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New Stormlight Archive Boxset Available in the UK!

Posted on Thursday, September 12th, 2024

Today, Gollancz publishes a new boxset collecting OATHBRINGER and RHYTHM OF WAR, the third and fourth novels in Brandon Sanderson‘s internationally-bestselling Stormlight Archive series. Here’s the synopsis…

A two-book boxed set containing volumes three and four of the acclaimed Stormlight Archive series from the master of the fantasy, Brandon Sanderson.

In OATHBRINGER, humanity faces a new Desolation with the return of the Voidbringers, a foe whose numbers are as great as their thirst for vengeance.

The story continues in RHYTHM OF WAR, as the human resistance feels the threat of betrayal and is thrust into the middle of an arms race which will challenge the very core of the Radiant ideals, and potentially reveal the secrets of the ancient tower that was once the heart of their strength.

Zeno represents Brandon Sanderson in the UK and Commonwealth, on behalf of the JABberwocky Literary Agency in New York.

Ben Aaronovitch’s EINE NACHTIGALL IN NEW YORK is out tomorrow!

Posted on Wednesday, September 11th, 2024

EINE NACHTIGALL IN NEW YORK, the German edition of Ben Aaronovitch‘s highly-anticipated new Rivers of London novella, THE MASQUERADES OF SPRING, is out tomorrow (September 12th)! Published by DTV, it was translated by Christine Blum. Here’s the synopsis…

New York, 1920er-Jahre: Augustus Berrycloth-Young, Absolvent der Zauberschule Casterbrook, ist unangenehm überrascht: Denn unangekündigt steht sein alter Schulkamerad Thomas Nightingale vor der Tür und reißt ihn aus seinem behaglichen Leben.

Nightingale ist auf geheimer Mission nach New York geschickt worden, um ein verzaubertes Saxophon ausfindig zu machen, das seltsame Kräfte entfaltet, wenn es gespielt wird. Und ausgerechnet Augustus soll ihm helfen, dabei will er eigentlich nur das Dolce Vita genießen.

Auf der Suche machen die beiden Männer die Jazzclubs der Metropole unsicher und machen unfreiwillig mit der nicht-magischen und korrupten Polizei Bekanntschaft…

The book will also be available as an audiobook, narrated by Dietmar Wunder (published by GoyaLiT) — this edition is published today.

THE MASQUERADES OF SPRING is due to be published in the UK by Gollancz/Orion and in North America by Subterranean Press. Here’s the English-language synopsis…

York City, New York.

Meet Augustus Berrycloth-Young – fop, flaneur, and Englishman abroad – as he chronicles the Jazz Age from his perch atop the city that never sleeps.

That is, until his old friend Thomas Nightingale arrives, pursuing a rather mysterious affair concerning an old saxophone – which will take Gussie from his warm bed, to the cold shores of Long Island, and down to the jazz clubs where music, magic, and madness haunt the shadows…

Ben will be going on a short UK book tour to celebrate the release of the novella. Check out the graphic below for details…

Elizabeth Helen’s BROKEN BY DAYLIGHT is Out Today in the UK!

Posted on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024

BROKEN BY DAYLIGHT, the highly-anticipated fourth novel in Elizabeth Helen‘s best-selling Beasts of the Briar, is out today in the UK! Published by Magpie/HarperVoyager, here’s the synopsis…

A deadly war.

A stolen princess.

A separation of mates.

A secret unearthed.

War has come to the Enchanted Vale.

The forces of the Below have enacted their evil plan and both the Spring and Summer Realm are now under their influence. Will Autumn and Winter be next?

Rosie and Dayton, High Prince of the Summer Realm, enter a deadly tournament to reclaim the Bow of Radiance and save Summer together. But can they keep fighting their growing feelings for each other?

As the Realms fall prey to the Below’s schemes, Rosie must take her place as the Princess of the Enchanted Vale and fated mate to three of the High Princes.

The fight has only just begun…

The fourth book in the Beasts of the Briar series, a spicy Beauty and the Beast retelling filled with morally grey characters, a sinfully hot villain and a princess who has found her Prince Charming. All four of them.

The first three novels in the series are, of course, also still available in the UK (hardcover, eBook, and audiobook), and published by Magpie: BONDED BY THORNS, WOVEN BY GOLD, and FORGED BY MALICE.

