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JABberwocky Literary , Inc. Est. 1994 RIGHTS CATALOG 2021 Table of Contents Table of Contents

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Tim Akers...... ...... 30 Dan Moren...... Science ...... 34 Robert Asprin...... Fantasy...... 71 Silvia Moreno-Garcia...... ...... 8 Stephen Blackmoore...... Fantasy...... 33 Ryan O’Nan...... ...... 88 Michael Blake...... Literary Fiction...... 52 Adam Oyebanji...... Science Fiction...... 92 Desirina Boskovich...... Nonfiction...... 11 Stuart Palmer...... Mystery...... 71 K.F. Breene...... Fantasy...... 32 Suzanne Palmer...... Science Fiction...... 19 Marie Brennan...... Fantasy...... 13-14 Aki Peritz...... Nonfiction...... 86 Peter V. Brett...... Fantasy...... 22-25 ...... Mystery...... 77 Campbell...... Science Fiction...... 36-38 Ben Riggs...... Nonfiction...... 94 Lisbeth Campbell...... Fantasy...... 16 ...... Times Bestseller...... 56-69 M.A. Carrick...... Fantasy...... 15 Joanna Campbell ..... Mystery...... 48 ...... Anthology...... 39 Michael J. Sullivan...... Fantasy...... 26-27 Coming Soon...... 85-95 Denise Grover Swank...... Women’s Fiction, Romance...... 49,51 Suyi Davies Okungbowa.Fantasy...... 7 ...... 80-85 Emmeline Duncan...... Mystery...... 44 Zac Topping...... Science Fiction...... 95 Randee Dawn...... Fantasy...... 93 Elaine Viets...... Mystery...... 46 Frederic S. Durbin...... Literary Fiction...... 53 R.R. Virdi...... Fantasy...... 31,91 K. Eason...... Science Fiction, Fantasy...... 21,90 ...... Science Fiction, Fantasy...... 40-41 David Louis Edelman...... Science Fiction...... 78 Allison Epstein...... ...... 9 Alex Erickson...... Mystery...... 45 GLOBAL PARTNERS Christine Gael...... Women’s Fiction...... 49-50 Carolina Garcia-Aguilera Mystery...... 47 Kelly Garrett...... Mystery...... 44 ...... Fantasy...... 79 J.T. Greathouse...... Fantasy...... 87 Albania–Anthea Agency Poland–Book/lab Baltics–Nurnberg Associates Portugal–International Editors’ Simon R. Green...... Fantasy/Mystery, Fantasy...... 28-29,79 Brazil–Tassy Barham Associates Co|Yañez Hall of Fame Index...... 70 China–The Grayhawk Agency Romania–International Copyright ...... Thriller, New York Times Bestseller...... 18,54-55 Croatia–Katai & Bolza Agency Ltd. ...... Horror, Nonfiction...... 6,12 Czech Republic– –Alexander Korzhenevski Jim Hines...... Science Fiction...... 35 Krisin Olson Literary Agency Agency Mitchell Hogan...... Fantasy...... 42-43 France– –Sebes & Bisseling Del Howison...... Mystery...... 37 Agence Littéraire Eliane Benisti Literary Agency – Serbia–Katai & Bolza Ren Hutchings...... Science Fiction...... 89 Paul & Peter Fritz Agency Slovakia–Krisin Olson Literary R. A. Lafferty...... Science Fiction...... 72 Greece–Read n’ Right Agency Corry L. Lee...... Fantasy...... 17 Hungary–Katai & Bolza Slovenia–Katai & Bolza Mary Soon Lee...... Poetry...... 10 Indonesia–The Grayhawk –International Editors’ Meyer Levin...... Mystery...... 74 Agency Co|Yañez H. P. Lovecraft...... Horror...... 73 Israel–TheBook Publishers –The Grayhawk Agency Michael Mammay...... Science Fiction...... 20,96 Association of Israel Thailand–The Grayhawk Agency Japan–TheEnglish Agency Ltd. UK–Zeno Nick Martell...... Fantasy...... 4-5 Korea–The Danny Hong Agency Ukraine–Alexander Korzhenevski Shannon Mayer...... Fantasy...... 32 The –Sebes & Agency ...... Fantasy, Science Fiction...... 75-76 Bisseling Literary Agency Vietnam–The Grayhawk Agency 2 3 Nick Martell Fantasy Fantasy Nick Martell FRONTLIST The Mercenary King series The Mercenary King series Michael Kingman has grown up in a city The Hollows is gripped in unrest and on where magic costs memories, the truth is the brink of civil war as an insurgency of dictated by those in charge, and the sounds anarchists rise, and brother and sister vie of from a rebel attack or the falling for the throne in the second in the moon have become commonplace. Last in critically hailed Legacy of the Mercenary the legendary line of Kingman, son of a King series. disgraced nobleman, Michael is standing trial for regicide himself and is prepared to Total advances for the series are over risk every last shred of memory to prove his $250,000. father was not a murderer—and to protect his family at any cost. German rights sold at auction to in a five-figure deal! OF LIARS (#1) Rights sold: THE TWO-FACED QUEEN (#2) Czech Rep.–Euromedia “Martell’s taut, clever debut tells of rebellion and Germany–Blanvalet regicide in a world where the use of magic comes “Powered by an impressively large cast of well-developed characters, immersive Poland–MAG UK–Gollancz at the cost of one’s memories...This smart, briskly worldbuilding, a multitapestried narrative that adeptly weaves together numerous US–, Recorded told entertains all the way until the storylines, and an abundance of jaw-dropping plot twists, this novel also works on a World Eng. Audio unexpected end.” more sublime, symbolic level...Simply put, this series is a masterclass in grand-scale (Dramatic)–Graphic Audio –Publishers Weekly storytelling. The of epic fantasy is here—and this saga is .” “An obvious strength of this novel is Martell’s worldbuilding prowess as well as his –Kirkus, Starred review! utilization of magic, which is subtle but powerful...An impressive fantasy debut that “As Michael’s own knowledge expands, Martell weaves in hints about the broader creates a solid foundation for a much larger narrative to come.” world, offering the possibility of future books in this inventive fantasy setting.” –Kirkus –Booklist “Martell’s portrayal of his protagonist’s growth, from a cocksure chancer to a “A masterpiece. A true masterpiece... action, gripping drama, and so mature adult sobered by his discoveries, is just as impressive as the twisty plot.” many secrets.” – –FanFi Addict “THE KINGDOM OF LIARS is an enthralling debut that melded intriguing “For readers who love the intrigue and widening scope of epic fantasy like mysteries, shocking revelations, costly magic, and deeply strong familial themes Sanderson’s Mistborn and Week’s The Black Prism, this is your next must-read into its narrative.” fantasy series.” –Novel Notions –The Binding “An excellent fantasy debut, with engaging worldbuilding and a good mix between “A solid book from a solid writer.” action and character. I thoroughly enjoyed the novel, and look forward to –The Farewell Scene following Nick’s sure-to-be lengthy writing career.” –Brandon Sanderson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Mistborn, The “THE TWO-FACED QUEEN delivers everything an awesome sequel should, Stormlight Archive, and the Skyward series far surpassing the first while expanding on the world in surprising and often gut- wrenching ways. Make sure it’s on your radars!” “A symphony of loyalty, greed, family, and betrayal set in an innovative culture!” –Jeremy Szal, author of Stormblood –Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Tempests and Slaughter BOOK #3 FORTHCOMING MAY 2022 FROM Winner—2020 Earphones Award SAGA & GOLLANCZ 4 5 Grady Hendrix Horror Fantasy Suyi Davies Okungbowa FRONTLIST THE The Nameless Republic Trilogy SUPPORT GROUP Award-winning author Suyi Davies An homage to slasher which follows six Okungbowa begins a thrilling African- women who belong to a survivor’s support inspired new epic fantasy series featuring group, each having survived a violent conquest, buried histories, and maniac. Now, two decades later, the women forbidden magic. are struggling to move past their trauma and (#1) decided whether it’s best to disband their SON OF THE STORM support group entirely. “Gripping...This series starter promises more good things to come.” When a mysterious killer starts killing them –Publishers Weekly off one by one, it’s up to Lynette, one of the more paranoid support group members, to “A mesmerizing coming of age tale set against a use her survival skills to stop the killer and thrilling, fantastical adventure that introduces Rights sold: save her friends. a beguiling new world...and then rips apart Brazil–Intrinseca everything you think you know.” Rights sold: /TV–Annapurna THE FINAL GIRL SUPPORT GROUP is a –S. A. Chakraborty, author of City of Brass World Eng.–Orbit Italy–Mondadori book about trauma and finding the strength Poland–Zysk “Okungobwa’s richly-drawn and ruthlessly strict world never provides its conflicted UK–, WF Howes to move on, perfect for fans of horror and characters with easy answers. Fantastical beasts and forgotten magic propel a story US–Ace, Penguin Audio admirers of kickass women. about ambition, conspiracy, and the elusiveness of belonging. This is epic fantasy “A wildly entertaining romp through the conventions of horror’s that will make you think and leave you unsettled.” subgenre…Hendrix masterfully evokes the paranoid existences of his diverse cast... –Fonda Lee, -winning author of The result is a wonderfully suspenseful and darkly comic novel that cleverly subverts “Masterful, fully-realized worldbuilding, morally complex characters, thoughtful . Horror fans will be wowed.” and piercing interrogations of power, privilege, and all the facets of human nature.” –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! –Jenn Lyons, author of The Ruin of Kings “[An] entertaining, fast-paced, and darkly humorous novel that reads like a sequel “Okungbowa’s world feels fully formed from the first pages, sweeping readers away to a spooky ‘80s horror flick.” into an elaborately plotted tale of ancient magics and world-shattering politics. I, –Booklist like many others, will be impatiently waiting for the next installment.” “A bloody and grotesque but ultimately entertaining and inspiring take on horror –Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter movies, trauma, and self-determination.” “An original and fascinating epic fantasy full of bold characters, bloody action and –Kirkus brutal politics.” “THE FINAL GIRL SUPPORT GROUP sizzles with action, originality, and a –James , author of The Shadow of What Was gleaming concept sharp as a scalpel.” –Charlaine Harris, #1 New York Times bestselling author SON OF THE STORM was listed on “Most Anticipated” lists from “A crazy emotional roller coaster ride that took me right back to 1980, but it needs LitHub, Greatest, Five Books, Den of Geek, The , Winter is a warning label: may cause severe anxiety, suggest reading with CBD and a glass of wine.” Coming, Fantasy Hive, Goodreads, BookBub, Tor.com, and –Adrienne King, actress, artist, Friday the 13th’s 1st Final Girl The Nerd Daily. Hendrix is the winner of the 2018 Bram Stoker Award FORTHCOMING FROM ACE JULY 2021 BOOKS #2-3 UNDER CONTRACT 6 7 Silvia Moreno-Garcia Thriller Historical Fiction Allison Epstein FRONTLIST

Silvia Moreno-Garcia is the A TIP FOR THE HANGMAN bestselling and multi-award-winning Allison’s masterpiece debut, A TIP author of Mexican Gothic and FOR THE HANGMAN, is a historical Gods of Jade and Shadow. thriller that follows the fictional life of Mexican Gothic ran for 31 weeks on the Christopher Marlowe as a spy for Queen Elizabeth. Thrillingly written, full of Los Angeles Times bestseller list, 9 weeks poetry and danger, the book brings an on bestseller list, and unforgettable protagonist to new life, and was a finalist for the Nebula, Evergreen, makes a centuries-old story feel utterly and Bram Stoker Awards. contemporary. Fans of daring espionage, Gods of Jade and Shadow was a finalist for political intrigue, and forbidden romances the Lolly and Goodreads Choice Awards. will enjoy.

UNTAMED SHORE Featured on multiple “Highly Anticipated”

Rights sold: Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s first thriller weaves lists from the Tribune, Rights sold: Turkey–Ithaki a blazing novel of with an Barnes & Noble’s Book Blog, and more. US– US–Polis seaside setting and a literary edge that World Eng. Audio– Recorded proves her a master of her craft. “A TIP FOR THE HANGMAN presents Marlowe as supremely capable, something of a , a consummate liar, a fiendish lover — and someone “This thriller sets a quiet before building slowly and evenly, showing how a meek capable of murder well before his own disputed demise[...] The suspense is palpable, teenager trapped by circumstance grows into a strong woman who takes control of as is the sense of doom, as Marlowe finds himself in thrall to a devil’s bargain and her future.” his own inner . Epstein breathes life into a celebrated figure, which makes –Library Journal, Starred review! his demise all the more abrupt and horrific.” –The New York Times “This insightful look at criminal life from the viewpoint of a sardonic yet lonely soul seems destined for more plaudits.” “Epstein’s diverting debut gallivants through Elizabethan England. A fun escapade.” –Booklist, Starred review! –Publishers Weekly Also from Silvia Moreno-Garcia: “Thrilling and romantic…Epstein successfully evokes both the beauty and the brutality of 16th-century England.” RETURN OF THE SORCERESS –Historical Novel Book Society “Bestseller Moreno-Garcia (Mexican Gothic) packs an impressive “[A] fun, irreverent debut…Epstein presents Marlowe’s story here as the playwright plot into limited space in this dark sword-and-sorcery secondary may have told it himself: full of adventure, fun…and murder.” world fantasy.… This well-plotted zips along with the darkly –Book Riot fascinating Yalxi at the helm.” “A TIP FOR THE HANGMAN is simultaneously moving, unsettling, hilarious, –Publishers Weekly and tragic--a debut that will linger long after the last page is turned.” –Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Network “The book is this rich, elaborate symphony of awesome that defies “Stunning. With wit and humor, Epstein expertly weaves in social, simple definitions.” political and religious details, creating a compelling and evocative story that soars. Fans of thrilling historical fiction will be highly engaged by this fast-paced read.” –Kirkus –Susanna Calkins, author of the award-winning Lucy Campion Winner—2016 Copper Cylinder Award historical mysteries

8 9 Mary Soon Lee Poetry Nonfiction Desirina Boskovich FRONTLIST HAIKU LOST TRANSMISSIONS

Featured on and on the In this bible of science fiction and fantasy’s best kept secrets, Desirina Boskovich has How Stuff Worksand International Year of the compiled a collection of essays that delve Periodic Table official websites. into the best examples of lost, overlooked, or uncompleted works in the . Originally appearing in Science magazine, “The intelligently curated selection of topics mixes this collection of haiku inspired by the some pretty well-known icons with some out-of- periodic table of elements features original, left-field wonders...There’s plenty here to intrigue imaginative poems. Packed with wit, and enlighten.” whimsy, and real science credentials, each –The Washington Post haiku celebrates the cosmic poetry behind “LOST TRANSMISSIONS may be the single each element, while accompanying notes most perfect book about science fiction Rights sold: ever written.” World Eng.–Abrams Rights sold: reveal the fascinating facts that Russia–Eksmo World Eng.–Ten Speed inform it. A perfect gift book. –The Chronicle

