Frequently Asked Questions

Answered by S.M. Pindera and not the CEROS "character", for those who are confused.

What does the CEROS acronym stand for? 

A lot of things, but generally: Containment, Extraction, Research and Observation Sector or Contain, Extract, Research, Observe and Secure. 
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What ARE the CEROS Reports?

In the novel "A Game of Chez" the young woman is transported to a mysterious dream world. Through the novel she experiences small glimpses into the world outside her mind. Reality. 
If you like the dream sequences in the novel, you may like the CEROS Reports. The Reports allow a glimpse at what's happening in that same outside world of the CEROS Universe.
I will caution that there are minor spoilers for both the novel "A Game of Chez", and future novels in the series.
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Is CEROS real? 

Yes and no.
"CEROS" is a fictional organization created by S.M. Pindera (Author) for the purpose of promoting the novel series “A Game of Chez”. It also will appear at some point in the book series itself, just not the first novel. Consider it a fun little roleplay / side writing adventure for me.
"CEROS Universe" is what I call the book universe in which "A Game of Chez" takes place.
"CEROS Universe Publishing Inc." is a real publishing imprint I created in order to publish my novels.
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Can I submit to CEROS Universe Publishing Inc.?

No. I do not accept unsolicited manuscripts and novels. I will only be using this imprint to publish my own novels. Maybe one day that will change!  

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Where can I buy "A Game of Chez" paperback? 

CEROS only sells book boxes. To purchase "A Game of Chez" paperback novel or eBook on it's own, please see Other Retailers

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Where can I buy "A Game of Chez" hardcover? 

"A Game of Chez" Special Edition Hardcover (and Limited Edition Paperback) is only supplied by CEROS in the Deluxe CEROS Box. It is not currently available on its own or for purchase anywhere else. 
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Have you used AI in any way?

No. I do not use AI in any capacity. To be very clear, AI was not used for writing the novel, producing any of the graphics in or out of the novel, for socials, the CEROS website, the publishing imprint, none of it.
Unfortunately AI is difficult to shut off in software, so if any Artificial Intelligence was used within the backend of Google, Microsoft, Adobe, or any other services I purchased or used, I was unaware of its use and tried to shut it off or do my due dilligence whenever possible to ensure AI was not used in production.
Disclaimer: The CEROS organization, CEROS reports, all names, characters and other content described are fictitious. Any similarities are purely coincidental.