To celebrate the release of the series in the UK, Elizabeth Helen are on tour at the moment. Check out the graphic, below, for the details…

Zeno represents Elizabeth Helen in the UK and Commonwealth, on behalf of the JABberwocky Literary Agency in New York.

Ben Aaronovitch’s THE MASQUERADES OF SPRING is out now!

Posted on Thursday, September 5th, 2024

THE MASQUERADES OF SPRING, Ben Aaronovitch‘s highly-anticipated, latest novella set in the world of Rivers of London is out now! Published by Gollancz/Orion, the action returns to North America! Here’s the synopsis…

New York City, New York.

Meet Augustus Berrycloth-Young – fop, flaneur, and Englishman abroad – as he chronicles the Jazz Age from his perch atop the city that never sleeps.

The novella is also available as an audiobook, narrated by the ever-excellent Kobna Holdbrook-Smith.

To celebrate the release of the book, Ben has been on a UK book tour! Check out the graphic, below, for the remaining dates/stops…

The novella is due to be published in North America by Subterranean Press, towards the end of September.

Two New Editions of BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST out now – and it’s a Book of the Month!

Posted on Wednesday, September 4th, 2024

Travis Baldree‘s internationally-bestselling and widely-acclaimed BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST is out today in a new UK paperback edition! Published by Tor Books, it is a prequel to the author’s best-selling and word-of-mouth sensation, LEGENDS & LATTES. Here’s the synopsis…

When an injury throws a young, battle-hungry orc off her chosen path, she may find that what we need isn’t always what we seek.

Viv’s career with the notorious mercenary company Rackam’s Ravens isn’t going as planned.

Wounded during the hunt for a powerful necromancer, she’s packed off against her will to recuperate in the sleepy beach town of Murk — so far from the action that she worries she’ll never be able to return to it.

What’s a thwarted soldier of fortune to do?

Spending her hours at a beleaguered bookshop in the company of its foul-mouthed proprietor is the last thing Viv would have predicted, but it may be both exactly what she needs and the seed of changes she couldn’t possibly imagine.

Still, adventure isn’t all that far away. A suspicious traveler in gray, a gnome with a chip on her shoulder, a summer fling, and an improbable number of skeletons prove Murk to be more eventful than Viv could have ever expected.

Set in the world of New York Times bestselling Legends & Lattes, Travis Baldree’s Bookshops & Bonedust takes us on a journey of high fantasy, first loves, and second-hand books.

The novel is also published today in Australia and New Zealand, also by Tor Books — for this edition, they’ve used the North American artwork.

BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST received an incredible amount of early praise, and we’re sure even more great reviews are going to start pouring in as more people are able to read the novel. Here are just a few of the great reviews…

‘What I love about Travis Baldree is that set against an epic world of adventure, he writes about the small victories that make life worthwhile. BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST does this and it is glorious’ — Ben Aaronovitch

‘… a lovely coming-of-age story about a character trained for war who learns that there’s more to life than endless battles. What makes the story special is the way that so many stock fantasy archetypes are cast against type and find new modes of prospering that don’t involve big weapons and bigger wars… This prequel is the perfect place for readers to start Baldree’s cozy fantasy series where folks band together for good, and evil is conquered through cleverness and friendship.’ — Library Journal (Starred Review), SFF Pick of the Month

‘Baldree’s prequel to Legends and Lattes (2022) cements his talent for cozy fantasy, engaging characters, and anachronistic references that would be at home in a Discworld novel… Knowing where a character ends up often drains tension from a prequel, but Baldree avoids that pitfall because the joy of reading here isn’t a simple uncertainty over who lives or dies but rather watching friendships blossom and characters grow. Folks who enjoyed the camaraderie and settings of this year’s Dungeons & Dragons movie — as well as anyone who likes the idea of an orc warrior becoming a devotee of the power of reading and its ability to broaden your horizons — should check out Viv’s adventures.’ — Booklist (Starred Review)

‘This prequel gives readers a glimpse of Viv as a young orc, still committed to the fighter’s life, just taking an enforced break in a charming town populated by compelling, richly drawn characters, and the slightest hint of danger in the wind. Despite the lurking necromancer, the vibes are decidedly warm and cozy, and the plot is just as much about saving the bookstore and building relationships as it is about protecting the town from the man in gray. As a prequel, it can stand alone, but will certainly satisfy fans as well. Warm and wonderful.’ — Literary Hub

‘Travis Baldree has worked his magic again to create a story full of heart, and some of the loveliest characters that I’ve read. There’s a wholesome ensemble, some glimpses of Viv’s mercenary skills, as well as enough growth to help her grow into her coffee-shop persona, all tightly written. Highly recommended, and definitely one of my top reads this year.’ — Fantasy Book Critic

BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST is also the Blackwell’s Book of the Month in September!

