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I would buy it just for the star map (of all the cosmere worlds) that will be included. I'm also not that into anthologies so I am excited to get all the cosmere stories in one place. I've held off buying Mistborn a secret history bc I knew this book would be a way to get a physical copy. Add in the Lift novella and that makes Arcanum unbounded a no brainer for me.

Sanderson is one of my favorite authors, but there are others just as good if not better: Ken Liu-Grace of Kings and now Wall of Storms just released Marc Turner- chronicle of the exile series Joe Abercrombie- First law Brian Durfee- Forgetting moon (first of five) released last month, but one of the best opening to a series I have ever read Steven Erikson- Malazan (Gardens of the moon is kind of weak though, but deadhouse gates and beyond are excellent)

The next one, Midnight Tides, might be my favorite one. MT is a very divisive book, much like the entire malazan series, most either love it or hate it. It is different in that it introduces the third big storyline, has no brideburners, and everything takes place in a whole new continent with a brand new cast.

We might be getting the sequel sooner than we thought; although its still unclear at this point. This from the Krammer Reading facebook page: Another Brandon Sanderson(I think it will be part of The Rithmatist series--I don't have all the details yet) later this fall (Macmillan). And for the civil war buffs, a gorgeous story about journalist Sam Wilkeson and his son Bayard (Blackstone).

Thanks for the detailed answere. I have read all three books of the powder mage trilogy, but thought it was just okay. I was really surprised i didn't love it, because I love military fantasy, and revolutionary france history. I think I had a problem connecting with any of the characters. Most reviewers were more enthusiastic so it might just be me. I did finish it so, thats something. I am very critical with books and give up on more than I finish.

The only authors that I know of, who were former students of Sanderson's creative writing class, are Brian Mclellan (powder mage trilogy) and Christopher Husberg (chaos queen quintet). I just started Husberg's book and its very good so far. Does anyone know of any others?

Sorry for the thread hijack, but I just finished listening to Name of the Wind and wanted to share some thoughts. Sorry for spelling isssues, but like I said I listned to it. Really good narrator, the author is a great wordsmith, and parts of it are really engaging (couldn't wait to find out what happens). On the downside slow beginning, Denna annoyed me, and that whole Draccus bit lasted forever and was a little anticlimactic. All in all a really good listen and look forward to the next one. Any estimates for the release of book 3? Next year?

Welcome! If all you have read is Mistborn and White Sand then you have a lot to keep you busy for the future: Elantris, Stormlight Archives, Warbreaker etc.

Love the Malazan series as well, but its definitely not for everyone. Have you read Fall of Light? It was the first malazan book that I have been dissapointed by. R.A. Salvatore imo, like Terry Brooks and Eddings, is a great intro to fantasy, but not something I would read as a adult.

Traitor son is not gritty and would only read the first...big drop in quality after that imo. If Morgan's Steel Remains doesn't bother you then 2nd apocalypse shouldn't be a shock

Sanderson's writing style reminds me a lot of Raymond Feist and Michael Sullivan.

Welcome! Also, the cookies are delicious you will feel better once you partake.

My copy finally arrived in the mail and I read it on day. I liked it! It seems like many of the complaints consist of a: people didn't know its 1/3 of a story b: poor quality of digital copy c. People don't like graphic novels. I'm not huge into graphic novels, but I do like Bone by Jeff Smith and Cerebus. Its far from Sanderson's best creation, but still enjoyable enough I will continue to buy them...despite the fact that, in my opinion, it is very much overpriced.

I've been listening to The Name of the Wind audiobook while I exercise and am really enjoying it. I have never read the books before, so everything is new for me. The narrator is doing a fantastic job and the story went from ok to great as soon as Kvoth got to the university. Oh and, in case anyone wants to be a wet blanket, I know that book three is going to be a long time coming...thank goodness for Sanderson!

