• October 17th - Book Reading

  • C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District

  • Mt. Vernon, Illinois

• November 6th - Book Reading

  • Herrin City Library

  • Herrin, Illinois

Release date: November 18, 2026

With over 50 additional pages of previously unreleased content from the author’s own notes, this special edition offers a deeper look into the novel’s core design, unpacking key thematic choices, character decisions, and pivotal moments that define the story. From examining the intent behind certain intimate scenes to the reasoning that guides the narrative’s direction, these additional notes are restored for this edition.

Also included is the “lost” Tina chapter, originally removed from the final manuscript, offering additional perspective while preserving her place in the broader narrative. These notes are available only in the hardcover edition, serving as an extension of the work for avid readers who want to explore the story beyond the story.

• Set for release in Fall 2027, the story continues. After the fallout of Book One, Clark, Rick, and Luna must navigate their new lives.