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Books
Book 1 - RELEASED
Sentinel: Hackers Trail
Synopsis Which One Will Doom Or Save Us All? Hacker or AI? In the spotlight of advancing technology and its agnostic capabilities, we find ourselves at the mercy of two formidable forces: a hacker and an artificial intelligence. Both promise justice; both threaten devastation. Our world, digitally tethered and vulnerable,
Christopher D. Langton
Book 2 - Structural Editing
Sentinel: Hidden Codes
Synopsis Eli, a brilliant hacker turned fugitive, finds himself trapped in a perilous cat-and-mouse game. With every digital trace serving as a potential death sentence, he is forced to navigate a treacherous world of conspiracy and corruption. As he delves deeper into the shadows, Eli confronts his inner demons and
Christopher D. Langton
Book 3 - First Draft
Sentinel: The Final Node
Synopsis “The Final Node” is a tale of technological intrigue and human resilience. It explores the gray areas of ethics in a digital age, the enduring strength of family ties, and the courage it takes to face the consequences of one’s actions. As Wren and Elias navigate this treacherous landscape,
Christopher D. Langton
Posts & Updates
Exploring Delayed Dialogue Attribution
Fellow writers, we need to talk.. about talking properly. Delayed dialogue attribution is why a lot of readers get bored, frustrated, confused, even abandon a good book from cognitive jarring effects of our dialogue if we’re not careful. As we explore this anti-pattern technique, we’ll encounter its various challenges and
Christopher D. Langton
Navigating the Complexities of an ISBN (and an announcement)
In the world of self-publishing, the ISBN is not just a number—it’s the unique DNA of your book, defining everything from its physical characteristics to its place in the market, and navigating its complexities is a crucial step on the path to successful publication.
Christopher D. Langton
Word processors are holding you back!
Using a coders editor, as though it is a word processor, is the productivity all writers are looking for! The features shown here are going to allow you to write like a Pantser, but have all the context you need at a glance like a Plotter Plus many productivity features
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Unspoken Emotions in Fiction writing
There’s a moment in the book, The Hackers, where a real human moment occurs during an epic about Hackers and Sentient AI. Instead of explaining it to you, having no idea what I’m referring to, let’s take a look at it first: Warning! spoiler Wren started, her voice determined. “I
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Storytelling vs Describing, when introducing a scene
When introducing a scene in writing, two main styles can be used: storytelling and describing. 📖Preview the Prologue and Chapter 1 on laterpress FREE. Here are two variations, you decide which is better: 1. Described The inconspicuous building blended seamlessly with its surroundings, lacking…
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Show, don’t tell
I hated hearing this repeated “advice”. It was said to me constantly during my early days writing, and no one ever properly explained the concept in a way that actually made sense to me. Until I did a creative writing course, with an amazing teacher. She started talking about the
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Previews
Sentinel: Hackers Trail | Chapter teasers
Every chapter of the book includes a Limerick, Naani Poem, Quatrain, or Proverb - at the start, can you decipher the story from them?
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Announcement: Character Bios, Audio sample, and more!
🔊 Experience a Sneak Peek: The prologue, both in text and audio format, offers a unique take on this captivating story.
Christopher D. Langton
Sentience Chapter 9 - Book 3 of Sentinel Unleashed
Hey there, fellow bookworms and adventure-seekers! Today, I’ve got something truly riveting to share with you. Grab your favourite reading spot and settle in because we’re diving into a gripping chapter from the third book in the “Sentinel Unleashed” series, titled “Sentience.” Now, if you’re not…
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Editors feedback for Sentience Chapter 4
Mailing List for Sentinel Unleashed book series and AppSec blog posts
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Send your feedback
Please share your thoughts, suggestions, or any comments you may have about the books by emailing me at chris@langton.cloud.
Some Ideas:
- Did you feel there were any areas that skipped over information?
- Can you see the action clearly while reading?
- Can you see the characters clearly while reading?
- Does the dialogue sound natural and realistic?
- Does the character development feel natural?
- Who is your least favourite character and why?
- What’s your favourite part and why?
Warm regards,
Christopher D Langton
P.s. You can get an impression of my early journey into fiction publishing, which has evolved since of course. If you are also starting out or struggling with some basics, then this might lead you to some ideas or outcomes.
My fiction publishing journey
In the realm of self-publishing, there lies an unbridled passion for storytelling, unencumbered by traditional gatekeepers. As an aspiring author, I embarked on a thrilling adventure to bring my fiction novel series, “Sentinel Unleashed” to life. Set in the fast-paced world of hackers and cyber warf…
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