Evidently Brandon has been working on a new novella that I don't remember him mentioning before. It will be published by a new publisher. Here are the details: Original Sanderson Novella: Snapshot 6/18/2016 0 Comments New York Times bestseller Brandon Sanderson is often cited as being one of the most influential fantasy authors in the business. From Mistborn to The Wheel of Time to The Stormlight Archive, his ability to channel his unique imagination and creativity into his fiction has won over fans across the world. In addition to these massive works of wonder, Sanderson has also carved out a place among the best authors of novella-length fiction with the Legion series and the Hugo Award-winning The Emperor’s Soul. In his newest novella, Snapshot, Sanderson’s skill and imagination are on full display. About the Book Snapshot is a Science Fiction detective story following Anthony Davis, a cop assigned to Snapshot Duty. In this vivid world that author Brandon Sanderson has built, society can create a snapshot of a specific day in time. The experiences people have, the paths they follow—all of them are real again for a one day in the snapshot. All for the purposes of investigation by the court. Davis’s job as a cop on Snapshot Duty is straight forward. Sometimes he is tasked with finding where a criminal dumped a weapon. Sometimes he is tasked with documenting domestic disputes. Simple. Mundane. One day, in between two snapshot assignments, Davis decides to investigate the memory of a call that was mysteriously never logged at the precinct, and he makes a horrifying discovery. As in all many stories, Snapshot follows a wonderfully flawed character as he attempts to solve a horrific crime. Sanderson proves that no matter the genre, he is one of the most skilled storytellers in the business. Edition Details All editions of Snapshot will feature the following: Full-color dust-jacket Full-color, interior illustrations An introduction by Brandon Sanderson An in-depth interview with author, Brandon Sanderson Printed on 60# acid-free paper Smyth sewn for durability Foil stamping on the front boards and spine Bound in leather Personally signed by Brandon Sanderson Numbered & Limited Edition: Limited to 2500 copies Hand-numbered Lettered Edition: Limited to up to only 52 copies Hand-lettered Housed in a custom traycase Will contain art not in the other editions. http://www.vaultbooks.pub/news/the-brandon-sanderson-announcement

I would recommend Mistborn. The first trilogy is completed and the second arc is nearly so. In regards to stormlight: how well grounded are you in the fantasy genre? If you have read and enjoyed the Malazan, Wheel of time, and The Prince of nothing series then Stormlight should be easy. If not then be forwarned there is a lot going on and pieces moving. Also the pacing is a little slow (in my opinion)...I'm sure others will disagree. I had to have a paradigm shift and just enjoy the ride rather than look for rapid plot advancement. Oh and in case you get the wrong idea I love SA, but believe Mistborn is a better starting point.

Well there are no assurances that it will be collected in a omnibus. I heard that they are not even doing a paperback release. I don't know much about the comic industry, but the graphic novel adaption of The First Law trilogy by Joe Abercrombie is now selling for hundreds of dollars on amazon. That probably will not happen with White Sand, but why risk it? I just bit the bullet and payed for it.

It usually takes 4 years or so for a SA book to come out plus he said there will be a longer gap between beginning the second arc (book 6). My guess is 2046

Welcome! In two years you have read all of Sanderson including WoK 25 times! If that isn't a hyperbole it must be some sort of record. I don't know if I should be impressed or worried for your sanity

I checked out at the library The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. Evans; it covers the origins to 1933. It is absolutely fascinating, but dense...I can only read about 8 pgs before I lose concentration and my mind wonders. I'm reading only 10 pgs a day, in addition to my usual SF and Fantasy books and I realized, I could never finish it in three weeks so I bought a copy.

I posted this in the release date thread of General Brandon discussion, but here it is... Brandon did a reddit q and a a few days ago and it looks like a November 2017 release. Brandon explained: Originally, Peter asked for eighteen months, and I was pushing for six months, from finishing. (In reference to the publication date.) Eventually, we compromised on a year, assuming we were able to make workable this method of editing sections as I finished them. So the whole year thing is already accounting for the new revision style. November or October next year is very likely.

I'm going through all the episodes of Castle for the first time (currently on season 7). Its a fun show, but its certainly not reinventing the wheel or amything. I've been mixing it with rewatching Fringe, which is one of my all time favorite shows.

Brandon did a reddit q and a a few days ago and it looks like a November 2017 release. Brandon explained: Originally, Peter asked for eighteen months, and I was pushing for six months, from finishing. (In reference to the publication date.) Eventually, we compromised on a year, assuming we were able to make workable this method of editing sections as I finished them. So the whole year thing is already accounting for the new revision style. November or October next year is very likely.

I'm taking a small break from my Black Company reread (after finishing Dreams of Steel) to start The Dragonbone Chair by Tad Williams. Its supposed to be a genre classic, so I thought I'd give it a try. Its been been on the back burner for awhile now; mainly because it seems like it embraces so many familiar tropes. I tend to go for books that try something different.

Changes is my personal favorite of the series followed closely by Dead Beat. Today I got around to buying White Sand and also got Skin Game to round off the order for free shipping. I own all the Dresden Audiobooks, my preferred way of experiencing the Dresden novels, but I'm slowly collecting the physical copies as well.