David farland (609 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. After saving Oregon from a nuclear crisis and revealing the plight of enslaved micedom to the human population, Amber, the valiant mouse wizard, and her partner Ben, the once-human mouse, head to Disneyland for a much-deserved vacation. But greater trouble lurks ahead. Mouse mentor Lady Blackpool prophesies that the Ever Shade, an ancient evil force, will soon be returning to the earth. Then the mice receive word taht Belle Z. Bug, a giant mutant fly associated with the Ever Shade, has hatched in a Los Angeles landfill. In the twitch of a whisker, Belle Z. Bug's seductive multilevel marketing campaign enslaves a massive army of unsuspecting flies and throws the human race into chaos. When the mice's plane falls under attack, they join forces with the indomitable Harold Schortzenbeggar (governor-extraordinaire of California) to confront their common enemy. But their recent battle with evil wormlord Sebaceous Ooze sapped the heroes' vital powers. Will the victories won in Of Mice and Magic and The Wizard of Ooze come to naught as they face the sinister Lord of the Flies. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. After saving Oregon from a nuclear crisis and revealing the plight of enslaved micedom to the human population, Amber, the valiant mouse wizard, and her partner Ben, the once-human mouse, head to Disneyland for a much-deserved vacation. But greater trouble lurks ahead. Mouse mentor Lady Blackpool prophesies that the Ever Shade, an ancient evil force, will soon be returning to the earth. Then the mice receive word taht Belle Z. Bug, a giant mutant fly associated with the Ever Shade, has hatched in a Los Angeles landfill. In the twitch of a whisker, Belle Z. Bug's seductive multilevel marketing campaign enslaves a massive army of unsuspecting flies and throws the human race into chaos. When the mice's plane falls under attack, they join forces with the indomitable Harold Schortzenbeggar (governor-extraordinaire of California) to confront their common enemy. But their recent battle with evil wormlord Sebaceous Ooze sapped the heroes' vital powers. Will the victories won in Of Mice and Magic and The Wizard of Ooze come to naught as they face the sinister Lord of the Flies. …

Zustand: Very Good. The towering third book of the immensely popular Farland epic, The Runelords Certain works of fantasy are immediately recognizable as monuments, towering above the rest of the category. Authors of those works, such as Stephen R. Donaldson, J.R.R. Tolkien, Robert Jordan and Terry Goodkind, come immediately to mind. Now add David Farland to that list, whose epic fantasy series began with The Runelords. Praise for David Farland's epic series: In Brotherhood of the Wolf, David Farland continues the intriguing premise he established in The Runelords, but with more intensity in every way. . . Clearly, this is becoming a masterwork of history-spanning fantasy.--Kevin J. Anderson, co-author of Dune: House Atreides The Runelords is a first rate tale, an epic fantasy that more than delivers on its promise. Read it soon and treat yourself to an adventure you won't forget.--Terry Brooks The Runelords heralds the arrival of a serious contender for the Jordan crown. This book is full of magic and myth, valor, treachery and bravery; all wrapped around a masterful epic adventure. This massive tale is woven together with the skill of a superior storyteller, making it a the start of a continuing story that will thrill readers for years to come.-Michael Stackpole.…

Zustand: Good. The towering third book of the immensely popular Farland epic, The Runelords Certain works of fantasy are immediately recognizable as monuments, towering above the rest of the category. Authors of those works, such as Stephen R. Donaldson, J.R.R. Tolkien, Robert Jordan and Terry Goodkind, come immediately to mind. Now add David Farland to that list, whose epic fantasy series began with The Runelords. Praise for David Farland's epic series: In Brotherhood of the Wolf, David Farland continues the intriguing premise he established in The Runelords, but with more intensity in every way. . . Clearly, this is becoming a masterwork of history-spanning fantasy.--Kevin J. Anderson, co-author of Dune: House Atreides The Runelords is a first rate tale, an epic fantasy that more than delivers on its promise. Read it soon and treat yourself to an adventure you won't forget.--Terry Brooks The Runelords heralds the arrival of a serious contender for the Jordan crown. This book is full of magic and myth, valor, treachery and bravery; all wrapped around a masterful epic adventure. This massive tale is woven together with the skill of a superior storyteller, making it a the start of a continuing story that will thrill readers for years to come.-Michael Stackpole.…

