The Magician King (Paperback) by Lev Grossman
Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x 1 Inches (D)Weight: .8 PoundsNumber of Pages: 448Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: FantasySeries Title: Magician Series, #2Format: PaperbackPublisher: Penguin Group (USA) IncorporatedAuthor: Lev GrossmanAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book "The Magician King" is a grand voyage into the dark, glittering heart of magic--an epic quest for the Harry Potter generation. Grossman proves that he is the modern heir to C.S. Lewis, and on the cutting edge of literary fantasy. Book Synopsis Return to Fillory in the riveting sequel to the New York Times bestseller and literary phenomenon, The Magicians, now an original series on SYFY, from the author of the #1 bestselling The Magician's Land. Quentin Coldwater should be happy. He escaped a miserable Brooklyn childhood, matriculated at a secret college for magic, and graduated to discover that Fillory--a fictional utopia--was actually real. But even as a Fillorian king, Quentin finds little peace. His old restlessness returns, and he longs for the thrills a heroic quest can bring. Accompanied by his oldest friend, Julia, Quentin sets off--only to somehow wind up back in the real world and not in Fillory, as they'd hoped. As the pair struggle to find their way back to their lost kingdom, Quentin is forced to rely on Julia's illicitly learned sorcery as they face a sinister threat in a world very far from the beloved fantasy novels of their youth. Review Quotes "[A] serious, heartfelt novel [that] turns the machinery of fantasy inside out."--The New York Times (Editor's Choice) "A spellbinding stereograph, a literary adventure novel that is also about privilege, power, and the limits of being human. The Magician King is a triumphant sequel."--NPR.org "[The Magician King] is The Catcher in the Rye for devotees of alternative universes. It's dazzling and devil-may-care. . . . Grossman has created a rare, strange, and scintillating novel."--Chicago Tribune "The Magician King is a rare achievement, a book that simultaneously criticizes and celebrates our deep desire for fantasy."--The Boston Globe "Grossman has devised an enchanted milieu brimming with possibility, and his sly authorial voice gives it a literary life that positions The Magician King well above the standard fantasy fare."--San Francisco Chronicle "Grossman expands his magical world into a boundless enchanted universe, and his lively characters navigate it with aplomb."--The New Yorker "Grossman is brilliant at creating brainy, distinct, flawed, complex characters, and nearly as good at running them through narrative gauntlets that inventively tweak the stories that generations have grown up on."--The Portland Oregonian "The Magician King, the immensely entertaining new novel by Lev Grossman, manages to be both deep and deeply enjoyable."--Chicago Sun-Times "Readers who have already enjoyed The Magicians should lose no time in picking up The Magician King. For those who haven't, read both books: Grossman's work is solid, smart, and engaging adult fantasy."--The Miami Herald "Now that Harry Potter is through in books and films, grown-up fans of the boy wizard might want to give this nimble fantasy series a try."--New York Post "Lev Grossman's The Magician King is a fresh take on the fantasy-quest novel--dark, austere, featuring characters with considerable psychological complexity, a collection of idiosyncratic talking animals (a sloth who knows the path to the underworld, a dragon in the Grand Canal), and splendid set pieces in Venice, Provence, Cornwall, and Brooklyn."--The Daily Beast "In this page-turning follow-up to his bestselling 2009 novel The Magicians, Grossman takes another dark, sarcastically sinister stab at fantasy, set in the Narnia-esque realm of Fillory."--Entertainment Weekly "The Magician King is clearly the middle book in a trilogy, but it's that rare creature that bridges the gap between tales and still stands on its own. And just as the first book showed that growing up is hard no matter how much power you have, it shows that becoming an adult involves far more than just reaching the right age."--The A.V. Club "Fabulous fantasy spiked with bitter adult wisdom--not to be missed."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Fans of The Magicians will find this sequel a feast and will be delighted that a jaw-dropping denouement surely promises a third volume to come."--Booklist About The Author LEV GROSSMAN is the book critic for Time magazine and author of five novels, including the international bestseller Codex and the #1 New York Times bestselling Magicians trilogy. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife and three children.
Aftermath: Star Wars: Journey to The Force Awakens by Chuck Wendig (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.48 Inches (H) x 6.42 Inches (W) x 1.27 Inches (D)Weight: 1.38 PoundsNumber of Pages: 320Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: Science FictionSeries Title: Star WarsFormat: HardcoverPublisher: RHAuthor: Chuck WendigAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book -The second Death Star has been destroyed, the emperor killed, and Darth Vader struck down-- devastating blows against the Empire, and major victories for the Rebel Alliance. But the battle for freedom is far from over---Front jacket flap. Book Synopsis NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens "Star Wars: Aftermath [reveals] what happened after the events of 1983's Return of the Jedi. It turns out, there's more than just the Empire for the good guys to worry about."--The Hollywood Reporter As the Empire reels from its critical defeats at the Battle of Endor, the Rebel Alliance--now a fledgling New Republic--presses its advantage by hunting down the enemy's scattered forces before they can regroup and retaliate. But above the remote planet Akiva, an ominous show of the enemy's strength is unfolding. Out on a lone reconnaissance mission, pilot Wedge Antilles watches Imperial Star Destroyers gather like birds of prey circling for a kill, but he's taken captive before he can report back to the New Republic leaders. Meanwhile, on the planet's surface, former rebel fighter Norra Wexley has returned to her native world--war weary, ready to reunite with her estranged son, and eager to build a new life in some distant place. But when Norra intercepts Wedge Antilles's urgent distress call, she realizes her time as a freedom fighter is not yet over. What she doesn't know is just how close the enemy is--or how decisive and dangerous her new mission will be. Determined to preserve the Empire's power, the surviving Imperial elite are converging on Akiva for a top-secret emergency summit--to consolidate their forces and rally for a counterstrike. But they haven't reckoned on Norra and her newfound allies--her technical-genius son, a Zabrak bounty hunter, and a reprobate Imperial defector--who are prepared to do whatever they must to end the Empire's oppressive reign once and for all. Praise for Aftermath "The Force is strong with Star Wars: Aftermath."--Alternative Nation "The Star Wars universe is fresh and new again, and just as rich and mysterious as it always was."--Den of Geek "[Chuck] Wendig neatly captures the current states of the Empire and Rebel Alliance and does so through flawed, real, and nuanced characters. His writing gets you up close and personal. . . . Wendig does wonders with dialogue and voice and carving out space for everyone to breathe. Aftermath is a strong foot forward into unexplored territory and puts down just enough foundation that you can start picturing the Resistance and First Order of The Force Awakens taking shape."--Nerdist "If the opening chapter of the Wendig's Aftermath trilogy is any indication, the 'Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens' will be every bit as exciting as the movie."--New York Daily News "A wonderful Star Wars adventure by a gifted author."--SF Book Reviews Review Quotes "Star Wars: Aftermath [reveals] what happened after the events of 1983's Return of the Jedi. It turns out, there's more than just the Empire for the good guys to worry about."--The Hollywood Reporter "The Force is strong with Star Wars: Aftermath."--Alternative Nation "The Star Wars universe is fresh and new again, and just as rich and mysterious as it always was."--Den of Geek "[Chuck] Wendig neatly captures the current states of the Empire and Rebel Alliance and does so through flawed, real, and nuanced characters. His writing gets you up close and personal. . . . Wendig does wonders with dialogue and voice and carving out space for everyone to breathe. Aftermath is a strong foot forward into unexplored territory and puts down just enough foundation that you can start picturing the Resistance and First Order of The Force Awakens taking shape."--Nerdist "If the opening chapter of the Wendig's Aftermath trilogy is any indication, the 'Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens' will be every bit as exciting as the movie."--New York Daily News "A wonderful Star Wars adventure by a gifted author."--SF Book Reviews About The Author Chuck Wendig is a novelist, screenwriter, and game designer. He's the author of many novels, including Blackbirds, Atlanta Burns, Zer0es, and the YA Heartland series. He is co-writer of the short film Pandemic and the Emmy-nominated digital narrative Collapsus. He currently lives in the forests of Pennsyltucky with wife, son, and red dog.
