Update on Audio for Book 7 and My Progress on Book 8

2/27/2021

I talked with Jason Hill a few days ago and he’s assured me that he’ll be finished with the audio for book 7 in March 2021. Not sure exactly when that’s going to happen, but even if it’s finished in March, Audible will take another fifteen to twenty days to get it uploaded and available for download. In Jason Hill’s defense, he’s had some major medical problems that needed to be dealt with before he could get back on his audiobook schedule. After having a major heart attack myself, I can appreciate how medical issues can kick your ass.

From the feedback I’ve received from all of the audiobook fans, everyone really wants me to stay with Jason Hill’s voice and are willing to wait; even if that means it takes a little bit longer for the audiobooks to be released. Not that I can disagree, Jason Hill does an excellent job. As long as everyone is cool with wait until he’s able to get around to completing the audiobooks for the series, then I won’t stress about it too much. From both of us, we appreciate everyone being so patient with our medical issues in 2020. Hopefully, we both will keep on the healthy side so this isn’t a problem again.

Book 8 is moving long nicely. Though I’m a solid six months behind schedule, I am back to writing like a fiend. So far, I’ve been hesitant to go over the Amazon’s template of 828 pages but this might change for book 8. I really want to have all three days included in the same book to finish off the Star’s gaming week and the current story arc. I’ll just have to see how long it takes me to get it all out. The feedback from everyone is that the story is kicking ass. One of the biggest things I’ve been hearing from everyone is that the characters seem more alive than ever from all of the action and shit-talking going on. So, just know that I’m working as hard as I can to get book 8 out as quickly as I can while improving the quality of the story and writing as always =D

For those of you who’d like a Sneak Peek of my stories, you can find it here on my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=23281087&fan_landing=true

34 Comments

TheRykrsmith

3/14/2021 09:22:00 pm

As an Audible user only. I tend to not use credits on 8-9 hour books, Around 12+ is typically the alright lets give it a try if it sounds cool hour mark. So I suggest more content is better, Especially on LITRPG books. On the second or third listen on the series good job keep it up looking forward to 7 and 8

Jason A Cheek link

4/12/2021 12:36:44 pm

Thanks, TheRykrsmith, though I should've answered you sooner. Thanks for the feedback and my books tend to be 8-9 for books 1 through 3 and then a hell of a lot longer for everything else =D

Richard P McDowell

4/10/2021 11:11:17 pm

Very excited! I've been waiting for the audio book 7! You're an amazing story teller. When I finally stop moving around, I'll support you more by buying your books!

4/12/2021 12:38:48 pm

Appreciate that Richard, and it's nice to hear the feedback. I keep adding more and more stuff to book 8. It's funny because I'm like, I want to get this out sooner rather than later and here it is starting to reach book 4's length =D Good luck on your travels and be safe.

Jason

9/2/2021 03:29:39 pm

Any updates on book 7 audio book? Rather so you have a Facebook or Twitter to follow you better?

9/2/2021 11:45:55 pm

Hey Richard,

Just shoot me a friend's request at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100007596607095 and I'll add you.to my FB. I keep it locked down due to a handful of authors that are always trying to screw with me online. The problem with Jason Hill is that he had something major go wrong health wise and it's causing him issues with doing audio books. We talked just as I was going on vacation and he said the book was 90% completed. The only problem is when he starts to hurt, it takes him a week to get better. He's trying to get that taken care of and I'm doing my best to give him that time. All of the fans have said they want his voice for the series. Here's to hoping book 7 comes out soon. Also, we talked and he has a working plan for book 8.

Jason

Fennith Kowler link

4/12/2021 04:12:49 pm

I have read all seven books in your series twice. I also own the first 6 on audible.
You sir have captured my imagination like few others. Your dynamics regarding vassal NPCs was original within the genre.
I would recommend The world to any fan of litrpg or gamelit. My only critique would be Star hasn't dealt with significant defeat within the first 7 books

4/13/2021 02:17:23 am

Hey Fennith,

Thanks for the good word. I try to make The World interesting and picture it after my own imagination and dreams. You're right about Star not having a major defeat yet. Most of his defeats came before he ever started playing The World and he's now a top gamer. What does that mean? Mostly, that he's an expert at winning and even if it's finding pyrrhic victor even in a loss or combining a winning team due to the choices that he makes.

Strangely enough, most of Star's strategies and wins are based off of my own gaming history. I was the best in my group and against nearly every opponent I faced in the LAN parties that I traveled to or hosted and even online. I did receive an asswhooping from a group of international players that made a six figure income once, but otherwise I dominated or squeaked by with the wins on every one-on-one game I played and many team events. At least, in the games that I played.