Hydrogen: Featured contributors include , Grady Hendrix, Jeff “Your single proton VanderMeer, , Mark Oshiro, and more. Fundamental, essential. Water. Life. Star fuel.” “This trove of secrets...is like a into science fiction’s inner “Whether you’re looking for an out-of-the-box way to memorize the elements or are sanctum.” just in the mood for some creative poetry, Lee’s haiku...make for a fun read.” –Kirkus –Mental Floss “[LOST TRANSMISSIONS offers] excellent examinations of the genres while “Mary Soon Lee walks the balance between information and artistry perfectly. shedding a bit of light on parts of their history that aren’t often illuminated.” Her poems are graceful, humorous and fascinating, sometimes all three in a single –Barnes & Noble’s Sci Fi & Fantasy Blog haiku...ELEMENTAL HAIKU is a special alchemy of poetry and science that “A delightful potpourri of 80 essays and interviews on all manner of demonstrates something that’s easily forgotten: that these chemical elements are things imaginary.” more than just symbols in squares on a table.” –Locus –The Sciku Project “The essays are accessible and engaging...there’s a veritable treasure trove to “Science-minded poetry lovers—and poetry-loving science minds—will relish this be found.” little collection…ELEMENTAL HAIKU is a whimsical, wondrous delight!” –AC Wise, finalist for the –Bas Bleu

Lee is the winner of the Elgin and Rhysling Awards for poetry. Featured in Wired magazine on reclaiming Lee’s work has appeared in Analog, Asimov’s, and more. science fiction’s lost history. A NEW VOLUME OF ASTRONOMY-BASED POETRY, HOW TO NAVIGATE OUR UNIVERSE, FORTHCOMING 10 11 Grady Hendrix Nonfiction Fantasy Marie Brennan FRONTLIST DRIFTWOOD Hendrix’s books have sold in over 18 The first novel set in award-winning author territories including Brazil, Poland, Italy, Marie Brennan’s Driftwood fantasy universe. Germany, Korea, Spain, Turkey, and Romania. The book takes place in a post-apocalyptic realm where the apocalypse has not ended, and where fragments of worlds cohere into THESE FISTS BREAK BRICKS shifting . Fame is rare in the land of Driftwood—it’s hard to get From exemplary storyteller Grady Hendrix, famous when people don’t survive long enough for THESE FISTS BREAK BRISKS features people to be known. But many know the guide, Last, an exciting and informative in-depth a one-blooded survivor who has seen his world end exploration of how Kung Fu Fever swept many lifetimes ago. Within the Shreds, a rumor goes cinemas and changed the world. around that Last has died. Drifters come together to Rights sold: This richly illustrated tour covers The Green commemorate him. But who really was Last? Lying Rights sold: US–Mondo Hornet through Five Fingers of Death, liar, or heroic savior? A mercenary, a charlatan, a World Eng.–Tachyon, Tantor UK–Rebellion ? A man, an immortal—perhaps even a god? Poland–Zysk World Eng. Audio.– Bruce Lee to Jackie Chan, Super to Recorded Master Killer, and everything in-between. Featured on “Best Of” and “Most Anticipated” lists from Kirkus, Library When a major studio released Five Fingers of Death to thrill-seeking Times Square moviegoers, only a handful of audience members knew the difference between Journal, Worlds in Ink, Theaker’s Quarterly Fiction, and more. an Iron Fist and an Eagle’s Claw. That changed overnight as kung fu movies kicked off “Exploring found family, adaptation, and hope in the face of apocalypse, Brennan a craze that would earn millions at the box office, reshape the style of action we see in imbues this high-concept fantasy with a strong emotional core. Fantasy fans will movies today, and introduce some of the biggest non-white stars to ever hit screens. be thrilled.” This lavishly illustrated book tells the riveting story of how these films of fury raised –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! hell for years before greed, infomercials, and racist fearmongering shut them down. “An exciting delve into a conglomerate land filled with magic and mystery.” You’ll meet Japanese judo coaches battling American wrestlers in backwoods MMA –Kirkus, Starred review! bouts at county fairs, black teenagers with razor sharp kung fu skills heading to Hong “DRIFTWOOD is epic in scale, and yet rooted in satisfying detail, full of possibility Kong to star in movies shot super fast so they can make it back to the States in time to and wonder.” start 10th grade, and Puerto Rican karate coaches making their way in this world with –Booklist, Starred review! nothing but their own two fists. “Brennan has crafted a gorgeous, poignant apocalypse...Each of the diaspora she’s It’s a battle for recognition and respect that started a long, long time ago and depicted are richly imagined, complex, and compelling.” continues today in movies like The , Kill Bill, and Black Panther and here, for –Beneath Ceaseless Skies the first time, is the full uncensored story. “The world building is excellent...a book.” Hendrix is a multi-title New York Times bestselling author. His repetoire –Book Lovers’ Boudoir include breakout masterpieces such as My Best Friend’s Exorcism, “DRIFTWOOD is the kind of weirdness [readers will] adore in fiction.” Horrorstör, Paperbacks , and The Southern Book Club’s –A Bookish Type Guide to Slaying . “Between the extremely original world building, effective story telling and fantastic writing [readers will be] spellbound by DRIFTWOOD.” FORTHCOMING FROM MONDO SEPTEMBER 2021 –Looking Glass Reads

12 13 Marie Brennan Fantasy Fantasy M.A. Carrick FRONTLIST The Memoirs of Lady Trent The Rook and Rose Series This companion novel to The Memoirs An unmissable fantasy collaboration by of Lady Trent is a delightful fantasy of two renowned authors in which a con manners and the perfect entry into her artist returns to the city that betrayed her, alternate Victorian-esque landscape. determined to have her revenge—only to TURNING DARKNESS find that her fate might be to save it. INTO LIGHT (A) THE MASK OF MIRRORS (#1) “[Marie Brennan is] one of the contemporary masters of lit...TURNING DARKNESS M. A. Carrick is the joint pen name of INTO LIGHT works beautifully as a standalone Marie Brennan novel for newcomers to her elaborate, dragon- centric world.” (Memoirs of Lady Trent, Onyx Court, –NPR Driftwood, etc.) &

Alyc Helms Rights sold: Rights sold: Other titles in this series: World Eng.–Orbit France–L’Atalante (The Adventures of Mr. Mystic) Germany–Amigo Grafik A NATURAL HISTORY OF (#1) “For those who like their revenge plots served with the intrigue of The Poland–Zysk, Storytel Romania–Nemira THE TROPIC OF SERPENTS (#2) Emperor, the colonial conflict of The City of Brass, the panache of Swordspoint, and Russia–AST the richly detailed settings of .” Thailand–Tathata*** VOYAGE OF THE BASILISK (#3) –Booklist, Starred review! UK–Titan UK Audio–WF Howes IN THE LABYRINTH OF DRAKES (#4) “Marie Brennan and Alyc Helms, writing as Carrick, join forces to launch...a tightly US–Tor WITHIN THE SANCTUARY OF WINGS (#5) laced plot dripping with political intrigue. Carrick has built a strong foundation for things to come.” –Publishers Weekly Nominated— for Best Series “THE MASK OF MIRRORS is an excellent fantasy novel. The characters are fun, Finalist—World Fantasy Award for Best Novel the setting is magnificent, and the writing is smart and accessible.” –Los Angeles Review of Books “Brennan’s world-building is wonderfully subtle, rendering a land alien with casual details. Fans of fantasy, science, and history will adore this rich and “Lush, engrossing, and full of mystery and dark magic, THE MASK OF MIRRORS absorbing tale of discovery.” is sure to please fantasy readers looking to dial up the intrigue... The richness –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! of Nadezra—the class systems, the detail with which things like clothing are rendered—is a joy, but the story itself also brims with intrigue, wonder and real “Though dragons may not exist in our own world’s history, it is certain that the pain. Jump in and get swept away.” struggles of women like Trent do, and Brennan captures both with equal elegance.” –BookPage –Shelf Awareness, Starred review! “THE MASK OF MIRRORS, by M.A. Carrick (Marie Brennan and Alyc Helms) is “Vigorous and absorbing.” a novel of complex plot and rich characterization that does just what you want a first –Kirkus novel in a series to do: arrive at a strong resolution while also leaving you eager to see “It is a pleasure to go on another adventure with Lady Trent.” what happens next… The authors have woven a rich tapestry of plot and character, –Library Journal and I’m hoping not to have to wait too long to see the rest of it unfold.” – English language sales are over 140,000 copies! BOOKS #2-3 UNDER CONTRACT TO ORBIT

14 15 Lisbeth Campbell Fantasy Fantasy Corry L. Lee FRONTLIST THE VANISHED QUEEN The Bourshkanya Trilogy

Set in a world where resistance is as Corry L. Lee’s stunning series combines dangerous as it is important, The Vanished rich, Russian-inspired worldbuilding and Queen is a tale of the courage and sacrifice it passionate characters struggling to find their requires to take on a tyrant. place in the world. THE STORM’S BETRAYAL (#2) When a country is held in thrall to a vicious, despotic king, it’s up to one woman to take him down. Years Empire. Revolution. Magic. Gerrit is the son of ago, the kingdom’s beloved queen disappeared, Bourshkanya’s Supreme-General. Despite his powerful but Anza has found the missing queen’s diary. storm-affinity and the State’s best training, he can’t Impassioned by her father’s unjust execution and control his magic. To escape the brutal consequences, inspired by the queen’s words, she joins the resistance he runs. Celka is a traveling circus performer, hiding group to overthrow the king. When an encounter both her link to the underground and her storm- affinity from the prying eyes of the secret police. But with Prince Esvar thrusts her into a dangerous game Rights sold: Rights sold: Gerrit’s arrival threatens to expose everything: her World Eng.– World Eng.–Saga of court politics. magic, her family, and the people they protect. The Solaris, Recorded Esvar is the second son to an evil king and his chance meeting with Anza gives him storms have returned, and everything will change. Italy–Multiplayer the opportunity to join the resistance. Together, they may have the leverage to move against the king—but if they fail, their deaths could mean oppression for generations Winner— Contest for “Shutdown” to follow. Other titles in this series: Campbell is a member of Science Fiction Writers of America. She has an MFA in Fiction Writing and a Ph.D. in English literature. WEAVE THE LIGHTNING (#1) “Lee’s novel WEAVE THE LIGHTNING is an electrifying debut (pardon the pun) “Campbell’s debut is filled with political intrigue, personal anguish, and family that infuses magical resistance with a Russian flair.” ties that bind. The prose moves smoothly through the alternating points of view of –Lightspeed Magazine Mirantha, Anza, and Esvar, building well-rounded characters approaching the eve “Lee offers up wonderful worldbuilding...against a Russian backdrop that cleverly of revolution.” instills an atmosphere and underlying threat that helps to carry the tension of our –Library Journal, Starred review! protagonists’ precarious situations.” “Campbell skillfully balances action and introspection as rebellion rises against an – oppressive regime in this promising epic fantasy debut.” “Focused and honed as a lightning strike, beautifully balanced and directed...a –Publishers Weekly cutting story of revolution, rebellion, romance, and the sort of strange sorcery we “Campbell spends time developing each character and slowly builds in political don’t see very often.” intrigue with a touch of romance, which all lead to a very satisfying climax and –Seanan McGuiree, New York Times Bestselling Author conclusion. [THE VANISHED QUEEN] is one of the best epic I’ve read “A sweeping epic of romance, revolution, elegant strangeness, and elemental magic.” in a long time.” –Jason Heller, author of Strange Stars –Buzzfeed “This story leaves all the normal story elements behind to give the reader a fresh “With engaging and deep writing, the themes presented in the book being relevant look at a new world and story.” and resonant, and strong characterization, THE VANISHED QUEEN is a very –Premee Mohamed, author of Beaneath the Rising potent fantasy novel.” –Nerd of a Feather BOOK #3 FORTHCOMING 16 17 Charlaine Harris Thriller Science Fiction Suzanne Palmer FRONTLIST The Gunnie Rose Series The Finder Chronicles From an Asimov-, Analog-, and Hugo Award- A USA Today Bestseller! winning author comes an action-packed Magic abounds in this compulsively readable sci-fi caper starring Fergus Ferguson, , but very few people trust it, interstellar repo man and professional especially not Lizbeth Rose, a gunslinger hired finder. As a professional finder, Fergus is to help two Russian wizards find an elusive hired to locate missing objects and steal target in order to help save their Tsar’s life. them back. But his job is rarely so simple. THE SCAVENGER DOOR (#3) THE RUSSIAN CAGE (#3) Fergus is back on Earth at last, trying to figure out “Mixing in tidbits of real history with her own how to live a normal life. However, it seems the fictitious saga, the imaginative Harris creates an universe has other plans for him. When his cousin absorbing modern fantasy steeped in thoughtful action in THE RUSSIAN CAGE.” sends him off to help out a friend, Fergus accidentally –Sun stumbles across a piece of an ancient alien artifact that Rights sold: Other titles in this series: some very powerful people seem to think means the Poland–MAG, Storytel entire solar system is in danger. And since he found it, World Eng.–DAW, AN EASY DEATH (#1) Blackstone they’re certain it’s also his problem to deal with. A LONGER FALL (#2) Other titles in this series: “Harris’s vividly detailed story will leave readers enthralled with the fascinating setting and a heroine who’s sure to be a new fan favorite.” FINDER (#1) –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! DRIVING THE DEEP (#2) “Alluringly gritty.” “A nonstop SF thrill ride until the very last page.” –TIME –Kirkus “It’s a thrill ride through a world transformed by magic and altered politics, with an “Palmer makes short-distance space travel feel as comfortable as riding a bicycle, excellent kick-ass guide in Gunnie Rose, making this a strong start to a new series.” and concludes this entertaining caper with a clever resolution and a hint of intrigue. Fans of space adventure will find this a fine example of the form.” –Locus –Publishers Weekly “Harris has a remarkable talent for world building…another winning series from a “FINDER will serve as a...talisman and touchstone for future generations of sure-bet author.” lucky readers.” –Booklist –Locus BOOKS #4-5 UNDER CONTRACT TO SAGA & PIATKUS “[FINDER] will please anyone who embraces outer-space yarns.” TIME’s 10 Best Fantasy Books of 2018 –Library Journal Publishers Weekly’s Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2018 “Mysterious aliens, interesting and very sticky characters, strong worldbuilding of a Barnes & Noble’s Favorite Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books of 2018 complex solar system, and very strong writing .” –Tor.com Rights sold: Spain–Hidra, Recorded Film/TV-Anonymous*** Turkey–Artemis Featured on “Most Anticipated” and “Best of” lists from Kirkus, io9, Germany–Feder & Schwert*** UK–Piatkus Poland–MAG US–Saga, Recorded Tor.com, The Verge, Washington Independent, and more.

