author notes

Relief and Regret on the Attention Farm — Post Mortem

Analyzing what worked, and what didn't in my last serial, while taking a look ahead at the work coming down the road!

Jun 28 •

Waymaking — Author Notes #12

A monthly roundup of the stories you may have missed, plus a peak at the changes you'll start to notice around the site!

Apr 25 •

Spring Substack Sale

In response to Amazon's Spring Sale, I've compiled several amazing independent writers worthy of your time and support. Below, each has a quick bio, a…

Mar 20 •

Compelling Reasons to Look at Your Phone — Author’s Notes #11

What you missed, reading recommendations, and how you can get early access to upcoming stories here on Cole's Chapters.

Mar 7 •

Four Stories and a New Archive — Author’s Notes #10

The stories you may have missed, plus a look at the new story archive

Feb 1 •

An End to Stasis — Author’s Notes #9

Reflecting on the end to 2023, and a look ahead at what's to come in the next year for members of Cole's Chapters

Jan 4 •

Penter Painter's Holiday Haunts

A collaborative Christmas Anthology

Dec 4, 2023 •

Digital Uff Da — Author Notes #8

Two good deals and some fun light reading for your Monday evening leisure:

Nov 27, 2023 •

Six Day Sale on Fiction You Love: Cole’s Chapters is Now Half Price

For a limited time: get an annual subscription, 50% off. Perks include exclusive stories, first looks, and access to my ever-expanding vault of premium…

Nov 25, 2023 •

Time Runs Short with much Left to Do — Author’s Notes #6

The Stasis collection is nearing the end of its run. With it, brings some important decisions, and huge announcements for the future of Cole's Chapters

Oct 26, 2023 •

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Join Us Around the Fire to Share Your Stories — Author Notes #5

Cole's Chapters will be expanding with the addition of a collaborative podcast. I am looking for guests who have interesting stories to share

Oct 10, 2023 •

Free Stories at Your Fingertips — Author Notes #4

Welcome newcomers! I've put together a compilation of my favorite stories you can access with your subscription to Cole's Chapters; plus a contest where…

Oct 5, 2023 •

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