Author Archive
The Biggest Awards in Literature
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A big thanks to elquesogrande of reddit/r/Fantasy for putting together the contest and the fantastic prize. And of course — thanks to all of you who voted so I could win the prize!
The Blinding Knife in Poland: Oślepiający nóż
by CAPSLOCK
Oślepiający nóż, the Polish translation of The Blinding Knife, is set to be released on March 20, 2013. The translator is the excellent Małgorzata Strzelec, who has translated all of Brent’s books into Polish.
Here’s the cover, and you can pre-order HERE.
Bestseller in Germany
by CAPSLOCK
We’re excited to announce that DIE BLENDENDE KLINGE (The Blinding Knife) is a bestseller in Germany. A big thanks to all the fans who bought the book!
For those who read German, the official announcement is at left. (Oh, and if you haven’t picked up the book yet and would like to, go HERE to order.)
Writing Advice: How to Write Bad Guys
What? Were you asleep during Postmodernism 101? There are no bad guys, there are only different points of view. Sheesh.
Oh? You’re serious? Fine. Go HERE.
The Blinding Knife In Trade Paperback
by CAPSLOCK
Actually, both The Black Prism and The Blinding Knife are scheduled to be released in trade paperback. The Black Prism trade paperback will be released on July 23, 2013 and The Blinding Knife trade paperback will be released on August 27, 2013.
Check out the new cover for The Black Prism!
(Character Photos by Shirley Green, Photo Illustrations by Silas Manhood, Cover Designs by Lauren Panepinto.)
Also, new poll!
The Blinding Knife… in German
by CAPSLOCK
The Blinding Knife (Die Blendende Klinge) is available today in Germany and German-language markets!
Go HERE for links to purchase from your preferred German retailer.
And if you read German, here’s the blurb, which…eh, may be spoilery:
Sein Leben ist eine Lüge, seine Macht geraubt.
Gavin Guile stirbt. Der hoch geehrte Lord Prisma glaubte, er hätte noch fünf Jahre zu leben – doch jetzt bleibt ihm nicht mal mehr eines. Viel zu wenig Zeit, um auch nur seine drängendsten Probleme zu lösen: Denn die alten Götter werden wiedergeboren und setzen sich an die Spitze einer unbesiegbaren Armee, die Tausende von verängstigten Flüchtlingen vor sich hertreibt. Gavins einzige Chance, dem tödlichen Chaos Einhalt zu gebieten, könnte ausgerechnet sein Bruder sein – dessen Leben er vor sechzehn Jahren raubte …
(Also, new poll!)
Lightbringer Loot!
by CAPSLOCK
If you’re interested in GraphicAudio’s dramatic audio performance of The Black Prism or The Blinding Knife, note that GraphicAudio is giving away some swag! Those who purchase any 3 titles (by which we believe they mean any 3 tracks — we have an email in and will update asap) in the Lightbringer Series will receive a free T-Shirt and cast autographed poster of the GraphicAudio cover illustration of The Black Prism (go HERE to purchase and HERE for more details about the giveaway).
There is a limited quantity of items available for giveaway, so don’t delay!
Graphic Novel Update
By CAPSLOCK
Though he can’t share the images with you yet, Brent wanted to let you all know: he has just received rough draft sketches of the characters for The Way of Shadows graphic novel. They are awesome.
We will keep you updated as things progress!
(Also, new poll!)
The Big List: Potential 2013 Hugo Award works by r/Fantasy authors
by CAPSLOCK
Over at the Fantasy subreddit, they’ve put together a fantastic list of authors who are eligible to be nominated for the 2013 Hugo Awards and the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer. Yes, Brent is included! Curious about the Hugo Award and/or WorldCon? Check it out HERE.