18 more Harris on pages 54-55 19 Michael Mammay Science Fiction Science Fiction K. Eason FRONTLIST

Over 90,000 copies sold! The Thorne Chronicles Hit #1 in Amazon’s Military Sci-Fi meets The Princess Bride in category and named one of Library this duology. Eason weaves Journal’s Best Books of 2018. a refreshing tale of resistance and self- determination, showing how, with enough The Planetside Series small acts of rebellion, a princess can save Pitched as a murder mystery in space, herself, topple a government, and change Michael Mammay’s Planetside series will the course of history. appeal to fans of Robert A. Heinlein’s and ’s Old HOW THE GOT Man’s War. ITS REVENGE (#2) COLONYSIDE (#3) “This fantasy-space-opera hybrid provides no “The third Planetside novel (after SPACESIDE) is shortage of action, interstellar hijinks, and fuel for future installments. Series readers will be pleased” a story that lives in the universe-weary voice of its Rights sold: –Publishers Weekly Rights sold: protagonist. It is highly recommended for readers Italy–Multiplayer Euromedia Czech Rep.– who like their heroes cynical, their mystery twisted, US–DAW Poland–Fabryka Slow Other titles in this series: World Eng. Audio–Tantor World Eng.–HarperCollins and their sf thought-provokings.” –Library Journal, Starred review! HOW RORY THORNE DESTROYED THE MULTIVERSE (#1) Other titles in this series: Highlighted on “Best of” lists from Kirkus, Bookish, Hey Alma, and PLANETSIDE (#1) Barnes & Noble’s Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog. SPACESIDE (#2) “[HOW RORY THORNE DESTROYED THE MULTIVERSE] delights from cover to cover. The political intrigue never fails to surprise, each character is layered “Highly recommended for military sf lovers.” and compelling, and there’s a perfect balance between science-fiction action and –Library Journal, Starred review! -tale fantasy. Do not, under any circumstances, miss out on this.” “Mammay capably writes Butler’s gritty, old-school soldier’s voice, and the story –Kirkus, Starred review! delivers intrigue and action for fans of military SF.” “A delightful start to what promises to be a smart, unique series.” –Publishers Weekly –Booklist, Starred review! “PLANETSIDE is a page-turner and an extremely satisfying read” “Exquisitely written with complex characters, sardonic wit, and immersive –Washington Independent worldbuilding.” “In SPACESIDE, Mammay addresses some heavy issues with both nuance and –School Library Journal, Starred review! empathy.” “Take a deep breath, close your eyes, and picture outer space plus fairy tales –Lightspeed Magazine plus political intrigue plus magic. Whatever you’re thinking of, HOW RORY “Mammay’s writing is crisp and moves well.... If you’re a fan of military science THORNE DESTROYED THE MULTIVERSE is all those things, but better.” fiction, this one won’t let you down.” –Paste Magazine –Scientific Inquirer THE FIRST BOOK IN A MURDER MYSTERY SERIES SET Winner—2018/2020 Earphones Awards IN-UNIVERSE, NIGHTWATCH ON THE HINTERLANDS, Finalist—2019 FORTHCOMING FROM DAW IN OCTOBER 2021 20 more Mammay on page 96 more Eason on page 90 21 Peter V. Brett Fantasy Fantasy Peter V. Brett FRONTLIST

Peter V. Brett is a Sunday Times and Pre-publication advances total over $2.6 New York Times bestselling author. million and counting! The Nightfall Saga The Nightfall Saga THE DESERT PRINCE (#1) THE DESERT PRINCE (#1) Bestselling author Peter V. Brett begins a brand new epic fantasy adventure set in his beloved world, following a new generation Set in the same universe as the bestselling of heroes. Cycle Series, this new adventure is “An intricately crafted tale of intrigue and courage perfect for long-time fans and new where one’s station and lineage determines readers alike! everything, good and bad. An exciting read. Peter Brett has outdone himself with this first book in a new series.” –, New York Times bestselling author of the Shannara series Fifteen years have passed since the end of the war with demons, creatures of darkness who have hunted the night and plagued humanity for as long as anyone can “THE DESERT PRINCE is a deeply intimate, yet epic adventure. Heart- remember. The heroes of mankind’s hour of need have become legend, while those wrenching, smart, and modern, this book kept me wide-eyed and wide awake for that remain struggle to escape their . many-a-nights as I struggled step-for-step alongside Olive and Darin from the green lands to the desert pits to the darkest recesses of the demon minds. The Desert Olive Paper and Darin Bales have grown up in this new, peaceful world. Demons Prince has set a new standard for fantasy.” have all but been destroyed, but dangers still lurk for the children of heroes. –Wesley Chu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the War Arts Saga Olive, Princess of Hollow, has her entire life planned out by her mother, Duchess Leesha Paper. “Peter Brett takes the reader with him and his characters on an electric and unrelenting charge through the demon-haunted depths of the Warded universe, full A steady march on a checklist to prepare her for succession. The more her mother of love and death.”.” writes the script, the more Olive rails against playing the parts her mother assigns. –, New York Times bestselling author of Darin faces challenges of a different kind. Though free to choose his own path, the “THE DESERT PRINCE is the work of a master at the top of his game. The new weight of legacy hangs heavy round his shoulders. It isn’t easy being the son of the cast of would-be heroes instantly draw you into a world full of old dangers as Brett man people say saved the world. Everyone expects greatness from Darin, but the only cranks up the tension to unbearable levels. If you’re going to read this book, cancel thing he’s ever been great at is hiding. all your plans because there’s no way you’ll be able to put it down once you start. This is the best Peter V Brett book so far.” But when Olive and Darin step across the wards one night, they learn the demons –Mike Shackle, author of We Are The Dead are not all gone, and those that remain hunger for revenge. Events are set in motion that only Prophecy can foresee as Olive and Darin seek to find their own places in the Peter V. Brett’s books have been published in more than world in time to save it again. 25 languages worldwide! BOOKS #2-3 FORTHCOMING FROM DEL REY & VOYAGER UK Rights sold: N.America–Del Rey, Graphic Audio Germany–Heyne Turkey–Epsilon Poland–Fabryka Slow UK–Harper Voyager

22 23 Peter V. Brett Fantasy Fantasy Peter V. Brett FRONTLIST The Demon Cycle The Demon Cycle

Over 3.6 million copies sold worldwide! THE GREAT BAZAAR (A) “The universe’s conceit is explained in the title story...a fully realized tale.” THE WARDED MAN (#1) –Publishers Weekly “Brett ably blends fantasy and horror in this “Should delight all fans of epic fantasy. Brett’s prose arresting first novel.” is nimble and accessible and he leaves the reader –Library Journal wanting to know more.” THE DESERT SPEAR (#2) –Sacramento Book Review • #9 Sunday Times bestseller! “Would recommend this in a heartbeat. Fans should • #16 bestseller! check it out.” • #35 New York Times bestseller! –Walker of Worlds

THE DAYLIGHT WAR (#3) BRAYAN’S (B) • #3 Sunday Times bestseller! “BRAYAN’S GOLD is a highly enjoyable episode in Brett’s greater tale that will • #5 Der Spiegel bestseller! be enjoyed by his existing fans and could serve to draw in new readers…Strong recommendation.” • #19 New York Times bestseller! –SFFWorld

THE SKULL THRONE (#4) “Full of adventure and wonderful characters and Brett’s penchant for imagery and • #3 Sunday Times bestseller! detailed world building come shining through.” • #4 Der Spiegel bestseller! –The Gilded Earlobe • #13 New York Times bestseller! MESSENGER’S LEGACY (C) THE CORE (#5) “Friendship, love, bravery and survival against the odds are themes in all of • #1 Börsenblatt bestseller! Peter’s work and you will find them weaved artistically within this novella—a • #1 Der Spiegel bestseller! wonderful addition to The Demon Cycle canon.” • #7 Sunday Times bestseller! –Fantasy Faction “Anyone who’s already a fan of the Demon Cycle is sure to enjoy MESSENGER’S Rights sold: Italy–Mondadori Brazil– Japan–Hayakawa*** LEGACY.” Bulgaria–Colibri Korea–Seoul Cultural*** –Fantasy Literature Chinese, C–Gaea Netherlands–Mynx*** Chinese, S–Chongqing Poland–Fabryka Slow Croatia–Hangar 7 Portugal–Gailivro BARREN (D) Czech Rep.– Romania–Nemira “Readers will be drawn into the hearts and minds of [Brett’s] characters and deeply –DreamLitt Russia–Azbooka Estonia–Varrak Serbia–Laguna moved by the themes of acceptance and community.” Film/TV–New Harlem Partnership Spain–Minotauro*** –Publishers Weekly France–Bragelonne Turkey–Epsilon Germany–Heyne, Audible UK–Harper Voyager “If you’re a fan of Peter V. Brett and The Demon Cycle, then you’re definitely going to Greece–Fantastikos Kosmos US–Del Rey, Subterranean, Tachyon, Hungary–Könyvmolyképző Recorded enjoy this novella set in the same world.” Indonesia–Matahati*** World En. Audio–Graphic Audio –New York Library Journal

24 25 Michael J. Sullivan Fantasy Fantasy Michael J. Sullivan FRONTLIST The of the The Rise and Fall Series First Empire series Received seven-figure advance for World From the acclaimed author of the Riyria Chronicles and Riyria Revelations comes a English audio rights! new set of standalone adventures in the same The 5th most successful fiction Kickstarter of universe, set three thousand years in the past. all time, worldwide. English language preorders in direct-from- AGE OF EMPYRE (#6) author sales totaled over $183,000. “AGE OF EMPYRE proves once again that Michael J. Sullivan is a masterful storyteller that really knows The Rise and Fall series marks a new how to captivate and conclude a well-crafted tale.” adventure which takes place between –Novel Notions Michael J. Sullivan’s bestselling Legends of the First Empire series and his Riyria . Other titles in this series: This new series can be read independently. Rights sold: World Eng.–Grim Oak, AGE OF (#1) NOLYN (#1) Audible AGE OF SWORDS (#2) After two hundred years of service, the heir to the empire is suspicious about his AGE OF WAR (#3) reassignment to active duty on the front lines of the Goblin War. His first assignment AGE OF LEGEND (#4) to rescue an outpost leads to a dead-end canyon deep inside enemy territory. Suspicion turns to dread and then sinks to despair when it’s discovered no such AGE OF DEATH (#5) outpost exists. But whoever went to the trouble of making his death look like an accident didn’t A New York Times and USA Today Bestseller! know anything about the Seventh Sikaria Auxiliary Squadron he was assigned to. In “Sullivan brings his masterful world-building and imagination to bear on a the depths of an unforgiving jungle, a legend is about to be born, and the world of host of interesting characters and a story that feels new and vibrant.” Elan will never be the same. –B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog “Fans of the earlier works will want to continue to follow the stories of Sullivan’s Sullivan is also the bestselling author of The Riyria Chronicles and The very human characters.” –Publishers Weekly Riyria Revelations, which have over 700,000 English language sales and have sold in 13 territories. Finalist—2019 Goodreads Choice Award

Rights sold: Turkey–Ithaki NOLYN SET TO PUBLISH AUGUST 2021 Germany–Droemer, Audible US– #2-3 FORTHCOMING FROM GRIM OAK PRESS Hungary–Fumax World Eng. Audio–Grim Oak, Latin America–Panamericana Graphic Audio, Poland–MAG, Storytel Recorded Russia–AST

26 27 Simon R. Green Fantasy/Mystery Fantasy/Mystery Simon R. Green FRONTLIST

New York Times bestselling author! Simon R. Green has sold over 3.8 million copies worldwide and over 2.5 million in The Gideon Sable Series the US alone. His series have been sold in over a dozen foreign markets and Green is a THE BEST THING YOU New York Times, Locus, and Barnes & Noble CAN STEAL (#1) bestselling author. Ocean’s Eleven meets Neil Gaiman’s The Ishmael Jones Mysteries in this high-stakes heist about a master thief who pulls together Ishmael Jones is employed to search out an unlikely crew seeking revenge in order secrets, solve mysteries and shine a light in to steal a precious artifact from a ruthless dark places. If at times the cynical, secretive, collector with unbelievable maximum oddly all-knowing and deadly investigator Rights sold: security, set in the magical underbelly seems otherwordly, that’s because he is. Rights sold: World Eng.–Severn House of . Germany– Feder & Schwert*** BURIED MEMORIES (#10) Severn House, “This novel by the author of the terrific Ishmael Jones series is a treat for anyone who World Eng.– Baen,Tantor, Graphic, relishes the blending of alternate-world fantasy, , and the caper novel. Other titles in this series: Blackstone Exciting, witty, and stuffed full of fun.” –Booklist THE DARK SIDE OF THE ROAD (#1) MURDER IN THE DARK (#6) DEAD MAN WALKING (#2) BOOKS #2-3 UNDER CONTRACT TO SEVERN HOUSE TILL SUDDEN DEATH DO US PART (#7) VERY IMPORTANT CORPSES (#3) NIGHT TRAIN TO MURDER (#8) JEKYLL & HYDE INC. DEATH SHALL COME (#4) THE HOUSE ON WIDOWS HILL (#9) No one believes London cop Daniel Carter INTO THE THINNEST OF (#5) when he says attacked him during a “Ishmael is a wonderful character, an extraterrestrial living among humans, and the routine raid. With his career over and his life series is a clever mixture of thriller and SF-horror genres.” in ruins, Daniel is presented with a chance –Booklist, Starred review! at redemption. Jekyll & Hyde Inc. reveals “A new book from Green is always a treat for SF and urban fantasy fans…His first to him that monsters are real and they now foray into more traditional fiction (albeit with an otherworldy flavor) will run various criminal enterprises in London’s delight mystery readers.” underground. Jekyll & Hyde Inc. offers –Library Journal Daniel a chance to make a fresh start and “[A] brisk, breezy new mystery series…Convincing supernatural twists and witty help keep the peace between the humans and chapter titles…Readers will be anxious for a sequel.” monsters, but Daniel wants more. He wants –Publishers Weekly revenge too. “Green’s style of sci-fi blends levity with a high body count.” –Kirkus Rights sold: World Eng.–Baen, FORTHCOMING FROM BAEN Blackstone SEPTEMBER 2021 BOOK #11 UNDER CONTRACT TO BAEN