In case you haven’t read it, yet, LEGENDS & LATTES is of course available now, in paperback, also published by Tor Books in North America, the UK, and Australia/New Zealand.

Out Now: DIE FLÜSSE VON LONDON – REIHE II by Ben Aaronovitch

Posted on Friday, August 30th, 2024

Some more Rivers of London news this week: DTV has published a second collection of the internationally-bestselling and acclaimed novels by Ben Aaronovitch! DIE FLÜSSE VON LONDON – REIHE II collects the BROKEN HOMES, FOXGLOVE SUMMER, and THE HANGING TREE (books 4-6). Translated by the excellent Christine Blum (who has worked on the whole series), here’s the synopsis…

Der böse Ort:

Seltsame Dinge geschehen im Skygarden Tower, einem berüchtigten Sozialwohnblock in Südlondon. Dinge, die eine magische Anziehungskraft auf Police Constable und Zauberlehrling Peter Grant ausüben. Zunächst geht es nur um ein gestohlenes altes Buch über Magie, das aus der Weißen Bibliothek zu Weimar stammt. Doch dann weitet sich der Fall rasant aus. Denn der Erbauer des Tower, Erik Stromberg, ein brillanter, wenngleich leicht gestörter Architekt, hatte sich einst in seiner Zeit am Bauhaus offenbar nicht nur mit modernem Design, sondern auch mit Magie befasst. Was erklären könnte, warum der Skygarden Tower einen unablässigen Strom von begabten Künstlern, Politikern, Drogendealern, Serienmördern und Irren hervorgebracht hat. Und warum der unheimliche gesichtslose Magier, den Peter noch in schlechtester Erinnerung hat, ein so eingehendes Interesse daran an den Tag legt …

Fingerhut-Sommer:

Obwohl sich Police Constable Peter Grant schon unwohl fühlt, wenn er Londons Skyline auch nur ein paar Kilometer weit hinter sich lässt, wird er jetzt in die tiefste Provinz geschickt: in einen kleinen Ort in Herefordshire – wo sich Fuchs, Hase und der Dorfpolizist Gute Nacht sagen. Aber es werden zwei Kinder vermisst, und ihr Verschwinden erfolgte womöglich unter magischen Umständen. Also muss Peter notgedrungen sein angestammtes Biotop verlassen. Mit der Flusstochter Beverley Brook begibt er sich mutig nach Westen, hinein ins ländliche England …

Der Galgen von Tyburn:

Wie man einem gesichtslosen Magier zu Leibe rückt, was die Bewohner von Londons teuerster Immobilie so treiben und wie ungünstig es sein kann, wenn man Lady Tyburn einen Gefallen schuldet – diese und noch mehr erfreuliche Erkenntnisse warten bei seinem neuen Fall auf Police Constable Peter Grant. Einen Einblick ins Leben der Reichen und Schönen von London gibt es gratis dazu. Und die öffentliche Sicherheit und Ordnung aufrechterhalten sollte er bei all dem möglichst auch noch.

The Rivers of London series is published in the UK by Gollancz/Orion. Books 4-6 are published in North America by DAW Books. Here’s the English-language synopsis for BROKEN HOMES…

A mutilated body in Crawley. Another killer on the loose. The prime suspect is one Robert Weil – an associate of the twisted magician known as the Faceless Man? Or just a common garden serial killer?

Before PC Peter Grant can get his head round the case, a town planner going under a tube train and a stolen grimoire are adding to his case-load. So far so London.

But then Peter gets word of something very odd happening in Elephant and Castle, on an housing estate designed by a nutter, built by charlatans and inhabited by the truly desperate. Is there a connection? And if there is, why oh why did it have to be south of the River?

The latest book in the series is THE MASQUERADES OF SPRING, a novella starring Thomas Nightingale — it is due to be published in early September by Gollancz (UK), Subterranean Press (North America), and DTV (Germany).

Lavie Tidhar’s SIX LIVES is out now!

Posted on Thursday, August 29th, 2024

Lavie Tidhar‘s latest masterful thriller/mystery, SIX LIVES is out now! Published by Apollo/Head of Zeus on August 29th, here’s the synopsis…

SIX LIVES
Six lives, connected through blood and history, each rooted in the dirt of their inheritance, look to the future, and what it might hold.