To Sleep in a Sea of Stars - Book & Journal Bundle by Christopher Paolini (Hardcover)
Number of Pages: 880Genre: Science Fiction + FantasyFormat: HardcoverPublisher: MacMilanAuthor: Christopher PaoliniAge Range: AdultLanguage: EnglishTARGET EXCLUSIVE BOOK with JOURNAL BUNDLE!!!To Sleep in a Sea of Stars is a brand new epic novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author of Eragon, Christopher Paolini.Kira Navárez dreamed of life on new worlds.Now she's awakened a nightmare.During a routine survey mission on an uncolonized planet, Kira finds an alien relic. At first she's delighted, but elation turns to terror when the ancient dust around her begins to move.As war erupts among the stars, Kira is launched into a galaxy-spanning odyssey of discovery and transformation. First contact isn't at all what she imagined, and events push her to the very limits of what it means to be human.While Kira faces her own horrors, Earth and its colonies stand upon the brink of annihilation. Now, Kira might be humanity's greatest and final hope . . .
The Slow Regard of Silent Things: A Kingkiller Chronicle Novella (Hardcover) by Patrick Rothfuss
Dimensions (Overall): 8.1 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 176Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: FantasySeries Title: NAFormat: HardcoverPublisher: PenguinAuthor: Patrick RothfussAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book Deep below the University, there is a dark place. Few people know of it: a broken web of ancient passageways and abandoned rooms. A young woman lives there, tucked among the sprawling tunnels of the Underthing, snug in the heart of this forgotten place. Her name is Auri, and she is full of mysteries. Book Synopsis Discover #1 New York Times-bestselling Patrick Rothfuss' epic fantasy universe of The Kingkiller Chronicle, in this illustrated companion novella, The Slow Regard of Silent Things. "I just love the world of Patrick Rothfuss." --Lin-Manuel Miranda - "He's bloody good, this Rothfuss guy." --George R. R. Martin - "Rothfuss has real talent." --Terry Brooks Deep below the University, there is a dark place. Few people know of it: a broken web of ancient passageways and abandoned rooms. A young woman lives there, tucked among the sprawling tunnels of the Underthing, snug in the heart of this forgotten place. Her name is Auri, and she is full of mysteries. The Slow Regard of Silent Things is a brief, bittersweet glimpse of Auri's life, a small adventure all her own. At once joyous and haunting, this story offers a chance to see the world through Aurir's eyes. And it gives the reader a chance to learn things that only Auri knows.... In this book, Patrick Rothfuss brings us into the world of one of The Kingkiller Chronicle's most enigmatic characters. Full of secrets and mysteries, The Slow Regard of Silent Things is the story of a broken girl trying to live in a broken world. Praise for The Kingkiller Chronicle: "The best epic fantasy I read last year.... He's bloody good, this Rothfuss guy." --George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire "Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous." --Terry Brooks, New York Times-bestselling author of Shannara It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words. --Ursula K. Le Guin, award-winning author of Earthsea The characters are real and the magic is true." --Robin Hobb, New York Times-bestselling author of Assassin's Apprentice Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description. --Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn Review Quotes Praise for The Kingkiller Chronicle: "The best epic fantasy I read last year.... He's bloody good, this Rothfuss guy." --George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire "Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous." --Terry Brooks, New York Times-bestselling author of Shannara It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words. --Ursula K. LeGuin, award-winning author of Earthsea The characters are real and the magic is true." --Robin Hobb, New York Times-bestselling author of Assassin's Apprentice Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description. --Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn "[Makes] you think he's inventing the genre, instead of reinventing it." --Lev Grossman, New York Times-bestselling author of The Magicians "This is a magnificent book." --Anne McCaffrey, award-winning author of the Dragonriders of Pern "The great new fantasy writer we've been waiting for, and this is an astonishing book. --Orson Scott Card, New York Times-bestselling author of Ender's Game "It's not the fantasy trappings (as wonderful as they are) that make this novel so good, but what the author has to say about true, common things, about ambition and failure, art, love, and loss." --Tad Williams, New York Times-bestselling author of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn "Jordan and Goodkind must be looking nervously over their shoulders!" --Kevin J. Anderson, New York Times-bestselling author of The Dark Between the Stars "An extremely immersive story set in a flawlessly constructed world and told extremely well." --Jo Walton, award-winning author of Among Others "Hail Patrick Rothfuss! A new giant is striding the land." --Robert J. Sawyer, award-winning author of Wake "Fans of the epic high fantasies of George R.R. Martin or J.R.R. Tolkien will definitely want to check out Patrick Rothfuss' The Name of the Wind." --NPR "Shelve The Name of the Wind beside The Lord of the Rings...and look forward to the day when it's mentioned in the same breath, perhaps as first among equals." --The A.V. Club "Rothfuss (who has already been compared to the likes of Terry Goodkind, Robert Jordan, and George R. R. Martin) is poised to be crowned the new king of epic fantasy." --Barnes & Noble "I was reminded of Ursula K. Le Guin, George R. R. Martin, and J. R. R. Tolkein, but never felt that Rothfuss was imitating anyone." --The London Times "This fast-moving, vivid, and unpretentious debut roots its coming-of-age fantasy in convincing mythology." --Entertainment Weekly "This breathtakingly epic story is heartrending in its intimacy and masterful in its narrative essence." --Publishers Weekly (starred) "Reminiscent in scope of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series...this masterpiece of storytelling will appeal to lovers of fantasy on a grand scale." --Library Journal (starred) About The Author Patrick Rothfuss is the bestselling author of The Kingkiller Chronicle. His first novel, The Name of the Wind, won the Quill Award and was a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year. Its sequel, The Wise Man's Fear, debuted at #1 on The New York Times bestseller chart and won the David Gemmell Legend Award. His novels have appeared on NPR's Top 100 Science Fiction/Fantasy Books list and Locus' Best 21st Century Fantasy Novels list. Pat lives in Wisconsin, where he brews mead, builds box forts with his children, and runs Worldbuilders, a book-centered charity that has raised more than six million dollars for Heifer International. He can be found at patrickrothfuss.com and on Twitter at @patrickrothfuss.
