<![CDATA[Sefchik.com - Updates]]>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:20:52 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[Congratulations PageBound Winners!]]>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:53:38 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/congratulations-pagebound-winnersI would like to congratulate the ten people on PageBound who won the giveaway for An Oath to the Winter Winds. I hope the book is an added light to your week, and that Sebastian & Niamh's story brings a little warmth and comfort to your hearts. As always, if you finish reading the book, I would be most grateful if you could take a couple minutes of your time and write an honest review in whatever space you feel most comfortable posting.

PageBound a site that a friend told me about, and that they were rolling out a new giveaway program. I figured I would give it a try because the costs are within a much more reasonable range compared to other bookish websites. I'm always looking for affordable places to promote my works, and this seemed like a great opportunity to support a new space dedicated to reading while spreading the word about my own works, too!

I wish the founds of PageBound all the best in continuing to grow their platform, and I hope the winners of the AOttWW giveaway genuinely enjoy the book!

To everyone else who follows my website, I will provide more updates in the days ahead. I apologize for disappearing for two months with no updates.

Stay healthy and hydrated, friends!
]]><![CDATA[Happy Release Day!]]>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:01:01 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/happy-release-day
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This was the first time where the book was ready months in advance of its release date, but here we are! My first romantasy between our two cinnamon rolls from Key of Arcandus get their own story with a little spice! An Oath to the Winter Winds is a work of personal love because these two were originally created in a play-by-post RPG I participated in years ago. Over time, I had them rebuilt to fit the world of Clayne and to also play a supporting part in Siroun's story.

I hope to write many more of these supplemental standalone stories, but going into 2026 I have to focus on book three of the Carving Legacies series. For now, I hope that this winter romance will warm your hearts over the holidays!
]]><![CDATA[Shifting Social Media Platforms]]>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:53:47 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/shifting-social-media-platformsHello Friends!
Well, it's official. TikTok will be sold, and a US-only version of the app will become required for American users to download if they wish to continue usage. What this means is that I will not be continuing my social media presence on TikTok once that transition occurs. I have also deleted my Instagram account so that I am no longer active on Meta.

"Where do I find you?" you might ask. Currently I have a presence on Tome, and I have begun to focus my posting updates on BlueSky again. I have no idea how long these two platforms will continue to maintain its independence in this country given the current circumstances, but for now, that is where I am at while I wind things down on TikTok.

As always, the best way to stay updated without relying on an algorithm is to sign up for my mailing list. This is a direct-to-your-inbox method of updating you on any news such as book releases, in-person events, and other little tidbits. I only email people once a quarter when things are quiet, and once a month if things are busy. It's a fantastic way to get updates directly from me when there is actually something to share, and it means you won't miss out on any pertinent information that you actually want to know about.

Speaking of which... I want to post a reminder that later this month, I will be selling and signing my books at the Spring Hill Public Library on Saturday, 09/27/25 from 10am - 1pm. I'll be doing some bundle discounts like I had at Uwu Con, and there will even be a pre-order discount (with purchase) as well. Click on the advert below to take you to the library's event page.
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]]><![CDATA[Book Signing on 09/27/25 in Tennesse!]]>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:20:41 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/book-signing-on-092725-in-tennesseHello friends!
It's been a while since I've given an update, so let me formally announce that I will be attending a small in-person event in Spring Hill, TN on Saturday, September 27th from 10am - 1pm. The details have been marked on the site event calendar, and you can get the full rundown directly from the Spring Hill Public Library event post. 

I will be selling and signing copies of my first two books: Key of Arcandus and Obligation's Unity. Additionally, I will be taking pre-orders for my upcoming debut romantasy: An Oath to the Winter Winds.