THE GUANO MERCHANT
In 1855, Edward Feebes travels to the guano islands of South America to investigate an irregularity in the accounts of the House of Feebes & Co.

MOMENTO MORI
In 1912, post-mortem photographer and reluctant blackmailer Annie Connolly plots her escape from Ireland to America on board the Titanic.

THE COUNTRY HOUSE MURDER
In 1933, idealistic Edgar Waverley faces a choice of the heart when he becomes embroiled in a country house murder.

THE SPY
In 1964, hapless KGB agent Vasily Sokolov makes his career conjuring valuable information from worthless detritus.

ZABBALEEN
In 1987, actor Mariam Khouri looks back at Black Dirt, the movie that lifted her from the streets of Cairo.

NEW YORK
In 2012, Isabelle Feebes attempts to break with her poisonous heritage once and for al. Can she forge a new life for herself in the New World? Can you ever truly escape your past?

Here are just a couple of early reviews the novel has received so far…

‘I was blown away… Despite covering subjects as diverse as the Victorian guano trade, the KGB’s Cairo operations, post-mortem photography and an Agatha Christie-esque English country house murder, Tidhar manages to brilliantly realise each one.’ — Jewish Chronicle

‘Lavie Tidhar’s SIX LIVES is a magnificent matryoshka of a novel. Presenting six stories about fascinating individuals who are bound by blood and a shared desire to be free from the ties of birth, Tidhar’s writing is alchemical, smouldering with his characters’ passions, ambitions and frustrations as it shifts genres, from murder mystery to spy thriller, and more… Spellbinding and smart, measured and fierily evocative, SIX LIVES is an immensely satisfying achievement.’ — LoveReading

Apollo/Head of Zeus also publishes the author’s MAROR and ADAMA novels, both out now in paperback; as well as the BEST OF WORLD SF anthology series, edited by Lavie.

Four More Jonathan Carroll Re-Issues Out Now!

Posted on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024

As we noted a little while ago, JABberwocky are re-issuing a number of Jonathan Carroll‘s acclaimed back-list titles this summer. Today, we’re very happy to report that four more are now available! Read on for more details on each book…

THE CROW’S DINNER

The Crow’s Dinner weaves a tapestry of tales, spotlighting striking, poignant moments of raw human emotion and fleeting connections, keenly and compassionately observed by Carroll. This collection is a nocturnal journey through intimate encounters in cafes, episodes of beautiful youth without shelter, and the subtle unraveling of personal facades.

‘[A]n eccentric and fascinating assortment of observations, musings, anecdotes, and snatches of story…bears witness to the novelist’s attentive eye and ability to illuminate the mundane.’ — Publishers Weekly

BATHING THE LION

Five individuals from the same New England town, some acquainted and others not, all have the same remarkable dream one evening. Upon awakening, they realize they were once “mechanics,” a kind of celestial repairmen tasked with maintaining the universe’s order and rectifying the disruptions caused by both conscious beings and the occasional, inevitably destructive Chaos. Being a mechanic is an arduous and draining profession. So after a certain amount of time, all mechanics’ memories are wiped clean and new identities are crafted for them to blend in with new environments. Dispatched to various corners of the cosmos, they live out their remaining days as ordinary civilians of different worlds. However, for the first time, ALL retired mechanics are now being summoned back to work because a new kind of hugely destructive Chaos is coming. One like nothing ever seen before.

‘This lyrical and thematically rich novel is not to be underestimated.’ — Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

‘Carroll is known for his magical fiction, and his newest novel is sure to please fans who have been missing him since his last.’ — Booklist

BONES OF THE MOON

Bones of the Moon is the story of a young woman named Cullen James who leads a dual life, one in the real world and the other in her vivid night dreams set in a magical land called Rondua. In these dreams, Cullen embarks on a quest to find the Bones of the Moon, five bones that hold power over Rondua. As the dreams intensify, they begin to impact her waking life, leading to unsettling and frightening intersections between the two worlds. Alongside an enigmatic little boy also seeking the bones, and Mr. Tracy, a dog the size of a hot-air balloon, Cullen navigates through both realms in search of these mystical bones.