Fahrenheit 451 MTI by Ray Bradbury (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inch (W) x .8 Inch (D)Weight: .45 PoundsNumber of Pages: 272Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: ThrillersFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Simon & SchusterAuthor: Ray BradburyAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book "Fahrenheit 451 -- the temperature at which book paper catches fire and burns..." Book Synopsis NOW AN HBO FILM STARRING MICHAEL B. JORDAN AND MICHAEL SHANNON Sixty years after its originally publication, Ray Bradbury's internationally acclaimed novel Fahrenheit 451 stands as a classic of world literature set in a bleak, dystopian future. Today its message has grown more relevant than ever before. Guy Montag is a fireman. His job is to destroy the most illegal of commodities, the printed book, along with the houses in which they are hidden. Montag never questions the destruction and ruin his actions produce, returning each day to his bland life and wife, Mildred, who spends all day with her television "family." But when he meets an eccentric young neighbor, Clarisse, who introduces him to a past where people didn't live in fear and to a present where one sees the world through the ideas in books instead of the mindless chatter of television, Montag begins to question everything he has ever known. Review Quotes "A masterpiece . . . A glorious American classic everyone should read: It's life-changing if you read it as a teen, and still stunning when you reread it as an adult." --Alice Hoffman, The Boston Globe "Brilliant . . . Startling and ingenious . . . Mr. Bradbury's account of this insane world, which bears many alarming resemblances to our own, is fascinating." --Orville Prescott, The New York Times "One of this country's most beloved writers . . . A great storyteller, sometimes even a mythmaker, a true American classic." --Michael Dirda, The Washington Post
The Power of Six (Paperback)
Genre: Science Fiction + FantasyFormat: PaperbackAuthor: VariousAge Range: AdultLanguage: English
Reign of the Fallen (Hardcover) (Sarah Glenn Marsh)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inch (W) x 1.5 Inch (D)Weight: 1.05 PoundsNumber of Pages: 384Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: FantasyFormat: HardcoverPublisher: PenguinAuthor: Sarah Glenn MarshAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book The launch of an LGBT fantasy duology that follows a talented necromancer who must face down a deadly nemesis who has learned how to turn her magic into a weapon. Book Synopsis This edgy fantasy doesn't just blur boundaries of genre, of gender, of past and present, life and death--it explodes them. --Cinda Williams Chima, New York Times bestselling author of The Seven Realms and The Shattered Realms Without the dead, she'd be no one. Odessa is one of Karthia's master necromancers, catering to the kingdom's ruling Dead. Whenever a noble dies, it's Odessa's job to raise them by retrieving their soul from a dreamy and dangerous shadow world called the Deadlands. But there is a cost to being raised: the Dead must remain shrouded. If even a hint of flesh is exposed, a grotesque transformation begins, turning the Dead into terrifying, bloodthirsty Shades. A dramatic uptick in Shade attacks raises suspicions and fears around the kingdom. Soon, a crushing loss of one of her closest companions leaves Odessa shattered, and reveals a disturbing conspiracy in Karthia: Someone is intentionally creating Shades by tearing shrouds from the Dead--and training them to attack. Odessa is forced to contemplate a terrifying question: What if her magic is the weapon that brings the kingdom to its knees? Fighting alongside her fellow mages--and a powerful girl as enthralling as she is infuriating--Odessa must untangle the gruesome plot to destroy Karthia before the Shades take everything she loves. Perfect for fans of Three Dark Crowns and Red Queen, Reign of the Fallen is a gutsy, unpredictable read with a surprising and breathtaking LGBT romance at its core. Review Quotes Praise for Reign of the Fallen This edgy fantasy doesn't just blur boundaries of genre, of gender, of past and present, life and death--it explodes them. --Cinda Williams Chima, New York Times bestselling author of The Seven Realms and The Shattered Realms A dark, thrilling fantasy set in an innovative and imaginative world with a diverse cast that readers are sure to fall in love with. Sarah Glenn Marsh's Reign of the Fallen is a page-turning start to what is sure to be a brilliant series." --Lisa Maxwell, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Magician Reign of the Fallen is a diverse story brimming with wickedly delightful magic, sizzling romance, and shocking betrayal--I've completely fallen under its spell. In a fantasy world where neither life, death, nor love can be bound, readers will be mesmerized from page one. A decadent treat for the senses, I adored this dark jewel of a book. - Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Stalking Jack the Ripper An immersive fantasy that explores love, grief, and the power of death, Reign of the Fallen features a bisexual necromancer heroine who will bring your heart to life! - Julie C. Dao, author of Forest of a Thousand Lanterns A refreshing fantasy, wholly unique. --Wendy Higgins, New York Times bestselling author of the Sweet Evil series An inventive, unpredictable, unputdownable fantasy. Reign of the Fallen has it all: a twisty, heart--wrenching plot, immersive worldbuilding, and a complex bisexual heroine! --Jessica Spotswood, author of Wild Swans and The Cahill Witch Chronicles * Marsh has created a compelling novel of death, life, and letting go. --School Library Journal, starred review Marsh delivers an outstanding fantasy with a bisexual necromancer, zombies, and magic.... Hand this captivating novel to fans of Garth Nix's Old Kingdom series. --Booklist "A thrilling masterpiece... Sarah Glenn Marsh will captivate the hearts of readers from the very first page." - Rebeca, The Life of A BookNerd Addict "A dazzling blend of magic and mystery." - Ava, Bookishness and Tea "A lush world full of twists and turns, with a refreshing heroine at its heart." - Hafsah, IceyBooks "Hits all the emotions from love and friendship to loss and betrayal. I couldn't get enough!" - Kristen, My Friends Are Fiction "Odessa is the fantastically badass necromancer we've all been waiting for. Following her adventures through lush parties, ancient kingdoms, and darkly entrancing Deadlands is a thrill not to be missed." -Cait, Paper Fury A dark and intense fantasy with brilliant writing and genuine characters. Sarah Glenn Marsh is definitely an author on the rise. - Brittany, Brittany's Book Rambles "This modern fantasy tale where love is love will have you enamored the whole way though." - Christy, Tales of the Ravenous Reader "A new intriguing and diverse fantasy that needs to be on your list of must-reads." --Alex, The Book's Buzz About The Author Sarah Glenn Marsh has been an avid fantasy reader from the day her dad handed her a copy of The Hobbit and promised it would change her life; she's been making up words and worlds ever since. When she's not writing, Sarah enjoys painting, ghost hunting, traveling, and all things nerdy. She lives in Richmond, Virginia, with her husband and their menagerie: four rescued sighthounds, a bird, and many fish. She is the author of Fear the Drowning Deep and Reign of the Fallen.
