Book Two - Available 21 August 2025
2 August 2025
Book Two Announcement
Announcing
THE UMBRAFORGED:
Book Two of The Forge’s Requiem Trilogy
by S. M. Grey - August 2025
I’m excited to announce both the series name, and the launch date for Book Two!
THE UMBRAFORGED: Book Two of The Forge’s Requiem Trilogy will be available Thursday, 21 August 2025 in both e-book and paperback formats.
A strange signal from across the sea prompts Altrameda and company to sail further than humanity has ventured in centuries.
Link to the novel’s page here!
… AND NOW THE SENTIMENTAL BIT
The huge, blue folder in my craft room.
A significant amount of planning for The Stormforged happened on the tram, in my phone’s note app, and on the back of kitchen order dockets. A lot of that is in this folder.
When I finally took the plunge and published The Stormforged after eight years of work, I didn’t expect to see much interest, let alone success. Then I sold 100 copies. Then 1000. Then 5000, and I was getting messages from fans expressing how much they loved Altrameda’s story.
I’m still beside myself - from the bottom of my non-mechanical heart, thank you. The characters, their struggles, and their journeys are close to me, and it’s so heartwarming to know they resonate with readers. I began work on a sequel in 2024 and have planned a third book in conjunction.
The Umbraforged is dedicated to the teachers who make time for their students who need it most.
Future Plans
When I got tired of editing Book Two, I worked on Book Three - The Dreadforged. While the first major draft is yet unfinished, I’ve made solid headway and fully intend to release The Dreadforged early next year (2026). I intend to write books beyond that, within the same universe / setting.
Also, the monthly newsletter thing didn’t work out. Deep down, I’m a bit of a recluse. Whoops.
As far as events go, I haven’t booked anything - but that may change.
Until next time!