‘A gorgeous, frightening, imaginative, loving, unsettling, funny, gruesome, thought-provoking novel. This grand book is a triumph.’ — Stephen King

THE GHOST IN LOVE

One day Ben Gould slips on the ice, hits his head, and is supposed to die. But he doesn’t. Instead, Gould finds himself in a strange situation where he continues to live as if nothing happened. As a result, a ghost that was originally sent to guide Ben to the Afterlife is stuck on earth while its bosses try to figure out what went wrong. The situation catches the attention of various supernatural entities, besides the ghost. The story weaves through the perspectives of Ben, the ghost, his girlfriend German Landis, and even a talking dog named Pilot.

As Ben and these characters grapple with the implications of his non-death, they start to uncover deeper mysteries about love, destiny, and the reasons why some people are chosen to live or die. The story delves into the complexities of human emotions and connections, with a focus on how love can transcend even death itself and the invisible forces that shape our destinies.

‘…literal, comical, and metaphysical all at once. Delightful reading.’ — Booklist

‘…an excellent and dizzying view of the everyday world.’ — Reactor

New LORD OF LIGHT / CREATURES OF LIGHT & DARKNESS Omnibus out now in Russia!

Posted on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024

Fanzon/Эксмо has published another Roger Zelazny omnibus! This special, edition collects LORD OF LIGHT and CREATURES OF LIGHT & DARKNESS, with illustrations by Hekkil. Published as Князь Света. Порождения Света и Тьмы (иллюстрации Hekkil), here’s the synopsis…

Два знаменитых романа Роджера Желязны. Шедевры «новой волны» научной фантастики, полные поэзии и глубокого уважения к мифологии.

Подарочное издание с дополнительными материалами полностью проиллюстрировано талантливой художницей Hekkil.

«Князь Света»

Мир, в котором власть безраздельно принадлежит бессмертным и всемогущим божествам индуистского пантеона: Шиве, Ганеше, Кали и другим. Все люди, от нищего рыбака и йога-отшельника до царственного махараджи, поклоняются, молятся и служат им. Но есть тот, кто готов подарить людям свободу. Сейчас он Просветленный, но когда-то, во времена войн с демонами, его звали Лорд Калкин, Князь Света или просто Сэм…

«Порождения Света и Тьмы»

Два бога, два Дома, один квест, и вечная борьба между жизнью и смертью. Но когда появляется угроза, которая может погубить все миры, Анубису, Повелителю Мертвых, и Осирису из Дома Жизни придется отбросить вражду, ведь иначе Вселенная может быть уничтожена.

LORD OF LIGHT won the Hugo Award for Best Novel (1968), and was nominated for the Nebula Award. It is published in the UK by Gollancz, as part of their SF Masterworks series. Here’s the English-language synopsis…

Imagine a distant world where gods walk as men, but wield vast and hidden powers. Here they have made the stage on which they build a subtle pattern of alliance, love, and deadly enmity. Are they truly immortal? Who are these gods who rule the destiny of a teeming world?

Their names include Brahma, Kali, Krishna and also he who was called Buddha, the Lord of Light, but who now prefers to be known simply as Sam. The gradual unfolding of the story – how the colonization of another planet became a re-enactment of Eastern mythology – is one of the great imaginative feats of modern science fiction.

STRAY CAT BLUES #4 Out Now!

Posted on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024

The fourth issue in the latest Rivers of London comic series, STRAY CAT BLUES, is out now! Published by Titan Comics, it is written by Andrew Cartmel and Ben Aaronovitch, here’s the synopsis…

The hit comic based on Ben Aaronovitch’s bestselling novels is back!

Old frenemies become allies in the latest Rivers of London saga, when a mysterious cat-woman comes to Abigail looking for help to free her sisters from a notorious chimera brothel run by London gangster Monty and his sinister magically endowed mother, Mrs Napier.

Series artwork is by the always-excellent José María Beroy, and the cover is by Patricio Clarey. The first three issues are, of course, still available to purchase (in print and digital editions).

STRAY CAT BLUES is the twelfth Rivers of London comic series, and the previous eleven are now available in collected editions (again, available in print and digital). The comics are set in the same world as Aaronovitch’s internationally-best-selling and widely acclaimed Peter Grant/Rivers of London series of novels and novellas.

Travis Baldree’s BOEKWINKELS & BOTBREUKEN is Out Now!