A Dance with Dragons (A Song of Ice and Fire #5) (Mass Market Paperback) by George R. R. Martin
Dimensions (Overall): 7 Inches (H) x 4.3 Inches (W) x 1.8 Inches (D)Weight: 1.05 PoundsNumber of Pages: 1152Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: FantasySeries Title: Song of Ice and Fire Series , #5Format: PaperbackPublisher: Random House Publishing GroupAuthor: George R. R. MartinAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book The saga that is the basis for the hit HBO] Original Series "Game of Thrones" continues in Book Five, as both familiar faces and surprising new forces vie for a foothold in a fragmented empire. Available in a tall Premium Edition. Book Synopsis #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - THE BOOK BEHIND THE FIFTH SEASON OF THE ACCLAIMED HBO SERIES GAME OF THRONESDon't miss the thrilling sneak peek of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire: Book Six, The Winds of Winter Dubbed "the American Tolkien" by Time magazine, George R. R. Martin has earned international acclaim for his monumental cycle of epic fantasy. Now the #1 New York Times bestselling author delivers the fifth book in his landmark series--as both familiar faces and surprising new forces vie for a foothold in a fragmented empire. A DANCE WITH DRAGONS In the aftermath of a colossal battle, the future of the Seven Kingdoms hangs in the balance--beset by newly emerging threats from every direction. In the east, Daenerys Targaryen, the last scion of House Targaryen, rules with her three dragons as queen of a city built on dust and death. But Daenerys has thousands of enemies, and many have set out to find her. As they gather, one young man embarks upon his own quest for the queen, with an entirely different goal in mind. Fleeing from Westeros with a price on his head, Tyrion Lannister, too, is making his way to Daenerys. But his newest allies in this quest are not the rag-tag band they seem, and at their heart lies one who could undo Daenerys's claim to Westeros forever. Meanwhile, to the north lies the mammoth Wall of ice and stone--a structure only as strong as those guarding it. There, Jon Snow, 998th Lord Commander of the Night's Watch, will face his greatest challenge. For he has powerful foes not only within the Watch but also beyond, in the land of the creatures of ice. From all corners, bitter conflicts reignite, intimate betrayals are perpetrated, and a grand cast of outlaws and priests, soldiers and skinchangers, nobles and slaves, will face seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Some will fail, others will grow in the strength of darkness. But in a time of rising restlessness, the tides of destiny and politics will lead inevitably to the greatest dance of all. Praise for A Dance with Dragons "Filled with vividly rendered set pieces, unexpected turnings, assorted cliffhangers and moments of appalling cruelty, A Dance with Dragons is epic fantasy as it should be written: passionate, compelling, convincingly detailed and thoroughly imagined."--The Washington Post "Long live George Martin . . . a literary dervish, enthralled by complicated characters and vivid language, and bursting with the wild vision of the very best tale tellers."--The New York Times Review Quotes "Filled with vividly rendered set pieces, unexpected turnings, assorted cliffhangers and moments of appalling cruelty, A Dance with Dragons is epic fantasy as it should be written: passionate, compelling, convincingly detailed and thoroughly imagined."--The Washington Post "Long live George Martin . . . a literary dervish, enthralled by complicated characters and vivid language, and bursting with the wild vision of the very best tale tellers."--The New York Times "One of the best series in the history of fantasy."--Los Angeles Times About The Author George R. R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire--A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and A Dance with Dragons--as well as Tuf Voyaging, Fevre Dream, The Armageddon Rag, Dying of the Light, Windhaven (with Lisa Tuttle), and Dreamsongs Volumes I and II. He is also the creator of The Lands of Ice and Fire, a collection of maps from A Song of Ice and Fire featuring original artwork from illustrator and cartographer Jonathan Roberts, and The World of Ice & Fire (with Elio M. García, Jr., and Linda Antonsson). As a writer-producer, Martin has worked on The Twilight Zone, Beauty and the Beast, and various feature films and pilots that were never made. He lives with the lovely Parris in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
100 Things North Carolina Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die (Paperback) (Art Chansky)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inch (W) x .9 Inch (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 304Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: BasketballFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Triumph BooksAuthor: Art ChanskyAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Perfect for UNC fans who think they already know everything 100 Things North Carolina Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource guide for true fans of the Tar Heels. Whether you're a die-hard booster from the days of Dean Smith or a new supporter of Roy Williams, these are the 100 things all fans needs to know and do in their lifetime. It contains every essential piece of Tar Heels knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom. About The Author Art Chansky is the bestselling author of Blue Blood, Blue Divide, and Light Blue Region. He is the former sports editor of the Durham Morning Herald and a graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. He lives in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Hazel Wood (Hardcover) (Melissa Albert)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inch (W) x 1.3 Inch (D)Weight: .95 PoundsNumber of Pages: 368Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: FantasyFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Flatiron BooksAuthor: Melissa AlbertAge Range: AdultFeatured book lists: Target Club PicksLanguage: English About the Book Albert delivers a fierce, captivating contemporary fantasy about a 17-year-old girl who must venture into the world behind a pitch-dark, cult-classic collection of fairy tales to save her mother. Illustrations. Book Synopsis Welcome to Melissa Albert's The Hazel Wood--the fiercely stunning New York Times bestseller everyone is raving about!Seventeen-year-old Alice and her mother have spent most of Alice's life on the road, always a step ahead of the uncanny bad luck biting at their heels. But when Alice's grandmother, the reclusive author of a cult-classic book of pitch-dark fairy tales, dies alone on her estate, the Hazel Wood, Alice learns how bad her luck can really get: Her mother is stolen away--by a figure who claims to come from the Hinterland, the cruel supernatural world where her grandmother's stories are set. Alice's only lead is the message her mother left behind: "Stay away from the Hazel Wood." Alice has long steered clear of her grandmother's cultish fans. But now she has no choice but to ally with classmate Ellery Finch, a Hinterland superfan who may have his own reasons for wanting to help her. To retrieve her mother, Alice must venture first to the Hazel Wood, then into the world where her grandmother's tales began--and where she might find out how her own story went so wrong. Don't miss the New York Times bestselling sequel to The Hazel Wood, The Night Country, out now, or Tales from the Hinterland, coming January 12, 2021! Review Quotes New York Times bestsellerSeven starred reviews#1 Indie Next PickJunior Library Guild SelectionALA's Best Fiction for Young Adults ListBank Street Best Children's Book of the YearPublishers Weekly Flying Start"Albert seamlessly combines contemporary realism with fantasy, blurring the edges in a way that highlights that place where stories and real life convene, where magic contains truth, and the world as it appears is false, where just about anything can happen, particularly in the pages of a good book. It's a captivating debut." --The New York Times Book Review (Notable Children's Book) "An original and imaginative fairy tale: thrilling, fascinating, and poignant in equal measure." --Entertainment Weekly (Best YA Book of the Year)"Insidiously beautiful, this is the opposite of escapist fantasy; it is a story about the imagination's power to loose atrocity into the (mostly) law-abiding confines of the real." --The Guardian (Best Children's Book of the Year)"A darkly brilliant story of literary obsession, fairy-tale malignancy, and the measures a mother will take to spare her child." --The Wall Street Journal (Best Children's Book of the Year)"A contemporary fantasy that dwells in an atmospheric, intertwining world of terrifying circumstances; a breathtaking dive into the magic and importance of story in one's identity. 'Story is the fabric of the Hinterland, ' one of the residents tells Alice. Another says, stories 'create the energy that makes this world go. They keep our stars in place.' If this is so, Albert's exquisite wordsmithing and story weaving have kept the stars aloft for a new generation of readers." --Shelf Awareness, starred review "Alice's sharp-edged narration and Althea's terrifying fairy tales, interspersed throughout, build a tantalizing tale of secret histories and magic that carries costs and consequences. There is no happily-ever-after resolution except this: Alice's hard-won right to be in charge of her own story." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "Highly literary, occasionally surreal, and grounded by Alice's clipped, matter-of-fact voice, The Hazel Wood is a dark story that readers will have trouble leaving behind." --Booklist, starred review "Simultaneously wondrous and horrific, dreamlike and bloody, lyrical and creepy, exquisitely haunting and casually, brutally cruel. Not everybody lives, and certainly not 'happily ever after'--but within all the grisly darkness, Alice's fierce integrity and hard-won self-knowledge shine unquenched." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "The Hazel Wood is thoroughly, creepily captivating, with surprises I never saw coming! Such a refreshing and beautifully written inversion of the classic fairy tale-inspired story." --Kristin Cashore, author of Graceling "This book will be your next literary obsession. Welcome to the Hazel Wood, where bad luck is a living thing, princesses are doomed, and every page contains a wondrously terrible adventure--it's not safe inside these pages, but once you enter, you may never want to leave. The Hazel Wood is pure imagination candy." --Stephanie Garber, author of Caraval"Dark, spellbinding, and magical. One of the most original books I've read in years--The Hazel Wood is destined to be a classic." --Kami Garcia, author of Beautiful Creatures "Elegant, ethereal, and beautifully brutal, The Hazel Wood is a fairy tale worth falling for. This is a dream of a book I cannot recommend highly enough. It's like falling into a nautilus shell: every time you think you've found the end, another chamber opens. Absolutely breathtaking." --Seanan McGuire, author of Every Heart a Doorway"Absolutely mesmerizing, magical, and inventive. Hats off to Melissa Albert!" --Karen McManus, author of One of Us Is Lying About The Author Melissa Albert is the author of the Hazel Wood series and a former bookseller and YA lit blogger. Her work has been translated into over twenty languages. She's from Illinois and lives in Brooklyn with her family.