28 more Green on page 79 29 Tim Akers Fantasy Fantasy R.R. Virdi FRONTLIST

Finalist—Nebula and From the author of the critically-acclaimed Jacob Cycle and Hallowed War series, as The Grave Report Series well as the award-winning Horns of Ruin. Supernatural meets ’s in this paranormal mystery series about an undead, corpse-jumping KNIGHT WATCH investigator. Each mystery is a race against the clock as Detective Vincent wakes KNIGHT WATCH is Aker’s new fantasy novel up in the body of a recently-deceased murder about an ordinary human who, after a battle victim and must solve the mystery of who with real-life dragon at a local renaissance killed them within a given number of hours. faire, is recruited into a secret organization called the Knight Watch. Pitched as Men in GRAVE (#1) Black for fantasy lovers, KNIGHT WATCH is GRAVE MEASURES (#2) Rights sold: an action-packed adventure that readers won’t Rights sold: World Eng.–Baen be able to resist. GRAVE DEALINGS (#3) World Eng.–Tantor When John Rast heads to a Renaissance fair, he expects pretend fighting, with blunt “Quick, clean action, solid character work and pacing...a series your time.” –Jim Butcher, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Dresden Files swords and safety equipment. But when his final opponent turns into a living, fire-breathing dragon, John finds himself in the fight of his life. To the surprise of BOOK #4 FORTHCOMING WINTER 2023 everybody including himself, John not only lives, but kills the dragon, and that’s when destiny comes to call. Books of Winter John is spirited away to the well-hidden base of Knight Watch, the organization that DANGEROUS WAYS (#1) stands between humanity and the fantastical creatures that exist just outside the edges -off of The Grave Report, about an immortal man who of the normal world. Between dealing with a storm goddess, the living dead, and violates the Timeless code to save a mortal woman with viscous monsters, John finds himself in danger at every turn. If that wasn’t difficult curious . Planned for 6-book series. enough, John and his reluctant teammates have to figure who, or what, is pulling creatures into the human world before Knight Watch encounters a creature too Slayer Online powerful for them to handle, and the world is left . GOBLIN KING (#1) BEAST QUEEN (#2) Akers is an internationally-selling author with books LitRPG series about a man who has a second chance at life sold in Germany and France. in a virtual fantasy setting. Planned for 11-book series. “Akers boldly treads the line between fantasy and reality.” Shepherd of Light –Publishers Weekly STAR SHEPHERD (#1) “Buckle up and get ready for a fun ride. Tim Akers delivers an epic story about Star Shepherd has the worst mission in the galaxy: to weekend renaissance faire warriors versus actual monster.” –, author of the Monster Hunter series deliver a mysterious package to a rebellion that could change the scales of power. But a secret meeting draws BOOK #2, VALHELLIONS , UNDER the attention of a genocidal admiral, and he’s willing to CONTRACT TO BAEN destroy entire worlds if it means catching Star Shepherd. 30 more Virdi on page 91 31 K.F. Breene Fantasy Fantasy Stephen Blackmoore FRONTLIST

USA Today, Washington Post, and Amazon Finalist—RT Award Charts bestselling author. The Fire and Ice Trilogy The Eric Carter Series BORN IN FIRE (#1) Eric Carter is a necromancer. He makes his living getting rid of restless spirits and RAISED IN FIRE (#2) sometimes more dangerous things. When FUSED IN FIRE #2) he left the city fifteen years ago, he thought Supernatural bounty hunter Reagan he’d never go back. But when his sister is has a rare type of magic and a deadly brutally murdered, Eric has to return to get secret. Whether she’s collaborating with to the bottom of it. And his life will never supernatural creatures or hunting them be the same again. down, she must keep her secret self or risk BOTTLE DEMON (#6) everyone she cares for. The sixth installment of this dark urban fantasy series Rights sold: Heart-pounding, steamy, and laugh-out-loud follows necromancer Eric Carter through a world of Rights sold: Germany–Bastei Lübbe France–MxM funny, Breene’s badass heroine and superb vengeful gods and goddesses, mysterious murders, World Eng.–Hazy Dawn Turkey–Olimpos*** Press Inc. storytelling will leave readers craving more. and restless ghosts. World Eng.–DAW EXPLORE K.F. BREENE’S BACKLIST HERE “Blackmoore’s sixth dark urban fantasy to feature necromancer Eric Carter ties up loose ends in style...series fans will not be disappointed.” Shannon Mayer Fantasy –Publishers Weekly Other titles in this series: New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, DEAD THINGS (#1) and The Wall Street Journalbestselling author. BROKEN SOULS (#2) The Forty Proof Series HUNGRY GHOSTS (#3) MIDLIFE BOUNTY HUNTER (#1) FIRE SEASON (#4) MIDLIFE FAIRY HUNTER (#2) GHOST MONEY (#5) MIDLIFE DEMON HUNTER (#3) “Readers will be eager for more after this thrilling, emotionally fraught installment.” MIDLIFE GHOST HUNTER (#4) –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! MIDLIFE HUNTER (#5) “A fast pace and no-holds-barred prose give [the series] a unique place in the genre.” –Booklist Breena O’Rylee is a bitter divorcée in her forties with an ability to see into the “Refreshingly different worldbuilding.” paranormal shadows. Now a bounty hunter, –Library Journal Rights sold: she is taking her life back after a repressive “Blackmoore’s chillingly good storytelling skills ensures that fans will enjoy every Russia–Eksmo marriage and fighting for her place against step of this adrenaline fueled journey.” World Eng.–Hijinks Ink Ltd. ageism, sexism, and supernatural beings. –RT Reviews, Top Pick! EXPLORE SHANNON MAYER’S BACKLIST HERE BOOKS #7-9 UNDER CONTRACT TO DAW 32 33 Dan Moren Science Fiction Science Fiction Jim Hines FRONTLIST The Galactic Series The Janitors of the A throwback to the classic sci-fi adventures of Post-Apocalypse Series spies and off-world politics, but filled to the In this hilarious sci-fi series, a group of brim with modern sensibilities. unlikely heroes may just save the galaxy: a crew of space janitors. THE ALEPH EXTRACTION (#2)

Still reeling from a former teammate’s betrayal, TERMINAL UPRISING (#2) Commonwealth operative Simon Kovalic’s band of misfit spies has no time to rest before being sent on “Subtle absurdist humor permeates the narrative, derived from faulty translations, cultural references another impossible mission: to pull off the daring without context, and unconventional solutions heist of a quasi-mythical alien artifact. But Kovalic’s to problems. Clever characterization and action- newest recruit is a volatile ex-con. Can Kovalic hold packed moments round out this thoroughly the team together, or will they turn on each other satisfying outing.” Rights sold: before the job even gets started? –Publishers Weekly Czech Rep.–Triton World Eng.–Angry , “Fresh and engaging. No one blends fun and thrill “TERMINAL UPRISING cements the reputation Rights sold: Sky Horse of the Janitors of the Post-Apocalypse as an exciting World Eng.–DAW World Eng. Audio–Audible, quite like Dan Moren.” US Audio–Tantor –Jay Posey, author of Outriders and rewarding series.” Tantor –Booklist “A brilliant heist with a dynamic cast. Everything I was looking for in a spy novel!” “This is a fast, tense, enjoyable romp…Hines is damn good at banter and witty –Reese Hogan, author of Shrouded Loyalties repartee, and at evoking strong feelings of empathy.” –Locus Other titles in this series: Other titles in this series: THE BAYERN AGENDA (#1) TERMINAL ALLIANCE (#1) THE CALEDONIAN GAMBIT (A) “Hines delivers a fantastic space opera that doesn’t skimp on the action and “Moren revisits the world and key characters from The Caledonian Gambit in the excitement but pairs it with a hefty dose of slightly scatological humor.” bombastic Galactic Cold War series launch, telling a frenzied story full of bold –Library Journal, Starred review! spycraft and exciting ground and air chases.” –Publishers Weekly “This solidly entertaining story has plenty of potential for further installments.” –Publishers Weekly “A brisk and fun adventure with spies, family drama, and space battles, carried off with a light touch and an old-school style that’s entirely welcome in the frequently “With so much serious on the shelves, a story like this is a genuine world of modern , and a main character you won’t pleasure to read: proudly funny and ridiculous.” soon forget.” –Booklist –Barnes & Noble Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog “Action keeps the plot moving nicely, while plumbing and zombie jokes, lots of “An action-packed thriller with a new twist in every chapter—the kind of book you team banter, and alien misinterpretations of Earth culture provide considerable don’t want to put down.” humor, for a lively start to what promises to be a highly entertaining series.” –Michael Mammay, author of the Planetside series –Locus BOOK #3, THE , UNDER CONTRACT BOOK #3, TERMINAL PEACE, FORTHCOMING TO ANGRY ROBOT FROM DAW AUGUST 2022 34 35 Jack Campbell Science Fiction Science Fiction Jack Campbell FRONTLIST

The Lost Fleet Series (The Black Jack Geary series) Sold in two 3-book, 6-figure deals to Ace Over 3.4 million Jack Campbell books sold worldwide! and Audible, with advances totalling over $500,000 in the English language alone! Lost Fleet: Outlands Series Admiral John “Black Jack” Geary may have saved the Alliance only to destroy it, in this thrilling and eagerly awaited continuation of the New York Times bestselling series. Global sales of 2.7 Million Lost Fleet books, including (#1) 1.6 million print/ in US alone; 780,000 audio in US; BOUNDLESS and over 275,000 in Japan— Geary believed in the Alliance. Even when he Jack Campbell is our best-selling client in Japan! uncovered overwhelming evidence that the highest Rights sold: echelons of the government and fleet command were UK–Titan US–Ace involved in secret programs and camps, he (#1) (#4) World Eng. Audio– DAUNTLESS VALIANT believed it was worth saving. And that his duty was Recorded • 4 weeks in Bookscan’s SF Top 10 • Debuted at #29 on the New York Times to see that was served even though some Mass Market Fiction bestseller list! factions feared that revealing the truth would cause the Alliance to crumble. FEARLESS (#2) (#5) But after narrowly surviving two assassination attempts when he brings evidence of • #11 on the Locus bestseller list RELENTLESS the misdeeds to the capital star system, Geary realizes that some have decided the • Debuted at #16 on the New York Times easiest way to make the Alliance’s problems go away is to get rid of him. He finds COURAGEOUS (#3) Mass Market Fiction bestseller list! himself ordered to undertake a perilous new mission outside of the reaches of human- occupied space while the Senate clashes over the evidence. • Hit #3 on Bookscan’s SF list and #39 on the overall MM fiction list VICTORIOUS (#6) Geary’s warships must escort a diplomatic and scientific mission across the dangerous, • #8 on Barnes & Noble’s SFF MM list • Debuted at #10 on the New York Times disintegrating remnants of the Syndicate Worlds empire. But even if he can make it • #5 on the Locus Bestseller list Mass Market Fiction bestseller list! to Midway Star System, the gateway to alien-controlled space, Geary will face former Syndicate officials who have rebelled and regard the Alliance with deep suspicion. New York Times bestselling author of three spin-off series: And that will be the easy part. The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier, The Lost Stars, and BOOKS #2-3, RESOLUTE AND IMPLACABLE, Lost Fleet: Outlands. UNDER CONTRACT TO TITAN AND ACE Rights sold: Italy–Mondadori Chinese, S–SFW*** Japan–Hayakawa Czech Rep.–Fantom Print Poland–Fabryka Slow –Art House Russia–AST*** France–L’Atalante Spain–La Factoria de Ideas*** Germany–Bastei Lübbe, Audible Turkey–Gurer Yayinlari Greece–Universe Pathways*** UK–Titan Hungary–Gabo*** US–Ace Israel–Yaniv*** World Eng. Audio–Audible 36 37 Jack Campbell Science Fiction Anthology Neil Clarke FRONTLIST The Genesis Fleet Series Winner—Hugo Award for Best Semiprozine 2010, 2011, 2013 Winner—World Fantasy Special Award 2014 Jack Campbell returns to the world of the Winner—Chelsey Award for Best Art Director 2016 Lost Fleet novels with The Genesis Fleet. Set centuries before the previous books, this new action-packed military sci-fi series NOT ONE OF US explores the founding of the Alliance. “Collecting 21 stories from the last two decades, this hefty and fascinating theme anthology focuses on one of TRIUMPHANT (#3) SF’s major issues: If aliens aren’t just bug-eyed monsters with no more than rape and plunder on their minds, A U.S. Apple Books bestseller! what else—who else—could they be? [T]here are no inferior pieces here. This is a fine, thoughtful book.” –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! “[Jack Campbell’s] characters are well-drawn, with fully fleshed-out backgrounds and temperaments… “Readers looking for sf that explores its furthest A solid entry to extend an always reliable sequence.” possibilities and helps transform their own perception of –Kirkus the world are highly recommended to give this anthology Rights sold: a look.” Czech Rep.–Fantom Print “Campbell has a sure hand with military sf –Booklist, Starred review! France–L’Atalante balanced with political intrigue and heroic “If you like alien sci-fi, this is the anthology to get. A Japan–Hayakawa protagonists ready to spring into action.” Fabryka Slow great selection of short stories.” Poland– –Library Journal UK–Titan –Book Gazette US–Ace “A love letter to fans of the series.” World Eng. Audio–Audible –Books of My Heart MORE HUMAN THAN HUMAN “Well-known SF authors grace this...top-notch selection Other titles in this series: of imaginative and thought-provoking stories.” –Kirkus, Starred review! VANGUARD (#1) “Emotionally compelling and intellectually engaging ASCENDANT (#2) stories that challenge traditional notions of AI and how we might interact with it in the future.” “Campbell’s skillfully constructed tale keeps a riveting pace, making each character’s –Library Journal personal stakes into fundamental threads woven into a high-energy whole.” –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! GALACTIC EMPIRES “This hefty anthology of imperial SF covers great “A great entry point for new readers looking for realistic … space battles, small dramas within an empire, hopeless Campbell builds compelling characters and surrounds them with authentic details bureaucracy, and even living space stations, zooming in of skirmishes in space, on the ground, and everywhere in between that make this and out to capture every nuance. The diverse array of adventure a page-turner of the first order.” stories ensures that there’s plenty of interest for any fan of –Booklist large-scale SF.” “Daring escapades, boarding actions, ground combat...entertainingly full of –Publishers Weekly explosions. If you enjoyed his previous work, you’ll like this one, too.” “Over all this anthology is mostly hits, remarkably few –Locus misses. Highly recommended.” “[A]nother winner, both as a prequel series and as a fresh start. It’s got that excellent –New York Times Book Review readability that is present in all Campbell’s novels.” –SFF World Rights sold: World English – Skyhorse World English Audio – Skyhorse 38 39 Walter Jon Williams Science Fiction Fantasy Walter Jon Williams FRONTLIST

