Mercedes Lackey

In this unique collection, ongoing Red Sonja series writer Gail Simone hand-picked eleven of the fiercest, most talented, and most popular female writers from the worlds of comics, prose, games, and television, to help her tell the greatest legends in the She-Devil’s long history! A group of savage mercenaries hired to hunt and kill Sonja come across campfire tales of her at every turn... and Sonja does not like to be hunted. Tamora Pierce, Mercedes Lackey, Marjorie M. Liu, Nancy A. Collins, Kelly Sue DeConnick, Rhianna Pratchett, and many more tell fascinating bits of Sonja’s legend, with a wrap-around tale by Simone herself, and art by the likes of Phil Noto, Jim Calafiore, Jack Jadson, and others.Collects Legends of Red Sonja issues #1-5, the script to issue #1, concept art by Jack Jadson, and more!

FROM THE AUTHORS OF NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERS WHEN DARKNESS FALLS AND THE PHOENIX TRANSFORMED AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER TO LIGHT A CANDLE The epic conclusion to the first War of the Endarkened From orphaned child to prophesied savior, Vieliessar Farcarinon is more than ready to take her rightful place as Elven Queen. While her bickering countrymen may not have crowned her yet, she has been anointed by the stars above and the dragon at her side. But the overwhelming attacks of the Endarkened have forced Elvenkind to abandon internal politics in favor of an unprecedented strategy: retreat. Runacarendalur Caerthalien is a thorn in the Queen's side and should be her greatest enemy. A traitor to the Elvish empire, he has become the trusted general of once-subjugated creatures--a chaotic force of centaurs, merfolk, gryphons, minotaurs, and talking bears alike. These two strong-willed leaders have been at each other's throats for years. Now forced into tentative co-existence due to the common threat of the Endarkened, how will they react when they finally realize they are soulmates--bound despite their will by unassailable magics that twine their lifelines into one? If either should die, the other will also fall. And without their two greatest leaders, the Children of Light are sure to drown amidst the never-ending waves of Endarkened attacks. The collaborative fantasy world of Mercedes Lackey and James Mallory features continent-spanning high adventure and epic battle. The Dragon Prophecy illuminates a time when long-lived Elves rule the Fortunate Lands. It is a time of dire prophecy, of battle and bloodshed, of great magics unlike any the Elvenkind have seen before. Deliverance of Dragons is the story of the end of one world and the beginning of the next. The Obsidian Mountain Trilogy #1 The Outstretched Shadow #2 To Light a Candle #3 When Darkness Falls The Enduring Flame Trilogy #1 The Phoenix Unchained #2 The Phoenix Endangered #3 The Phoenix Transformed The Dragon Prophecy Trilogy #1 Crown of Vengeance #2 Blade of Empire#3 Deliverance of Dragons

FROM THE AUTHORS OF NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERS WHEN DARKNESS FALLS AND THE PHOENIX TRANSFORMED AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER TO LIGHT A CANDLE The epic conclusion to the first War of the Endarkened From orphaned child to prophesied savior, Vieliessar Farcarinon is more than ready to take her rightful place as Elven Queen. While her bickering countrymen may not have crowned her yet, she has been anointed by the stars above and the dragon at her side. But the overwhelming attacks of the Endarkened have forced Elvenkind to abandon internal politics in favor of an unprecedented strategy: retreat. Runacarendalur Caerthalien is a thorn in the Queen's side and should be her greatest enemy. A traitor to the Elvish empire, he has become the trusted general of once-subjugated creatures--a chaotic force of centaurs, merfolk, gryphons, minotaurs, and talking bears alike. These two strong-willed leaders have been at each other's throats for years. Now forced into tentative co-existence due to the common threat of the Endarkened, how will they react when they finally realize they are soulmates--bound despite their will by unassailable magics that twine their lifelines into one? If either should die, the other will also fall. And without their two greatest leaders, the Children of Light are sure to drown amidst the never-ending waves of Endarkened attacks. The collaborative fantasy world of Mercedes Lackey and James Mallory features continent-spanning high adventure and epic battle. The Dragon Prophecy illuminates a time when long-lived Elves rule the Fortunate Lands. It is a time of dire prophecy, of battle and bloodshed, of great magics unlike any the Elvenkind have seen before. Deliverance of Dragons is the story of the end of one world and the beginning of the next. The Obsidian Mountain Trilogy #1 The Outstretched Shadow #2 To Light a Candle #3 When Darkness Falls The Enduring Flame Trilogy #1 The Phoenix Unchained #2 The Phoenix Endangered #3 The Phoenix Transformed The Dragon Prophecy Trilogy #1 Crown of Vengeance #2 Blade of Empire#3 Deliverance of Dragons