Star Wars Skywalker: A Family At War - by Kristin Baver (Hardcover)
Genre: Science Fiction + FantasyFormat: HardcoverAuthor: Kristin BaverAge Range: AdultLanguage: EnglishThis comes with 3 bonus essays!Uncover the secrets of the Skywalkers: the family that shaped a galaxy far, far away …The Skywalker story has everything: passion, intrigue, heroism, and dark deeds.This revelatory biography explores every twist and turn of the Skywalker dynasty: the slow seduction to the dark side of Anakin; his doomed marriage to Padmé Amidala; the heroics of Luke and Leia; the fall and redemption of Han Solo and Princess Leia's son, Ben; and the struggles of his dyad in the Force, Rey.Leaving no stone unturned in tracing the dynasty's trials and tribulations, this definitive biography of Star Wars' first family explores and explains the deeper, more personal story of the Skywalkers, their characters, motivations, and, against seemingly impossible odds, their ultimate triumph.
From a Certain Point of View (Hardcover) (Renée Ahdieh) - by Renée Ahdieh
Dimensions (Overall): 8.1 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x 1.7 Inch (D)Weight: 1.45 PoundsNumber of Pages: 496Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: Science FictionFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Random HouseAuthor: Renée AhdiehAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book "40 stories celebrating 40 years of Star Wars"--Dust jacket. Book Synopsis NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A one-of-a-kind Star Wars experience that sheds new light on the original film. On May 25, 1977, the world was introduced to Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, C-3PO, R2-D2, Chewbacca, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Darth Vader, and a galaxy full of possibilities. In honor of the fortieth anniversary, more than forty contributors lend their vision to this retelling of Star Wars. Each of the forty short stories reimagines a moment from the original film, but through the eyes of a supporting character. From a Certain Point of View features contributions by bestselling authors, trendsetting artists, and treasured voices from the literary history of Star Wars - Gary Whitta bridges the gap from Rogue One to A New Hope through the eyes of Captain Antilles. - Aunt Beru finds her voice in an intimate character study by Meg Cabot. - Nnedi Okorofor brings dignity and depth to a most unlikely character: the monster in the trash compactor. - Pablo Hidalgo provides a chilling glimpse inside the mind of Grand Moff Tarkin. - Pierce Brown chronicles Biggs Darklighter's final flight during the Rebellion's harrowing attack on the Death Star. - Wil Wheaton spins a poignant tale of the rebels left behind on Yavin. Plus thirty-four more hilarious, heartbreaking, and astonishing tales from: Ben Acker - Renée Ahdieh - Tom Angleberger - Ben Blacker - Jeffrey Brown - Rae Carson - Adam Christopher - Zoraida Córdova - Delilah S. Dawson - Kelly Sue DeConnick - Paul Dini - Ian Doescher - Ashley Eckstein - Matt Fraction - Alexander Freed - Jason Fry - Kieron Gillen - Christie Golden - Claudia Gray - E. K. Johnston - Paul S. Kemp - Mur Lafferty - Ken Liu - Griffin McElroy - John Jackson Miller - Daniel José Older - Mallory Ortberg - Beth Revis - Madeleine Roux - Greg Rucka - Gary D. Schmidt - Cavan Scott - Charles Soule - Sabaa Tahir - Elizabeth Wein - Glen Weldon - Chuck Wendig All participating authors have generously forgone any compensation for their stories. Instead, their proceeds will be donated to First Book--a leading nonprofit that provides new books, learning materials, and other essentials to educators and organizations serving children in need. To further celebrate the launch of this book and both companies' longstanding relationships with First Book, Penguin Random House has donated $100,000 to First Book, and Disney/Lucasfilm has donated 100,000 children's books--valued at $1,000,000--to support First Book and their mission of providing equal access to quality education. Over the past sixteen years, Disney and Penguin Random House combined have donated more than eighty-eight million books to First Book. Review Quotes "The Mashup You've Been Looking For."--Tordotcom "The biggest joy of this collection is turning the page to a new story and realizing which character they'll be jumping to next."--New York Daily News "An entertaining, multi-faceted way to revisit that galaxy far, far away."--Financial Times "The stories are humorous, heartbreaking, and downright wacky. If you have a favorite Star Wars character, forget them. You're going to have forty new favorite characters after reading this."--Comicsverse "An impressive, and highly entertaining, short story compilation."--Cinelinx
Language of Thorns (Liegh Bardugo) - by Leigh Bardugo (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.3 Inches (H) x 6.2 Inch (W) x 1 Inch (D)Weight: 1.45 PoundsNumber of Pages: 288Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: Action & AdventureFormat: HardcoverPublisher: ImprintAuthor: Leigh BardugoAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book Inspired by myth, fairy tale, and folklore, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Bardugo has crafted a deliciously atmospheric collection of short stories filled with betrayals, revenge, sacrifice, and love. This volume contains six stories--including three brand-new tales--lavishly illustrated with art that changes with each turn of the page. Book Synopsis The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with Shadow and Bone, an original series! Inspired by myth, fairy tale, and folklore, #1 New York Times-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo has crafted a deliciously atmospheric collection of short stories filled with betrayals, revenge, sacrifice, and love. Enter the Grishaverse... Love speaks in flowers. Truth requires thorns. Travel to a world of dark bargains struck by moonlight, of haunted towns and hungry woods, of talking beasts and gingerbread golems, where a young mermaid's voice can summon deadly storms and where a river might do a lovestruck boy's bidding but only for a terrible price. Perfect for new readers and dedicated fans, the tales in The Language of Thorns will transport you to lands both familiar and strange--to a fully realized world of dangerous magic that millions have visited through the novels of the Grishaverse. This collection of six stories includes three brand-new tales, each of them lavishly illustrated and culminating in stunning full-spread illustrations as rich in detail as the stories themselves. An Imprint Book This title