Cass' little sister is going to die.
He'll burn the world down to save her.
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155,000 words · Dual POV · Fall 2026 · Edited by Michael Braff (Red Rising) · Storyteller Publishing (Macmillan)
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"I instantly got lost in the world, and I can't get enough of the characters. I haven't read anything like it."
2. We will review your application within two weeks.
3. If selected, your ARC will be delivered via BookFunnel (ePub, MOBI, PDF).
4. Giveaway entry opportunities open after your copy arrives.
The First Stone is the opening novel in The Exousia Chronicles. My wife Steph and I spent 8 years building this world from the ground up, and our editor Michael Braff (Red Rising) helped us turn the pages into something we hope feels worthy of your eyes.
Beyond the novel, we are building original music, maps, faction quizzes, character art, and more. Like a LOT more. Oh, and our kids are named after characters from the book. So, this world is not a side project for us. It is the thing we work towards every single day.
155,000 words · Dual POV · Fall 2026 · Storyteller Publishing (Macmillan)
What early readers are saying
This book is one of those that had me coming back for more, sneaking every chapter as soon as I could. I instantly got lost in the world, and I can't get enough of the characters. I haven't read anything like it (and I read a LOT)!
Life was busy, I didn't have much time to read at first, but once that plot hit. I made time.
Here is what you get as a Founding Reader.
A Founding Reader is an ARC reader who reads The First Stone and posts honest reviews on Amazon and Goodreads before launch.
Read the book before publication. Digital delivery (ePub, MOBI, PDF) via BookFunnel.
Three drawings with exclusive faction-based boxes, secret lore drops, and a golden Fract coin. See rules.
Early access to maps, character art, deleted scenes, and world updates.
Input on cover reveals, bonus content, what influencers we work with, and creative decisions.
Your name on the Founding Readers wall at exousia.world (and future perks that will be revealed because you being here really does mean so much to us).
Questions
An Advance Reader Copy. You receive a free digital copy (ePub, MOBI, and PDF) of the book before publication. All we ask is that you read it and share an honest review.
No. My wife and I spent 8+ years building this world, but we only ask for honesty. Your genuine reaction matters more than anything.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. You will hear from us within two weeks of applying (but we will have fun stuff to send your way before that).
We appreciate every application. If we fill up on ARC spots, you will still get access to exclusive content, world updates, and future opportunities.
ePub, MOBI, and PDF. Delivered securely through BookFunnel.
Waves fill up as spots are taken. Apply early for the best chance.
Three drawings with exclusive faction-based boxes and lore drops. Giveaway entries are separate from your ARC review. See official rules.
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