Zustand: Fair. The towering third book of the immensely popular Farland epic, The Runelords Certain works of fantasy are immediately recognizable as monuments, towering above the rest of the category. Authors of those works, such as Stephen R. Donaldson, J.R.R. Tolkien, Robert Jordan and Terry Goodkind, come immediately to mind. Now add David Farland to that list, whose epic fantasy series began with The Runelords. Praise for David Farland's epic series: In Brotherhood of the Wolf, David Farland continues the intriguing premise he established in The Runelords, but with more intensity in every way. . . Clearly, this is becoming a masterwork of history-spanning fantasy.--Kevin J. Anderson, co-author of Dune: House Atreides The Runelords is a first rate tale, an epic fantasy that more than delivers on its promise. Read it soon and treat yourself to an adventure you won't forget.--Terry Brooks The Runelords heralds the arrival of a serious contender for the Jordan crown. This book is full of magic and myth, valor, treachery and bravery; all wrapped around a masterful epic adventure. This massive tale is woven together with the skill of a superior storyteller, making it a the start of a continuing story that will thrill readers for years to come.-Michael Stackpole.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. Certain works of fantasy are immediately recognizable as monuments, towering above the rest of the category. They have been written by the likes of Stephen R. Donaldson, Robert Jordan, and Terry Goodkind. Now add to that list David Farland, whose epic fantasy series began with The Runelords, continued in Brotherhood of the Wolf and the New York Times bestseller Wizardborn, and reaches its peak now in The Lair of Bones.Prince Gaborn, the Earth King, has defeated the forces arrayed against him each time before: the magical and human forces marshaled by Raj Ahten, who seeks immortality at any cost and has given up his humanity in trade; and the inhuman, innumerable, insectile hordes of the giant Reavers from under the Earth, whose motives are unknowable, but inimical to human life. Now there must be final confrontations, both on the field of battle, with the supernatural creature that Raj Ahten has become, and underground, in the cavernous homeland of the Reavers, where the sorcerous One True Master who rules them all lies in wait--in the Lair of Bones. The survival of the human race on Earth is at stake.…

Zustand: good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly. …

Mass Market Paperback. Zustand: Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Mass Market Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Reprint. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Mass Market Paperback. Zustand: Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Let your imagination run wild. If you're ready to travel to a universe of mystery, sacrifice, and suspense, where the laws of physics are optional, book your journey here. On this odyssey of enchantment, enlightenment, and endless possibility, you will meet a murderer who's out to save mankind, a cyborg who robs the dead to rescue the living, and a lost boy who holds the key to peace. Discover visions of the world, of mankind, and of the future that are sure to open your eyes. Every illustration will touch you. Every word will move you. Every idea will take you by surprise. Just imagine. Bonus: Learn how to write or improve your craft with tips from award-winning and bestselling author and editor Mike Resnickand New York Timesbestselling author L. Ron Hubbard. Internationally renowned artist, Rob Prior, shares tips of the trade for aspiring illustrators. "It's one of the forces that keep science fiction alive."--Orson Scott Card The 35th collection of winners of the Writers and Illustrators of the Future competition features expertly crafted stories and art, spanning the gamut from hardcore sci-fi to epic fantasy.12 stories so fresh and new, they're 5-10 years ahead of the curve--the future is literally here and now. Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests' blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in sci-fi and fantasy. Created by L. Ron Hubbard, whose commitment to help new writers and artists gave rise to the annual Writers of the Future anthologies--a launching pad for writers and artists who are sure to command our attention for decades to come. The 24 award-winning sci-fi and fantasy authors and illustrators are accompanied by New York Timesbestselling authors L. Ron Hubbard, Rebecca Moesta, Mike Resnick, Dean Wesley Smith, and world-class artists Rob Priorand Echo Chernikand edited by David Farland. Aliya Chen; Alexander Gustafson; Yingying Jiang; Sam Kemp; Qianjiao Ma; Allen Morris; Jennifer Ober; Josh Pemberton; Emerson Rabbit; Christine Rhee; Vytas Vasiliauskas; Alice Wang; David Furnal; Brian C. Hailes (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Let your imagination run wild. If you're ready to travel to a universe of mystery, sacrifice, and suspense, where the laws of physics are optional, book your journey here. On this odyssey of enchantment, enlightenment, and endless possibility, you will meet a murderer who's out to save mankind, a cyborg who robs the dead to rescue the living, and a lost boy who holds the key to peace. Discover visions of the world, of mankind, and of the future that are sure to open your eyes. Every illustration will touch you. Every word will move you. Every idea will take you by surprise. Just imagine. Bonus: Learn how to write or improve your craft with tips from award-winning and bestselling author and editor Mike Resnickand New York Timesbestselling author L. Ron Hubbard. Internationally renowned artist, Rob Prior, shares tips of the trade for aspiring illustrators. "It's one of the forces that keep science fiction alive."--Orson Scott Card The 35th collection of winners of the Writers and Illustrators of the Future competition features expertly crafted stories and art, spanning the gamut from hardcore sci-fi to epic fantasy.12 stories so fresh and new, they're 5-10 years ahead of the curve--the future is literally here and now. Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests' blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in sci-fi and fantasy. Created by L. Ron Hubbard, whose commitment to help new writers and artists gave rise to the annual Writers of the Future anthologies--a launching pad for writers and artists who are sure to command our attention for decades to come. The 24 award-winning sci-fi and fantasy authors and illustrators are accompanied by New York Timesbestselling authors L. Ron Hubbard, Rebecca Moesta, Mike Resnick, Dean Wesley Smith, and world-class artists Rob Priorand Echo Chernikand edited by David Farland. Aliya Chen; Alexander Gustafson; Yingying Jiang; Sam Kemp; Qianjiao Ma; Allen Morris; Jennifer Ober; Josh Pemberton; Emerson Rabbit; Christine Rhee; Vytas Vasiliauskas; Alice Wang; David Furnal; Brian C. Hailes (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Let your imagination run wild. If you're ready to travel to a universe of mystery, sacrifice, and suspense, where the laws of physics are optional, book your journey here. On this odyssey of enchantment, enlightenment, and endless possibility, you will meet a murderer who's out to save mankind, a cyborg who robs the dead to rescue the living, and a lost boy who holds the key to peace. Discover visions of the world, of mankind, and of the future that are sure to open your eyes. Every illustration will touch you. Every word will move you. Every idea will take you by surprise. Just imagine. Bonus: Learn how to write or improve your craft with tips from award-winning and bestselling author and editor Mike Resnickand New York Timesbestselling author L. Ron Hubbard. Internationally renowned artist, Rob Prior, shares tips of the trade for aspiring illustrators. "It's one of the forces that keep science fiction alive."--Orson Scott Card The 35th collection of winners of the Writers and Illustrators of the Future competition features expertly crafted stories and art, spanning the gamut from hardcore sci-fi to epic fantasy.12 stories so fresh and new, they're 5-10 years ahead of the curve--the future is literally here and now. Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests' blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in sci-fi and fantasy. Created by L. Ron Hubbard, whose commitment to help new writers and artists gave rise to the annual Writers of the Future anthologies--a launching pad for writers and artists who are sure to command our attention for decades to come. The 24 award-winning sci-fi and fantasy authors and illustrators are accompanied by New York Timesbestselling authors L. Ron Hubbard, Rebecca Moesta, Mike Resnick, Dean Wesley Smith, and world-class artists Rob Priorand Echo Chernikand edited by David Farland. Aliya Chen; Alexander Gustafson; Yingying Jiang; Sam Kemp; Qianjiao Ma; Allen Morris; Jennifer Ober; Josh Pemberton; Emerson Rabbit; Christine Rhee; Vytas Vasiliauskas; Alice Wang; David Furnal; Brian C. Hailes (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Aliya Chen; Alexander Gustafson; Yingying Jiang; Sam Kemp; Qianjiao Ma; Allen Morris; Jennifer Ober; Josh Pemberton; Emerson Rabbit; Christine Rhee; Vytas Vasiliauskas; Alice Wang; David Furnal; Brian C. Hailes (illustrator). …