has Common Core connections. A New York Times Bestseller Lushly designed and wonderfully rendered ... Bardugo doesn't twist familiar tales so much as rip them open. --Booklist, starred review Strong writing, compelling stories, and gorgeous illustrations make this collection a must-have. --School Library Journal, starred review Beautiful imagery conceived from precise, beautiful prose; beautiful cover image and interior illustrations that creep across each page toward a beautiful consummation; beautiful lands inhabited by beautiful hearts. --VOYA, starred review Elegantly crafted...stylishly intricate illustrations...all fans of the darker side of folktales and folktale-like stories will find the stories satisfyingly full of pain, danger, and vengeance. --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review Gorgeously otherworldly...Any lover of retellings or original fairy tales will enjoy. --Kirkus Reviews "Gorgeous, cruel and almost wistful windows onto the dreamscapes and hard lessons of [Bardugo's] alternate universe ... fairy tales with all the darkness intact." --NPR Book Review Those who seem innocent are shown to be guilty, one-dimensional characters become more complicated, and mothers who once were absent are given presence and power." --Mashable This new collection will intrigue, awe, frighten, and inspire both stalwart fans and new readers looking for a heady spoonful of fantasy." --Hypable This nightmare-inducing collection is short but powerful, each tale as brilliant and absorbing as the one before... brilliant storytelling" --Romantic Times Marvelous tales, as full of twists and delights and strangeness as anything found in the Grimm Brothers. Leigh Bardugo is a master. --Kelly Link, author of Get in Trouble Read all the books in the Grishaverse! The Shadow and Bone Trilogy (previously published as The Grisha Trilogy) Shadow and Bone Siege and Storm Ruin and Rising The Six of Crows Duology Six of Crows Crooked Kingdom The King of Scars DuologyKing of Scars The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous MagicThe Severed Moon: A Year-Long Journal of Magic Praise for the Grishaverse "A master of fantasy." --The Huffington Post "Utterly, extremely bewitching." --The Guardian "The best magic universe since Harry Potter." --Bustle "This is what fantasy is for." --The New York Times Book Review "[A] world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp." --NPR "The darker it gets for the good guys, the better." --Entertainment Weekly "Sultry, sweeping and picturesque. . . . Impossible to put down." --USA Today "There's a level of emotional and historical sophistication within Bardugo's original epic fantasy that sets it apart." --Vanity Fair "Unlike anything I've ever read." --Veronica Roth, bestselling author of Divergent "Bardugo crafts a first-rate adventure, a poignant romance, and an intriguing mystery!" --Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson series Review Quotes A New York Times Bestseller Lushly designed and wonderfully rendered ... Bardugo doesn't twist familiar tales so much as rip them open. --Booklist, starred review Strong writing, compelling stories, and gorgeous illustrations make this collection a must-have. --School Library Journal, starred review Beautiful imagery conceived from precise, beautiful prose; beautiful cover image and interior illustrations that creep across each page toward a beautiful consummation; beautiful lands inhabited by beautiful hearts. --VOYA, starred review Elegantly crafted...stylishly intricate illustrations...all fans of the darker side of folktales and folktale-like stories will find the stories satisfyingly full of pain, danger, and vengeance. --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review Gorgeously otherworldly...Any lover of retellings or original fairy tales will enjoy. --Kirkus Reviews "Gorgeous, cruel and almost wistful windows onto the dreamscapes and hard lessons of [Bardugo's] alternate universe ... fairy tales with all the darkness intact." --NPR Book ReviewThose who seem innocent are shown to be guilty, one-dimensional characters become more complicated, and mothers who once were absent are given presence and power." --Mashable This new collection will intrigue, awe, frighten, and inspire both stalwart fans and new readers looking for a heady spoonful of fantasy." --Hypable This nightmare-inducing collection is short but powerful, each tale as brilliant and absorbing as the one before... brilliant storytelling" --Romantic TimesMarvelous tales, as full of twists and delights and strangeness as anything found in the Grimm Brothers. Leigh Bardugo is a master. --Kelly Link, author of Get in Trouble Praise for Crooked Kingdom: "It's a delicious blend of masterfully executed elements ... Bardugo outdoes herself in this exhilarating follow-up, and series fans will have their eyes glued to every page."--Booklist, starred review. "Un-put-down-able excitement from beginning to end." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review. "Bardugo's ingenious plotting that characterized Crows is again on full display, and the backstories, loyalties, flaws, and romantic alliances....are richly developed." --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (BCCB), starred review Praise for Six of Crows: "This has all the right elements to keep readers enthralled: an entertainingly combative team of skilled misfits, a twisty plot, and a nerve-wracking cliffhanger." --Publishers Weekly, starred review "Cracking page-turner with a multi ethnic band of misfits with differing sexual orientations who satisfyingly, believably jell into a family."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review "This is an easy choice for teens who enjoyed the Grisha Trilogy, Diviners, or any of the Shadowhunter books." --VOYA, starred review About The Author Leigh Bardugo is the New York Times-bestselling author of Ninth House and the creator of the Grishaverse (coming soon to Netflix) which spans the Shadow and Bone trilogy, the Six of Crows duology, the King of Scars duology, The Language of Thorns, and The Lives of Saints-- with more to come. Her short stories can be found in multiple anthologies, including Best American Science Fiction & Fantasy. Leigh grew up in Southern California and graduated from Yale University. These days she lives and writes in Los Angeles. Illustrator Sara Kipin is best known for her fantasy works portraying strong, self-empowered, feminine characters. Her style is inspired by early animation and romantic paintings. Sara is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art and currently lives in Burbank, California.