New York Times bestselling author! The Quillifer Series Quillifer is a vibrant and youthful protagonist The Dread Empire Falls Series who finds himself embroiled in war after marauders devastate his village. With court For millennia, the Shaa have subjugated the intrigue, battles, and romance aplenty, this universe, forcing sentient races to bow to exciting title features epic worldbuilding, their tyranny. But the Shaa will soon be no and breaks from the grimdark trend with its more. With the dread empire’s impending celebration of the lighter side of life. fall comes the promise of a new galactic order...and bloody . LORD QUILLIFER (#3) Quillifer’s rise in prominence engenders a reaction FLEET ELEMENTS (#5) from his enemies, with increased threats to Quillifer’s life and to the Queen. With sky-high stakes and an “Williams impresses with the second book of his sophisticated Praxis trilogy...Newcomers will have increased threat of a major war at sea, everything Quillifer has built is in danger. Rights sold: no problem getting oriented in this rip-roaring sci-fi Book #3 Cover Forthcoming France–J’ai Lu*** world, and returning readers will be thrilled to dive Other titles in this series: Israel–Sial back in.” Rights sold: Poland–MAG –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! QUILLIFER (#1) Poland–MAG Romania–Leda*** World Eng.–Saga, Audible Romania–Toymania*** “A satisfying setup for the final showdown.” QUILLIFER THE KNIGHT (#2) World Eng.–Harper, Audible –Booklist“ “Walter Jon Williams is always fun, but this may be his best yet, a delight Other titles in this series: from start to finish, witty, colorful, exciting and amusing by turns, exquisitely written.” THE PRAXIS (#1) –George R.R. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of THE SUNDERING (#2) — NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER series CONVENTIONS OF WAR (#3) THE ACCIDENTAL WAR (#4) “In this sprawling, lively episodic adventure, Williams returns to his swashbuckling roots while exploring new territory.” “If you like military SF you’ll like it. And if you don’t like military SF you might –Publishers Weekly well like it anyway because it’s funny and clever.” –Tor.com “In QUILLIFER, Williams has presented us with a picaresque novel in the grand tradition of Fielding’s Tom Jones, big as life and three times as amazing and “A breathless, unpredictable, effortlessly charming adventure that grips like a vice affecting.” and isn’t afraid to throw some surprising comedy into the mix. One of the most –Locus shamelessly entertaining SF epics in recent memory.” –SFX “This is a light, but not lightweight fantasy adventure told in an irresistible narrative voice, inhabiting a world you’ll want to spend as much time in as possible.” Winner—2000 & 2004 Nebula Awards –Barnes & Noble’s Science Fiction & Fantasy Blog Finalist—Hugo and Philip K. Dick Awards Featured on “Best Of” lists from Kirkus and Locus BOOK #3 FORTHCOMING FEBRUARY 2022 BOOK #6 UNDER CONTRACT TO HARPER FROM SAGA 40 41 Mitchell Hogan Fantasy Fantasy Mitchell Hogan FRONTLIST The Sorcery Ascendant Sold to Audible Originals in a $400,000, Sequence six-book deal! Over 180,000 copies sold worldwide! The Necromancer’s Key Series When Caldan’s parents are brutally slain, he is raised by monks and taught the mysteries From award-winning author Mitchell of sorcery. As a shadowed evil manipulates Hogan comes his immersive and ambitious forbidden powers, Caldan is plunged into Necromancer’s Key series. This series sets an age-old conflict that brings the world to a fast pace, combining Hogan’s trademark the edge of destruction. gritty action with the best elements of sword fights, sorcery, and political intrigue. A SHATTERED EMPIRE (#3) Torn between a sacred order of knights and “Australia’s answer to Rothfuss and Sanderson, A corrupted power from beyond the grave, CRUCIBLE OF SOULS is an absolute must read Anskar’s decision of where to place his for old and new fans of the genre alike!” –Smash Dragons Rights sold: loyalty may turn the tides of war. A perfect Germany–Heyne, Audible Rights sold: Italy–Fanucci World Eng. Audio–Audible fit for readers who enjoy their fantasy novels Other titles in this series: with an edge of darkness. Poland–Fabryka Slow A CRUCIBLE OF SOULS (#1) World Eng.–Harper Voyager, Audible INCURSION (#1) BLOOD OF INNOCENTS (#2) Seventeen years have passed since the Necromancer Queen Talia was overthrown, and AT THE SIGN OF CROW AND MOON (A) her capital city destroyed by the Knights of the Order of Eternal Vigilance. Anskar Winner—2013 Award DeVantte, raised in the sacred disciplines of the Order, is now ready to face the brutal initiation trials to become a consecrated knight-sorcerer. But the further Anskar The Tainted Cabal Series rises in the ranks the more his faith wavers, and he is beset by harrowing dreams and In a world devastated by a series of uncertainty. cataclysms, where the followers of different As troubling powers awaken within Anskar, a schism grows between him and his gods vie for ascendancy, mankind carves out hallowed Order, and he draws the hungry gaze of the vanquished queen’s fanatical a precarious existence among the remnants followers. Piecing together the mysteries of his early life, Anskar must decide whether of a desolated past. to remain loyal to the Order’s righteous mission, or control the dark powers growing within him. Anskar’s destiny is steeped in war either way. The only question is--which REVENANT WINDS (#1) side will he be on? “In REVENANT WINDS, Hogan has created a BOOKS #2-6 IN THE NECROMANCER’S KEY SERIES rich world with a deep history to explore, full of compelling mysteries, conflicting religions, and UNDER CONTRACT TO AUDIBLE unusual characters.” –Fantasy Book Review Hogan is the author of several series including The Sorcery Other titles in this series: Ascendant Sequence, The Tainted Cabal, The Infernal Guardian, Rights sold: and the standalone science fiction novel, Inquisitor. TOWER OF THE FORGOTTEN (A) World Eng. Audio–Audible

42 43 Emmeline Duncan Mystery Mystery Alex Erickson FRONTLIST

Finalist—Oregon Book Award The Bookstore Cafe Mysteries A series about amateur sleuth Ground Rules Mysteries Krissy Hancock, the owner of the titular bookstore café. Master barista Sage Caplin is excited to open her new coffee cart, but a killer is DEATH BY HOT brewing up a world of trouble. APPLE CIDER (#9) FRESH BREWED MURDER (#1) Other titles in this series: Opening the coffee cart “Ground Rules” has been DEATH BY COFFEE (#1) a dream come true for Sage Caplin. Along with her partner, Sage hopes to make a dent in the city’s coffee DEATH BY TEA (#2) culture. But their efforts are sidetracked when Sage DEATH BY PUMPKIN SPICE (#3) finds a local developer dead in front of her truck. His throat has been slashed and when the police find DEATH BY VANILLA LATTE (#4) Rights sold: the weapon belongs to Sage, she must prove she’s DEATH BY EGGNOG (#5) World Eng.–Kensington innocent or lose her livelihood—and her life. DEATH BY ESPRESSO (#6) “Lively characters help propel the intricate plot. Cozy fans will hope to see a lot DEATH BY CAFE MOCHA (#7) more of Sage and friends.” –Publishers Weekly DEATH BY FRENCH ROAST (#8) “Coffee-lovers, this book is for you...a great debut!” Rights sold: –Criminal Element US Audio–Tantor World Eng.–Kensington “A promising start to a brand new cozy mystery series, Fresh Brewed Murder tackles BOOKS #10-12 UNDER CONTRACT TO KENSINGTON some tougher topics but never loses that overall cozy vibe that readers love.” –Read With Aimee The Furever Pets Series “FRESH BREWED MURDER is a fast-paced, quick read with a twisty mystery. A new mystery series where helping animals The book has a great sense of place, conversational style, and an engaging, spirited main character.” and solving is a family business. –Undine Reads DIAL ‘M’ FOR “FRESH BREWED MURDER is the first book in this caffeine packed series and (#2) Duncan knows how to put the words to paper to keep the reader plugging along.” MAINE COON –Cozy Mystery Book Review Other titles in this series: “The author has set off this series to a fine start with FRESH BREWED MURDER…Coffee connoisseurs will love the drink descriptions and may want to THE POMERANIAN ALWAYS brew a cup or two to enjoy while reading the book.” –Escape With Dolly Cas BARKS TWICE (#1) BOOK #2, DOUBLE SHOT DEATH, FORTHCOMING Book #1 hit #5 on Barnes & Nobles’s FROM KENSINGTON IN MAY 2022 mass-market list Rights sold: BOOK #3 UNDER CONTRACT Book #2 spent multiple weeks in the top #25 World Eng.–Kensington

44 45 Elaine Viets Mystery Mystery Carolina Garcia-Aguilera FRONTLIST Richman, Death The Lupe Solano Investigator Mysteries Mysteries Angela Richman’s job is to A Cuban-born private investigator takes on gather and analyze evidence from crime cases both bizarre and mysterious. scenes. When Angela is drawn into the BLOODY TWIST (#7) investigations, she will need every detail to “...immediately engaging, written in a witty, solve them. straightforward style spiced by Lupe’s wry (#4) observations on Cuban-American family life.” DEATH GRIP –Miami Herald “Viets produces chills with a murder hunt turned on its head.” “The narrative style is light and breezy, and –Kirkus appropriate to the characters and setting.” Other titles in this series: –Mysterious Reviews Other titles in this series: Rights sold: BRAINSTORM (#1) Rights sold: Big Dreams Germany–Digital Publishers BLOODY WATERS(#1) Film/TV– C. Bourgois*** World Eng.–Amazon, FIRE AND ASHES (#2) France– Severn House BLOODY SHAME (#2) Finland–Octava*** A STAR IS DEAD (#3) Germany–Limes Verlag*** World Eng. Audio– BLOODY SECRETS (#3) Dreamscape ICE BLONDE (A) Italy–Mondadori*** A MIRACLE IN PARADISE (#4) Japan–Shinchosha*** “[Angela’s] endearing, spirited, and resilient humanity resonates on the page.” Netherlands–Bruna HAVANA HEAT (#5) Uitgevers*** –Publisher Weekly Spain–Thorndike*** “[Elaine Viets’] complicated heroine deserves a return outing.” BITTER SUGAR (#6) US–HarperCollins, Putnam –Kirkus “Lupe has passionate connections to her family, her community and her history “The murder mystery storyline is intricately crafted...the reader is kept in the dark, that make all her cases personal.” guessing as to and why.” –The New York Times –Mysterious Reviews “With sharp-edged characters and some profound probing of moral ambiguities, “[S]prinkled throughout with wry observations and sharp dialogue, all tied together the latest Lupe Solano tale is suspenseful, provocative and satisfying.” by a plot that explores the hypocrisy of the very rich.” –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! –King’s River Life Magazine “A uniquely classy heroine, and riveting plot make this highly recommended.” “Viets includes the perfect amount of details about forensics and police and fire –Library Journal investigations...without overwhelming the plot.” “A free-spirited heroine, some wry humor, and an insider’s look at an unfamiliar –The Roanoke Times milieu are pluses here.” BOOK #5, LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE, FORTHCOMING –Kirkus FROM SEVERN HOUSE “Lupe Solano is intelligent, witty, and eloquently hard-boiled. The realistic Miami description radiate heat from the page.” BOOK #6 UNDER CONTRACT TO SEVERN HOUSE –Booklist

Eliane Viets is also the author of the Josie Marcus, Mystery Shopper Winner—2000 Shamus Award for Best Private Eye Novel mystery series and the Dead-End Job mystery series. Winner—1999 Flamingo Award for Best Mystery Novel

46 47 Joanna Campbell Slan Mystery Denise Grover Swank & FRONTLIST Women’s Fiction Christine Gael New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestselling author A collaboration between two The Jane Eyre Chronicles bestselling authors! Enola Holmes meets Bridgerton in this The Bluebird Bay Series reimagining of Charlotte Bronte’s titular Celia Burrows thought she had it all—a character, Jane Eyre, as an amateur sleuth. handsome husband, two successful Set in 1800s London, the story follows children, and a gorgeous beach house. Jane’s investigations, the romance between But her perfect life cracks apart when her her and the dashing Edward Rochester, and husband of thirty years informs her that drama that unfolds around her. he’s leaving. In a note. DEATH OF A GENTLEMAN (#3) Before the separation, Celia was the main caretaker for her elderly father, but as her sisters step up to Jane visits a squire at his country mansion, only for help in the wake of her troubles, neither of them him to be killed. The maid who spoke to him last takes to the role. Being tethered in Bluebird Bay is a Rights sold: is assumed to be the culprit but Jane knows she is nightmare for Anna, the youngest, whose passion for Rights sold: World Eng.– World Eng.–Berkley innocent. Jane must find the true murderer before travel photography has taken her around the world. the maid suffers for the crime. New Beginnings Press And Stephanie has struggled ever since her husband World Eng. Audio–Tantor died in a freak boating accident a couple of years ago. Other titles in this series: Over 160,000 As Celia begins to come to terms with her own DEATH OF A SCHOOLGIRL (#1) copies sold! shocking loss, she’s surprised to feel a giddy sense of DEATH OF A DOWAGER (#2) freedom. For thirty years, she’s buried her own dreams in support of her husband’s CHRISTMAS AT FERNDEAN MANOR (A) vision. But that was the past. It’s time to pick herself up, dust herself off, and create a better, more fulfilling tomorrow. Now, if only she can convince the other people she “Fans of historical cozies will best appreciate Slan’s first in a new series featuring loves to do the same. Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre.” –Publisher Weekly FINDING REDEMPTION (#7) This latest installment in the Bluebird Bay series continues the sisters’ journies while “Slan refashions a beloved heroine as a surprisingly canny detective. Her stylistic imitation of Charlotte Brontë is seasoned with a dash of social commentary and opening up a love story for the next generation via Stephanie’s son, Todd. plenty of suspects to mull over.” Other titles in this series: –Kirkus FINDING TOMORROW (#1) “Sufficient praise cannot be given to Joanna Campbell Slan for the authenticity of this remarkable book…It is a joy for lovers of the original novel, as well as those FINDING HOME (#2) who savor a good mystery.” FINDING PEACE (#3) –Mystery Scene Magazine (#4) Winner—Daphne du Maurier Award FINDING FORGIVENESS (#5) BOOK #3, DEATH OF A GENTLEMAN, FINDING ACCEPTANCE (#6) FORTHCOMING FALL 2021 “This series is binge worthy and a wonderful read!” –Women’s Fiction Reviews 48 49 Christine Gael Women’s Fiction Romance Denise Grover Swank FRONTLIST

