This won't be a very long announcement, as a minor version of it already came out.

Firstly, as well as finally releasing on Amazon across multiple countries, it is now available on KU. This is a highly edited version of the book with some added scenes for setup into later books. At the very least it will remain up for 3 months, it is unlikely to continue into a second period of KU unless the series continues to generate a high number of page views, at which point it will at most be extended to 6 months. As for those who wish to read this edited version,

US amazon page for Book 1

As for the major announcement:

This story is signed with Podium to release English Audiobooks in the future!

As it's still really early in the process, it's still not possible to give an exact date on the release date. These Audiobooks will be released through Audible, like many other web novels adaptated by them. And overall, I look forward to working with them to create a memorable story for new individuals to find out about and existing readers to enjoy when listening in.

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While I cannot say too much about the deal itself, I can mention that only books 1-3, which have been written and are currently available, have been signed. But if the process goes well and the books are well recieved, it's likely that the full series will receive audiobooks as well.

And some bonus stuff

And can't confirm it yet... But the current ending for the series, at book 5, would leave for quite a jarring conclusion. As such there are plans to extend this series to a sixth book, but due what it's plot would be I'm on edge regarding the decision.

If this book 6 did happen, it would feel very similar to book 1 as the MC is alone and while strong enough to survive, must avoid those huge dangers. Lots of discovery and not a whole lot of plot, more so just progression towards and endpoint. It could also be different if any of the cast stick around with him for that book, but the current progression seems to be that only Raccelline might have that chance, and it's not guaranteed she's involved. Thoughts on whether people would want a 6th book and that solo/duo adventure are appreciated.

I've had more ideas for this overtime, but whether the series needs this sudden shift in pace or dynamics is highly questionable. More specifically, whether the resolution of book 5, whilst abrupt, would complete the series anyway.