Good evening everyone, it's Tyrus. Let me share what's been going on:

First of all, progress is coming. We're still at a pretty slow pace. It's really hard to write how I want these last few chapters to go, but I STILL have not stopped. My estimate of mid-fall might be pushed back to late-fall to early winter, but it's STILL coming along. I sincerely apologize for not finishing the book sooner, I know you're all very excited to see how it comes to be. I don't want to make any excuses, even if I do have several big ones. I'm gonna keep writing, and book 2 will be great. I'll definitely be taking a break afterwards, but I promise I still won't be giving up.

Secondly...I just want to apologize again for the lack of content. I know a lot of people want to see more shorts and videos, but it's a lot harder to find motivation and inspiration to get these things done. If you REALLY want anything more from me, try reaching out to me on my socials. If you're a fan, I'd love to talk to you, even if it's unrelated to my book and brand. I just feel like I've put so much effort into my work, received very little reward, which leads to less motivation to use effort. Normally you can break this cycle, but when it comes to creativity, you can't really force it. I'm not using this as an excuse, mind you. I AM STILL WORKING, and I will KEEP working until this book is done.

Thirdly, personal life. Only thing I can really say right now: DAMN, it is HOT. I like summer, but the last few years have really sucked. Winter is still a lot worse though. I'm Canadian, I would know. And I'm going to be working at my personal job for several days in a row, so that's less time for writing. I don't want to apologize for all three paragraphs, but again. I'm sorry this book is taking too long. Still recovering from my grandfather's death, this heat is killing me, and I'm feeling lost creative-wise. But still, as the old saying goes, "Fuck it, we ball." We carry on.

Anyway, sorry for rambling this time. I'm still working, and I hope I can keep my promises more often. Thank you for reading, and I hope you all continue to anticipate the next installment in the Advent Novel series!

Incorrect Quote:
Flash: I think my guardian angel drinks.

Hello everyone, Tyrus here. Here's another report.

First of all, as usual, progress is still being made. I think I've mentioned it before, but I've stopped writing the remaining chapters in order. I just write whatever I feel like writing now. It breaks up the remaining work more easily, and keeps my mind fresh instead of just stewing on one scene of a chapter for weeks. I'm really frustrated on how close I am to finishing the book, yet burnt out so much. I'm sure if I had to energy I had when I first started the book, I would have finished it in just two weeks. But that's what burnout does to people, I guess. I'm gonna take a break for a bit upon finishing book 2 so I don't die writing book 3.

Second of all, I have started another Youtube Channel! This channel is simply called "Tyrus Tisdale" and it's where all my author stuff will go. There will be short videos, my rambles, and stuff of the like. It's an early work in progress, but more videos will appear soon. Right now, all I have are my two Advent shorts. Planning on adding more soon!

https://www.youtube.com/@TyrusTisdale

Third, my personal life...I'll be very blunt with you guys. The family issues I mentioned? It was over my grandfather, Papa. He very unfortunately passed away yesterday from cancer. His diagnosis devastated my family, and his passing, in just two days, has broken us down so much. But, the last time I saw him, he was smiling, and he said he was proud of me. So, I'm still in pain, but I still want to write. I'm gonna pace myself and not burnout, but I swear, my resolve to become an incredible writer with moving stories is stronger than ever. I might make something more directly dedicated to him, but this has all been very hard on us the past several months. It's why this last book has taken so long to make. But I promised to make him even prouder, and I promise everyone to finish this book. I'll be fine.


Thank you everyone for understanding. Hope to see you guys next time. Thank you for reading, and I hope you all continue to anticipate the next installment in the Advent Novel series!

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Garrett: How’s practice going? 
Mars: Terrible. I want to stab everybody there. 
Kaiden: Okay, just don’t get any blood on your clothes. 
Garrett: …you shouldn’t be condoning this. 
Kaiden: Don’t tell me how to live my life.