Question: Do I need to have read the other books in the Journals of Nicholas Briggs Series to take part in The Optio?

Answer: No it is no necessary as The Optio is a standalone adventure. Although it is part of the Journals of Nicholas Briggs Series, featuring characters and the premises of a Victorian supernatural mystery a background knowledge of the series is not necessary. However if you enjoy The Optio please investigate the other supernatural mysteries of Nicholas Briggs details can be found on this website.

Question: How can I participate in the story voting?

Answer: To participate simply read the latest instalment of The Optio and cast your vote in the poll at the end. Whatever receives the most votes will determine what happens next.

Question: Can I read previous instalments if I join late?

Answer: Absolutely! All previous instalments are available on our website, so you can catch up on the story at any time.

Question: When are new instalments released?

Answer: New instalments of The Optio are released every Thursday until the novel concludes. Make sure to check back weekly to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the story. Or subscribe to received the next instalment emailed directly to your inbox.

Question: How long do I have to vote on each instalment?

Answer: You have until the  Monday after the Thursday publication of each instalment to cast your vote . Voting closes at 9am GMT on a Monday, so make sure to get your vote in before then.

Question: What happens if I miss an instalment?

Answer: If you miss a chapter, don't worry! We provide condensed versions of each installment and weekly summaries so you can catch up on the story quickly.

Question: What happens if I miss a voting deadline?

Answer: If you miss a voting deadline, don't worry! You can still catch up on the story by reading the latest instalment and participating in the next poll.

Question: What is the use of AI in The Optio?

Answer: There is no use of AI in the prose of The Interactive Novel. Every word of text is written by the author Dexter Roberts. The site does us AI created images as Dexter Roberts in an author not a graphic designer

Question: Is The Optio completely free?

Answer: The Optio aims to encourage reader engagement with books, To do this is to reduce as many boundaries as possible that is why The Optio is free and accessible to all