Mass Market Paperback. Zustand: Fair. 1st, First Edition, First Printing. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Mass Market Paperback. Zustand: Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Writers of the Future Vol 34: #1 Bestselling Sci-Fi & Fantasy Short Stories of the YearPaperback - April 10, 2018 24 Award-Winning Authors and Illustrators Accompanied by Orson Scott Card, Brandon Sanderson, Jody Lynn Nye, Jerry Pournelle, Cirueloand Echo Chernik Edited by David Farland Your search for something new and different in sci-fi and fantasy ends here. Presenting this year's collection of fresh voices, fabulous worlds, and fantastic new characters. Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests' blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in sci-fi and fantasy. Created by L. Ron Hubbard, whose commitment to helping new writers and artists gave rise to the annual Writers of the Future anthologies--a launching pad for writers and artists who are sure to command our attention for decades to come. "Writers of the Future, as a contest and as a book, remains the flagship of short fiction." --Orson Scott Card "The best new stories by new writers, anywhere." --Larry Niven "These are the people who are going to be creating trends." --Brandon Sanderson "Science fiction as a genre has always looked to the future and the Writers of the Future looks to the future of science fiction." --Kevin J. Anderson "See the best of the best culled for you, curated and selected in a single volume every year." --Robert J. Sawyer Wondrous and powerful tales from some of the world's best new writers: Turnabout--Djinn are famous for twisting your words so they don't really grant your wish, but two can play that game. A Smokeless and Scorching Fire--Deacon is a government official, and he's afraid he'll stay that way if he can't break his conditioning. The Howler on the Sales Floor--It's easy making sales when you can send images of despair into the hearts of your clients. The Minarets of An-Zabat--Alder seeks the secrets of the Windcallers' magic, but his curiosity may destroy the people he loves. The Death Flyer--Jim Bellamy tries to save the life of a girl who died in the wreckage of a train ten years ago. Odd and Ugly--A tree giant takes in a housekeeper, but she has more secrets than either of them can handle. Mara's Shadow--An ancient myth might provide the key to curing a disease that threatens all of humanity. The Lesson--A lesson on philosophy in action turns into a deadly encounter. What Lies Beneath--A powerful sorcerer has so disgraced himself, he is afraid of what his family will think should he ever die and meet them on the other side. The Face in the Box--Cara discovers a floating farm parked over her land, blocking the sunlight, and must confront the driver. Flee, My Pretty One--In a world controlled by dragons and their henchmen, rock singer Josephine really only wants "death to all collaborators." Illusion--Even a court wizard will struggle to fight off armies if his weapons pack no actual punch. A Bitter Thing--You can put an end to something wondrous, but only at a cost. Miss Smokey--Lily's ability to shift shapes into a bear offers some strange challenges. All Light and Darkness--On a far world, a nameless man meets a woman of ancient genetic stock, and when trouble follows in his wake, he must choose: her life or his humanity. Adar Darnov; Kyna Tek; Sidney Lugo; Brenda Rodriguez; Reyna Rochin; Quintin Gleim; Bea Jackson; Jazmen Richardson; Anthony Moravian; Duncan Halleck; Maksym Polishchuk; Bruce Brenneise; Alana Fletcher; Ven Locklear; David Farland (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Writers of the Future Vol 34: #1 Bestselling Sci-Fi & Fantasy Short Stories of the YearPaperback - April 10, 2018 24 Award-Winning Authors and Illustrators Accompanied by Orson Scott Card, Brandon Sanderson, Jody Lynn Nye, Jerry Pournelle, Cirueloand Echo Chernik Edited by David Farland Your search for something new and different in sci-fi and fantasy ends here. Presenting this year's collection of fresh voices, fabulous worlds, and fantastic new characters. Each year, the Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contests' blue-ribbon judges search the world to discover and introduce to you the very best new talent in sci-fi and fantasy. Created by L. Ron Hubbard, whose commitment to helping new writers and artists gave rise to the annual Writers of the Future anthologies--a launching pad for writers and artists who are sure to command our attention for decades to come. "Writers of the Future, as a contest and as a book, remains the