Posted on Tuesday, August 20th, 2024

BOEKWINKELS & BOTBREUKEN, the Dutch edition of Travis Baldree‘s #1-bestselling, widely-acclaimed BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST, is out today! Published by Z&K, here’s the synopsis…

In ‘Boekwinkels & botbreuken’ van bestsellerauteur Travis Baldree, de prequel op ‘Legendes & lattes’, neemt ork Viv je mee naar een badplaatsje met een gezellige boekhandel en bijzonder gezelschap.

Nadat huurlinge Viv gewond raakt, wordt ze naar het slaperige badplaatsje Murk gestuurd om te herstellen. Ze brengt daar heel wat uren door in de plaatselijke boekhandel met de grofgebekte Fern. Maar het avontuur is nooit ver weg. Een verdachte reiziger in grijs, een gnoom met attitude, een zomerliefde en talloze skeletten zorgen ervoor dat Murk niet zo’n saai badplaatsje is als het op eerste gezicht lijkt. ‘Boekwinkels & botbreuken’ is een heerlijke cozy fantasy van Travis Baldree, perfect voor de fans van TJ Klune en feelgood- en fantasylezers.

Z&K also published the Dutch edition of LEGENDS & LATTES – as LEGENDES & LATTES.

BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST is the prequel to Baldree’s equally-acclaimed and bestselling debut, LEGENDS & LATTES. Both novels are out now in the UK and North America, published by Tor Books.

Here’s the English-language synopsis for BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST…

A cosy fantasy about the power of good bookshops, great friends and the unexpected choices along the way.

First loves. Second-hand books. Epic adventures.

Viv’s career with the renowned mercenary company Rackam’s Ravens isn’t going as planned. Wounded during the hunt for a powerful necromancer, she’s packed off against her will to recuperate in the sleepy beach town of Murk – so far from the action that she worries she’ll never be able to return to it. What’s a thwarted soldier of fortune to do?

Spending her hours at a struggling bookshop in the company of its foul-mouthed proprietor is the last thing Viv would have predicted. Even though it may be exactly what she needs. Still, adventure isn’t far away. A suspicious traveller in grey, a gnome with a chip on her shoulder, a summer fling and an improbable number of skeletons prove Murk to be more eventful than Viv could have ever expected.

Sometimes, right things happen at the wrong time. Sometimes, what we need isn’t what we seek. And sometimes, we find ourselves in the stories we experience together…

R.R. Virdi’s THE DOORS OF MIDNIGHT Out Now in the UK!

Posted on Thursday, August 15th, 2024

THE DOORS OF MIDNIGHT, the second novel in R.R. Virdi‘s acclaimed Tales of Tremaine epic fantasy series, is out today in the UK! Published by Gollancz — in hardcover, eBook, and audiobook — here’s the synopsis…

Some stories are hidden for a reason. All tales have a price. And every debt must be paid.

I killed three men as a child and earned myself the name Bloodletter. Then I set fire to the fabled Ashram. I’ve been a bird and robbed a merchant king of a ransom of gold. And I have crossed desert sands and cutthroat alleys to repay my debt.

I’ve stood before the eyes of god, faced his judgement, and cast aside the thousand arrows that came with it. And I have passed through the Doors of Midnight and lived to tell the tale.

I have traded one hundred and one stories with a creature as old as time, and survived with only my cleverness, a candle, and a broken promise.

And most recently of all, I have killed a prince, though the stories say I have killed more than one.

My name is Ari. These are my legends.

And these are my lies.

The first book in the series, THE FIRST BINDING, is out now in paperback — also published by Gollancz.

Here are just a few of the many great reviews THE FIRST BINDING has received…

‘An ode to storytelling, complete with a rich mythology, turbulent adventures, and a flawed hero you’ll root for… Approached with patience, this epic fantasy will satisfy any fan of the genre.’ — Kirkus

‘THE FIRST BINDING is the first volume in a new magnificent and ambitious high fantasy series to obsess over.’ — Novel Notions

‘R.R. Virdi’s THE FIRST BINDING is engrossing and beautiful, joyous and painful—always entertaining, sometimes profound. This book makes me remember why I love epic fantasy.’ — Kevin J. Anderson, New York Times bestselling coauthor of Dune: House Atreides

‘Crafted with patience, passion, and most importantly, tremendous love. Read R.R. Virdi!’ — Jim Butcher, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Dresden Files

‘Virdi has created a rich world where he lays out his magic system thoroughly and requires his characters to work within it. This isn’t the magic of a chosen one, plucked out of obscurity and given a great power. No, this magic is work and was learned through sacrifice and necessity.’ — Booklist

‘[T]he pattern woven by the recurring elements is beguiling. You’ll want to sit down with this Storyteller again.’ — SFX Magazine

Zeno represents R.R. Virdi in the UK and Commonwealth, on behalf of the JABberwocky Literary Agency in New York.