Part of Star's story is being that top player and the good and bad that comes with it. At the same time, you're 100% correct that he needs to sometimes feel the pain of defeat and I have some stuff planned coming up that there is simply no way that he can defend against that will hopefully keep the story entertaining with that angle in mind. Actually, there are a couple of those coming up. One even in book 8. (oh wait, that's been pushed to book 9 due to the heart attack, nm) Even so, it's hard to keep a good gamer down and Star usually will grasp whatever win he can even in defeat =D Hopefully, that will keep the story entertaining to read.

Jason

Marco

4/25/2021 12:11:26 pm

I really enjoy the books but im still wondering how much silver one gold is and how much copper one silver is because you dient write it anywere

4/28/2021 12:27:45 am

Hey Marco,

Basically, the money system is based on 100, meaning 100 copper equals 1 silver and up the chain of coins. At the same time, this means a copper doesn't purchase a lot and that players have a lot more money. I was going to balance the inflation out by having the players influx of money changing a lot of the daily prices of things in The World and this causing more issues with farmers and merchants. NPC purchases, magic items, and crafting will help to balance this out, but it's going to take some deep thought on how to do this where it flows with the story.

One of the reasons I keep certain aspects very loose (aka soft) is to not mess up the story by getting too much into the details. That can derail the storytelling if not done carefully and also it allows readers imaginations to flourish. Also, if I decide something doesn't work out as well as I thought, I can make a change without messing up the mechanics of the world.

Jason

Nick keller

4/26/2021 04:00:55 pm

Hey my friend hope all good with you just wanted to drop in and see if Jason was able to finish the audio in March like planned and if a release is upcoming! Its very exciting times in the world right now and can't wait to see where it goes from here!

4/28/2021 12:34:11 am

Hey Nick,

Jason promised me that he'd be finished in April ... or what that March now? I honestly don't know. He has laryngitic from a health issue he'd facing. I honestly do not know what to do about the situation. I want to support him until he can get healthy because it's the right thing to do and because fans want his voice for the series, but the hold up is getting into the realm of ridiculousness. Sigh, so for now, I'm still waiting and have my fingers crossed that he'll get better and can finish the massive book that seven is soon.

For myself, I'm doing quite well health wise and have been hard at work getting book 8 out. I can never seem to leave well enough alone and the book is turning into quite a large creation even though I simply wanted to get it out since it's been so long since my last release due to my own hiatuses from having a heart attack. The good news is that the story rocks and I'm nearly finished. I have Darom, Mike, and Star's ending to this book left to write.

Hopefully, it won' take me too long =D from everyone's feedback, they are loving the story.

Anyway, thanks for checking in with me.

Jason

brandy snyder

5/4/2021 10:34:15 am

Hey Jason,
Just wanted to let you know I am really loving your books. Stay healthy, looking forward to many more good reads in the future.
-Brandy

5/5/2021 07:16:51 am

Thanks Brandy,

I appreciate hearing that you're loving the series. I hope to have book 8 out soon. The major heart attack took me out of everything for nearly six months, but I'm back on track and also taking care of myself. I just have two more sections to finish and then will be applying the editing from Eric =D

Jason

Sean

5/24/2021 12:13:23 am

Big fan; only thing I would comment on is by book 7, we don’t need the in depth explanation of Jay’s opinion on everything. At book 7 we know him pretty well!

5/24/2021 12:36:33 am

Hey Sean,

I'm trying to curb that to a point. A big part of the story is Star's perspective on things. He's quite opinionated and, in the beginning, there is some time that's spent on world building due to the situation with Palnisdale and that they are forced to pull out before the horde arrives. I do have a lot more in-depth conversations and joking between friends like you'd expect from your guild upon logging in and exploration of the NPCs and other character relationships.

Anyway, once the story moves out of Palnisdale there is a plethora of action that's non-stop and unique as we move around The World. So far, the feedback I've ben getting is pretty awesome. Book 8 is on par with book 7's story =D It might be my new longest book too. It's hard to say, I'm down to the last two chapters.

Jason

Naomi Roberts

5/28/2021 03:50:40 am

I have read and listened to ‘The World’ multiple times. As a truck driver, longer audio books are better and safer because I don’t have to change books while driving. Also, once I start one of your books, I have a bad habit of listening until it is done no matter what. Stay well, you and Jason both.

5/28/2021 10:30:23 am

Thanks Naomi, I'm doing much better now, even if I'm struggling today due to getting the second covid shot. Hopefully, I'll have book 8 out soon and Jason Hill says that he thinks he should be done soon with book 7 in audio.

Jason

Alex

6/21/2021 08:48:02 pm

Hey Jason, I was wondering if you have any further updates on book 8.

6/22/2021 12:50:57 am

July 1st if everything goes right =D

Nathan

7/1/2021 01:47:15 pm

I just checked audible an i take it that there was a issue due to the book not being up yet 😅

7/2/2021 09:09:07 am

Hey Nathan,

I just asked Jason since he missed the June deadline. He just message me back saying he's skipping work to get it finished. Hopefully, that's true. He's a nurse. God, I feel so bad saying that, but I'd like to see book 7 finished. Anyway, if he manages to get it finished this next week or so, it'll still be two weeks to clear audible, but I'll post on the blog that it's coming out once I get a chance to approve it.

