First off, thank you. Truly. I’ve been a bit quiet for a while, so seeing the Substack continued support means more than I can easily put into words.

I do owe you all an apology for the lack of updates over the past few months. Life has been busy in ways that don’t always leave room for creative momentum, and I’m getting back into the story later than I originally hoped. That said, things are finally starting to come together in a meaningful way.

I’m excited to officially say that I’m beginning work on the next installment.

Right now, I’m in the outlining phase, locking down structure, arcs, and where this book needs to land. If all goes well, I expect to start writing the first chapter sometime next week or the week after.

I know the big question is timing. As of now, I’m aiming for a June release, with a possibility of May depending on how my pace settles. One thing I’ve learned from previous books is that my earlier week-after-week writing pace wasn’t sustainable long-term for me personally. This time around, I’ll be starting a little slower and adjusting as I go, rather than burning out early.

I’m also still deciding how this book will be released. I haven’t settled on whether I’ll continue posting chapters to Royal Road or Patreon, or if I’ll hold everything and release the full novel once it’s finished. There are pros and cons to each approach, but consistency is the biggest factor in whether I want to post weekly chapters.

The good news is that you won’t be waiting long for another update. I’ll be revealing the title and cover for the next book within the next week or two, so stay tuned for that.

As always, thank you for sticking around, for your patience, and for your support. I’m genuinely excited to get back into this world—and I can’t wait to share what’s coming next.

Catch you in the pages,
P.R. Ramos

Today’s the day—The Hybrid Path (Book 3 of Dungeons and Dragoons) is officially live on Amazon!

I’m thrilled to finally share this next chapter of Kaiden’s journey with all of you. This book has been a blast to write, and I’m grateful for everyone who’s stuck with the series so far. Your support and feedback continue to mean a lot.

If you haven’t seen it yet, the cover for Book 4 is already up on the Amazon page. And yes, I’ve listed a release date—but that’s just a tentative one. I’m hoping to release it sooner. It’s always better to move a date forward than delay it, so I gave myself a little breathing room. As things progress, I’ll have a clearer idea of when the next book will be ready.

Thanks again for reading, and I hope you enjoy The Hybrid Path. Let me know what you think—and stay tuned. Kaiden’s story is far from over.

Catch you in the pages,
P.R. Ramos

I’m excited to finally share that Book 3 of Dungeons and Dragoons is set for release on June 24th, and it’s titled The Hybrid Path.

This one picks up right where things left off—Kaiden’s growth, the branching paths of multi-classing, some new challenges (and old ones resurfacing), and of course, more dungeon madness. If you've been waiting to see where his choices lead next, you won't have to wait much longer.

The ebook is now available for preorder, and as always, it will also be available on Kindle Unlimited at launch.

Thanks for sticking with the series and being part of this journey.

Catch you in the pages,
P.R. Ramos

It’s finally here—Spell Scribe: Dungeons and Dragoons Book 2 is officially LIVE on Amazon! For those of you who’ve been itching to continue Kaiden’s journey through the world of Aterra, the wait is over.

The eBook version is ready to download, and Kindle Unlimited readers can jump in immediately. The paperback version is still in Amazon’s review queue, but it should be launching very soon—hang tight, it’s on the way.

Book 3 is already in the works, and I’m also planning to release Book 4 in 2025 as well. I don’t have exact dates yet, but I’ll keep you posted as we get closer—so stay tuned.

Thank you for being part of this adventure with me. If you give Spell Scribe a read, I’d love to hear your thoughts—reviews and messages always make my day.

Catch you in the pages,
P.R. Ramos

I know it’s been a little while since we’ve had an update, but I don’t want to fill anyone’s inbox with minutiae, so let’s get right to it.

Book two in the Dungeons and Dragoons series, Spell Scribe, is on track for a March 2024 release, though I don’t have an exact date yet. Yes, that means it’s supposed to be out next month, but I haven’t finished writing it yet, so I can’t lock in a release date. I have the ending mapped out and I’m writing the chapters to get there, but there’s still work to do. Once the draft is complete, I’ll move on to editing. As soon as I have a solid release date, I’ll send another update.

In the meantime, take a look at the new book cover.