Travis Baldree’s Книжки та кістяний пил Out Now in Ukrainian!

Posted on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

It’s a great day for Ukrainian fans of cosy fantasy: Книжки та кістяний пил by Travis Baldree is out now! The latest translated edition of the widely-acclaimed and internationally-bestselling BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST, it’s published in Ukraine by Артбукс (Artbooks). The novel was translated by Альона Крупка (Alyona Krupka). Here’s the synopsis…

Нова історія зі вже знайомого всесвіту Тревіса Болдрі!

Вів — молода войовнича орчиця. Проте її кар’єра у знаменитій ватазі найманців, Ворренових Воронів, зачинається не зовсім так, як хотілося б.

Переслідуючи могутню некромантку, Вів дістає поранення й опиняється на вимушених вакаціях у сонному приморському містечку Мурк. Що робитиме безталанна найманка, змушена тимчасово поміняти зброю на милицю?

Збувати час серед моря книжок, у товаристві гострої на язик книгарки — либонь, остання забава, що могла спасти Вів на думку. Проте саме цього потребували її душа й тіло. І саме таке дозвілля дало початок колосальним змінам у її житті.

Але й без пригод не обійшлося! Зіткнення з підозрілим чужинцем у сірих лахах, знайомство зі сварливою і амбітною гномкою, бурхливий курортний роман, навала озброєних шкелетів — виявляється, в Мурку не так уже й нудно!

Артбукс also publishes Travis’s debut, LEGENDS & LATTES in Ukraine, as Легенди та лате.

BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST is the prequel to Baldree’s equally-acclaimed and bestselling debut, LEGENDS & LATTES. Both novels are out now in the UK and North America, published by Tor Books.

Here’s the English-language synopsis for BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST…

A cosy fantasy about the power of good bookshops, great friends and the unexpected choices along the way.

First loves. Second-hand books. Epic adventures.

Sometimes, right things happen at the wrong time. Sometimes, what we need isn’t what we seek. And sometimes, we find ourselves in the stories we experience together…

WHERE IS ANYBODY? by Simon R Green is Out Today in the UK and North America!

Posted on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024

WHERE IS ANYBODY?, the fifth novel in Simon R. Green‘s acclaimed Gideon Sable urban fantasy series is out today in the UK and North America! Published by Severn House, here’s the synopsis…

Legendary master thief and conman Gideon Sable must pull off an impossible heist to save his partner’s life in this fast-paced supernatural thriller from New York Times bestselling British fantasy author Simon R. Green

Gideon Sable specializes in stealing the kind of things that can’t usually be stolen. But these days the legendary master thief is officially retired from the caper game. Now, instead of pulling off elaborate heists with his crew of supernatural specialists, he runs a magical shop in the heart of London with his partner Annie Anybody. Still, he can’t resist occasionally going out in the night to steal things when Annie’s not looking. For old times’ sake – and for the joy of the con.

But after one of his late-night illicit jaunts, Gideon returns to the shop to find that while he’s been stealing, someone else has been hard at work… stealing from him. I have taken Annie Anybody, reads the note on the countertop. If you ever want to see her again, you must find and steal Time’s Arrow. You have forty-eight hours.

Stealing the legendary Arrow isn’t a challenge; it’s certain death. But Gideon will stop at nothing to save Annie from their unknown enemy – with or without the help of his talented, terrifying former crew…

All of Green’s Gideon Sable novels (to date) are published in both the UK and North America by Severn House:

Here are just a few of the great reviews the series has received so far…

‘This novel by the author of the terrific Ishmael Jones series is a treat for anyone who relishes the blending of alternate-world fantasy, urban fantasy, and the caper novel. Exciting, witty, and stuffed full of fun.’ — Booklist on THE BEST THING YOU CAN STEAL

‘[Green] gives an urban fantasy twist to Oceans 11.’ — Publisher’s Weekly on THE BEST THING YOU CAN STEAL

‘This book is pure fun.’ — Grimdark Magazine on THE BEST THING YOU CAN STEAL

‘It’s a wonderfully imagined setting, which will be no surprise for those familiar with Green’s oeuvre. The Sable novels make perfect fare for fans of urban fantasy, thrillers, or caper novels (or, especially, blends of all three).’ — Booklist on A MATTER OF DEATH AND LIFE

