0000 UTC