USA Today & New York Times bestselling The Wedding Pact Series author, previously published under the A delightful matrimony-centric psyeudonyms Christine Bell & romance trilogy featuring vivid characters Chloe Cole and happy endings. Cherry Blossom Point Series Titles in this series: Join Anna Sullivan as she leaves Bluebird THE SUBSTITUTE (#1) Bay and travels to Cherry Blossom Point THE PLAYER (#2) to meet the family she never knew she had. What follows is a series of new adventures THE GAMBLER (#3) with complicated relationships and heart- THE VALENTINE (A) wrenching revelations that explore the “Once again Ms. Swank has given us characters to meaning of love and family. The Cherry love and a love story to get behind. Her flawless Blossom Point Series is a spinoff of Rights sold: writing, the sweet story lines, and the humor she Rights sold: World Eng.– Christine Gael’s Bluebird Bay Series. adds to these books ensures reader satisfaction!” Italy–Piemme Frog Prints Publishing Poland–Kobiece STARTING FROM –The Book Hookup World Eng. Audio–Tantor SCRATCH: (#1) Bachelor Brotherhood Series Cherry Blossom Point is the home of the Merrill family. Twins Jack and Gayle, A workaholic who considers relationships middle sister, Lena, and youngest, Nikki. The Merrills love one another fiercely, but unnecessary meets a playboy who’s vowed they also fight dirty. to remain a bachelor. It was supposed to be When Nikki sets off to find her long lost sister, she never imagined she’d be returning a fling, but the two people who have sworn home to Cherry Blossom Point with her in tow. Battle lines are drawn when each off commitment may discover the one of her siblings have wildly different reactions to their new family member. Lena exception to their rule. is willing to invite Anna into their lives, Gayle can’t even look at her, and all their Titles in this series: brother Jack can see is another heir looking for a piece of the pie. And Nikki? She’s caught dead in the middle of things. If she continues to build her ONLY YOU (#1) relationship with Anna, will it splinter the one she has with the siblings she’s always UNTIL YOU (#2) known? ALWAYS YOU (#3) Anna Sullivan didn’t want a new sister. Now that she has one, though, she’s in for the “Emotional, sweet, and hopeful. It was beautifully long haul. When she heads to Cherry Blossom Point to spend some time with Nikki written and proves that true love, regardless of time Rights sold: and meet the rest of the family, she isn’t prepared for the drama that ensues. It’s kind and space, will always find a way.” of hard to make a good impression when half her new siblings see her as a walking World Eng.–Forever, –Ever After Book Reviews Hachette representation of their father’s infidelity. And when more family secrets are uncovered, she realizes they’ve only seen the tip of the iceberg. Denise Grover Swank is a New York Times, USA Today, and Will Anna figure out how to navigate these choppy family waters, or will her visit to Wall Street Journal bestselling author of romance, women’s Cherry Blossom Point turn out to be a disaster of Titanic proportions? fiction, mystery, and urban fantasy, as well as BOOKS #2-3 FORTHCOMING new adult and . 50 51 Michael Blake Literary Fiction Literary Fiction Frederic Durbin FRONTLIST Dances With Wolves A GREEN AND Michael Blake’s DANCES WITH WOLVES ANCIENT LIGHT was adapted into the film of the same name Finalist—Realm Award that became the highest-grossing of all time. Since the iconic movie’s release A gorgeous fantasy in the of Pan’s in 1990, the book has gone on to become a Labyrinth and John Connolly’s The Book of worldwide classic. Lost Things. In a sumptuous idyllic setting and overshadowed by the threat of war, four DANCES WITH WOLVES (#1) unlikely allies learn the values of courage and sacrifice. “Mr. Blake was a classic example of a Hollywood type: someone who works for years to become an “The prose is frequently as beautiful as the images overnight sensation...” it evokes...This gentle, engaging, and very personal –The New York Times coming-of-age story is mythic in its universality.” –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! Rights sold: Held the #1 spot on The New York Times for 11 weeks, with more “Not unlike reading your first beloved book as a Chinese S–Odyssey than 3.5 million copies sold worldwide! child…Durbin’s tale of childhood, family, truth, and US–Saga bravery certainly captured a piece of [my heart].” World Eng. Audio– –Chicago Review of Books Dreamscape Winner—Multiple including Best Picture One of Publishers Weekly’s Best Books of 2016

“Durbin’s gorgeously atmospheric novel solidly shares the fantasy and historical- Rights previously sold in over 25 territories, now available for re-license! fiction genres…a delicate dance between reality and fantasy, ominous soldiers and late-night fairy music.” Rights sold in 2018-2019: Spain–Enokia France–J’ai Lu UK–Head of Zeus –Booklist Serbia–Laguna World Eng. Audio–Recorded “This is a magical book that will appeal to those who loved Neil Gaiman’s The Ocean at the End of the Lane and John Connolly’s The Book of Lost Things.” Other titles in this series: –Library Journal THE HOLY ROAD (#2) “A GREEN AND ANCIENT LIGHT combines beautiful writing, romance, war, mystery, and faery fantasy into one compelling, delightful story suitable for “Inhuman agony, brilliantly portrayed.” grownup or not so grownup readers alike.” –Kirkus, Starred review! –Champaign -Gazette “Familiar characters from the original novel reappear here in more important roles, making this a more powerful historical novel with a much wider scope. Blake’s Chinese rights sold to Odyssey in a five-figure pre-empt! ability to evoke sadness and joy, action and emotion is as strong as ever, and the ending hits hard.” –Publishers Weekly

52 53 Charlaine Harris New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller Charlaine Harris

Charlaine Harris is the award-winning The Aurora Teagarden Mysteries author of the Sookie Stackhouse series, which was adapted as HBO’s Over 1.8 million Aurora books sold!

A True Blood reboot was announced from Hallmark has released 16 TV movies, starring Candace Cameron Bure CHARLAINE HBO in 2021! (of Full House fame). HARRIS

The Midnight, Texas Series 1. REAL MURDERS When Manfred Bernardo arrives at the 2. A BONE TO PICK 3. THREE BEDROOMS, small Texan town of Midnight, he thinks ONE CORPSE he’s found the perfect quiet place to work. 4. THE JULIUS HOUSE But not everyone is what they appear to be, 5. DEAD OVER HEELS and Manfred has secrets of his own. 6. A AND HIS HONEY 7. LAST SCENE ALIVE NIGHT SHIFT (#3) 8. POPPY DONE TO DEATH “Harris is truly a gifted storyteller who delivers unique and fascinating characters… 9. ALL THE LITTLE LIARS Great as always!” 10. SLEEP LIKE A BABY –RT Book Reviews “Gossipy, blithe, often funny— “Bestseller Harris (the Sookie Stackhouse books) brings a real sense of community with a windup that’s fierce, to the characters she introduced in MIDNIGHT CROSSROAD and DAY SHIFT, shocking and poignant. A deepening the reader’s connection to an irresistible assortment of phone psychics winner for Harris this time out.” and cowpunching vampires.” –Kirkus, Starred review! –Publishers Weekly Other titles in this series: “Infectious prose, engaging characters, crafty plotting; MIDNIGHT CROSSROAD (#1) recommended.” –Library Journal DAY SHIFT (#2) “As intimate and deep as the Stackhouse novels...Harris’s latest displays her skills at “Harris has a knack for writing a compelling mystery.” interweaving the lives of her character.” –Entertainment Focus –Library Journal “A complex tale of difficult family dynamics…Aurora, a smart and witty protagonist, Harris’ Midnight, Texas series was adapted by NBC and possesses all the Southern charm necessary to carry this entertaining series.” –Publishers Weekly ran for 2 seasons! A new TV movie forthcoming from Hallmark in 2022! Winner—Lifetime Grand Master Award Rights sold: Poland–Replika, Storytel Rights sold: Italy–Tre60 Estonia–Varrak Russia–EKSMO*** Film/TV–NBC Poland–MAG, Storytel Film/TV–Hallmark Slovenia–GIKS*** France–J’ai Lu Spain–Ediciones B France–J’ai Lu Spain–Santillana*** French –Flammarion Turkey–Artemis*** French Canada–Flammarion UK–Little Brown. WF Howes Germany–Heyne UK–Gollancz Germany–Feder & Schwert*** US–Ace, St. Martin’s Hungary–Muvelt Nep US–Ace, Recorded Italy–Delos*** World Eng. Audio–Recorded 54 more Harris on page 18 55 Brandon Sanderson New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller Brandon Sanderson

Dark One Series Mainframe LLC DARK ONE is the story of Paul Tanasin, a troubled teenager who uncovers the existence Mainframe LLC is a new spoken word entertainment and of Mirandus, his family’s connection to the production company partnership from Brandon Sanderson and fantastical land, and his role as the next Dark Max Epstein featuring audio originals. One, destined to destroy both worlds. “With a flow between panels, the implication Audio advances for Mainframe projects total over $1.6 million of time passing in a montage of wide, epic scenes of and counting! Mirandus; brilliant and emotive color schemes; and a

cleanly minimal drawing style provide a strong visual SANDERSON

DARK ONE: FORGOTTEN (A) BRANDON aspect to the story.” –Kirkus A multipart audio portal fantasy series set in the Dark One universe that is a fictionalized take on the true crime audio genre, similar to Audible’s West Cork and Evil Has a Name, as well as podcasts like Welcome to DARK ONE is a cross-media project which includes graphic Nightvale, Serial, and Limetown, about a journalist attempting to track novels from Vault Comics and audio originals from Mainframe. down a serial killer whom no one can remember. DARK ONE: PROPHETIC HISTORIES (B) Advances for print, audio, and film rights total over $1.13 million. The second installment of the multipart audio series, developed within Sanderson will be personally involved in every aspect Sanderson’s Dark One universe. of the Dark One universe THE ORIGINAL (C) A science-fiction thriller co-written by Brandon Sanderson and Mary “DARK ONE is the realization of a supremely ambitious Vault Comics ideal. It’s a Robinette-Kowal about a cloned woman trying to solve a mystery before literary comic that blends high concept storytelling interests across genres without time runs out. (see page 69) sacrificing any of the craft, structure, or character development needed to make narratives compelling and immersive.” STEPHEN : DEATH AND FAXES (D) –Comics Bookcase An original story set in Sanderson’s Stephen Leeds universe, following Stephen Leeds as he tries to track down a dangerous hacker. “A complex, fascinating fantasy of dark intention.” –Doom Rocket SUNREACH, REDAWN, & EVERSHORE (E, F, & G) “A brilliant that has some amazing themes Three original novellas following the POVS of different characters, set in delving into the duality of man and light and dark. The Sanderson’s Skyward series. creative team tells Paul’s story beautifully, making sure LUX (H) that this novel will leave an impact.” An original novel set in Sanderson’s Reckoners universe. –But Why Tho “Brandon Sanderson’s DARK ONE works on all levels.” Only audio rights available at this time –Comics Beat

Ediciones B Rights sold: Spain– Rights sold: Audible (H), Freemantle MAG Ediciones B (A-D) World Eng. Audio– Film/TV– Poland– Spain Audio– Recorded (A-D) Germany–Panini World Eng.–Vault Comics, Recorded

56 57 Brandon Sanderson New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller Brandon Sanderson

The Stormlight Archive Over 22 million Winner— Legend Award, Brandon Sanderson books Whitney Award, Dragon Award sold worldwide! Finalist—Hugo Award, Booknest OATHBRINGER (#3) Fantasy Award The most pre-ordered book in Audible history! RHYTHM OF WAR (#4) “The much-anticipated third Stormlight Archive “[RHYTHM OF WAR] certainly delivers the epic fantasy installment is classic Sanderson, with dense fantasy epic long-time readers will expect.” multiple story lines and unexpected twists and turns. –Booklist

Sanderson successfully balances introducing new SANDERSON “It is the sign of a skilled author if they can draw elements and satisfactorily resolving some threads, BRANDON laughter and tears from you in the space of a few leaving fans to eagerly await the next in the series.” chapters or even a few lines...Sanderson [is] the –Publishers Weekly master of emotions.” –The Fantasy Hive Other titles in this series: THE WAY OF KINGS (#1) New York Times Bestseller List (Print/Ebook, Audio Fiction, Hardcover Fiction)—#1 WORDS OF RADIANCE (#2) The Washington Post Bestseller List “Epic in every sense. Sanderson has built a world —#1 that leaps to life, a cast of varied characters, and a vast history.” USA Today Bestseller List—#2 –The Guardian Apple Books—#3 “Sanderson’s...talent for feeding out revelations and action scenes at just the right pace will keep epic fantasy fans intrigued.” –Publishers Weekly DAWNSHARD (#3.5) “Sanderson is a master of hooking the reader in the first few pages, and once Taking place between Oathbringer and again he doesn’t disappoint. Fans and lovers of fantasy will find the ending Rhythm of War, this tale (like Edgedancer satisfying, yet will eagerly await the next volume.” before it) gives beloved secondary –Library Journal characters their own chance to shine. All four main books are New York Times bestsellers, with over “DAWNSHARD is everything fans of Sanderson 7 million copies sold worldwide! have come to expect. Relatable characters, an intricately built world, and a complex magic Rights sold: Israel–Opus system...For fans wishing to experience the Brazil–Leya*** Italy–Fanucci, Mondadori Bulgaria–Art Line full breadth of Roshar, DAWNSHARD is an Poland–MAG Chinese, C–Fantasy Foundation essential chapter in the grand adventure that is the Romania–Editura Art Chinese, S–CPM Russia–Azbooka Stormlight Archive.” Czech Rep.–Talpress Serbia–Laguna*** –Booknest Denmark–Ulven og Uglen Spain–Ediciones B Film/TV–DMG Turkey–Arkadas France–Livre de Poche “Once more Sanderson also delivers a high-octane ending, one which is full of UK–Gollancz Germany–Heyne action and suspense...another crucial book for all Cosmere fans to dive into.” Ukraine–Hemiro Greece–Fantastikos Kosmos –The Fantasy Hive US–Tor Hungary–Delta Vision 58 59 Brandon Sanderson New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller Brandon Sanderson

Mistborn Wax & Wayne (#4-6) are New York Times A heist story of political intrigue, surprises bestsellers! and magical martial-arts action. The saga dares to turn a genre on its head by asking a simple question: what if the of Mistborn: Wax & Wayne prophecy fails? The Bands of Mourning are said to grant great power. Waxillium Ladrian is recruited THE HERO OF AGES (#3) to investigate and journeys to discover the true goals of his uncle Edwarn and the “Sanderson’s saga of consequences offers complex shadowy organization known as The Set. SANDERSON

characters and a compelling plot, asking hard BRANDON questions about loyalty, faith and responsibility.” THE BANDS OF MOURNING (#6) –Publishers Weekly “Definitely the best in this series, THE BANDS OF Other titles in this series: MOURNING incorporates the excellent action and scenery of the early trilogy.” –RT Book Reviews THE FINAL EMPIRE (#1) Other titles in this series: THE WELL OF ASCENSION (#2) THE ALLOY OF LAW (#4) “Sanderson is not only one of the best writers in the business, he’s also one of the most prolific…This is easily one of the finest fantasy stories I’ve ever read, and my SHADOWS OF SELF (#5) only is that I read it so quickly.” “Sanderson continues to show that he is one of the best authors in the genre.” –Forbes Magazine –Library Journal, Starred review! “Complicated and yet fast-paced and entertaining, with likably human protagonists “A fast-paced fantasy adventure set in a fascinating world and populated with and a large-scale cast of colorful characters, this trilogy introduced Sanderson as an lovable, memorable characters.” important new voice in epic fantasy.” –Kirkus –Library Journal Material for the highly-anticipated seventh book in the Mistborn Over 8 million Mistborn copies sold worldwide! series, THE LOST METAL, expected in July/August 2021!