A cozy, cottage-core Regency fantasy perfect for fans of Bridgerton For readers who love Freya Marske's A Marvellous Light, Olivia Atwater's Half a Soul, and Heather Fawcett's Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries Elena Whitstone and her seven brothers, abandoned by her mother, find themselves with a new stepmother. At first she seems more neglectful than evil, until just after Christmas she proves herself to be worse than evil; she is an actual magician, a Master of Water, who attempts to muder Elena's seven brothers when they are skating. When they survive that attempt by transforming into swans, she drives them away. But the shock of having all of his heirs perish in a frozen pond is too much for Elena's father. He dies, and his widow is abruptly confronted with the inconvenient truth that the estate is entailed, and she not only must leave, she is lawfully in charge of Elena. Furious, and possessing "only" what was gifted to her during her marriage, the stepmother retreats to Bath, to take up residence in the luxurious townhouse that was bought for her, and resume her former profession as a "Cyprian," a very exclusive courtesan, with Elena reluctantly posing as a page-boy and her servant. Nothing lasts forever, of course, and three years later, Elena is rapidly maturing too much to continue that ruse--and the stepmother is facing the ravages of time. The stepmother concocts a plan to establish an exclusive brothel and regain her wealth by selling Elena to the highest bidder. Alone, Elena must not only find a way to save herself, but to reverse the spell that has transformed her brothers. The latest in Mercedes Lackey's Elemental Masters series is a stand-alone romantasy based on Hans Christian Andersen's The Wild Swans.

ELVENBRED (Halfblood Chronicles, Book Four) — New & Illustrated The wait is over. More than two decades in the making, the long-awaited final chapter of the Halfblood Chronicles has arrived. This is not just another release—it’s the moment fantasy fans have waited for. Every book has led to this one. Every prophecy, every secret, every rebellion now comes to a breathtaking conclusion. Co-created by Grandmasters Mercedes Lackey and Andre Norton, and now completed by Mercedes Lackey and Benjamin Ohlander, Elvenbred delivers a masterful finale that fuses epic fantasy, political intrigue, and speculative science fiction into a story of collapse, defiance, and rebirth. The world is burning. The elven cities are falling, one by one. Amid the siege of Veridian, Lord Haldeen—the brilliant, ruthless Gatekeeper—struggles to hold together a dying empire. As monstrous Predators rise from the wilds and the elves’ own machines turn against them, Haldeen gambles everything on a forbidden experiment that could open the way to another world… or destroy what remains of this one. Why this finale is unmissable: An ending fans have been waiting more than 20 years for: The long-awaited conclusion to one of fantasy’s most beloved sagas. A new creative team: Mercedes Lackey and Benjamin Ohlander bring fresh energy and vision while honoring the legacy of Andre Norton. Epic in scope, intimate in focus: The fate of nations balanced against the conscience of one man—and the courage of those who defy him. Fantasy meets science: Elven magic entwines with mechanical constructs and living machines in a bold fusion of genres. Illustrated edition: Gorgeous new art brings the Halfblood world to life like never before. Elvenbred is not just the end of a story—it’s a return to the wonder that began it all. As alliances fracture and old powers fall, new legends rise. The prophecy completes. The circle closes. And fantasy history is made. The Halfblood Chronicles — Complete 2026 Event Series Book One: Elvenbane (revised, illustrated) — May 12, 2026 Book Two: Elvenblood (revised, illustrated) — June 16, 2026 Book Three: Elvenborn (revised, illustrated) — July 14, 2026 Book Four: Elvenbred (new, illustrated) — August 18, 2026 — the long-awaited finale Join the event. With each book landing monthly, the Halfblood Chronicles build toward a finale that’s been a generation in the making. Experience the end of an era—and the birth of a new legend. The Halfblood Chronicles return—complete at last.