A Clash of Kings (HBO Tie-in Edition) (A Song of Ice and Fire #2) (Paperback) by George R. R. Martin
Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 6.1 Inches (W) x 1.6 Inches (D)Weight: 1.7 PoundsEdition: Media Tie-InNumber of Pages: 768Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: Saga + Myth + LegendFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Bantam Dell Pub GroupAuthor: George R. R. MartinAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis THE BOOK BEHIND THE SECOND SEASON OF GAME OF THRONES, AN ORIGINAL SERIES NOW ON HBO. A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE: BOOK TWO In this thrilling sequel to A Game of Thrones, George R. R. Martin has created a work of unsurpassed vision, power, and imagination. A Clash of Kings transports us to a world of revelry and revenge, wizardry and warfare unlike any we have ever experienced. A comet the color of blood and flame cuts across the sky. And from the ancient citadel of Dragonstone to the forbidding shores of Winterfell, chaos reigns. Six factions struggle for control of a divided land and the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms, preparing to stake their claims through tempest, turmoil, and war. It is a tale in which brother plots against brother and the dead rise to walk in the night. Here a princess masquerades as an orphan boy; a knight of the mind prepares a poison for a treacherous sorceress; and wild men descend from the Mountains of the Moon to ravage the countryside. Against a backdrop of incest and fratricide, alchemy and murder, victory may go to the men and women possessed of the coldest steel . . . and the coldest hearts. For when kings clash, the whole land trembles. Review Quotes "[George R. R.] Martin amply fulfills the first volume's promise and continues what seems destined to be one of the best fantasy series ever written."--The Denver Post About The Author George R. R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire--A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and A Dance with Dragons--as well as Tuf Voyaging, Fevre Dream, The Armageddon Rag, Dying of the Light, Windhaven (with Lisa Tuttle), and Dreamsongs Volumes I and II. He is also the creator of The Lands of Ice and Fire, a collection of maps from A Song of Ice and Fire featuring original artwork from illustrator and cartographer Jonathan Roberts, and The World of Ice & Fire (with Elio M. García, Jr., and Linda Antonsson). As a writer-producer, Martin has worked on The Twilight Zone, Beauty and the Beast, and various feature films and pilots that were never made. He lives with the lovely Parris in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
100 Things Duke Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die (Paperback) (Johnny Moore)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inch (W) x .7 Inch (D)Weight: .75 PoundsNumber of Pages: 288Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: BasketballFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Triumph BooksAuthor: Johnny MooreAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Perfect for Duke fans who think they already know everything 100 Things Duke Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource guide for true fans of the Blue Devils. Whether you're a die-hard booster from the days of Mike Gminski or a new supporter of Jahlil Okafor, these are the 100 things all fans needs to know and do in their lifetime. It lists figures from the Vic Bubas era to the current Coach K era--with stories on each of his four national championships and the players involved. The book also features the places all Duke fans needs to visit, such as the Angus Barn, and provides background on the university, including how it was founded and what makes the famed chapel such a special structure. Every essential piece of Blue Devils knowledge and trivia is here, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom. About The Author Johnny Moore is a producer for the radio and television networks at Duke University, has been involved with Duke athletics for nearly 40 years, and is the coauthor of The Blue Divide. He lives in Durham, North Carolina. Mike Gminski was a first-team All-American and ACC Player of the Year at Duke before becoming a nationally known broadcaster. He resides in Charlotte, NC.
Princess Bride Deluxe Edition (Hardcover) (William Goldman)
Dimensions (Overall): 10.1 Inches (H) x 8.2 Inch (W) x 1.3 Inch (D)Weight: 2.85 PoundsNumber of Pages: 446Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: GeneralFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Houghton MIfflin HarcourtAuthor: William GoldmanAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book For the thirtieth anniversary of the film, this beloved tale of romance and adventure is given a stunning full-color illustrated treatment. Book Synopsis William Goldman's beloved story of Buttercup, Westley, and their fellow adventurers is now available in a beautifully illustrated deluxe edition This tale of true love, high adventure, pirates, princesses, giants, miracles, fencing, and a frightening assortment of wild beasts, as depicted in the 1987 film directed by Rob Reiner and starring Fred Savage, Robin Wright, and others, is now available in a beautiful new package, with foil and embossing on the cover and an interior printed on elegant uncoated cream stock with rough-cut edges. This keepsake edition also includes fifty full-page color illustrations by Michael Manomivibul, full-color chapter openers, and a gorgeous color map printed on the endpapers. A stunning package no fan will be able to resist! Review Quotes "[Goldman's] swashbuckling fable is nutball funny . . . A 'classic' medieval melodrama that sounds like all the Saturday serials you ever saw, feverishly reworked by the Marx Brothers." -- Newsweek "One of the funniest, most original, and deeply moving novels I have read in a long time." -- Los Angeles Times
Sandworms of Dune ( Dune) (Reprint) (Paperback) by Brian Herbert
Dimensions (Overall): 6.74 Inches (H) x 4.16 Inches (W) x 1.24 Inches (D)Weight: .58 PoundsNumber of Pages: 546Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySeries Title: DuneFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Tor Science FictionAuthor: Brian HerbertAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book Based directly on Frank Herbert's final outline, "Sandworms of Dune" answers the long-debated, urgent questions of Dune fans: the origin of the Honored Matres, the tantalizing future of the planet Arrakis, and the resolution to the war between Man and Machine. HCL Tor. Book Synopsis Book Two in the stunning conclusion to Frank Herbert's worldwide bestselling Dune Chronicles At the end of Frank Herbert's final novel, Chapterhouse: Dune, a ship carrying a crew of refugees escapes into the uncharted galaxy, fleeing from a terrifying, mysterious Enemy. The fugitives used genetic technology to revive key figures from Dune's past--including Paul Muad'Dib and Lady Jessica--to use their special talents to meet the challenges thrown at them. Based directly on Frank Herbert's final outline, which lay hidden in two safe-deposit boxes for a decade, Sandworms of Dune will answer the urgent questions Dune fans have been debating for two decades: the origin of the Honored Matres, the tantalizing future of the planet Arrakis, the final revelation of the Kwisatz Haderach, and the resolution to the war between Man and Machine. This breathtaking new novel in Frank Herbert's Dune series has enough surprises and plot twists to please even the most demanding reader. Review Quotes "I know nothing comparable to it except The Lord of the Rings." --Arthur C. Clarke on Dune "Appealing and gripping...Fascinating detail, yet cloaked in mystery and mysticism." --Milwaukee Journal on Heretics of Dune "The vast and fascinating Dune saga sweeps on---as exciting and gripping as ever." --Kirkus Reviews on Chapterhouse: Dune "This compelling saga of men and women struggling for their freedom is required reading for Dune fans." --Library Journal on Dune: The Butlerian Jihad "Dune addicts will happily devour Herbert and Anderson's spicy conclusion to their second prequel trilogy." --Publishers Weekly on Dune: The Battle of Corrin "Entertaining." --Publishers Weekly on Hunters of Dune About The Author Brian Herbert, the author of numerous novels and short stories, has been critically acclaimed by leading reviewers in the United States and around the world. The eldest son of science fiction superstar Frank Herbert, he, with Kevin J. Anderson, is the author of Hellhole and continues his father's beloved Dune series with books including The Winds of Dune and House Atreides, among other bestsellers. He also wrote a biography of his father, Dreamer of Dune. Herbert graduated from high school at age 16, and then attended U.C. Berkeley, where he earned a B.A. in Sociology. Besides an author, Herbert has been an editor, business manager, board game inventor, creative consultant for television and collectible card games, insurance agent, award-winning encyclopedia salesman, waiter, busboy, maid and a printer. He and his wife once owned a double-decker London bus, which they converted into an unusual gift shop. Herbert and his wife, Jan, have three daughters. They live in Washington state.
