Category: Novel
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Abbeys & Algorithms of Novel Writing
What do abbeys, algorithms and novels have in common? More than you might think. From coding Z80 assembly on a ZX Spectrum to writing The Mereland Chronicles, I’ve learned that patience, structure and resilience are what keep both code and stories alive.
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Mapping Mereland: The World of The Crier
Step into Mereland with the official map of The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier, inspired by the Furness Peninsula in Cumbria. Blending real Lake District geography with older place names like Ulverstone, Daltune, and Baarrai, the map highlights a world where history and fantasy meet.
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Now we Wait…
Sending my manuscript to the editor felt like launching a rocket: excitement mixed with the fear of explosion. Now, I’m juggling promo tasks while my feet recover from plantar fasciitis. Meanwhile, I’ve become a reading machine! Let’s get this book into the wild!
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NEWS FLASH – Final Edits!
After years of world-building, writing, and rewrites, The Mereland Chronicles has officially gone in for its final edit. It’s one of the last big steps before launch. It’s starting to feel real!
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A Small Delay – But Worth the Wait
The Mereland Chronicles – The Crier is set for a Summer 2025 release, as the author prioritizes quality over haste. Amid life’s demands, significant improvements based on feedback are being made. The delay reflects deep care for the story and its readers, promising an exciting adventure worth the wait.
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The Hidden Secrets of Mereland
The English Lake District is steeped in legends, but few are as eerie as the tale of the Claife Crier; a spectral monk whose mournful wails echo across Windermere. In The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier, this chilling myth is more than just folklore; it’s the key to something far greater.…
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Decoding the Mereland Title
Titles shape stories, and The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier by PJ Scribbans needed one that captured its haunting atmosphere. Inspired by the Lake District’s meres and the eerie legend of the Claife Crier, the title emerged naturally. This is just the beginning. Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes insights into the…
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Furness Abbey: The Heart the Crier
Furness Abbey is more than a ruin, it’s the heart of The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier. Once a place of power, learning, and faith, its echoes shape Henry’s journey. Explore its rich history, legends of hidden tunnels, and the whispers of betrayal that linger among its ancient stones in the…
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Character Notes: Devotion of Henry
Henry moved through the Abbey’s halls, a monk in appearance but restless in spirit. He sought knowledge, not salvation, yet clung to faith out of habit. When Hannah entered his life, her presence challenged his beliefs. Was his trust a virtue, or the very flaw that would lead to his…
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Mereland Chronicles: New Book Trailer
A New Book Trailer for The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier PJ Scribbans has unveiled a new book trailer! This teaser captures the emotional heart of The Mereland Chronicles: The Crier; separation, longing, and unseen forces pulling Hannah and Henry apart. Discover the inspiration behind the trailer and how it reflects…
Paul J. Scribbans - Author 