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Jon Cronshaw's Author Diary - The Real Life of an Indie Author | Writing | Publishing | Disability

Jon Cronshaw's Author Diary - The Real Life of an Indie Author | Writing | Publishing | Disability

By: Jon Cronshaw
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Step into the world of storytelling with Jon Cronshaw, a legally blind indie fantasy author who refuses to let visual impairment stand in the way of his literary dreams. In his weekly Author Diary podcast, Jon brings raw honesty and infectious enthusiasm to every episode, inviting listeners behind the curtain of his unique writing journey. From the spark of a new idea to the satisfaction of a published novel, Jon shares the unfiltered reality of crafting stories while navigating the publishing landscape with severe visual impairment. Subscribe todaY!Jon Cronshaw Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • 456 - June 21, 2026 - Nine Years, RAF Dragon Corps, Sentinel's Mercy
    Jun 19 2026

    This week I’ve continued working on RAF Dragon Corps Book 3 and have now reached the 60% mark in the draft.

    It’s been great returning to the skies over wartime Britain and continuing the series.

    I’ve also been working through The Sentinel’s Mercy, getting the manuscript ready to send off for a professional edit. It’s always satisfying to move a project closer to publication.

    And this week marks a special milestone: nine years since I published my first novel, Wizard of the Wasteland.

    Looking back on nearly a decade as an indie author, I reflect on how far things have come, the lessons I’ve learned, and the stories still waiting to be told.

    Thanks to everyone who’s joined me on this journey. Here’s to the next nine years!


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    6 mins
  • 455 - June 14, 2026 - The Prince and the Fool, RAF Dragon Corps, Ravenglass Chronicles, Kaiju: Battlefield Surgeon, Dominion of Blades
    Jun 12 2026

    This week, I’ve been making strong progress on RAF Dragon Corps Book 3, completing the first draft of the opening seven chapters.

    The Battle of Britain is beginning to take shape, and I’m enjoying getting back into the world of dragon riders, aerial combat, and wartime Britain.

    I’ve also started work on Five of Swords, continuing my return to The Ravenglass Chronicles.

    On the reading front, I finished Kaiju: Battlefield Surgeon by Matt Dinniman. It’s an incredibly dark book, veering into horror at times, but I found it compelling from start to finish. I’ve now moved on to Dominion of Blades by the same author and am enjoying seeing a different side of his storytelling.

    In publishing news, The Prince and the Fool is out today, marking the next chapter in the Ravenglass Legends saga. Also, my satirical fantasy novella Orphan Farm Boy of Destiny is now available free to followers on Patreon.

    A busy week of writing, reading, and new releases!


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    7 mins
  • 454 - June 7, 2026 - RAF Dragon Corps, Ravenglass Guardians, Kaiju Battlefield Surgeon
    Jun 5 2026

    This week, I finished outlining RAF Dragon Corps Book 3 and wrote the first chapter, officially kicking off the next stage of the series.

    This instalment takes the story into the Battle of Britain and the Blitz, so there’s plenty of research and planning involved before the dragons take to the skies once more.

    I’ve also been planning the next Ravenglass Guardians novel, this time focusing on the Keepers.

    Each Guardians book explores a different path within the order, and I’m excited about the themes and conflicts this one will tackle.

    On the reading front, I’ve been making my way through Kaiju Battlefield Surgeon by Matt Dinniman.

    It’s much darker than Dungeon Crawler Carl, with less humour and more horror, but it’s exceptionally well done and has completely pulled me into its world.

    A week of planning, plotting, dragons, Guardians, and giant monsters.


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    3 mins
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