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Welcome to the News & Updates page for McDermottsQuill, your faith-driven hub for novels and screenplays that stir the soul and grip the screen. Here, you'll find the latest insights into my writing projects, including my new techno-thriller novel, Echelon Rising.
Echelon Rising: Development Updates
I'm currently developing my new techno-thriller novel, Echelon Rising, and will be sharing regular updates on my progress with the story. Expect behind-the-scenes insights into the writing process, character and world-building features, and previews of the research fueling this high-stakes global thriller. Along the way, I’ll also highlight real-world technology, archaeology, and geopolitical developments that echo the novel’s themes—bridging the gap between fiction and reality.
Who I'm Hoping to Reach
With Echelon Rising, I am hoping to reach three key groups:
Readers: Those who enjoy fast-paced, high-concept techno-thrillers filled with global stakes, layered characters, and cutting-edge science—fans of authors like Dan Brown, James Rollins, and Michael Crichton.
Literary Agents: Seeking market-ready, franchise-worthy fiction with strong crossover appeal to film and television.
General Audience: Those interested in techno-thriller stories, especially those fascinated by the collision of technology, geopolitics, and human survival in the face of engineered catastrophe.
Engage With the Story
Here's how you can engage with my work and stay connected:
- Stay Connected
- Follow me on social media for real-time progress updates and interactive polls.
- Engage With the Story
- Share feedback, thoughts, or questions about characters, themes, or world-building elements.
- Participate in reader polls about favorite characters, theories, or story directions.
- Explore My Work
- Check out my other novels and screenplays to see the larger creative universe I’m building.
- Add Echelon Rising to your “to-read” list (Goodreads, BookBub, etc.) once the pre-release page goes live.
- Help Spread the Word
- Share posts or updates with friends who enjoy high-stakes thrillers.
- Recommend the project to literary communities, book clubs, or forums.
Tone and Style
The tone of my news and updates will be professional yet approachable—informative for readers and literary agents, while keeping a personal and cinematic edge that reflects the high-stakes atmosphere of Echelon Rising. Updates will be written in an engaging, suspense-driven style: part behind-the-scenes journal, part industry insight, and part storytelling tease.
This way, readers feel included in the creative journey, agents see a polished, market-ready presentation, and the general audience experiences the pulse of a thriller unfolding in real time.