ELVENBORN (Halfblood Chronicles, Book Three) — Revised & Illustrated The revolution deepens. The long-awaited final volume of the Halfblood Chronicles is nearly here—and each monthly release brings you further into the story. Don’t just follow the saga. Be part of it. In this powerful third installment, the spotlight shifts. Enter Kyrtian—an Elvenlord unlike any other. When his cousin challenges his right to rule, Kyrtian unexpectedly inherits more power than he ever wanted. With an estate built on fairness rather than domination, and an elite combat skill secreted away by his father’s legacy, Kyrtian is thrust into command of the elven army. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} As the Young Lords rebel, Elven society fractures, and war looms among elves, humans and dragons alike, Kyrtian embarks on a perilous quest to find the Great Portal—the gateway through which his race first came to this world. Along the way he must confront his missing father’s secrets and challenge the origin of elvenkind itself. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} Why keep going: A fresh perspective: A new lead, stepping up while the world shifts beneath him. High-stakes strategy & war: Power transferred. Armies unleashed. Secrets revealed. Identity and legacy collide: Kyrtian must decide what kind of lord—and what kind of world—he will help create. Revised, illustrated edition: Enhanced for longtime fans, welcoming for new readers. The moment is here. As the buildup reaches its climax, this is the book that pivots the saga toward its final act. Release Schedule — One Book Every Month Book One: Elvenbane (revised, illustrated) — May 12, 2026 Book Two: Elvenblood (revised, illustrated) — June 16, 2026 Book Three: Elvenborn (revised, illustrated) — July 14, 2026 Book Four: Elvenbred (new, illustrated) — August 18, 2026 — the long-awaited finale Stay with the story. Every month a book lands—and the saga races toward its end. Catch up or jump in now. Be there when it all comes together. The Halfblood Chronicles return—bigger, bolder, and closer than ever to their destined conclusion.

ELVENBLOOD (Halfblood Chronicles, Book Two) — Revised & Illustrated The saga accelerates. The long-awaited final volume of the Halfblood Chronicles is coming—and this monthly launch is an event. GRAB Book 2 now to ride the momentum all the way to the epic finale. The world that began trembling in Elvenbane now erupts into rebellion. The ruthless Elvenlords still rule through overwhelming magic, and even Shana—the legendary half-blood born to break their chains—finds her powers slipping. With only a rag-tag alliance of half-blood wizards, escaped human slaves, and rebellious dragons behind her, the resistance remains mostly symbolic. But hope flickers in the desert shadows—with the Iron People, a hidden human tribe who have evaded Elven domination for centuries. As tensions within Elven society near breaking point, Shana’s encounter with this ancient tribe may unlock the secret of liberation… or trigger the destruction of everything she’s fought for. Why keep going: The stakes rise: The uprising begins to move from desperation to strategy. New allies, deeper secrets: The Iron People arrive, dragons stir, old powers awaken. Shana’s inner conflict: When your weapons weaken and your enemies prepare, what do you fight *for*? Revised, illustrated edition: Freshly updated for new readers, richly enhanced for longtime fans. The journey isn’t over—it’s evolving. For those who started the saga, Book 2 delivers the rising tide. For new readers, it’s your moment to jump in before the crescendo builds in spectacular fashion. Release Schedule — One Book Every Month Book One: Elvenbane (revised, illustrated) — May 12, 2026 Book Two: Elvenblood (revised, illustrated) — June 16, 2026 Book Three: Elvenborn (revised, illustrated) — July 14, 2026 Book Four: Elvenbred (new, illustrated) — August 18, 2026 — the long-awaited finale Keep the fire burning. Every book lands monthly—no long waits, no fading momentum. Stay with the saga. Be part of the event. The Halfblood Chronicles return—bigger, bolder, and closer than ever to their destined end.