flagship of short fiction." --Orson Scott Card "The best new stories by new writers, anywhere." --Larry Niven "These are the people who are going to be creating trends." --Brandon Sanderson "Science fiction as a genre has always looked to the future and the Writers of the Future looks to the future of science fiction." --Kevin J. Anderson "See the best of the best culled for you, curated and selected in a single volume every year." --Robert J. Sawyer Wondrous and powerful tales from some of the world's best new writers: Turnabout--Djinn are famous for twisting your words so they don't really grant your wish, but two can play that game. A Smokeless and Scorching Fire--Deacon is a government official, and he's afraid he'll stay that way if he can't break his conditioning. The Howler on the Sales Floor--It's easy making sales when you can send images of despair into the hearts of your clients. The Minarets of An-Zabat--Alder seeks the secrets of the Windcallers' magic, but his curiosity may destroy the people he loves. The Death Flyer--Jim Bellamy tries to save the life of a girl who died in the wreckage of a train ten years ago. Odd and Ugly--A tree giant takes in a housekeeper, but she has more secrets than either of them can handle. Mara's Shadow--An ancient myth might provide the key to curing a disease that threatens all of humanity. The Lesson--A lesson on philosophy in action turns into a deadly encounter. What Lies Beneath--A powerful sorcerer has so disgraced himself, he is afraid of what his family will think should he ever die and meet them on the other side. The Face in the Box--Cara discovers a floating farm parked over her land, blocking the sunlight, and must confront the driver. Flee, My Pretty One--In a world controlled by dragons and their henchmen, rock singer Josephine really only wants "death to all collaborators." Illusion--Even a court wizard will struggle to fight off armies if his weapons pack no actual punch. A Bitter Thing--You can put an end to something wondrous, but only at a cost. Miss Smokey--Lily's ability to shift shapes into a bear offers some strange challenges. All Light and Darkness--On a far world, a nameless man meets a woman of ancient genetic stock, and when trouble follows in his wake, he must choose: her life or his humanity. Adar Darnov; Kyna Tek; Sidney Lugo; Brenda Rodriguez; Reyna Rochin; Quintin Gleim; Bea Jackson; Jazmen Richardson; Anthony Moravian; Duncan Halleck; Maksym Polishchuk; Bruce Brenneise; Alana Fletcher; Ven Locklear; David Farland (illustrator).…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. The towering third book of the immensely popular Farland epic, The Runelords Certain works of fantasy are immediately recognizable as monuments, towering above the rest of the category. Authors of those works, such as Stephen R. Donaldson, J.R.R. Tolkien, Robert Jordan and Terry Goodkind, come immediately to mind. Now add David Farland to that list, whose epic fantasy series began with The Runelords. Praise for David Farland's epic series: In Brotherhood of the Wolf, David Farland continues the intriguing premise he established in The Runelords, but with more intensity in every way. . . Clearly, this is becoming a masterwork of history-spanning fantasy.--Kevin J. Anderson, co-author of Dune: House Atreides The Runelords is a first rate tale, an epic fantasy that more than delivers on its promise. Read it soon and treat yourself to an adventure you won't forget.--Terry Brooks The Runelords heralds the arrival of a serious contender for the Jordan crown. This book is full of magic and myth, valor, treachery and bravery; all wrapped around a masterful epic adventure. This massive tale is woven together with the skill of a superior storyteller, making it a the start of a continuing story that will thrill readers for years to come.-Michael Stackpole.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. First Edition. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Soar to new heights of Science Fiction & Fantasy. Who are the top science fiction writers and illustrators of the future? The answer is here. Get to know tomorrow''s brightest creative talents chosen by some of today''s bestselling authors and celebrated artists including Kevin J. Anderson, Orson Scott Card, Larry Elmore, Brandon Sanderson, Dan dos Santos, and Robert J. Sawyer. Enterbrilliantly realized worlds of dystopian politics, magical realism, post-apocalyptic adventure and romance, dark fantasy and more. Exploreuniverses of unlimited possibility in which a cereal box becomes a Pandora''s box of good and evil . . . a troupe of artistic androids risk everything to catch the eye of a critic . . . and the foundation of a family, the very