For those who signed up for my mailing list, I will be sending out a digital goodie this month in anticipation of AOttWW's release! Keep your eyes open for when that comes to your inboxes. For those who are not yet signed up, now is the perfect time to do so!
]]><![CDATA[An Oath to the Winter Winds - Cover Reveal & Release Date]]>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 16:36:18 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/an-oath-to-the-winter-winds-cover-reveal-release-date
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I'm happy to announce that An Oath to the Winter Winds is finished and available for preorder on my site starting today! For those who are members of my mailing list, you will be sent a coupon code towards your preorder purchase of the physical books.

If you haven't yet signed up for my mailing list / newsletter, now is a better time than ever to do that. Only through the mailing list can you receive coupons, early reveals, and digital goodies as I make them available. You also are the first to be notified of upcoming news pertaining to my books.

Release Date: 12-02-25
Available Formats: Ebook, Hardcover, Paperback
The Ebook format will be available through all online book retail stores. The physical versions are only available through my website or at in-person events.

I hope you all stay safe and remain in good health!
]]><![CDATA[Let's GOOOOOO!]]>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:27:57 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/lets-gooooooIt's been a hot minute since my last update, but that's because I've been working hard to get these next two projects to their respective finish lines. But it's a new month, and about time to let you know where the fruits of my labor have brought us.
First out the gate, as of this week we've officially started production on the audiobook for Key of Arcandus! After hearing two of the chapters that have come from Paige already, I'm beyond excited! Publishing a book is already a wonderful experience, but to hear one's characters come to life through another's voice(s) is on a completely different playing field.
Next up is on the publication front. After a year of collecting dust due to real life priorities, An Oath to the Winter Winds has officially been handed off to the cover / interior designers and will be released in the Winter of 2025!

​Preorders will be available through my website on the day I release the cover art. However, keep a sharp eye on upcoming announcements because I have a potential book event coming up in September which might get you pre-sale access if you attend.
While those two projects are reaching their respective finish lines, what's next in store for the Carving Legacies series? 
Book Three
Yes, it's finally time to tackle the next installment in Siroun and Lyonesse's respective journeys, and bring them together. Technically the initial draft for book three was completed back in 2023. But after going back and taking a look at everything I had written, the manuscript just didn't meet the moment for me, and there were a lot of other ideas and connections I wanted to bridge together after working through An Oath to the Winter Winds.

​There are two new characters coming into the group, and I wanted to make their involvement go even deeper into the overall vision I have not just for the Carving Legacies series, but the subsequent series I plan to write after this one. So, I laid a little bit of the groundwork in AOttWW, and there will be another supplemental standalone in the works for the pair that leads them into the events of book three. Don't worry, these additional projects will not supersede book three's schedule. It's been too long since the release of Obligation's Unity, and I know folks are hungry for what happens next. I've mapped out my production schedule from 2025 through 2027, and assuming the world around me doesn't upend my life (IYKYK), then there should be a lot of new content coming down the pike in the next couple of years.

Yes, yes... I know "years" is a long wait. But epic fantasy stories have a lot of moving parts and pieces, and each time I come back to this world I want to make sure each chapter you read is either connected, completed, or laying the groundwork for something else in the future.

Be well, be safe, be resistant.
And don't forget to join my mailing list!
]]><![CDATA[The Shop is OPEN!]]>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:57:47 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/the-shop-is-open
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That's right! You can now purchase physical copies of all my published works directly from me! Why is this a good thing?

  1. Better pricing. With 3rd party retailers, I'm forced to increase my prices to cover the printing, distribution fees, and the mandatory distributor profit compensation percentages (typically around 35% or higher). This leaves me with receiving less than $1 in compensation after your purchase. When you buy directly from me, I can set a lower price point AND earn a reasonable return margin since I only need to cover the printing costs and the transaction fees.
  2. Direct financial support of the author. Cutting out the middle man allows me to take my deserved cut of the profit margins so that I can finance future books and products. (Maybe even pay bills with the funds some day. That would be nice.)
  3. Better product. 3rd party retailers don't care what condition you receive your book(s). So if you make a return due to them getting lost, damaged, or poorly printed by Ingramspark, the distributor dumps the full cost of that return in my lap, even if it's their fault. By purchasing directly from me, I weed out the badly printed copies and only ship New conditioned books to you. I also ensure they're properly packaged so that you receive it in New condition. This greatly reduces the risk of return costs on my end, and gives you a better overall purchasing experience.
  4. I sign every book that's purchased through my storefront. 'Nuff said.
  5. There is a chance you might receive freebies in your order! Everyone likes free stuff, and typically I include a matching bookmark for each book you buy. There is also a chance you might be gifted other tidbits of merch that ended up being overstock from in-person events. You never know!