The Wise Man's Fear (Paperback) by Patrick Rothfuss
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x 1.7 Inches (D)Weight: 2.55 PoundsNumber of Pages: 999Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: FantasyFormat: PaperbackPublisher: DAW BooksAuthor: Patrick RothfussAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book Kvothe searches for answers, attempting to uncover the truth about the mysterious Amyr, the Chandrian, and the death of his parents. Along the way, Kvothe is put on trial by the legendary Adem mercenaries, forced to reclaim the honor of his family, and travels into the Fae realm. Book Synopsis Discover #1 New York Times-bestselling Patrick Rothfuss' epic fantasy series, The Kingkiller Chronicle. "I just love the world of Patrick Rothfuss." --Lin-Manuel Miranda - "He's bloody good, this Rothfuss guy." --George R. R. Martin - "Rothfuss has real talent." --Terry Brooks DAY TWO: THE WISE MAN'S FEAR "There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man." My name is Kvothe. You may have heard of me. So begins a tale told from his own point of view--a story unequaled in fantasy literature. Now in The Wise Man's Fear, Day Two of The Kingkiller Chronicle, Kvothe takes his first steps on the path of the hero and learns how difficult life can be when a man becomes a legend in his own time. Praise for The Kingkiller Chronicle: "The best epic fantasy I read last year.... He's bloody good, this Rothfuss guy." --George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire "Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous." --Terry Brooks, New York Times-bestselling author of Shannara It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words. --Ursula K. Le Guin, award-winning author of Earthsea The characters are real and the magic is true." --Robin Hobb, New York Times-bestselling author of Assassin's Apprentice Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description. --Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn Review Quotes "The best epic fantasy I read last year.... He's bloody good, this Rothfuss guy." --George R. R. Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire "Rothfuss has real talent, and his tale of Kvothe is deep and intricate and wondrous." --Terry Brooks, New York Times-bestselling author of Shannara It is a rare and great pleasure to find a fantasist writing...with true music in the words. --Ursula K. LeGuin, award-winning author of Earthsea The characters are real and the magic is true." --Robin Hobb, New York Times-bestselling author of Assassin's Apprentice Masterful.... There is a beauty to Pat's writing that defies description. --Brandon Sanderson, New York Times-bestselling author of Mistborn "[Makes] you think he's inventing the genre, instead of reinventing it." --Lev Grossman, New York Times-bestselling author of The Magicians "This is a magnificent book." --Anne McCaffrey, award-winning author of the Dragonriders of Pern "The great new fantasy writer we've been waiting for, and this is an astonishing book. --Orson Scott Card, New York Times-bestselling author of Ender's Game "It's not the fantasy trappings (as wonderful as they are) that make this novel so good, but what the author has to say about true, common things, about ambition and failure, art, love, and loss." --Tad Williams, New York Times-bestselling author of Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn "Jordan and Goodkind must be looking nervously over their shoulders!" --Kevin J. Anderson, New York Times-bestselling author of The Dark Between the Stars "An extremely immersive story set in a flawlessly constructed world and told extremely well." --Jo Walton, award-winning author of Among Others "Hail Patrick Rothfuss! A new giant is striding the land." --Robert J. Sawyer, award-winning author of Wake "Fans of the epic high fantasies of George R.R. Martin or J.R.R. Tolkien will definitely want to check out Patrick Rothfuss' The Name of the Wind." --NPR "Shelve The Name of the Wind beside The Lord of the Rings...and look forward to the day when it's mentioned in the same breath, perhaps as first among equals." --The A.V. Club "Rothfuss (who has already been compared to the likes of Terry Goodkind, Robert Jordan, and George R. R. Martin) is poised to be crowned the new king of epic fantasy." --Barnes & Noble "I was reminded of Ursula K. Le Guin, George R. R. Martin, and J. R. R. Tolkein, but never felt that Rothfuss was imitating anyone." --The London Times "This fast-moving, vivid, and unpretentious debut roots its coming-of-age fantasy in convincing mythology." --Entertainment Weekly "This breathtakingly epic story is heartrending in its intimacy and masterful in its narrative essence." --Publishers Weekly (starred) "Reminiscent in scope of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series...this masterpiece of storytelling will appeal to lovers of fantasy on a grand scale." --Library Journal (starred) About The Author Patrick Rothfuss is the bestselling author of The Kingkiller Chronicle. His first novel, The Name of the Wind, won the Quill Award and was a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year. Its sequel, The Wise Man's Fear, debuted at #1 on The New York Times bestseller chart and won the David Gemmell Legend Award. His novels have appeared on NPR's Top 100 Science Fiction/Fantasy Books list and Locus' Best 21st Century Fantasy Novels list. Pat lives in Wisconsin, where he brews mead, builds box forts with his children, and runs Worldbuilders, a book-centered charity that has raised more than six million dollars for Heifer International. He can be found at patrickrothfuss.com and on Twitter at @patrickrothfuss.
No Prisoners (Paperback) by Karen Traviss
Dimensions (Overall): 8.22 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inches (W) x .59 Inches (D)Weight: .5 PoundsNumber of Pages: 257Genre: Science Fiction + FantasySub-Genre: Galactic Empires + Space OperasFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Lucas BooksAuthor: Karen TravissAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book A training session turns into a full-scale hostile action when Ahsoka learns that war against the separatists isn't just clone troopers against battle droids, and that sometimes the enemies are real living beings. Book Synopsis The Clone Wars rage on. As insurgent Separatists fight furiously to wrest control of the galaxy from the Republic, Supreme Chancellor Palpatine cunningly manipulates both sides for his own sinister purposes. Torrent Company's Captain Rex agrees to temporarily relieve Anakin Skywalker of Ahsoka, his ubiquitous-and insatiably curious-Padawan, by bringing her along on a routine three-day shakedown cruise aboard Captain Gilad Pellaeon's newly refitted assault ship. But the training run becomes an active-and dangerous-rescue mission when Republic undercover agent Hallena Devis goes missing in the middle of a Separatist invasion. Dispatched to a distant world to aid a local dictator facing a revolution, Hallena finds herself surrounded by angry freedom fighters and questioning the Republic's methods-and motives. Summoned to rescue the missing operative who is also his secret love, Pellaeon-sworn to protect the Republic over all-is torn between duty and desire. And Ahsoka, sent in with Rex and six untested clone troopers to extract Hallena, encounters a new and different Jedi philosophy, which shakes the foundation of her upbringing to the core. As danger and intrigue intensify, the loyalties and convictions of all involved will be tested. . . . About The Author Karen Traviss is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of three previous Star Wars: Republic Commando novels: Hard Contact, Triple Zero, and True Colors; three Star Wars: Legacy of the Force novels: Bloodlines, Revelation, and Sacrifice; as well as City of Pearl, Crossing the Line, The World Before, Matriarch, Ally, and Judge. A former defense correspondent and TV and newspaper journalist, Traviss has also worked as a police press officer, an advertising copywriter, and a journalism lecturer. Her short stories have appeared in Asimov's, Realms of Fantasy, On Spec, and Star Wars Insider. She lives in Devizes, England.