Going forward, I’m thinking about making future releases available for preorder with set release dates on Amazon. I haven’t confirmed this yet, but I’d like to transition to that format starting with book three.

Catch you in the pages,
P.R. Ramos

Hello Dreamerss,

Today is a day I’ve been eagerly waiting to share with you—my newest novel, The Art of Four: Dungeons and Dragoons Book 1, is officially out and available on Amazon! Even better, if you're a Kindle Unlimited reader, you can dive in right now as part of your subscription.

This story has been a labor of love. This new LitRPG series follows Kaiden, a man from Earth who is transported to the magical world of Aterra, where power is earned through magic, skill, and dungeon exploration. In this world, dungeons are filled with treasure, deadly creatures, and hidden secrets, and the most daring individuals become dungeon divers either on their own or through the Dungeoneer Corps, risking their lives in

I hope The Art of Four brings you as much joy to read as it brought me to write. And I plan on continuing the series in the very near future

Thank you for being part of this journey with me. If you decide to give it a read, I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Catch you in the pages,
P.R. Ramos

I just wanted to let everyone know that I’ve started writing a new LitRPG series called Dungeons and Dragoons. I’ve begun uploading chapters to Royal Road if anyone wants to catch the series as I write it and before it gets published on Amazon in the near future.

The first book in the series is titled: The Art of Four and the summary is as follows

Kaiden thought he died. Instead, he woke up in a strange new world called Aterra.

In this LitRPG adventure, Kaiden finds himself in a land where everyone has magical abilities, and dungeons are scattered across the planet—filled with danger, treasure, and opportunity. Determined to make his mark, he sets his sights on joining the military’s deadly Dungeoneer Corps, the infamous dungeon divers who brave these perilous caverns.

But Aterra is no game. Kaiden has a lot to learn—about this world, about his newfound abilities, and about why he was brought here in the first place. The dungeons are ruthless, and surviving them will take more than just strength. It will take wit, skill, and courage.

Can Kaiden unlock his true potential before the dungeons claim him?

Unfortunately, this won’t be available for preorder on Amazon because I don’t know when the release date will be, but stay tuned for updates on the release window.

Catch you in the pages,

P.R. Ramos

I'm thrilled to announce that The Sage, the latest installment in the Planetary Fixer Trilogy, is now officially released and available for purchase on Amazon! After much anticipation, you can finally dive into Zaelen's finale.

I’ve poured countless hours and a lot of heart into The Sage, and I’m incredibly proud to have finally brought the Planetary Fixer Trilogy to a close. It’s been a challenging but rewarding journey, and seeing it come together has been nothing short of fulfilling. I'm truly grateful for your patience and support as I've worked to craft a story that lives up to the world and characters we've all come to love. Thank you for sticking with me through this adventure.

Don't miss out on the journey—grab your copy today and join Zaelen and his companions as they face their greatest threats yet!

Catch you in the pages,

P.R. Ramos

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I’m just stopping by to provide everyone with an update on how things are going with The Sage. I’m happy to announce that the draft has been completed and will be going through the editing process for the next few weeks or so and has a planned release date of somewhere between August 21-28. If I can get it out on the sooner side, then I will. Because things happen, I wanted to give myself ample time to make sure I can deliver the final product I envisioned.

This time around, there will be no preorders going up on Amazon. I apologize for the inconvenience, but with the release date still up in the air, it wouldn’t work.

The wait is almost over, and I am excited that The Sage will be released in just a few short weeks. Your patience and support mean the world to me, and I believe you will find this next adventure worth the wait. Stay tuned for the official release date, and get ready to dive back into the world of the Planetary Fixer Trilogy and the conclusion to Zaelen’s story.

Catch you in the pages,

P.R. Ramos

Thank you all for your patience and steadfast support. I’m thrilled to share that work on the final installment of our beloved series has officially commenced. The title of this concluding novel is "The Sage," and it promises to deliver a fitting end to Zaelen’s final journey to retirement.

My aim is to bring "The Sage" to you by the end of summer 2024, or even sooner if the stars align in our favor. Your encouragement and enthusiasm have been a beacon throughout this process, and I am deeply committed to delivering a story that honors that devotion.

