Hello friends!! Previously, our monthly round ups and progress reports were scattered over multiple platforms which required different word counts and formatting. This became silly. This year I'm going to keep all these long reports hosted on my website.

As I passed my 10 year anniversary recently, I've been trying to pull all my stats and get a look at the BIG picture. An obvious one was the number of words published

There are just 2 days left to grab the Songs of Chaos Phoenix Editions. Probably the coolest piece of SoC artwork on that Unbound cover 😍 A big THANK YOU to everyone who picks up a set of the Phoenix Editions. I'm dying to get my own copies for my shelf. Find the link in bio #booksky

What reviewers are saying! One month on, let's check in and see how Reckoning is doing! #songsofchaos #fantasyauthor #dragonfantasy #reviews #booksky

Current read: The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman Book 1 was much better than the Netflix film. Moving onto book 2 now. I'm enjoying these A LOT but they aren't for folks who don't like POV changes 🤣😅 You've been warned if so! What are we all reading or listening to this week? #booksky

🐦‍🔥 🔥 Annnnd here is the Phoenix General Sale 🐦‍🔥 🔥 I think the dust jacket art for Unbound wins as the coolest Holt & Ash artwork yet? It's extremely vibey for sure - kinda wish the regular cover had a pose like that. The sprayed edge on Unbound is also sick - great to see Brode's sword getting a nod.

October 10th. Mark your calendars for the third annual Day of the Dragon! #dayofthedragon #fantasyauthors #booksky #dragonfantasy

A classic, if I fits then I sits Ash photo. I really don't know what runs through his mind. Is that comfortable there? Anyway, I am reading the Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman and really enjoying it. Superbly strong and confident character and narrative voice What are you reading this week?

With Reckoning out this week, what else could this month's giveaway be other than a stack of Songs of Chaos hardbacks. These are normal ones, but they're posher than usual (thanks to some help from The Broken Binding) higher quality paper - hence why they look extra CHONKY!

It's actually finally here. 2 years of work. Reckoning is OUT. And I believe now safely live worldwide. There is a story recap inside the book in all formats. Those looking to grab a regular HB, I've flicked the feeds to go live but it will take a few days for the stores to catch up. Keep an eye out

Tomorrow's the day! Who's ready to see what adventures our friends Holt and Ash have to face?

Just two more sleeps!! (and perhaps only one sleep for those super keen beans who might wait until midnight to start on the ebook/audiobook!)

Who's ready? Only 3 days left until Reckoning is officially out in the world! Do you have any predictions going into book four? 👀 #songsofchaos #michaelrmiller #dragonfantasy #reckoning #newrelease

Only a week to go until Reckoning but I think Ash is getting sick of me telling him about it. I've just finished reading Small Gods by Pratchett! What are you all reading this week? #songsofchaos #michaelrmiller #booksky

A lot of exciting events are coming up! Save this post so you don't miss any of them. #michaelrmiller #songsofchaos #reckoning #comingsoon #booktour #fantasyauthor #booksky

Some of these early reviews of Reckoning give me the biggest smile. What a relief! 😮‍💨 #arcreaders #arcteam #reckoning #michaelrmiller #songsofchaos #dragonfantasy #booksky

This one is for the audiobook lovers. A little teaser to start whetting the appetite. #audiobook #audiobooklistener #reckoning #michaelrmiller #peterkenny #fantasyauthor #booksky

Haven't got your own Rake yet? Are you worried he won't approve of your home? Have no fear. Book Rake might be hard to handle, but plushie Rake is comfortable anywhere - no seriously, look he's everywhere. And not a single complaint. Amazing! @youtooz.bsky.social

Lots of new faces recently, (hello & welcome! 🎉) so I thought I would let you all know that you can sign up for my mailing list to get these few freebies! #songsofchaos #michaelrmiller #dragonfantasy #fantasyauthor #booksky

I must have been wearing my fantasy heart in my sleeve with this one. #thedragonsblade #fantasybooks #michaelrmiller #dragons #dragonfantasy #booksky

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY 🎁 By incredible happenstance, @philipchase90.bsky.social and I share the same birthday, so we thought it would be fun to host a joint giveaway on IG. Prizes: One of the highly coveted Ash plushies and a copy of Way of Edan in paperback and audiobook via an ACX code.

23rd Nov - Shauna Lawless with be joining us to talk all things Irish history, Irish mythology & the books she's incorporated them into! @shaunalawless.bsky.social 7th Dec - closing out the season we have Michael R Miller! Because what could be more festive than dragons! @michaelrmiller.bsky.social

Even though Reckoning is already with the arc readers, I still wanted to share these comments from my beta readers! #booksky #micharlrmiller #songsofchaos

My extra copies of the Ash plushie arrived some time ago - finally got around to opening them up and starting my very own lunar flight! #songsofchaos #michaelrmiller #dragonfantasy #fantasybooks #dragons #ashplushie #youtooz #bookish

It's nail biting waiting for the first reviews of a book. You can imagine my relief when the first ones are like these! #songsofchaos #reckoning #earlyreviews #arcteam #michaelrmiller #dragons #dragonfantasy #booksky

Master Rake is now on sale! In plush form he can’t chide you or make snarky remarks about your swordsmanship, but he and his wicked grin will be there through thick and thin! Order Rake now until to Sept 3rd but after that he’ll be gone forever! @youtooz.bsky.social

Back mid July, Pegah and I took a trip through to Bath to support the launch of The Immeasurable Heaven by our friend @caspargeon.bsky.social (i.e. Tom Toner). Go support Caspar by grabbing a copy right now!! #booksky #authorfriends #bookish

This was Ash's face when he heard some ARC readers have already finished Reckoning 😂 Psst... the Rake plushie goes on sale in 48 hours! #songsofchaos #michaelrmiller #dragonfantasy #fantasyauthor #fantasy #ashthecat #catsandbooks #reckoning #arcteam #booksky

Been some updates so time for another Shelfie Sunday. Imma need to get me more shelves. Also space for more shelves. To get space I'll need to move - that's a valid reason, right?  #shelfiesunday #michaelrmiller #songsofchaos #dragonfantasy #author #authorlife #booksky

Last week I visited Manchester for the recording of Reckoning! It's always a pleasure to hang out 'behind the scenes' for a while, meet the studio team, and catch up with the epic Peter Kenny. I recorded a few bits and pieces myself so you'll hear me in your ears again come September 15th!!