Rights sold: Netherlands–Luitingh-Sijthoff Brazil–Leya*** Persia–Houpaa THE LOST METAL (#7) UNDER CONTRACT TO TOR Bulgaria–Art Line Poland–MAG Chinese, C–Fantasy Foundation Portugal –Saida de Emergencia Chinese, S–CPM Romania–Trei Rights sold: Czech Rep.–Talpress, One Hot Book Russia–Azbooka Brazil–Leya*** Italy–Fanucci, Mondadori Film/TV–DMG*** Serbia–Laguna*** Bulgaria–Art Line Netherlands–Luitingh-Sijthoff France–Calmann-Levy Spain–Ediciones B Chinese, C–Fantasy Foundation Poland–MAG Georgia–Books in Batumi Sweden–Modernista Chinese, S–CPM Romania–Trei Germany–Piper Thailand–Words Wonder Czech Rep.–Talpress Russia–Azbooka Greece–Fantastikos Kosmos Turkey–Arkadas Film/TV–DMG*** Spain–Ediciones B Hungary–Delta Vision UK–Gollancz France–Calmann-Levy Turkey–Arkadas Indonesia–Mizan*** US–Tor Germany–Heyne, Piper, Hoerbuch UK–Gollancz Israel–Opus World Eng. Audio–Macmillan Audio, Hungary–Delta Vision US–Tor Italy–Fanucci Graphic Israel–Opus World Eng. Audio–Macmillan Audio

60 61 Brandon Sanderson New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller Brandon Sanderson WARBREAKER Stephen Leeds Novellas Stephen is a genius who can learn any new WARBREAKER introduces a world of Color skill in a few hours. To contain all of this, and Breath, where the life force of Breath is his mind creates hallucinatory people to brought and sold and Color is a tool of the hold and manifest the information. most powerful. : THE MANY LIVES OF “Epic fantasy heavyweight Sanderson…pens a powerful stand-alone tale of unpredictable STEPHEN LEEDS loyalties, dark intrigue, and dangerous magic… “Readers will get drawn into the fascinating world Sanderson melds complex, believable characters, of Stephen and his friends—real and imagined—

a marvelous world and thoughtful, ironic humor SANDERSON

as they work together to solve the seemingly BRANDON into an extraordinary and highly unsolvable.” entertaining story.” –Publishers Weekly –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! “Sanderson’s is populated with superb characterizations (as evidenced by This title is an omnibus Named one of the Best of 2009 by Library Journal, Barnes & Noble, the multiple depictions of Legion’s aspects) and is of the three Legion surprisingly thought-provoking.” novellas, which have The A.V. Club, American Library Association, and RT Books. –Kirkus sold independently in “LEGION: THE MANY LIVES OF STEPHEN 11 territories, including China, Germany, France, “Sanderson again demonstrates his capacity for handling large and complex themes LEEDS is the perfect opportunity to read Brandon Sanderson’s beloved series featuring everyone’s Poland, while creating believable characters. He also succeeds at building a unique fantasy and Spain. environment. This…is essential reading for fantasy fans.” favorite schizophrenic genius detective.” –Library Journal, Starred review! –Bibliosanctum “WARBREAKER’s drama is peppered with excellent humor. With so much to “The real pleasure is...reading about Steve and his hallucinatory alter egos. love, it’s easy to wish for a sequel, but hard to imagine a better ending.” Sanderson handles it all with a deft, humorous hand.” –The A.V. Club –Fantasy Literature “Yet another strong showing…If the worst you can say about a book is that “LEGION is a wonderfully clever, compelling story with a brilliant it wasn’t long enough, the author is clearly doing something well. In Brandon emsemble of characters that just won’t leave you alone.” Sanderson’s case, that’s nearly everything.” –Fantasy Literature –Suzanne Palmer, Hugo Award-winning author of Finalist—David Gemmell Legend Award, Whitney Award “Short, punchy and thoughtful adventures from the life and mind of one of [Sanderson’s] most brilliant (and maybe craziest) characters…Quirky characters, thoughtful ideas and action-packed stories make it the perfect binge read for anyone Rights sold: who wants a dash of excitement with a tinge of insanity and introspection in Brazil–Leya*** Greece–Fantastikos Kosmos Calatan–University of Groningen Italy–Fanucci their life.” Chincese, C–Gaea Russia–Azbooka –Deseret News Entertainment Ediciones B Chincese, S–Chongqing Spain– Rights sold: Arkadas Czech Rep.–Talpress*** Turkey– Bulgaria–Studio Art Line Poland–MAG Gollancz, WF Howes Film/TV–DMG*** UK– Czech Rep.–Talpress Russia–Azbooka France–Calmann-Levy US–Tor, Recorded Film/TV–Cineflix Spain–Ediciones B Heyne*** Germany– World Eng. Audio–Graphic Italy–Mondadori US–Tor 62 63 Brandon Sanderson New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller Brandon Sanderson The Skyward Series The Skyward Series From the #1 New York Times bestselling SKYWARD (#1) author of the Reckoners series, the Mistborn trilogy, and the Stormlight #3 New York Times bestseller! Remained in Archive comes the third book in an the top 5 for five consecutive weeks. epic series about a girl who will travel beyond the stars to save the world she “With this action-packed trilogy opener, Sanderson loves from destruction. offers up a resourceful, fearless heroine and a memorable cast.”

CYTONIC (#3) –Publishers Weekly, Starred review! SANDERSON BRANDON BRANDON Spensa’s life as a Defiant Defense Force has “Sanderson plainly had a ball with this nonstop, highflying opener, and readers will too.” been far from ordinary. –Kirkus, Starred review! She proved herself one of the best starfighters in the human enclave of Detritus and she saved her people from extermination at the hands of the Krell—the alien #19 on USA Today’s bestseller list. species that has held them captive for decades. She traveled light-years from home to One of Kirkus’ best YA fiction titles of 2018. infiltrate the Superiority, where she learned of the galaxy beyond her small planet. One of LITA’s notable YA science fiction title of 2019. Now, the Superiority—the governing galactic alliance bent on dominating all human life—has started a galaxy-wide war. And Spensa’s seen the weapons they plan to use to end it: the Delvers. Ancient, mysterious alien forces that can wipe out entire planetary Finalist—Sakura Medal Award systems in an instant. Spensa knows that no matter how many pilots the DDF has, there is no defeating this predator. STARSIGHT (#2) Except that Spensa is Cytonic. She faced down a Delver and something eerily familiar about it. And maybe, if she’s able to figure out what she is, she could be more “Spensa’s habitual over-the-top recklessness adds than just another pilot in this unfolding war. She could save the galaxy. a rousing spark, and the author folds in plenty of banter as well as a colorful supporting cast.” The only way she can discover what she really is, though, is to leave behind all she –Kirkus knows and enter the Nowhere. A place from which few ever return. “STARSIGHT offers...more worldbuilding, some CYTONIC FORTHCOMING FALL 2021 favorite returning characters from Skyward, some amazing new characters and settings, and a ramped- #4 UNDER CONTRACT TO DELACORTE & GOLLANCZ up storyline.” Rights sold: Italy–Armenia –Tor.com Brazil–Planeta Poland–Zysk, Storytel “With STARSIGHT, Spensa’s story has exploded Bulgaria–Studio of A Romania–Editura Art Chinese, C–Fantasy Foundation Russia–Azbooka into an exhilarating, high-stakes space adventure Chinese, S–Guomai Spain–Ediciones B filled with the strange and the wonderful.” Czech Rep.–Talpress Turkey–Dogan Egmont –Novel Notions Dutch–Iceberg Ukraine–Nebo Estonia–Fantasiaa UK–Gollancz Debuted at #1 on the Amazon Chart, #1 on Audible, #1 on the New Film/TV–NBC Universal US–Delacorte York Times bestseller list, and #4 on the Wall Street Journal and France–Livre de Poche World Eng., German, Spanish, Germany–Droemer Knaur Italian Audio– Audible USA Today charts! 64 65 Brandon Sanderson New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller Brandon Sanderson Cosmere Novellas & Short Fiction Winner—Romantic Times’ Award For THE EMPEROR’S SOUL Best Epic Fantasy Winner—Hugo Award “Sanderson’s outstanding fantasy debut, refreshingly complete unto itself and free of the usual genre clichés, “Sanderson has a unique, well thought out magical system, offers something for everyone: mystery, magic, romance, thoughtful worldbuilding, and interesting characters…if you political wrangling, religious conflict, fights for equality, are not familiar with him, this novella would make a great sharp writing…Intrigue and excitement grow steadily in starting place.” this smoothly written, perfectly balanced narrative.” –Publishers Weekly, Starred review!

–Fantasy Literature SANDERSON BRANDON BRANDON Rights sold: Czech Rep.–Talpress*** Romania–Editura Art Bulgaria–Studio Art Line Film/TV–DMG*** Spain–Mondadori Over 974,000 copies sold worldwide! Chinese C– France–Livre de Poche UK–Gollancz Fantasy Foundation Germany–Heyne US–Delacorte, Tachyon, Selected as a Barnes & Noble Explorations’ #1 Chinese S–Chongqing Korea–Paranmedia Recorded, Graphic Editor’s Pick. Croatia–Hangar 7 Poland–MAG The Reckoners SF Book Club Selection. “[ELANTRIS] offers a vibrant cast of characters and a story of faith and Over 2 million copies sold! determination set against a vividly portrayed world where magic is based on Ten years ago, Calamity came. It was a burst in channeling power through the depiction of …both satisying and original.” the sky that gave ordinary people extraordinary –Library Journal, Starred review! powers. The awed public called them Epics. “In this stunning debut novel, Sanderson has created a completely unique world that enfolds the reader in mystery and wonder right through till the last page.” CALAMITY (#3) –RT Book Reviews “A whirl of raids, chases, rescues, and spectacularly destructive displays of both magic and “ELANTRIS is the finest novel of fantasy to be written in many high-tech gadgetry.” –Kirkus years. Brandon Sanderson has created a truly original world of Other titles in this series: magic and intrigue, and with the rigor of the best science fiction STEELHEART (#1) writers he has made it real at every level.” FIREFIGHT (#2) –, New York Times bestselling author of Ender’s Game Rights sold: Brazil–Editora Aleph France–Calmann-Levy Poland–Zysk, Storytel Rights sold: Germany–Piper Romania–Editura Art Bulgaria–Studio Art Line Germany–Heyne Romania–Editura Art Brazil–Texto/Leya*** Hungary–Delta Vision Russia–Azbooka*** Chinese C– Hungary–Delta Vision Russia–Azbooka Bulgaria–Bard*** Indonesia– Spain–Ediciones B, Fantasy Foundation Indonesia–Noura Slovakia–Slovart Chinese C– Mitzan Publishing*** Recorded Chinese S–Chongqing Israel–Opus Spain–Ediciones B Fantasy Foundation Israel–Opus Thailand–A.R.*** Croatia–Algoritam*** Italy–Fanucci Thailand–Words Wonder*** Chinese S–Chongqing Italy–Fanucci Turkey–Arkadas Czech Rep.–Talpress, Korea–Eunhaengnamu*** Turkey–Dogan Egmont Czech Rep.–Talpress Japan–Hayakawa UK–Gollancz One Hot Book Greek–Metaichmio UK–Gollancz Film/TV–DMG*** Netherlands–De Boekelj*** US–Tor, Recorded Estonia–Pikoprint Netherlands–Volt, US–Delacorte, Audible France–Livre de Poche Poland–MAG World Eng. Audio–Graphic Film/TV–FOX DreamLitt 66 67 Brandon Sanderson New York Times Bestseller New York Times Bestseller & Brandon Sanderson & CHILDREN OF THE NAMELESS Hugo Winner Brandon Sanderson’s latest fantasy novella, Audio-only advances total over $75,000 set in the world of the internationally best- and counting! selling Magic: the Gathering card game. Fans of the game will enjoy a glimpse into the Mainframe wider universe, while newcomers can enjoy THE ORIGINAL Sanderson’s skillfully-spun tale with no prior Hugo Award-winning authors Brandon knowledge of the world necessary. Sanderson and Mary Robinette Kowal team up in this exclusive audio-first production

A collaboration between bestselling SANDERSON

of THE ORIGINAL, a sci-fi thriller set in BRANDON author Brandon Sanderson and a world where one woman fights to know Audio rights available ! her true identity and survive the forces that threaten her very existence. only Since the day she was born, Tacenda has been both blessed and cursed. When her protective spell fails in the night and her Kessig village is attacked, she seeks revenge Winner—2020 Fantasy Award for Best against those whom she believes responsible—the demon-consorting Lord of the Manor... In the near future, humans choose life—for a price. Injectable nanite technology is But there may be more to the attack on her village than Tacenda first thought, and the that flows through every individual wishing to experience the world there may be more to the Lord—the mysterious Davriel Cane—than meets the through the lens of their own theme. While death from mortal wounds is still eye. Secrets abound and it’s up to Tacenda to investigate them. With danger lurking possible, life is made easier in a socially liberated society where renewal stations are around every corner, Tacenda is left with few options. On her to uncover the provided to every law-abiding citizen for weekly check-ins. These stations issue life- truth, Tacenda may have to put her trust in Davriel, and his retinue of demons, in sustaining repairs in exchange for personal privacy. But what becomes of those who order to survive. dare to resist immortality? “The plot is full of twists and turns, the pace reckless, the action as satisfying as When Holly Winseed wakes up in a hospital room, her first thoughts are of her anything else Sanderson’s written…If you’ve ever enjoyed a Sanderson book, you’re husband Jonathan. But he isn’t there. And her near-term memory seems… disjointed. going to love CHILDREN OF THE NAMELESS.” A team of government agents wastes no time with pleasantries telling Holly that –Tor.com she is a Provisional Replica, created in the aftermath of her Original’s conviction “CHILDREN OF THE NAMELESS manages to strike a fantastic balance for murdering their husband Jonathan. Now she has one week to hunt down and between the dramatic and the humorous...it gets a glowing recommendation.” kill her Original. If she succeeds, she’ll assume her Original’s life. If she fails, her –Multiverse in Review nanites deplete and she will die. Holly’s progress is monitored by an assigned contact that feeds her information as she confronts the blank, robotic world around her, “The characters shined brightly and that Sanderson charm spilled over. The story discovering that others view life through the theme of their own choosing. is full of mystery, action, and great interactions...everything you’d expect from a Sanderson book.” With her newly implanted combat and deduction skills, Holly fends off both attacks –Magic: The Gathering Salvation by terrorists and doubts about her own trustworthiness as clues lead her to her Original – and to the truth about Jonathan. In the end, one body remains and one Rights sold: walks away. Questions persist, but one thing is certain: Life will never be the same. Bulgaria–Studio of A Germany–Heyne Chinese C– Greece–Fantastikos Fantasy Foundation Poland–MAG Rights sold: Germany–PRH Germany Czech Rep.–Talpress Turkey–Arkadas Dutch–Saga Egmont Spain–Ediciones B France–Livre de Poche World Eng.–Wizards of the Coast Finland–Saga Egmont World Eng.–Recorded

68 69 Hall of Fame Estates – Mystery Stuart Palmer David Louis Edelman • Randall Garrett • Simon R. Green Hildegarde Withers Mysteries Meyer Levin • Elizabeth Moon • Ellery Queen • Brandon Sanderson THE PUZZLE OF THE HAPPY HOOLIGAN Reprinted for the first time in over 30 years by Otto Penzler’s American Mystery Classics, Stuart Palmer’s iconic mysteries feature crime-solving schoolteacher Hildegarde Withers. The Hildegarde Withers Mysteries series contains 17 delightfully tricky mysteries as well as an anthology of short stories. These riotously funny novels show why Hildegarde Withers was among the most beloved detectives of the Golden Age of American mystery novels.

