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The Wayhaven Chronicles—Update+ 05/July/2024
Not exactly the week I was hoping for this week, but I suppose it happens sometimes!Me and Nai got absolutely slammed with stomach flu this week. We were wiped out Sunday and Monday, then finally thought we were over it Tuesday…only for it to hit us again in full force. So that was…fun, lol.We did manage to push ourselves to move our working space to somewhere with stable internet finally! I’d actually forgotten what working internet was like until I loaded a webpage in the new space and it just loaded—just like that! :DSo hoping that w...
TFW sometimes the angsty melodrama you love with the characters actually makes your heart hurt to write it…
--"I trust you, ya rouhi," Nate/Nat whispers, reaching out his/her hands to me.My throat tightens as I notice them shaking.It takes all my strength to push the words past the contracting twinge in my chest. "…Are you afraid of me?"-A sneaky snippet I had to share because I can't be the only one to wallow in this angsty heartache, hehe! ;D
The Wayhaven Chronicles—Update+ 28/June/2024
I can’t believe it’s the end of the week already! It’s just flown by!I was pretty consumed by writing this week, which is probably why I didn’t notice it pass, lol! :DI worked on the PoVs I mentioned last week that were giving me a bit of trouble, and I was going to leave one out and move on…but I was just too desperate to have it in there that I kept thinking about it.And I figure that if a scene won’t leave you alone, then it needs to go in. If the scene had left my head after deciding not to include it, then it would have shown i...
A Wayhaven Wedding
💖 Congratulations to Mila and Jake on their wedding day 💖From the moment Mila hit that tennis ball into Jake's window they were destined to be together. We wish them every happiness!
Monthly Bonus Content #2— Mason/Morgan Masquerade Ball Mask
A bit of an unusual one, I know, for this mask design, hehe!As with Adam/Ava's, I don't want just the usual masks, I want something that shows the character wearing it. And what shows M better than a spiky side and a soft side, right? Both sides are elegant, which suits M's aesthetic for the ball scene, for sure! But it works to also indicate that there's more to M than just the hard exterior...at least that the MC gets to see! All those branching curls and twists on the 'softer' side reveal a hint of the depth of M.Not ...
Ask of the month - June 2024
Now that the first part of the demo has been out for a few weeks (and I am being as patient as I can for chapter two!), we love hearing from you all, so tell us, what was your favourite part of the Demo for Book 4?
TFW you can’t decide which ‘comfort’ scene is your favourite of the love interests…
[GIF Description: Someone rubbing at back of their head saying, 'I'm not indecisive, I just can't decide']I suppose it's a good thing that they each have their own draw to them that I can't make that decision, hehe! I love writing how each vampire reacts in their own individual way to these types of moments!
The Wayhaven Chronicles—Update+ 21/June/2024
Was a week of checking off lots of boxes again this week!I finished writing all the needed blurbs and tag lines for Hosted Games finally! It takes a looooong time to think about a bunch of different ways to describe the story, especially in only 45 words, 80 words, etc! But it was actually really fun breaking down what’s coming up in the story and thinking how to vaguely and mysteriously hint at it, hehe! ;DI also took the opportunity to rewrite the big blurb for Book Four. I wasn’t completely happy with it first time around, so this was a ...
A Change of Scenery...
You know how sometimes you just need a change of scenery? It's just coincidence that the local café/work spot has a view of delicious pastries and shakes hehe!
An Extra Glimpse—Inspiration to Scene Sneak Peek
So, I thought it might be interesting for you guys to see how my 'visualisation' inspirations for chapters that I do help me fill out a scene!Before starting a scene or chapter, part of the preparation I do is research what is coming up and grab visuals or charts or word prompts that help to get my head really in that moment. I didn't do it as much for Book Three, and I really missed it, so I'm really pushing to remember to do it for Book Four and can already tell the huge difference it makes!Here we have some prompts and inspir...