key to their existence, is not only inhabiting a home, but becoming it. Discoverthe writers who push the boundaries--and break beyond them . . . the illustrators who envision the impossible--and render it real . . . the stories that challenge the way we see ourselves--and see the world in a new way. The future of science fiction and fantasy is in your hands. Anthology includes: 12 award-winning stories, 16 full-color illustrations, 4 bonus stories, and 4 articles offering art and writing tips. ___________________________ 4 bonus short stories by L. Ron Hubbard, Katherine Kurtz, Jody Lynn Nye and Nnedi Okorafor. "Borrowed Glory" by L. Ron Hubbard: For a single day of glory and the settlement of a dispute among immortals, a life can be a satisfactory price. "The Green Tower" by Katherine Kurtz: The magic is strong in the Green Tower, and two young girls struggle to discover its secrets. "The Phoenix''s Peace" by Jody Lynn Nye: The Phoenix has always been the guardian of Dembia. Now there''s trouble in the land, and mysteriously, the Phoenix has left two golden eggs. "The Winds of Harmattan" by Nnedi Okorafor: A young woman seeks her destiny in the African winds of Harmattan. ___________________________ Art and writing tips by Echo Chernik, L. Ron Hubbard, Mike Perkins, and Sean Williams. "The Illustrators of the Future Contest and the Art of This Anthology" by Echo Chernik: As a successful advertising and publishing illustrator, Illustrators of the Future Coordinating Judge and art director, Echo gives the story behind the cherished art included in this anthology. "Steps in the Right Direction" by L. Ron Hubbard: In this interview, Ron describes the practical philosophy and energetic disciplines he applied with such telling success to his own career as a professional author. "Breaking In" by Mike Perkins: Marvel and DC artist for Captain America, Thor, and Spider-Man shares valuable advice for anyone wanting to make it as a professional artist and illustrator. "Making Collaboration Work for You or Co-writing with Larry and Sean" by Sean Williams: New York Timesbestselling author, provides insight on the pitfalls and advantages of collaborating with another author. ___________________________ "Science fiction as a genre has always looked to the future and the Writers of the Future looks to the future of science fiction." --Kevin J. Anderson "Writers of the Future has my heartiest support and unqualified recommendation." --Terry Brooks "Writers of the Future, as a contest and as a book, remains the flagship of short fiction." --Orson Scott Card "L. Ron Hubbard ignited the spark of imagination, which in the minds of these new artists has become a blaze." --Bob Eggleton "Some of the most excellent speculative fiction that you can find anywhere. They''re cutting edge. They''re new." --Nnedi Okorafor "Without Writers of the Future, I wouldn''t be where I am today." --Patrick Rothfuss "These are the people who are going to be creating trends." --Brandon Sanderson "The Illustrators of the Future is an amazing compass for what the art industry holds in store for all of us." --Dan dos Santos "Packed with brilliant stories and thoughtful essays, all wonderfully illustrated by the artist winners―always a joy to behold." --Robert J. Sawyer. Brock Aguirre; Aidin Andrews; Arthur Bowling; Irmak Çavun; Kaitlyn Goldberg; Benjamin Hill; John Dale Javier; Heather Laurence; Anh Le; Mason Matak; Phoebe Rothfeld (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Soar to new heights of Science Fiction & Fantasy. Who are the top science fiction writers and illustrators of the future? The answer is here. Get to know tomorrow''s brightest creative talents chosen by some of today''s bestselling authors and celebrated artists including Kevin J. Anderson, Orson Scott Card, Larry Elmore, Brandon Sanderson, Dan dos Santos, and Robert J. Sawyer. Enterbrilliantly realized worlds of dystopian politics, magical realism, post-apocalyptic adventure and romance, dark fantasy and more. Exploreuniverses of unlimited possibility in which a cereal box becomes a Pandora''s box of good and evil . . . a troupe of artistic androids risk everything to catch the eye of a critic . . . and the foundation of a family, the very key to their existence, is not only inhabiting a home, but becoming it. Discoverthe writers who push the boundaries--and break beyond them . . . the illustrators who envision the impossible--and render it real . . . the stories that challenge the way we see ourselves--and see the world in a new way. The future of science fiction and fantasy is in your hands. Anthology includes: 12 award-winning stories, 16 full-color illustrations, 4 bonus stories, and 4 articles offering art and writing