Revised and newly illustrated: a classic dragon-filled fantasy where a forbidden halfblood raised by dragons may be the spark that topples the immortal Elvenlords. Humans wear collars. Elves wear crowns. Dragons watch from the shadows. And one halfblood girl stands between them all. Two Grandmasters of speculative fiction unite to ignite a legend of magic, rebellion, and destiny. In a world where humans are enslaved by cruel, beautiful Elvenlords, a desperate human concubine risks everything to save her unborn child. Rescued by dragons and raised in secret, that child—Shana—grows up wild and willful in a hidden Lair, learning mind-magic and mischief at a dragon’s side. Shana is neither elf nor human, neither dragon nor slave. When her dangerous power erupts and even the dragons flinch, she is cast out into the desert and into the hands of the “two-leggers” she barely understands. Among oppressed humans, hunted halfblood wizards, and ruthless Elvenlords, whispers rise of an ancient Prophecy: a child of human and elf, raised by “demons,” will become the Elvenbane and shatter the Elvenlords’ rule forever. Shana never asked to be a weapon. But as rebellion smolders and empires tremble, she must choose who she is—and what she’s willing to destroy—to claim her own fate. This revised, illustrated edition of Elvenbane launches the Halfblood Chronicles in their long-awaited, fully completed form, originally left unfinished after the death of Andre Norton. Step into the world that has captured imaginations for over thirty years—and finally experience the saga as it was meant to be read. Perfect if you love: • A hero torn between worlds and destinies • Dragons as mentors—ancient, fierce, and unforgettable • High-stakes rebellion against beautiful, merciless overlords • Classic, character-driven epic fantasy with a satisfying, four-book arc The Halfblood Chronicles Return — One Book Every Month Born from the imagination of the late Grandmaster Andre Norton, the Halfblood Chronicles were long believed forever unfinished. Now, at last, the fourth and final volume is complete—and the saga is being released in revised, illustrated editions: Book One: Elvenbane (revised, illustrated) — May 12, 2026 Book Two: Elvenblood (revised, illustrated) — June 16, 2026 Book Three: Elvenborn (revised, illustrated) — July 14, 2026 Book Four: Elvenbred (new, illustrated) — August 18, 2026 — the long-awaited finale Begin the journey now. With every volume available in quick succession, you can experience the entire Halfblood Chronicles—no years-long waits between cliffhangers, just the mounting thrill of watching a fantasy legend reach its destined end.

A cozy, cottage-core Regency fantasy perfect for fans of Bridgerton and historical fantasy mash-ups like Sherlock Holmes & Count Dracula, from the New York Times best-selling author and celebrated Grandmaster of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America.Elena, having lost her father, must rescue herself from her evil stepmother, a Master of Water, who has bespelled her brothers into swans. She is left without home or protection by her father’s villainous widow, who plans to regain her wealth by selling Elena to the highest bidder.Alone, Elena must not only find a way to save herself, but to reverse the spell that has transformed her brothers.The latest in Mercedes Lackey's Elemental Masters series is a stand-alone romantasy based on Hans Christian Anderson’s The Wild Swans.

A cozy, cottage-core Regency fantasy perfect for fans of Bridgerton Elena, having lost her father, must rescue herself from her evil stepmother, a Master of Water, who has bespelled her brothers into swans. She is left without home or protection by her father's villainous widow, who plans to regain her wealth by selling Elena to the highest bidder. Alone, Elena must not only find a way to save herself, but to reverse the spell that has transformed her brothers. The latest in Mercedes Lackey's Elemental Masters series is a stand-alone romantasy based on Hans Christian Anderson's The Wild Swans.