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World Audio–Audible ESTATES The JABberwocky Hall of Fame World Eng.–Penzler Publishers introduced by Joshua Bilmes Estates – Fantasy Robert Asprin For decades, the books and authors we represent have been harbingers of new eras. You’ll find many examples of that in our Hall of Fame: The Jump Myth Adventures Series 225 trilogy by David Louis Edelman, which is to the closed of 18 titles available in this humorous and thoughtful the app store what was to the original vision of . fantasy series from New York Times bestselling Compulsion, which was one of the progenitors, along with In Cold Blood, author Robert Asprin, beginning with ANOTHER of the true crime novel. and Blue Moon Rising, rule-breaking FINE MYTH (#1) and continuing through fantasy novels that broke the mold and in so doing wrote a new rule book for MYTH-FORTUNES (#18). the genre. And Elizabeth Moon and Brandon Sanderson have each written works that have endured for a decade, and will endure for decades to come. “All the MYTH books are hysterically funny.” –Analog Author Title Page # “Farcical fun that never fails to put a smile on your face and Brandon Sanderson...... Mistborn...... 60 a laugh in your belly. Recommended!” Meyer Levin...... Compulsion...... 74 –Geek Speak Magazine Elizabeth Moon...... The Deed of Paksenarrion...... 75 “If you haven’t read any of this series, you need to pick them up immediately.” –Night Owl Reviews Elizabeth Moon...... The ...... 76 Ellery Queen...... Best of Ellery Queen...... 77 “A charming blend of sly humor and clever characterization.” –SF Site David Louis Edelman...... The Jump 225 Trilogy...... 78 Rights sold: Germany–Blanvalet Randall Garrett...... Lord Darcy...... 79 Czech Rep.–Triton Russia–AST, Origin Simon R. Green...... The Forest Kingdom Books...... 79 Film/TV–Skybound World Eng. Audio–Recorded 70 71 R.A. Lafferty Estates – Science Fiction Estates – Horror H. P. Lovecraft THE BEST OF R.A. LAFFERTY CTHULHU 2000 • A short story collection in the Cthulhu Mythos. This collection includes twenty-two of • The Del Rey edition is in its 7th printing. Lafferty’s most acclaimed and award- winning science fiction stories. Combined “Gobble it up.” “Marvelous.” with introductions from other talented –Kirkus –Midwest Book Review Rights sold: science fiction writers, this title is a Spain–BDE*** Germany–Bastei Lübbe*** compilation of literary gems. US–Del Rey Russia–EKSMO***

New introduction from Neil Gaiman. THE HORROR IN THE MUSEUM & THE WATCHERS OUT OF TIME “Lafferty seems a neglected seer...this book deserves Lovecraft had a circle of friends and fellow writers with a wider audience than it’s found so far.” whom he worked closely. This includes August Derleth, –Los Angeles Review of Books whose posthumous collaborations with Lovecraft complete his final stories. Includes the major novella “Lurker at the Rights sold: Turkey–Ithaki Threshold” and other major stories. Poland–MAG UK–Gollancz Russia–Azbooka US–Tor Rights sold: Poland–Zysk

Czech Rep. (Watchers)– Russia–Azbooka ESTATES “Mindbending, at times hilarious.” Volvox Globator Spain–BDE*** –Publishers Weekly Italy–Fanucci*** US–Del Rey “A great deal of fun.” –Wall Street Journal “H.P. Lovecraft has yet to be surpassed as the twentiest century’s greatest practitioner of the classic horror tale.” “The best short story writer in the world...his stories [are] unclassifiable and odd – and inimitable.” –Neil Gaiman, New York Times bestselling author THE MASK OF CTHULHU Beginning with “The Return of Hastur,” which August R.A. Lafferty’s Past Master was reissued by the Library of America in 2019. Derleth completed posthumously from H. P. Lovecraft’s notes, these stories masterfully expand the horrific cycle of the Cthulhu mythos and its monstrous pantheon.

Winner—World Fantasy Award For Life Achievement THE TRAIL OF CTHULHU Winner—Hugo Award For Best Short Story No one but Derleth could continue the Cthulhu Mythos cycle after the death of its creator. In the tradition of Lovecraft’s Winner—Cordwainer Smith Rediscvoery Award fearful myth-pattern, Dr. Laban Shrewsbury pursues his Winner—Phoenix Award arcane investigations into the secrets of the Ancient Ones to the drowned city of R’lyeh, where the ancient god Cthulhu waits dreaming. Nominated— Rights sold: Nominated—Philip K. Dick Award Chinese C–BWP*** Italy–Mondadori Chinese S–Harbin*** Poland (Mask)–IX, Audioteka Finland–Vaskikirjat Spain–Alianza, BDE Germany–Festa Verlag*** US–

72 73 Meyer Levin Hall of Fame – Estates – Mystery Hall of Fame – Fantasy Elizabeth Moon

COMPULSION, Meyer Levin’s most 34 Years in Print: 1988 to 2021 Over One Million Copies Sold! famous novel, was adapted into a classic film starring Orson Welles. The Deed of Paksenarrion Paksenarrion, a simple sheepfarmer’s COMPULSION daughter, yearns for a life of adventure and Meyer Levin’s classic literary thriller glory. At age seventeen she runs away from introduces the fictionalized case of Leopold home to join a mercenary company and and Loeb, once considered the “crime of begins her epic life. the century,” to a new generation. This incisive psychological portrait of two young SHEEPFARMER’S DAUGHTER (#1) murderers forces us to ask what drives some DIVIDED ALLEGIANCE (#2) further into darkness, and some to OATH OF GOLD (#3) seek redemption. Rights sold: Film/TV–FOX Winner— for Best First Novel Italy–Adelphi “Sustained suspense. A masterly achievement in World Eng.– literary craftsmanship.” Fig Tree, Audible –New York Times Book Review “A model of how to write historically informed fantasy.” –Chicago Sun-Times “The most significant American Jewish writer of his time.” –Los Angeles Times “THE DEED OF PAKSENARRION…stands out not just because it is a Military Fantasy written by a woman about a woman protagonist, but mainly because it is a HALL OF FAME “A landmark .” terrific and engaging story.” –Publishers Weekly –SF Signal “Levin’s masterful skill as a writer and profound psychological insight into the “A superlative fantasy trilogy.” characters produced a powerful, nuanced, and impressively credible depiction of –Booklist two equally—but differently—disturbed minds.” –Daily Beast “Elizabeth Moon has created a true hero.” “Levin’s lightly fictionalized masterpiece–so true to reality that Leopold himself –The News of Salem famously sued the author–remains the most gripping, psychologically penetrating, “Superb. The perfect entry into fantasy.” and purely readable account of one of America’s most sensational crimes.” –OtherRealms –Harold Schetchter, author of The Mad Sculptor

The 30th anniversary edition of SHEEPFARMER’S DAUGHTER and Other classics from Meyer Levin include The Obsession, The reissues of all three books now available from Baen! Fanatic, The Spell of Time, The Stronghold, The Settlers, The Harvest, The Architect, Citizens, and Classic Hassidic Tales. Rights sold: Czech Rep.–Baronet*** Poland–MAG*** France– Russia–Azbooka*** Bibliotheque Interdite*** Sweden–Bonniers*** Italy–Mondadori*** UK–Orbit Norway–Tiden*** US–Baen 74 75 Elizabeth Moon Hall of Fame – Science Fiction Hall of Fame – Mystery Ellery Queen SPEED OF DARK REASONS TO PUBLISH ELLERY QUEEN: Name Recognition – The Ellery Queen name is known Set in the first half of the , Lou far and wide in the mystery world. It’s as widely recognized Arrendale is an autistic man working in data among fans of the genre as , Hercule Poirot, analysis. When his company’s new owner or . orders that Lou try an experimental “cure” for autism, Lou finds himself struggling with Backlist – The Dannay and Lee Estates have reclaimed the the impact such a treatment would have on domestic publishing rights to almost 80 novels and six short the way he views the world. story collections.

“Well-written, intelligent, quite moving. Moon Worldwide Appeal – The Queen novels continue to be places the reader inside the world of an autistic popular overseas. Ellery Queen has over two dozen titles in [man] and unflinchingly conveys the authenticity of print in Italy, China, Japan, and Denmark, with other titles in his situation.” countries around the world. –Kirkus, Starred review! Built in Promotion – Every month Ellery Queen’s name Winner—Nebula Award is front and center before the eyes of thousands of mystery fans via Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine, the world’s preeminent Finalist—Arthur C. Clarke Prize For Best Novel mystery anthology magazine. “Compelling…a poignant earnestness that borders on the philosophical and showcases Moon’s gift for characterization.” Multiple companies have been in –Publishers Weekly touch about TV rights, following the “[Elizabeth Moon has] been writing great science fiction for years…[this is] a highly successful debut of HBO’s sensitive treatment of the world of an autistic man set in the not too distant future.” Perry Mason series. HALL OF FAME – of London Stay tuned! “A lot of novels promise to change the way a reader sees the world; THE SPEED OF DARK actually does.” Most Popular Titles: –Washington Post Book World Calamity Town The Roman Hat Mystery “THE SPEED OF DARK makes me remember why I love Moon for her ability to Cat of Many Tails A Study in Terror immerse me in the thought processes of a sympathetic, transparent protagonist.” Drury Lane’s Last Case There Was an Old Woman –The AV Club The Dutch Shoe Mystery The Tragedy of “Significant and evocative […] While the theme must have an enormous emotional The French Powder Mystery The Tragedy of Y charge for Elizabeth Moon, she does not forget she is a novelist.” The Murderer is a Fox The Tragedy of Z –Le Monde (France) Rights sold: Chinese C– France–L’Archipel Portugal–Porto Editora Rights sold: Hungary–Ulpius*** Serbia–Neor*** Cite Publishing*** Germany–Piper Russia–Corpus Chinese C–Ecus Israel–Graff Spain–Ediciones B*** Chinese S– Greece–Brainfood Spain–BDE, Navona Chinese S–New Star*** Italy–Mondadori*** Thailand–ARIP*** Shangai 99, New Star Italy–Mondadori, Einaudi Sweden–Deckarhyllan Czech Rep.–Baronet*** Japan–Hayakawa*** Turkey–Nemisis*** Czech Rep.– Japan–Hayakawa, UK–Orion Film/TV–Stone Village Korea–Prunscoop UK–Little Brown Volvox Globator, Kadokawa, Kokusho US–Penzler Publishers France– Poland–ISA*** US–Del Rey Czech Television Korea–Slgongsa, Vietnam–Huy Hoang Presses de la Cite*** Portugal–Presenca*** World Eng. Audio–Audible Denmark– Booksphere World Eng. Audio– Germany–DTV*** Romania–Millenium Lindhardt & Ringhof Poland–Zysk Blackstone 76 77 David Louis Edelman Hall of Fame – Science Fiction Hall of Fame – Fantasy Randall Garrett The Jump 225 Trilogy The Lord Darcy Series Computers have gone from being physical “Some of the finest fantasy ever written… machines to programs that can be housed in will certainly guarantee him a human bodies. And of course there are Apps lasting place in the genre.” to download, and a lucrative market free-for- –SF Chronicle all to design and sell the best of those Apps. (Chosen as one of the Best Fantasies of 2002) Natch is a genius programmer who’ll do “Garrett’s writing style is as elegant and charming as his anything to climb to the top of the App setting, and his mastery of atmosphere is admirable…Garrett’s sales charts. series is in fact one of the best of the genre-benders…The stories deftly combine elements of mystery, espionage, suspense, Tolkienesque GEOSYNCHRON (#3) fantasy, science fiction, the techno-thriller, CSI-style forensic mystery, and “This smart, idiosyncratic blend of , swashbuckling .” –National Review libertarian entrepreneurship, and social engineering will stand as a seminal work of 21st century SF.” “Maddeningly intricate, well reasoned and great fun. [Randall Garrett’s] world was –Locus as utterly real as his characters, and his mysteries were of the first caliber.” Rights sold: –Simon R. Green, New York Times bestselling author Greece–Dokos*** “The Jump 225 trilogy is a must-read, an instant Poland–Fabryka Slow*** classic...and could cast a long shadow for many years Rights sold: World Eng.–Baen, Audible to come.” Czech Rep.–Banshies*** Korea–Happy Reading UK–Gollancz –SFF World Film/TV–AIP*** Thailand– US–Baen*** France–Editions Mnemos A.R. Business Press*** World Eng. Audio– Other titles in this series: Italy–Mondadori*** Turkey–Ithaki Audible***

INFOQUAKE (#1) Simon R. Green Hall of Fame – Fantasy HALL OF FAME MULTIREAL(#2) The Forest Kingdom Series “Bursting with invention and panache.” BLUE MOON RISING (#1) –Publishers Weekly • In print for over 30 years! “[Edelman] moves quickly from scene to scene, building suspense with believable • Over 130,000 copies sold in the US characters and in-the-know technical expertise.” • Green’s first and most beloved “big book” fantasy –Library Journal • Launched this New York Times bestselling author’s career

INFOQUAKE: Bookgasm’s Best SF Books of 2006 “Easily my favorite of Simon Green’s fantasy novels.” –Science Fiction Chronicle MULTIREAL: SFF World’s Favourite 5 SF of 2008 GEOSYNCHRON: Best of 2010 by SFF World, B&N Book Club This series also includes BLOOD AND HONOR (#2), DOWN AMONG THE DEAD MEN (#3), BEYOND THE BLUE MOON (#4), and ONCE IN A BLUE MOON (#5).

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