Rake is coming! Behold his magnificence! You'll be able to order Rake from August 6th to September 3rd. As with the Ash plush, this is a limited order window. Once the window closes, he'll be gone forever. #booksky #songsofchaos #dragon #fantasy

Had a fun lightning trip to Bath recently for a friend's book launch. Do you recognize the Bridgerton vibe? #michaelrmiller #fantasyauthor #songsofchaos #booksky

Should you run AMAZON ADS? 🤔 In Ep. 164, guest authors @michaelrmiller.bsky.social @zsdiamanti.bsky.social Blake & Raven Penn and host @adrianmgibson.bsky.social discuss the viability of paying for/running ads on Amazon. Stream/download/watch Ep. 164: linktr.ee/SFFAddicts youtu.be/n64Sl5NADRI?si

Prepare to be in awe of his brilliance, amazed at his wit, dazzled by his winning smile. Coming August 6th - September 3rd. #songsofchaos #dragon #epicfantasy #fantasy #fantasybook #dragonrider #dragonriders #indieauthor #booksky

Ep. 164 is LIVE! Join host @adrianmgibson.bsky.social and guest authors @michaelrmiller.bsky.social @zsdiamanti.bsky.social and Blake & Raven Penn for an Indie Appreciation Month panel on INDIE MARKETING 101. Stream/download/watch Ep. 164 here: linktr.ee/SFFAddicts youtu.be/n64Sl5NADRI?...

Happy Monday! We're packing for a trip away to Manchester for the recording of Reckoning. A behind the scene visit to the studio (where I'll record a few bits), dinner with Peter Kenny, and catching up with some friends. Which character are you most excited to hear Peter bring to life again?

Why is MARKETING so IMPORTANT for INDIE AUTHORS? 📈 Ep. 164 airs tomorrow, with @michaelrmiller.bsky.social @zsdiamanti.bsky.social and Blake & Raven Penn sharing their takes on what marketing means to them as authors. Available July 22 in audio/video: linktr.ee/SFFAddicts youtube.com/@FanFiAddict

Come hang out with me on my discord live, happening right now, to begin the Road to Reckoning! Perhaps we may even read a little snippet of the new book together... #booksky #reckoning #songsofchaos

Host @adrianmgibson.bsky.social was joined on the show by authors @michaelrmiller.bsky.social @zsdiamanti.bsky.social and Blake & Raven Penn for an Indie Appreciation Month panel on INDIE MARKETING 101. Stay tuned this Sunday for more info on this panel. All episodes available in audio/video.

Why did Pegah choose Pratchett for this month's giveaway? There is still time to enter this month's Miller Monthly. Closes soon! #booksky #millermonthly #songsofchaos #michaelrmiller

Copies of Ascendant's Endless Edition are still available from The Broken Binding! #endlessedition #songsofchaos #ascendant #thebrokenbinding #dragonfantasy #booksky #michaelrmiller #indiefantasy

July’s Miller Monthly is Discworld-themed and was picked by my wife. She went straight to one of her all-time favourite authors, Terry Pratchett. 📜 How to Enter -Follow me on Instagram and follow the steps listed on my newest IG post! #millermonthly #giveaway #michaelrmiller #booksky

“A man is not dead while his name is still spoken.” We’ve got a special treat in store this month for readers who like their fantasy served with a side of satire. #fantasy #fantasybooks #michaelrmiller #millermonthly #giveaway #booksky

Happy Monday! It's been a bit hot here in the UK. Ash's strategy has been (for some reason) to hide on the book shelf and be moody. Whatever works! I've just made a start on the Left Handed Booksellers of London by Garth Nix What are you reading this week?? #booksky

The gods of UK Amazon parted the clouds and are basically giving my books away! #dragonfantasy #kindleUK #booksky #michaelrmiller

Through July 13th for Prime members, Audible is running this huge discount on The Dragons Blade Trilogy. You can get the entire series (46 hours of it) for just $5.99. It's an epic story about redemption, of the struggle of humans and dragons to coexist, and cripplingly addictive magic. #booksky

Be careful what you wish for. Reckoning comes out Sept 15th 🎉 Pre-order your copy now! Want to be one of the first people to read it? ARC sign ups are open right now! #michaelrmiller #songsofchaos #reckoning #fantasybooks #dragonfantasy #booksky #fantasyauthor

🚨 Exciting news! 🚨 We are opening a few more spots for my ARC teams! 🎉 If you have any questions about the application or the teams, feel free to message my PA Stacey. You can email her at [email protected] 🔗 InB!o #books #arc #author #fantasyauthor #dragonfantasy #booksky

Whether you're looking for a paperback audiobook, ebook, or signed hardcover of Reckoning, we have pre-order options for you 🥳 We are still sadly missing the CA and AU pages, as well as Barnes & Noble. But as soon as we have those, we'll let you know! #songsofchaos #booksky #dragonfantasy #fantasy

June’s Miller Monthly has landed—and it’s one for the true sci-fi diehards. 💫 I’m giving away the Easton Press leather-bound edition of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. That’s all five books in the “trilogy,” plus a bonus short story—bound together in a collector’s volume.