The Published Novelist Saves Schrödinger’s Cat!

How to Improve the Odds Before You Open the Box—OR—What Writers Can Control While Their Book's Fate Remains Uncertain

I’m currently at that point where I have a forthcoming book listed for pre-order. It’s coming out at the end of February 2026.

And I’m sure you know that feeling. It’s that high anxiety moment between all the editorial passes and re-writes, the proofreading, working with the cover designer and the formatting and the day of the book’s release.