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Anne Lyle Part of Angry Robot’s Summer Invasion!

Posted on Monday, August 11th, 2014

We’re delighted to report that Anne Lyle is taking part in Angry Robot Books and Titan Books’ Summer Invasion event! Anne will be signing copies of her books, along with fellow Angry Robot authors (and Titan authors) at Forbidden Planet in London, on Wednesday 13th August, between 6-7pm.

Anne is the author of the critically-acclaimed Night’s Masque historical fantasy trilogy, published by Angry Robot Books – THE ALCHEMIST OF SOULS, THE MERCHANT OF DREAMS, and THE PRINCE OF LIES. In case you haven’t enjoyed the novels, yet, here’s the synopsis for the first book…

When Tudor explorers returned from the New World, they brought back a name out of half-forgotten Viking legend: skraylings. Red-sailed ships followed in the explorers’ wake, bringing Native American goods – and a skrayling ambassador – to London. But what do these seemingly magical beings really want in Elizabeth I’s capital?

Mal Catlyn, a down-at-heel swordsman, is seconded to the ambassador’s bodyguard, but assassination attempts are the least of his problems. What he learns about the skraylings and their unholy powers could cost England her new ally – and Mal Catlyn his soul.

Here’s some of the praise the trilogy has received…

‘An outstanding debut and Lyle is certainly a name to watch for the future. I thoroughly enjoyed it.’ — British Fantasy Society

‘A lively cast of actors and their down-at-the-heel associates contrasts neatly with mysterious powers and goals of the inhuman skraylings as a theatrical competition in the ambassador’s honor offers opportunities for both actors and assassins. With an effective mix of espionage, backstage drama, and mystery, Lyle provides compelling drama in an intriguing setting.’ — Publishers Weekly

‘This may be one of the best historical fiction/fantasy novels of 2012. Venice, Pirates, Skraylings, politics and some epic action scenes in sixteenth century Europe make sure that THE MERCHANT OF DREAMS is a worthy successor to THE ALCHEMIST OF SOULS.’ — The Founding Fields

‘… as exciting and action-packed as the previous two volumes, and it picks up all the loose threads that were left hanging at the end of THE MERCHANT OF DREAMS… I highly recommend this book, but don’t start here. Start with THE ALCHEMIST OF SOULS and read them in order or you’ll be floundering. For those that have followed the series so far, this is a tight conclusion…’ — Fantasy Faction on THE PRINCE OF LIES

‘A good ending to what will hopefully be the first of many trilogies from the author… The action sequences, though, are the best thing in the series, and PRINCE OF LIES continues that tradition… the explosive denouement of the novel is a skilled set piece of character beats, well described action, and exciting confrontations in an excellent location for action shenanigans. Its quite probably the best sequence in the entire trilogy.’ — SF Signal

Anne’s event marks the start of an event-heavy week for Zeno clients. Be sure to check back on other days for more updates and news.

Brandon Sanderson Signing at London’s Forbidden Planet on Monday!

Posted on Friday, August 1st, 2014

As part of the summer’s science fiction and fantasy extravaganza taking place in London, Forbidden Planet are hosting Brandon Sanderson for a signing this coming Monday, 4th August! The New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of the Stormlight Archives and the Mistborn novels is sure to be a big draw – so make sure you get there early!

NOTE: Brandon will be signing between 6-7pm – not 1-2pm, as stated on the poster above (it’s an older one).

Gollancz publish many of Brandon’s novels in the UK, including the Stormlight Archive – THE WAY OF KINGS and WORDS OF RADIANCE (with more to come), and the Mistborn novels – THE FINAL EMPIRE, THE WELL OF ASCENSION, THE HERO OF AGES, ALLOY OF LAW. Brandon’s next novel with Gollancz will be the Reckoners short story, MITOSIS (check back next week for more on this title). Tor Books recently published THE RITHMATIST, the first in a YA series.

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

Tim Powers & James Blaylock at Forbidden Planet Photos

Posted on Wednesday, November 20th, 2013

At the end of October and beginning of November, Zeno clients Tim Powers and James P. Blaylock were over in the UK for the first time in a number of years. While in London, Tim and Jim, as well as K.W. Jeter, were hosted by Forbidden Planet for a Masters of Steampunk event on October 26th. With the calm now settled post-WFC, and because we like to share evidence of our authors out in the world, we thought we’d post a couple of pictures from the event…

The Three Masters of Steampunk – K.W. Jeter, Tim Powers, and James P. Blaylock

The Mega-Signing

While in the UK, Tim was also awarded a Children of the Night Award by the Dracula Society, for his novel HIDE ME AMONG THE GRAVES

[Photo Credits: Serena Powers]

Freda Warrington will be signing at Forbidden Planet this weekend…

Posted on Wednesday, May 8th, 2013

We are delighted to announce that, to celebrate the release of Freda Warrington‘s newly re-issued and repackaged A TASTE OF BLOOD WINE, Freda will be visiting Forbidden Planet in London on Saturday 11th May (between 4-5pm) to sign copies of the book.

First published in 1992, there has been a great buzz surrounding the Titan re-releases. In addition, fans will be happy to learn that a new, never-before-published fourth book in the series, THE DARK ARTS OF BLOOD, is due to be published in October 2014.

‘Not merely one of the finest fantasy novels of recent years, but one of the finest ever. Should not be missed.’ — Brian Stableford

‘Throbs with lush romanticism.’ — The Times

‘… a really, really splendid read… Freda Warrington is like a cross between Anne Rice and Kim Newman – she has the sweep of one, the cleverness of the other. Titan will be reissuing the other titles in the series throughout the year, and they’re not to be missed.’ — Starburst

Here’s the synopsis…

1918. A First World War battlefield becomes the cosmic battleground for two vampires, as Karl von Wultendorf struggles to free himself from his domineering maker, Kristian.

1923. Charlotte Neville watches as her father, a Cambridge professor, fills Parkland Hall with guests for her sister Madeleine’s 18th birthday party. Among them is his handsome new research assistant Karl – the man Madeleine has instantly decided will be her husband. Charlotte, shy and retiring, is happy to devote her life to her father and her dull fiance Henry – until she sees Karl…

For Charlotte, it is the beginning of a deadly obsession that sunders her from her sisters, her father and even her dearest friend. As their feverish passion grows, Karl faces the dilemma he fears the most. Only by deserting Charlotte can his passion for her blood be conquered. Only by betraying her can he protect her from the terrifying attentions of Kristian – for Kristian has decided to teach Karl a lesson in power, by devouring Charlotte.

A TASTE OF BLOOD WINE (May 2013) and A DANCE IN BLOOD VELVET (October 2013)