I would also like to address a change regarding the availability of "The Sage." Unfortunately, the book will not be available for preorder. This decision stems from the delays in the release of Book 2, for which I take full responsibility. This is not a reflection on Amazon or its policies, but rather a consequence of the timeline shifts that occurred during the previous book's publication.

I am grateful for your understanding and continue to be humbled by your commitment to Zaelen's story. Moving forward, I promise to update you with a potential release date as we get closer.

Thank you once again for joining me on this incredible adventure. The final chapter awaits, and I am excited to embark on this last stretch with you all.

Even though this may be Zaelen’s final chapter, a new LitRPG series is set to begin around December 2024 or January 2025, so stay tuned!

Catch you in the pages,

P.R. Ramos

Long time, no chat, right? Well, I have some news that's been a long time coming—I finally finished the second novel, "The Sundered"! 🎉 Yes, it took a bit (okay, a lot) longer than expected, but let me tell you, those edits and rewrites? They snuck up on me like ninjas in the night! And just when I thought I was done, life decided to throw a few curveballs my way. You know how it goes.

But here's the good part: "The Sundered" is here, and it's ready to take you back to your favorite Planetary Fixer. I'm already deep into planning the next installment, and fingers crossed, it should be finished this summer—this year for sure. Hopefully no ninjas this time around.

Thank you all for your patience and for sticking with me through this journey. Your support means the universe to me, and I can't wait to share what's next. So, here's to the adventures ahead, and trust me, they're going to be epic.

Catch you in the pages,

P.R. Ramos

Hello Fellow Dreamers!

I’m proud to announce that my first novel The Wanderer: The Planetary Fixer Trilogy Book 1 has been selected as a winner of the 2024 PenCraft Seasonal Book Award Winter Competition

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It is a complete honor and shock to have won this award. To say this was unexpected is an understatement. I never set out with the intention of winning awards. My goal was simply to sit down, day after day, and transform the whirlwind of ideas into coherent, engaging narratives. But as I reached the end of this journey, something extraordinary happened – my novel was honored with the 2024 PenCraft Seasonal Book Award Winter Competition.

Writing my first novel was more than just a creative endeavor; it was a personal challenge. A challenge to see if the stories, long pent up in my mind, could take shape in the form of a fully fleshed-out novel. It was a journey I embarked on mostly for myself, driven by a curiosity to explore my capabilities as a storyteller.

This unexpected recognition is not just an award for a book; it feels like a validation of my journey, a nod to the countless hours spent in the quiet company of my characters and their worlds. To everyone who has read my story, your engagement means the world to me. This award is as much yours as it is mine.

Catch you in the pages,

P.R. Ramos

Hello Fellow Dreamers,

After lots of toil and trouble, the novel has been completed! I’m very excited to release the first installment of the trilogy and one of the many series I plan to write in the future.

Interestingly enough, the hardest part came after the writing—the editing. After many weeks of editing, I can’t say how thrilled I am to finally be done with it. The finished manuscript was sent off to my editor who returned it after a few weeks of scrutinization, which left me fixing many details.

How do you feel about editing? Do you like or look forward to it? Personally, it’s my least favorite thing to do, probably in the world. The more I self-edit, the more I seem to want to change things. Whether this is good or bad, remains to be seen, but I think I know how George Lucas feels.

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For me, writing a novel isn’t just about putting pen to page, but making sure I’m putting down the write right words. I’m sure many of you have your own styles and what you consider the right correct way. For those of you who publish your writings, do you send your editors the first draft right away or do you self-edit? For those of you who self-edit, how often do you do it and what type of editing do you do?

I must self-edit before I can send my work to any editor or other prying eyes lest they think I’m completely incompetent. My writing tends to flow constantly when I get in the groove and any stopping to edit can end the creativity in an instant. In other words, I ride the wave until it breaks. I know I’m not alone. For all you self-editors like me, at what point do you go back and edit? Is it every sentence, paragraph, page, chapter, or couple of chapters? Believe it or not, it’s all of the above for me, well… most of the above and sometimes. Yes, confusing. I know.