‘I had a cracking good time with Gideon Sable and his more-misfit-than-usual crew as they took on Las Vegas. Calling this book a fantastic, slightly supernatural version of Ocean’s Eleven – complete with ALL the wisecracks – would be more accurate, and more fun, than anyone might have expected.’ — Reading Reality on A MATTER OF DEATH AND LIFE

‘[F]eatures a crew of criminals with hearts of gold and one of the snarkiest antiheroes to ever front an urban fantasy series, turning the murder and mayhem up to 11 while telling a story where disaster is always just on the other side of the door.’ — Library Journal on WHAT SONG THE SIRENS SANG

‘A blast for urban-fantasy readers looking for a broken fourth wall riddled with dry-witted commentary, evil getting its just deserts, and the good walking away to fight the good fight.’ — Library Journal on NOT OF THIS WORLD

‘His characters are full-bodied, and their alternate-world Britain setting is gripping… The story here (and in the previous three series installments) is so strong that it should satisfy even the most demanding of caper-novel devotees. Keep ’em coming!’ — Booklist on NOT OF THIS WORLD

Zeno represents Simon R. Green in the UK and North America, on behalf of the JABberwocky Literary Agency in New York.

THE TWIRLY WIGGLY DANCE by Farrah Riaz is Out Now!

Posted on Thursday, August 1st, 2024

THE TWIRLY WIGGLY DANCE by Farrah Riaz is out now! Published by OUP, here’s the synopsis…

A story about dancing to your own beat!

Little Intisar has a BIG job at her Auntie Mahira’s wedding: she’s going to dance in the group performance! But as Intisar struggles with getting the routine right, her family of movers and groovers come to the rescue to show her being herself is far more fun than being perfect.

The book, aimed at readers aged 3-5, is beautifully illustrated by Navya Raju. It will be available in print and as an eBook.

The book received quite a few great pre-publication reviews, and will only rack more. Here are just a few of the early responses…

‘Really fun and I loved the message of mistakes not being necessarily bad and embracing all our differences.’ — Alex Falase-Koya, author of Marv

‘Heartwarming, joyful and bursting with colour… makes you want to get up and dance!’ — Amy Sparkes, author of Ellie’s Magic Wellies and My Tree

‘A joyful story’ — Victoria Lee, Jericho Writers

‘Farrah Riaz has written an inspiring story about courage, determination, and celebrating our differences, that is sure to have you wanting to get up and try out your own special dance moves… Find out about the different types of ceremonies, the vibrant outfits, the use of henna, the wonderful decorations, and so much more in this heartwarming and insightful children’s picture book, beautifully illustrated by Navya Raju.’ — Paul Deslandes, children’s author

‘THE TWIRLY WIGGLY DANCE is a joyous, heart-felt celebration of just how brightly we can shine when we are brave enough to dance to our own beat. With beautiful lively illustrations by Navya Raju, this debut picture book from Farrah Riaz will inspire children to step into the spotlight and let their own unique talents sparkle!’ — Kate Thompson, Children’s Author

‘A wonderful story about learning to dance like no one is watching. You won’t be able to resist cheering on Intisar when the big day arrives!’ – Sam Clarke, author of Pink Trucks

‘Wiggle away those worries with this glorious, feelgood story tackling anxiety. Reassuringly relatable text, a vibrant South Asian wedding setting and a ‘be true to yourself’ message, make this an irresistible addition to any child’s bookshelf.’ — Mariesa Dulak, author of There’s a Tiger on the Train

‘This is a gorgeous book, beautifully written and illustrated. Intisar is such a fun, relatable character and a lovely reminder to be yourself and enjoy life!’ — Sital Gorasia Chapman, author of The Bedtime Boat

‘THE TWIRLY WIGGLY DANCE is a joyous celebration of families, traditions and being true to yourself! With loveable characters and vibrant illustrations, it reminds us all to find our own grooves and not to worry about being perfect. Gorgeous!’ — Robert Tregoning, author of The Dress in the Window

‘Farrah Riaz’s warm, child-centred debut picture book is a gentle story about nerves and anxiety with an uplifting conclusion about embracing imperfection and celebrating individuality. It’s a strong message, set against the gorgeous backdrop of a Muslim multicultural wedding, with beautiful and frequently funny illustrations from Navya Raju. I adored it.’ — Stephanie King, Megaphone