tips. ___________________________ 4 bonus short stories by L. Ron Hubbard, Katherine Kurtz, Jody Lynn Nye and Nnedi Okorafor. "Borrowed Glory" by L. Ron Hubbard: For a single day of glory and the settlement of a dispute among immortals, a life can be a satisfactory price. "The Green Tower" by Katherine Kurtz: The magic is strong in the Green Tower, and two young girls struggle to discover its secrets. "The Phoenix''s Peace" by Jody Lynn Nye: The Phoenix has always been the guardian of Dembia. Now there''s trouble in the land, and mysteriously, the Phoenix has left two golden eggs. "The Winds of Harmattan" by Nnedi Okorafor: A young woman seeks her destiny in the African winds of Harmattan. ___________________________ Art and writing tips by Echo Chernik, L. Ron Hubbard, Mike Perkins, and Sean Williams. "The Illustrators of the Future Contest and the Art of This Anthology" by Echo Chernik: As a successful advertising and publishing illustrator, Illustrators of the Future Coordinating Judge and art director, Echo gives the story behind the cherished art included in this anthology. "Steps in the Right Direction" by L. Ron Hubbard: In this interview, Ron describes the practical philosophy and energetic disciplines he applied with such telling success to his own career as a professional author. "Breaking In" by Mike Perkins: Marvel and DC artist for Captain America, Thor, and Spider-Man shares valuable advice for anyone wanting to make it as a professional artist and illustrator. "Making Collaboration Work for You or Co-writing with Larry and Sean" by Sean Williams: New York Timesbestselling author, provides insight on the pitfalls and advantages of collaborating with another author. ___________________________ "Science fiction as a genre has always looked to the future and the Writers of the Future looks to the future of science fiction." --Kevin J. Anderson "Writers of the Future has my heartiest support and unqualified recommendation." --Terry Brooks "Writers of the Future, as a contest and as a book, remains the flagship of short fiction." --Orson Scott Card "L. Ron Hubbard ignited the spark of imagination, which in the minds of these new artists has become a blaze." --Bob Eggleton "Some of the most excellent speculative fiction that you can find anywhere. They''re cutting edge. They''re new." --Nnedi Okorafor "Without Writers of the Future, I wouldn''t be where I am today." --Patrick Rothfuss "These are the people who are going to be creating trends." --Brandon Sanderson "The Illustrators of the Future is an amazing compass for what the art industry holds in store for all of us." --Dan dos Santos "Packed with brilliant stories and thoughtful essays, all wonderfully illustrated by the artist winners―always a joy to behold." --Robert J. Sawyer. Brock Aguirre; Aidin Andrews; Arthur Bowling; Irmak Çavun; Kaitlyn Goldberg; Benjamin Hill; John Dale Javier; Heather Laurence; Anh Le; Mason Matak; Phoebe Rothfeld (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Brock Aguirre; Aidin Andrews; Arthur Bowling; Irmak Çavun; Kaitlyn Goldberg; Benjamin Hill; John Dale Javier; Heather Laurence; Anh Le; Mason Matak; Phoebe Rothfeld (illustrator). …

Zustand: Fair. The first book of the saga of The RunelordsYoung Prince Gaborn Val Orden of Mystarria is traveling in disguise on a journey to ask for the hand of the lovely Princess Iome of Sylvarresta. Armed with his gifts of strength and perception, Prince Gaborn and his warrior bodyguard stop in a local tavern along the way. Immediately, they spot a pair of assassins who have their sights set on Princess Iome's father. As the prince and his bodyguard race to warn the king of this impending danger, they realize that more than the royal family is at risk, the very fate of the Earth is in jeopardy.…

Zustand: Good. The first book of the saga of The RunelordsYoung Prince Gaborn Val Orden of Mystarria is traveling in disguise on a journey to ask for the hand of the lovely Princess Iome of Sylvarresta. Armed with his gifts of strength and perception, Prince Gaborn and his warrior bodyguard stop in a local tavern along the way. Immediately, they spot a pair of assassins who have their sights set on Princess Iome's father. As the prince and his bodyguard race to warn the king of this impending danger, they realize that more than the royal family is at risk, the very fate of the Earth is in jeopardy.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Aliya Chen; Alexander Gustafson; Yingying Jiang; Sam Kemp; Qianjiao Ma; Allen Morris; Jennifer Ober; Josh Pemberton; Emerson Rabbit; Christine Rhee; Vytas Vasiliauskas; Alice Wang; David Furnal; Brian C. Hailes (illustrator). …

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.