I wouldn’t exactly say I’m a perfectionist, but I’m a perfectionist. You might be wondering how I can say I ride the creativity wave before I edit and then turn around and say I edit every sentence, paragraph, etc. Well, let me explain. While riding the creativity wave, scenes and plot points seem to be unfolding before my very eyes, which causes me to backstep earlier and insert proper setups. Inserting these setups leads to a quick edit of the paragraph so there’s at least some semblance of coherence. Not having lost the wave, I get back on it and continue. Other times, it’s really much simpler. The wave only lasts a few pages, a few paragraphs, or isn’t there at all. You won’t see big waves every day.

I’ll usually start my comprehensive edit every 10 chapters or so. This is where I’ll go back and look at everything from punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure, to overall flow. It’s the most painful part of the process for me. Are there any authors out there who love editing or self-editing? I hold a lot of respect for editors because it’s not an easy job.

Once I’m through with the self-edit, then it’s at least respectable enough for me to send it over to an editor, who’ll undoubtedly return it with enough red markings to call it an abstract painting. Then it’s time to go over the editor’s notes and fix the manuscript. I lied earlier, this is actually the most painful part of the process for me.

I only have a couple of more chapters to go before my last self-edit and then the rest of the novel is off to the editor. Wish me luck and happy writing/editing to everyone.

I've been busy toiling away on my first draft and figured it was time for an update. I'm pleased to announce that I'm more than halfway through writing the draft. My goal is to write about 80,000 words. Here’s a snapshot of where I’m at so far.

Some of you Eagle-eyed readers might recognize this screenshot as none other than Campfire. I find it extremely easy to keep track of everything I need. I especially love the feature that keeps track of how many hours I put into writing.

I didn’t start writing on Campfire, however, so my hours are a bit off. Google Docs was my starter and I still use it daily for brainstorming and separating out ideas. I was about 10,000 words in when I switched over to Campfire.

How long does it take you or the average writer to write 50,000 words? As this is my first novel, I have no idea if I’m blazing through — I highly doubt that — or writing at a turtle’s pace. The hours listed are purely for writing and editing. They don’t account for the time spent when I’m lost in thought thinking about plot points or characters.

“What about writer’s block?” you might be thinking. I can’t say I’ve experienced that yet since I’m at the beginning of my journey. I have many years of pent-up ideas and Google Docs that should help carry me for a while.

Some people have said that novels sometimes write themselves and I can honestly say I’m experiencing that to a certain extent. Throughout writing the story I even find that the characters are taking on twists that I hadn’t even anticipated or thought about. Has this happened to anyone else? Surely, I can’t be the only one.

Yours in words and wonder,

P.R. Ramos

Catch you in the pages,

P.R. Ramos

Dear Fellow Dreamers,

Greetings to all you fellow adventurers of the imagination! I'm P.R. Ramos, and I'm thrilled to welcome you to the inaugural edition of my email newsletter. If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the curtain of a budding fantasy author's mind, you're in for a treat.

For the past few months, I've embarked on an exciting journey crafting my very first novel. The story has been brewing within me for quite some time, a vivid tapestry of characters, worlds, and emotions that I'm now weaving together into words.

In these forthcoming newsletters, I plan to pull back the veil and give you a front-row seat to this creative odyssey. I'll share my writing process, from the exhilarating eureka moments to the not-so-glamorous struggles. We'll delve into the intricacies of world-building, character development, and the art of sculpting plot twists that leave you on the edge of your seat.

But it won't just be a one-way transmission of my journey. I invite you to join me in this endeavor. Share your insights, questions, and thoughts—after all, storytelling is a communal experience. As I shape this novel, I'm also shaping a community of fellow dreamers who appreciate the power of words to transport us to other realms.

Expect candid reflections, insights, and perhaps a sprinkle of my quirky sense of humor along the way. I'll aim to send these updates regularly, letting you in on both the highs and lows of the process. Through this, I hope to not only keep you engaged but also provide a glimpse into the heart of what it means to be a writer, from the very beginning.

So, buckle up and get ready to journey with me through the magical and sometimes tumultuous world of creating a novel. I can't wait to share this adventure with you.

Yours in words and wonder,

P.R. Ramos