Author's Note: A Long Overdue Hello! (And what to expect in the future).

Hi again readers and fans, I hope every one of you is doing extremely well. It's been a long wait and I'd like to thank you all for your continued interest and devoted support! The reviews, comments, and power stones did not escape my notice during my hiatus. I wanted to express my deepest gratitude to all those who took the time to do any of these (it is extremely motivating, touching and inspiring).

Now, I thought it only fair to fill everyone in on my future plans with the Blood & Juniper series and what I've been working towards over the past two years:

This book is incredibly special to me and it is a dream of mine to eventually publish it into a psychical book that can be bought and owned– along with the next book(s) in the series. I have a special place in my heart for many of the devoted readers on webnovel. I ask that you bear with me while I figure out the nitty gritty of publishing. I am aware there is a possibility may have to take Blood & Juniper off web novel in the future, but I will do my best to keep everyone informed. It is important to me that the people who were passionate and supportive of the project will always I have access to read Blood & Juniper. I am open to comments, suggestions and even fans interested in being involved in the project. (I am working on putting myself out there and not being so reclusive). Your concerns matter to me. Without you guys, I'm certain I wouldn't have the courage to try getting published.

My plans are not set in stone as of yet. I've mostly been working hard to edit Blood & Juniper and getting it polished up. My progress on book 2 has been slow (organization has been tricky) but rest assured, it's happening. However, Because I'm moving forward with the goal to publish I may not put book two up on web novel. I may put up a few teaser chapters but will likely hold off on putting it up in its entirety.

I hope my decision is understandable but am willing to change my mind if it's not in the best interest of my book or my readers. (Again, If you are interested in beta reading. LMK)

Now! For the exciting progress! I have been working with a very talented artist to design a unique cover for Blood & Juniper. She has recently finished her work and I couldn't be happier with the results. Because of the extensive editing I've done, I was thinking I may re-release Blood & Juniper on the web novel with the new cover. (Call it Blood and Juniper: remastered or something lol) I can keep the this current version up for anyone interested in comparing or rereading or even a first time read. If this idea interests you: be vocal and I'll make it happen.

Once again, thank you so so much everyone.

Expect the first teaser chapter for Book 2 and I'll be marking Blood and Juniper book 1 as complete. I look forward to any thoughts and advice you have– don't be shy, my dedicated reader hold a lot of sway on my decisions!

Have an excellent 2023!