First off, just... Wow. I can't believe this story is officially over. It seems like just yesterday when I had been plotting this and posting little teasers on previews on my account before publishing this.
When I first published this story, I didn't have a lot of high hopes. I wasn't confident in people reading this. It was my first attempt at writing something original on this account, and my first time delving into horror. With trying so many new things, I wasn't certain I'd get a lot of readers, let alone in developing a fanbase for this book. I've received so many beautiful comments and even fanart! (still shocked people wanted to draw my silly little characters!) Your support has meant everything to me in this world.
I went through so much with this story. I got engaged, broke the engagement off, got diagnosed with cancer and went through chemo, moved across the country, as well as several other big life events. This story and you all helped me keep my head up. Being able to go back and read comments ranging from people complaining they can't sleep at night (LOL) to the lovely words of support to the Big Brain people who were coming up with theories so insane that I was lowkey jealous I hadn't thought of them!; it's all just overwhelmingly amazing.
I didn't expect to get more than 5 hearts, and maybe 20 readers. I've breached past 12k readers now (holy fuck!), with over 2k favorites. I have literally cried over how happy and thankful I am to you all.
And while I am very grateful for my readers and supporters, I'd like to give out some personal thanks to people that I genuinely couldn't have done this without.
Firstly, big thanks to my former coworkers, Ella and Daniel! They both listened to me ramble about this story and help me flesh out ideas; especially Daniel, who I discussed this idea with before I even published this! They might not have known what the fuck I was talking about most of the time, but I really do appreciate them even just listening to my silly little rambles.
I also want to thank my mom, who was my proofreader and editor for a lot of this story. I'm sure she thinks I'm a nutcase and also probably doesn't appreciate I made her read horror since it's her least favorite genre, but I appreciate her support all the same. I wrote MC's mom after my own relationship with my mom, and I think that's a big reason why I couldn't kill her off in the end haha.
I'd also like to give Firefly a big thanks! You have been a huge fan of this story since day one, commenting on every chapter and always being there. Your comments have made me laugh, especially with your reactions and trying to wife up the Big Bad Guy™️.
Lastly, I want to thank my roommate and best friend, Elle. She works in deathcare and if it weren't for her, I don't think I would have been able to get this as scary as I wanted it to be. Thank you for being my consultant on all things gruesome and gory.
Unfortunately, this is the end. I had originally planned one more interlude, and while I may do that in the future, for now I must bid this story farewell. I feel like I've said everything I wanted to in this story, and I don't want to force the content when I feel as if everything has ended as it should be. It's very bittersweet; while I'm so happy I was able to finish this, I'm very said this chapter is over.
However, it is not the end for the Demise Game universe! As you all are well aware, its prequel, Book of the End, is currently out and will soon be on regular updates! There is also an unnamed sequel in the works; Demise Game was always planned to be a trilogy, and I plan on upholding that! On top of those, Idol Syndrome is also out. While it is not within the trilogy, it does take place in the same universe and will have cameos and easter eggs! Unlike the Demise Game books, which are definitely more paranormal horror, Idol Syndrome is very much a psychological horror.
I really hope you all will continue to support my works! Even if you don't, though, it means a lot just knowing how well this story was well-received. I've been able to improve so much on my writing, and you all have made me feel much more confident in my creations.
From the bottom of my heart, I love you all.
As always: Stay healthy, stay happy, and stay hydrated!
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Demise Game
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