Mark’s books always felt more than just books to me. They felt like wonderful gifts. They felt like magic. At times powerful, at times soothing. At times dark, at times holy. And the best thing about them is the knowing that more will come. And the wonder of them as they shine clearer and…
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One Word Kill April Promotion and Dispel Illusion Cover Reveal
One Word Kill made it to the Editors’ Pick selection on Amazon in April for Amazon First Reads (Kindle First). What this means is that despite its official 1st May release date you can buy the Kindle & Paperback versions very cheaply already or the Kindle version for free if you’re an Amazon Prime…
That Thorn Guy Fourth Birthday Interview with Mark Lawrence
Another year went past and a lot has happened since our last interview. What were your highlights? Another year, yes. It’s weird to see 2018 in the rear window. A lot of my life had dates like 1984, 1999 (Space 1999 was a series centred on Moon Base Alpha), 2000, and 2001 (A Space…
Announcing the winner of the Holy Sister Art Contest
A big thank you for all the amazing works we received for this contest. We felt that two of the entries were especially deserving of being awarded first place and winning the prize, but since we only had one book to give away, this presented some difficulties. Luckily, Mark’s US editor at ACE, Jessica…
Holy Sister Teaser 2
“‘I’m sure Nona can have a disagreement without punching anyone in the face.’ Markus returned Regol’s stare. ‘Not everyone who climbs out of the ring just steps into a bigger one.’ Regol shrugged, that mocking smile of his firmly in place. ‘The whole Corridor is a ring around Abeth, brother. And when the ice squeezes,…
Announcing the winner of the Signed Holy Sister ARC giveaway
I’d like to thank everyone who took the time to enter this give-away, it was wonderful to read through the many messages of appreciation and gratitude. As usual, I asked Mark to randomly select an entry and the lucky winner is: Chanelle Lee Congratulations! I copied over just some of the comments…
Holy Sister Art Contest
This post is to announce a fan art contest with entries featuring characters from any Mark Lawrence novels. The best entry will receive an Advance Reading Copy of the highly anticipated conclusion to The Book of the Ancestor trilogy: HOLY SISTER! NO random prize this year, sorry. I only have one signed (or dedicated)…
Signed Holy Sister ARC giveaway
On this blessed day of Saint Nicholas I’m delighted to announce a giveaway where you can win a signed (or dedicated) Advance Reading Copy of the much anticipated final volume of the Book of the Ancestor trilogy, . HOLY SISTER! . To participate simply comment below this post and answer any (or all three)…
Announcing the winners of the BristolCon caption contest
Very many thanks to everyone who entered the contest. The five lucky winners are: Julia, Mads Damgaard, Timy, Darren Young and Brock Marie Moore! . They will all receive a signed/dedicated copy of Road Brothers. Congratulations and very many thanks once again for taking part!
Bound, the first Book of the Ancestor short story will be out soon!
I’m sure many readers will be pleased to hear that Mark has written a Book of the Ancestor short story, which he’ll be self-publishing sometimes in the next few months. It’s 16,000 words long and sits between Grey Sister and Holy Sister in the Book of the Ancestor trilogy. (Which means only read it…
