Jeremy Atkinson

Over this week I will be rearranging and updating the flow of The Road to Nowhere. I feel it is time to give it a refresh. I'm  going to use the downtime in searching for another book club as to at least get some fresher eyes on my book. Hopefully,  I'll get a little more feedback on the update.
          
          Posted a new cover a little while ago too.

So, the conclusion to my grand experiment is I don't get reads or comments to my story unless I'm  in a book club.
          
          I'm kind of bummed about that, actually. My last book club went defunct, and the thought about joining  another one makes me uneasy as I'll end up in the manic cycle of no one getting past chapter 10 because of the rotation of readers.
          
          I believe in the story I'm  telling in The Road to Nowhere. It unique and different  from anything  I have ever written before. I'm really disheartened that no one will read it to actually  read it. I mean, there are a couple who have, but I'm  not sure it justifies me posting anymore on this platform. 
          
          Am I wrong to feel this way? I've spent the last few months getting  myself back into good health after finding out I was diabetic which was the main source of my health issues. Now that I've changed a lot of my life around to get better, I've ready to focus more on finishing  this book and start writing the next in the planned series.
          
          The question is, will anyone here even read it?

Heyy!! Would you be interested in joining this book club? Please let me know!
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/386693977?utm_source=ios&utm_medium=link&utm_content=story_info&wp_page=story_details&wp_uname=psyco_berry12 

Hello Riders! I'm entering The Road to Nowhere here. Check it out and join.
          
          Awards by @thedeepXmlb
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/370261297?utm_source=android&utm_medium=link&utm_content=story_info&wp_page=story_details_button&wp_uname=thedeepXmlb

Hello Sir,
          I was trying to see if you are on the Pretty in Punk Discord, so I added you as a friend. I'm halfway don reading Ch. 8 of "The Road to Nowhere" and hope you won't be to surprised on my comments. I admit, I find myself as a feminisit writer per se *smile* and so I didn't like some of the "normal woman" definitions written in the chapter. I don't want to go on in my explanations here, but if you are on Discord, please know that's where I would like to discuss you with my PIPBK comments. Thank you.
          
          Pia

Hey, just so you know. I have done some MASSIVE updates with my book if you want to check them out. They all are marked 2024.

So, I found myself in a quandary over the use of brand names in my story. Doing a little research, I came across a few articles pretty much saying I could use brand names if I didn't used them in a negative light.
          
          What are your thoughts on this?

So, I have some big news that I would like to share with you. I have secured a publishing contract with Atmosphere Press for my book The Road to Nowhere. I'm deeply thankful to all those who have supported me and my writing. I plan to keep you all updated as it gets closer to the time to print.
          
          This has been a little overwhelming at times but for all the ups and downs it has been a good experience overall. The fact a publisher took the time to read and accept my first attempt at writing a book was an awestruck moment for me.
          
          Though there are numerous people who have me refine my book; I would like to honor a few here in this announcement.
          
          @JamFestBC  - My first book club. You took a chance on a newbie and for that I am grateful. Things went sideways for me and I had to leave but there are no hard feelings on my end. You still are a great group with amazing people. Plus you all gave me my first award for my book !!! 
          
          @Red_Leasia I thank you for your guidance and advice even after I left JamFestBC. Your willingness to keep reading my book meant a lot to me. I am eternally grateful for your kindness.
          
          @PrettyInPunkBC My current BC. I thank you for allowing me in and giving me a place to continue to grow not only my book but my writing ability. Great people and a place where I have grown to make a few friends.
          
          To that point I would like to shout out @DachetGrival.
          
          You, my friend, above all others know my intent for The Road to Nowhere. Your input has been invaluable to me. Your encouragement and advice have helped me a great deal to keep going with the book. So, you among my personal family and close friends should expect and personal signed copy when I get it printed.
          
          Though the next major obstacle will be funding the book I hope to see this to the end. With all of your continued help and encouragement I move forward with a new sense of purpose.
          
          Thank all of you, My Riders
          Jeremy Lee Atkinson

I'm entering The Road to Nowhere in the Fairy Night Awards.
          It is being run by @ravendipity
          
          Looks like there are a few spots left. So check it out here:
          
          www.wattpad.com/story/362096944-fairy-night-awards-open

I'm entering The Road to Nowhere in the Celestial Nexus Book Awards.
          It being run by @lupe6583v
          
          Spots are filling up ! Why not join the fun.
          
          www.wattpad.com/story/361683340-celestial-nexus-book-awards