TFW the villain lays an insanely intense but oddly swoon-worthy line on your MC, and you’re just like…
[GIF Description: Someone mimicking arrow in their heart and saying, 'I think I'm in love']I know I shouldn't because they're really bad but...the more I write this villain the more I am falling in love...hehehe!
The Wayhaven Chronicles— Update+14/June/2024
Exciting week!Chapter Two edits are done on my side, so I sent that off to the editor yesterday and am on to starting on Chapter Three!Chapter Two will be added to the demo quite quickly after it's all completely done and polished, but after that I’m going to wait until I have Chapter Three and Four totally completed before updating the demo with those. But there is A LOT going on in Chapter Two that will get the excitement going, as well as setting up the story so much!There were parts of it while I was reading through that I was literal...
Characters of Wayhaven - Tina Poname
Introducing the fabulous Tina in the "Characters of Wayhaven" series! Tina is a bundle of energy, driven by her emotions and exuding confidence that others can't help but envy. She knows her worth and isn't afraid to take up space, making life seem effortless to those around her. But deep down, Tina yearns for a love that will sweep her off her feet and make her heart race. She's on a quest for romance, ready to chase after it wherever it may lead.
Unseen Scene— Book Three, Chapter Five (Ava Version)
Ava does her best not to pay much attention to humans. She especially tries not to pay attention to this human.This Bobby person is scum at its worse.A judgement in no way skewed at knowing she once dated the Detective.Not at all.Ava’s thoughts of denial are cut through as the reporter begins speaking again, the words catching Ava’s attention more than any of the others Bobby has spewed so far."Maybe it would be better to catch you another time. It's always better when you're…alone."Ava stiffens. “Detective [Surname] is ...
Unseen Scene— Book Three, Chapter Five (Adam Version)
Adam does his best not to pay much attention to humans. He especially tries not to pay attention to this human.This Bobby person is scum at its worse.A judgement in no way skewed at knowing he once dated the Detective.Not at all.Adam’s thoughts of denial are cut through as the reporter begins speaking again, the words catching Adam’s attention more than any of the others Bobby has spewed so far."Maybe it would be better to catch you another time. It's always better when you're…alone."Adam stiffens. “Detective [Surname] i...
World of Wayhaven - Rivett Pond & Grounds
Next in the "World of Wayhaven" series is Rivett Pond and Grounds. As the warehouses in Wayhaven fell into disuse and the docks became used more for fun than commerce, the residents needed somewhere green in town, Rivett Pond & Grounds was formed.Landscaped atop of an old waste mountain used by the warehouses, the eyesore was transformed into a beautiful space with a rippling pond dotted with golden koi and paths that meander through green spaces bordered with beds of lush fragrant flowers.…Just be careful of the occasional shift in t...
TFW when a character reveals the basis of the new villain’s powers, and your MC realises just how bad it could get for the vampires…
[GIF Description: Someone shaking their head saying, 'Oh, oh. That's not good.']Things are going…interestingly for the MC and the vampires so far...hehe!
The Wayhaven Chronicles— Update+ 07/June/2024
Super quick one this week ‘cause I really want to dive back into it!It was social media days this week, and the internet held out long enough for me to actually get everything completed! Yay!I also put in an extra quite large variation to a scene for the end of Chapter Two. But it wasn’t just one variation but a choice I had to add for each Love Interest route, the love triangle, and the friend route…phew!I had thought about adding more, but it just doesn’t seem appropriate for that moment, plus it’s one of the romance moment where it...
Book 4 Love Interest Opening Scene Aesthetics
You know I have a problem...I can't get enough of these types of graphics so I couldn't not share the aesthetics I created for each Love Interest opening scene in the newly released Book 4 Demo. Though I must say, I am having a hard time picking a favourite among them!
