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I wish to sincerely apologize for my prolonged delay in completing the Old Glory series. Though I possess extensive notes and several thousand rewritten words, I have remained stalled for a considerable time—much like George R.R. Martin, yet with the common decency to admit it publicly.
For personal reasons, I chose to release a completed manuscript from 2021. Requiem of Old Glory, the inaugural volume, appeared five years ago this coming November. The mixed reception it received did not deter me, so I pressed onward. After several encouraging nudges from readers, I authored a sequel.
Remnants of Old Glory: Second Chronicle was published in February 2023. It sold modestly but ultimately faltered, receiving virtually no reviews beyond one from a family member—an unmistakable sign of its limited resonance. Undeterred by that disappointment, I remained committed to my promise of at least one final installment.
Between 2022 and 2024, I had meticulously prepared the third and concluding volume. I drafted roughly 40,000 words, only to delete them entirely. Later, following additional personal challenges and another release, I composed another 50,000 words for the finale. Yet upon review, I found the emerging narrative deeply unsatisfying. Where Requiem and Remnants had been infused with hope, Revenge was veering into something far darker—a nihilistic, listless descent reminiscent of The Walking Dead.
By the end of 2024, I was thoroughly exhausted. My creative spark had been extinguished, and what remained of my inspiration lay in ruins. Still, I refused to surrender. Quitting is a thing of my past.
Several months ago, I engaged a professional to help me transition from a dedicated “pantser” to a more structured “planster.” The guidance I received on outlining, character development, and narrative architecture was genuinely excellent. Yet even with such valuable support, I have been unable to reignite the creative current. On my most productive days, I might manage a thousand words—only for weeks or months to pass without further progress. I have tried nearly everything.
Above all, I refuse to release subpar, half-finished work. I briefly considered publishing my notes and existing drafts on a blog, but that would feel like surrender. Though I am not a quitter, I must acknowledge the truth: at present, I am simply unable to complete this novel. The story no longer stirs any passion within me.
On a far brighter note, this journey has blessed me with meaningful connections and genuine friendships among talented creators. I am especially grateful to individuals such as
@ChristianMagrum
@rowlands_laws
@A_C_Pritchard
@YuvalKordov
@bowengreenwood
@misterdpriley
@markevans0526
@starkterror88
(whom I met years ago on another platform -a hellofaguy), and
@RhetHypo
who has encouraged me since 2021.
Each of you pours your heart into your books, music, art, podcasts, and other endeavors. Through this pursuit, I have gained both virtual and real-world friends for whom I am deeply thankful.
To my readers, I am truly sorry for the disappointment. I cannot say when I will finish Revenge of Old Glory. After all, it took J.R.R. Tolkien seventeen years to complete The Lord of the Rings after The Hobbit, and I make no claim to his genius.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support.
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