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In the modern publishing world, indie authors are thriving—but not without hurdles. While technology has made self-publishing more accessible than ever, an entire cottage industry of service providers has sprung up, offering everything from editing to cover design to marketing. Some of these services are invaluable, but far too many are predatory, overpriced, and designed to drain indie authors of every dollar they have—often before they’ve sold a single book.

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The Pilgrim Strain: Rebellion

Written by C.P. Edgar

Copyright 2025 by C.P. Edgar and October Ninth Books.

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.

This...

Severed Pieces

Written by C.P. Edgar

Concept by C.P. Edgar and Dominic Pupillo

Copyright 2024 by C.P. Edgar and October Ninth Books.

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted...

I'm excited to announce that Severed Pieces is coming soon! This new thriller dives deep into the unsettling terrain of trust, shifting realities, and the hidden dangers lurking within government agendas. Readers will be drawn into the tangled lives of Abigail and her close circle of friends as they reunite for what they believe will be a relaxing beachside getaway. However, their retreat turns into a nightmare as strange occurrences push their friendships, fears, and sanity to the breaking...

Welcome, fellow readers! I’m C.P. Edgar, the author behind The Pilgrim Strain series and other suspenseful, character-driven thrillers. If you're new to my work or already a fan, I’m excited to introduce you to my gripping series, now available in Kindle format, paperback, and audiobook on Amazon, Audible, and Apple Books.

Why Readers Love The Pilgrim Strain

The Pilgrim Strain series takes you into a world of global intrigue, biological threats, and shadowy conspiracies. In The Pilgrim Strain,...