Monthly Bonus #1 - Current Scene Aesthetic
So around social media days this week, I'm having fun looking at what is to come in Chapter Three! I still need to do more editing and things on Chapter Two to finish it up before sending it off to the editor, but I always like to keep myself motivated by getting enthusiastic at what's to come.I also find that knowing the scene I'll be working on next helps me to start picturing it in my mind way before writing it, which means when I do come to write it, I've already got it mapped out like shooting a scene for a movie or TV show...
Patreon Content - June 2024
We are thrilled to bring you another month of fantastic Patreon content! The next masquerade mask sketch is truly stunning and we can't wait for you to see it! Plus, we are wrapping up the highly popular "Bobby Kiss Reveal" scenes this time from Adam/Ava's perspective.
TFW the very-fast-healing Nate/Nat sustains an injury which lasts and they struggle immensely with the pain of it…
[GIF Description: Baymax giving a soothing hug]Some scenes are definitely a lot more painful to write than others—for both me and the characters!
TFW you put a little Book One romance throwback in and can't wait to until people find it...
It's a one word throwback, but it's quite an impactful one! I absolutely knew I had to put it in there for the villain when I was writing the plan, though!
The Wayhaven Chronicles- Book Four, Demo One
The Wayhaven Chronicles: Book FourA change of career, a deepening romance, and barely any time off from training makes for a hectic time for your character!It would be a shame if something else were added to that ever-growing pile…But it seems the chance for a break is fast vanishing as something stirs beneath the ground of Wayhaven.Something old.Something powerful.Something with a verykeen interest in you.Delve into Wayhaven once again, where a new powerful enemy is not only unleashed upon the town, but unleashes something wholly unexpected ...
The Wayhaven Chronicles—Update+ 31/May/2024
A busy one this week! But it always feels good when it’s been busy but you can check so many things off your list. Especially seeing as it was a bank holiday I forgot about last Monday, so a shorter week! :DAfter some amazingly encouraging comments on Patreon, I did decide to go back and put in the Unit Bravo POV for Chapter Two. Not only that, but I decided to make it individual love interest POVs, because I can’t help myself, hehe! But it was actually kind of perfect, because it gives a nice small glimpse into what the vampires get up to ...
That Bit Extra - Detailed Map - The Wayhaven Lighthouse & Coast
Nai has done an amazing job with this section of the map! Wayhaven’s lighthouse was one of the first buildings, apart from warehouses, built for the town. With such bustling trade, it was imperative that boats rowing in from the ships anchored past the headland made it to the shore without incident, or they risked having their cargo lost to the depths of the lake.Nowadays, the lighthouse remains working but offers little more than an interesting tourist destination for the rare few tourists who actually manage to find the hidden little town.I...
TFW you're SO tempted to put the perfect pun in but it's a really dramatic moment...
[GIF Description: Kronk with an angel on one shoulder, and a devil on the other saying' He'll lead you down the path of righteousness. I'll lead you down the path that rocks']The drama is TOO good to break with a pun, but it would be so perfectly timed...ohhh, it is sooo tempting, especially when you know how much I love a pun, hehe!
Book Four...Demo One - Patreon Exclusive Preview
The Wayhaven Chronicles: Book FourA change of career, a deepening romance, and barely any time off from training makes for a hectic time for your character!It would be a shame if something else were added to that ever-growing pile…But it seems the chance for a break is fast vanishing as something stirs beneath the ground of Wayhaven.Something old.Something powerful.Something with a verykeen interest in you.Delve into Wayhaven once again, where a new powerful enemy is not only unleashed upon the town, but unleashes something wholly unexpected ...
The Wayhaven Chronicles—Update+ 24/May/2024
Well, I should probably start the update by saying that the first demo section will be released tomorrow for you guys on $5+ Patreon!:DIt is a short section, only being Chapter One, but a lot of the work went into the behind the scenes and coding stuff, so hopefully it will be running super smooth! It’ll be a good thing to see if this new editing system is working, and also if all that intense work that went into the cleaning code, changing character creator, etc has paid off, hehe!While I was waiting for the readers’ comments to come back ...
