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(Last Updated 8/1/2007)

    The road to publication is never easy, no matter who you are. There is work involved. A lot of work. Fantasy author Scot R. Stone has been
writing since 2000, and has seen his share of lumps along the way, but the lumps are what makes or breaks authors' careers, Stone says. "If
you aren't prepared to approach this profession like its a real job, then reconsider what you're about to do. The bulk of new authors entering the writing world have rose-colored glasses. Once the realization of how hard it is to survive in this field hits them, bitter feelings could be left on the table. You should have fun writing, always. However, there comes a time when you have to face the music and look at your work with a critical eye. Criticism is the biggest lump writers have the hardest time with. I've seen many of them give up, because they think their work is perfect as it already is. The best advice I can give to avoid this downfall is to put your work away for a few months after you've written it and then come back and see if it was as good as you thought it was before. I think most would be surprised that it isn't. You learn so much from one year to the next that it's staggering. You have to give
yourself a chance to grow, to become better."

    Scot says he has adapted well and used what he's learned to make him stronger. "The statistics of a writer having a successful career doesn't bode well for the majority. It's a tough business, like any other, so you have to go into it with a level head and make good, sound decisions. One wrong mistake can set you back years, if you're not careful. Do the research, but have fun writing." And that's exactly what Scot has done. The first book in "The
Snowtear Wars" series, "The Chimes of Yawrana", was first released in April, 2004, by a print-on-demand company, and has received five-star reviews from professional reviewers and fans of all ages. Since then, however, Scot has signed his entire series on with a traditional press, Behler
Publications, who he feels has done a wonderful job with it so far. "The Chimes of Yawrana" was rereleased in February, 2007 in a new edition
by Behler, and continues to sell well around the country. New York Times best selling fantasy author T.A. Barron (The Great Tree of Avalon series, The Lost Years of Merlin epic) has taken an interest in Scot's work, saying, "Once you enter Scot Stone's marvelous world, you'll return often and gladly." Stone says it's great to have an author like Barron in your corner, supporting your work. It makes others sit up and take notice of you. Barron knows how much work goes into each book, including the marketing for it.

    And like Barron, Stone appreciates everything he's learned so far, and doesn't look back, if he can help it. "You must always be focused on the next project and how to achieve your goals. You always want to keep improving and surpassing your previous marks. It's the only way to get better." Recently, Scot sold over a hundred copies of his books at just one signing. His fan base is growing by leaps and bounds, and those who are taking the time to read his work are spreading the word. "Overall, people have been very satisfied with the series and are recommending it to others, or passing their copies along. That's a huge compliment coming from any fan." Stone also knows it's how fantasy greats like J.K. Rowling and J.R.R. Tolkien came to be famous.

    From a fulfillment standpoint, the work brings Scot many rewards. His goal is to build a lifetime of work that people will come to enjoy
for a long time. "I'm in this for the long haul," Stone admits. "I've realized this is what I was meant to do in this lifetime. People tell me
how late they stay up into the night reading my books because they can't put them down. How can an author not smile when he knows he's made an
impact on a reader's life?"

    Scot's second book, "The Ice Shadows of Arna", was released in August, 2005 by Behler Publications. It has also opened to good reviews,
and many fans believe it continues to build upon the solid foundation of the first book, giving readers much more to dive into as they continue to explore the world of Elvana. Most fans tell Stone they can't decide which character they love the most.

    "Book 3, The Hollows of Candlewick", has a release date of August 21, 2007. Reviews will trickle in for it over the next year, and Scot has faith that this book will sell as well as the previous two. "This book starts to explain some of the events that occurred in Books One and Two," he says. "It has a shocker ending, too, which will catch many readers off guard." That's not easy to do, as most writers will tell you. "One of the marks of a good writer is the ability to leave subtle clues foreshadowing a major event without revealing what that event's going to be. This book will also mark a major turning point in the fight for the Snowtears."

    "Book 4, The Mirrors of Methalis", has been written and is slated to be released in December, 2008 by Behler. It's already in editing and Scot believes it will even top the last three. "Secrets are revealed that have been withheld up to this point. This book also has a dramatic ending."

    "Book Five", the final book in the series, is yet to have its name announced. Stone says he will be done writing it in the winter of 2008.
"It always takes longer than you think it will to push a book through the process. But the wait will be worth it once the fans reach the end of the series. I can't wait to complete it. It's been a long journey, but it's been an enlightening one."

    In addition, Scot has written a Christmas novel, "Stroke of Midnight Toys", and an adventure novel revolving around a group of animal friends, "The Worst Book Imaginable." Both novels are currenly being shopped by his agent, but he believes they will soon find a home. Scot has even taken a stab at writing a children's book, "Kitty Doesn't Like Me", which is also being reviewed.

    Beyond The Snowtear Wars, he is already laying the groundwork for a brand new fantasy series. He expects to start writing the series at some point by the spring of 2008. The new series, he predicts, will make up four books. He even has the titles and subtitles picked out for the series already. He's been busy, to say the least. He says to the fans of "The Snowtear Wars" though, to not lose heart. Stone will, he vows, come back to the characters in the world of Elvana at some point in the future. "I love Elvana too much to walk away from it for good yet. There will be more adventures for those characters."

    Be sure to watch Scot's "In the Works" articles, and "Monthly Messages" section to keep updated on the progress of all his new projects!