For now I am only selling physical copies of my books. I still rely on 3rd party retailers with their DRM services to handle the ebooks. But I have a desire to make digital goods available for purchase on my site in the future. I just don't know how and when I plan to tackle that challenge.

I also plan to setup deals for libraries and book groups who want to support my work. Stay tuned for that coming down the pike.

In the meantime, I highly recommend you sign up for my mailing list as I will sometimes include coupon codes for the shop. Not to mention you'll be notified first of any news or updates rolling out on the site.

Shop well, Friends!
]]><![CDATA[KoA is Becoming an Audio Book!]]>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:41:01 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/koa-is-becoming-an-audio-bookGood News Friends!
Thanks to the love and support of a certain individual in my life, Key of Arcandus will be getting an audio book adaptation by the illustrious PAIGE REISENFELD!
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I cannot begin to explain how excited I am to have Paige narrating my debut book! Work begins in March of this year, and Paige typically does live streams of her narrations on her TikTok channel. Also, don't forget to visit her website and sign up for her newsletter for all of her latest audio book projects, news, and updates. Currently I do not have a formal release date set for the audio book, but I'm aiming for sometime in 2025 if everything comes together in a timely fashion.

If you would like to catch tidbits of KoA's audio book production, I recommend you follow Paige's TikTok channel by March so that you can catch notifications whenever she goes live. Then, as always, sign up for my mailing list so that you can be notified as soon as a release date and purchase details are announced.

Let's send Paige all of the love and positive vibes that we can because this book is going to have a litany of dialectical challenges that will most certainly keep her on her toes!
]]><![CDATA[Welcome to the (soft) Relaunch!]]>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 14:06:14 GMThttps://www.sefchik.com/updates/welcome-to-the-soft-relaunchSalutations Friends!

It's been a while since anything has moved on this site. 2024 was very busy in my personal life, which meant my author exploits had to be put on the back burner. A lot of people are good at multi-tasking big things in their life, but I am not. To that, I apologize. But now that the dust has settled, I can focus on my stories again, especially during these extreme and turbulent times.

MAILING LIST IS NOW ACTIVE!
With the landscape of social media becoming increasingly unpredictable, it's become more prudent than ever to create a separate space for my readers to enjoy. With that said, I have officially created a mailing list that you can now join! Head over to the CONTACT page, scroll to the bottom, and complete the sign-up process. It will ask you to confirm your email before you're officially added, and you will receive a welcome email. This process is typically immediate, but if you do not receive these follow-up steps within 24 hours, check your spam / trash filters before trying to sign up again. If you continue to have issues, complete the contact form and let me know.

2025 - 2027 PROJECT LANDSCAPE
Now that my family and I are settled into our new space, I've begun the process of mapping out my next set of book projects and their time tables. Obviously, one goes in with the best of intentions and reaches the finish line having taken many alternate routes along the way (and often never on time). But the next three years I'll be filling out more of the Carving Legacies space with the installment of Book 3, along with two separate Romantasy standalones of my favorite couples both new and established.

I'll also be looking to expand into other works that are not related to the world of Clayne, but remain within the fantasy genre. These include a Sailor Moon-inspired duology, and something on the cozier side of things. However, these projects will always take a backseat to anything Carving Legacies related; so worry not.

I have one more announcement to make, but I will save that for a separate blog entry in the days to come. Be well, stay safe, and keep hold of that resilient spirit!
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