Jason

Tom

8/5/2021 08:07:52 pm

Hey Jason
I have really enjoyed the books I was wondering if Jason has finished the 7th audio book and if you know when he will be able to start on the recording of the 8th book? I would also like it if you could let home know that I have really enjoyed listening to him read your books and thank for all the hard work he is doing with his day job and bring your books to life in his off time

Thanks Jason

Ps. Hope Jason, you and your family are taking care of your selfs and are staying safe

Jason Andrew Cheek link

8/6/2021 05:55:17 am

Hey Tom,

Thanks for letting me know you're enjoying the series. Sorry about the delay on book 7 & 8. I keep bugging Jason Hill on when he thinks he'll be finished with book 7. Supposedly, it's any day now. I hope that's the truth. Everyone has said that they don't want another voice for the audiobook so I keep waiting for Jason to finish book 7 up. It's frustrating though, sigh.

Family and I are doing well. We're actually visiting the USA and are in Florida if you're in the South Florida area =D Still, vacation is kicking my ass hahahhaa

Jason .

Nils

8/31/2021 12:26:45 pm

Hey Jason.
Thank you so much for this awesome story. Have started with the first audio book 3 month ago. Because there were only book 1 & 2 available in german, your books are my first audio books in english. And I need to say it is even better in english :D
Just finished book 6 on my way back home from work. I hope book 7 will be released any day now on audible.
Keep up the good work and thanks for an amazing series! Became a big fan.
Stay safe and healthy.
Grts, Nils

9/2/2021 11:40:40 pm

Thanks Nis,

I'm hoping Jason Hill will be able to finish up book 7's audiobook soon. He's having some major health issues. I checked in with him when I was on vacation and he was at the 90% mark. The only problem is that he has major pain that he needs to let rest for a bit before he tries again. Everyone has said they want his voice, so I'm just waiting for him to wrap the book up on his own time. Though, we hopefully have a good plan of action for getting book 8 out.

Thanks for letting me know how much you're enjoying the series!

Jason

Butch Thomson

9/3/2021 01:12:04 pm

Hey Jason, anxiously waiting for book 7&8 on audible. I love the series. I’m sending healing thought to Jason hill so he enjoy life again, and make all your book enthusiasts happy. Butch

Vánagrandr

12/6/2021 02:09:12 am

This story line and idea has wrapped me up so much the emotional impact I've had over parts of the story are perfect. The war vets being a huge part of it especially after seeing the darkness of battle and having comrades who I believe if the tech in this story was real would help several of them. Though on a personal side I'd love to see a guild of vikings smash through a bad situation to help like psycho berserkers just because they follow the stream and finally gotten pissed off with the jackass guilds. As I know my fellow heathen guild heads would join due to the exact reason lol.
Keep up the amazing work. By far my favorite series.

12/7/2021 12:27:50 am

Thanks Vánagrandr, I appreciate that. Vets are a big deal to me and is why I have them in the story ... being one myself. Also, the help that such technology could help various people with disabilities. I spent some time talking with a blind fan to come up with the Uten Syn guild.

The berserkers is a pretty cool idea. Maybe we'll see something like that for the coming Hobfoblin invasion ;) There is still so much yet to come and maybe a lot of these other players will start showing up to push the Orcs back from the Isolde Line =D

Thanks for the kudos too. I appreciate hearing how much people love the evolving world!

Jason

Padric Higgins

1/16/2022 07:43:33 am

Good day Jason, I scanned through your postings to get and update on your next book for the world. Do you have any time frame on its release?

1/16/2022 10:34:05 pm

Hey Padric,

I'm over half way through the story right now. Book 9 is an intense story. Probably the best that I've written yet. So, not sure when I'm going to have this out but I'm doing my best to get it done as quickly as possible while keeping the quality the way I want it to be.

I hope that helps.

Jason

codybecth link

3/17/2022 08:31:41 am

Great Article! Thank you for sharing this is a very informative post, and looking forward to the latest one.

Paul Cooper

6/14/2022 04:45:34 pm

I use audible for all my books, and have listened to the entire collection (through 7) three times! I'm sorry to hear Jason Hill was having difficulty, and I don't want to hassle him if he's still in pain... But... Any update on an audible release for 8? I can't wait to hear more about everyone in The World! Your books are fantastic!

6/14/2022 10:53:31 pm

Hey Paul,

I have some good news. Jason is in the process of fixing the last two chapters. He actually just posted two days ago that it book 8 was completed but there were three parts that he skipped a few pages on. He's in the process of fixing that. I'll double check everything once he posts it on audible and then get it approved. It'll be 15 days minimum after that. So, it's looking like we'll see book 8 in July.

Again sorry for the delays.

Jason

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