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Janny Wurts
Author and illustrator with emphasis on fantasy, with the gloves off.

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May.17.2012

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PUBLISHED: Oct.27.2011

Initiate's Trial: Sword of the Canon: Volume One (The Wars of Light and Shadow series)

The long-awaited beginning of the fourth story arc - Sword of the Canon - in the epic fantasy series, the Wars of Light and Shadow. Betrayed and double-crossed, Arithon s'Ffalenn is held captive by the Order of the Koriathain. The desperate Fellowship Sorcerers have gambled the weal of Athera and forced through the perilous bargain that spared him, as the last Prince of...

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PUBLISHED: Sep.01.2010

Stormwarden: Book 1 of the Cycle of Fire -- Audio Book

For the first time in audio, the Cycle of Fire Trilogy, a stout and epic tale mixing sci-fi and fantasy by acclaimed author Janny Wurts. This classic fantasy trilogy follows three young people struggling to free the Stormwarden, the last of the elemental power-wielding Vaere sorcerers, so that he can battle the humanity-threatening demonkind. Far in the future, a human-crewed...

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PUBLISHED: Nov.05.2007

Stormed Fortress: The Wars of Light and Shadow Volume 8 - Fifth Book of the Alliance of Light

The spellbinding final installment of The Alliance of Light. Though Athera may be free, the fight is far from over! The heartstopping conclusion to the Alliance of Light series brings Lysaer's army of Light to besiege the great citadel of Alestron. Master of Shadow, Arithon, with barely a moment's recuperation from his victory over the necromancers, has discovered that young Jeynsa...

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PUBLISHED: Jan.19.1993

The Curse of the Mistwraith: The Wars of Light and Shadow Volume 1

The stunning first volume in Janny Wurts's epic tale of two half-brothers cursed to life-long enmity, now re-released with a striking new cover. They are half-brothers, divided by the viscious throes of a blood feud - Lysaer, a prince raised as heir to a crown, and Arithon, brought up by mages. One bears the gift of the power of light, and the other, command of darkness. Exiled to...

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To Ride Hell's Chasm

A compelling standalone tale on a epic scale, filled with intrigue, adventure and dark magic. When Princess Anja fails to appear at her betrothal banquet, the tiny, peaceful kingdom of Sessalie is plunged into intrigue. Charged with recovering the distraught king's beloved daughter is Mykkael the rough-hewn newcomer who has won the post of Captain of the Garrison. A scarred...

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PUBLISHED: Oct.26.2010

Shadowfane: Book 3 of the Cycle of Fire

For the first time in audio, the Cycle of Fire Trilogy, a stout and epic tale mixing Sci Fi and Fantasy by acclaimed author Janny Wurts. Book 3 Shadowfane:The concluding novel in the "Cycle of Fire" fantasy trilogy. Jaric inherits his father's powers, and as he struggles to successfully assume them, mankind's enemies are growing strong.

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PUBLISHED: Oct.12.2010

Keeper of the Keys: Book 2 of the Cycle of Fire

For the first time in audio, the Cycle of Fire Trilogy, a stout and epic tale mixing sci-fi and fantasy, by acclaimed author Janny Wurts. In Book 2, Keeper of the Keys, Ivainson Jaric, Keeper of the Keys, heir of the Firelord, is being hunted down by the Accursed. His blood gifts him with raw power but not enough to overcome the evil forces....

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PUBLISHED: Jan.01.2004

Traitor's Knot: The War of Light and Shadow Volume 7 - Book Four of the Alliance of Light

The gripping penultimate instalment of the Alliance of Light. When half brothers Lysaer and Arithon defeated the Mistwraith its revenge left them cursed to lifelong enmity. Having conquered the maze and acheived self-redemption, Arithon, Master of Shadow, is now the guest of the formidable sorcerer, Davien the Betrayor. No one knows how his influence will affect Arithon's recovered...

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PUBLISHED: Jul.16.2001

Peril's Gate: The Wars of Light and Shadow Volume Six - Book Three of the Alliance of Light

The fourth volume in Janny Wurts's spectacular epic fantasy, now re-released with a striking new cover design along with the rest of the series. The curse that hangs over the Master of Shadow, Arithon, and Lord of Light, Lysaer, is drawing the two half-brothers ever closer towards direct conflict. For the Natural Balance to be maintained, the two must never fight. If they do, one...

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PUBLISHED: Nov.01.1999

Grand Conspiracy: The Wars of Light and Shadow Volume Five - Book Two of the Alliance of Light

The fifth volume in Janny Wurts's spectacular epic fantasy, now re-released with a striking new cover design along with the rest of the series. The wars began when two half-brothers, gifted of light and shadow, stood shoulder to shoulder to defeat the Mistwraith. Their foe cast a lifelong curse of enmity between them that has so far woven three bitter conflicts and uncounted deadly...

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PUBLISHED: Jun.01.1999

The Cycle of Fire

For centuries, the elusive Vaere have trained sorcerers to stand against Shadowfane's demons, who seek nothing less than mankind's destruction and the world's total conquest. Now, the demons have won corrupt human allies, and the last, great defenders have fallen--the Firelord died mad, and the Stormwarden languishes, imprisoned and disgraced. New champions will arise from...

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PUBLISHED: Jan.20.1999

That Way Lies Camelot

A collection of fifteen short stories, some science fiction and some fantasy: Wayfinder Sisters in Fantasy The Antagonist The Fleet 2: Counter Attack Tale of the Snowbeast Elfquest: The Blood of Ten Chiefs Vol. 1 The Crash The Firefall Silverdown's Gold Horse Fantastic Double Blind The Fleet 3: Break Through The Snare Dreamsinger's Tale Elfquest: Wolfsong,...

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PUBLISHED: Nov.01.1997

Fugitive Prince: The Wars of Light and Shadow Volume 4 - First Book of the Alliance of Light

The fourth volume in Janny Wurts's spectacular epic fantasy, now re-released with a striking new cover design along with the rest of the series. The schism began with two half-brothers empowered to subdue the Mistwraith. In revenge it cursed them to a life of perpetual conflict. Each believes absolutely in his cause, and loathes the other for opposing it! Lysaer, Prince of the...

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PUBLISHED: Apr.01.1996

Shadowfane, Book Three of the Cycle of Fire

Ivainson Jaric, heir to the Firelord's legacy, is caught in a life and death struggle to win his inherited powers. Taen Dreamweaver battles her evil brother, corrupted by demons to slaughter his own kind. If either one of the falls, the Stormwarden will never win free of his icy imprisonment to help their cause. As Scait, Demonlord of Shadowfane, uses his captured human talent for...

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PUBLISHED: Oct.01.1995

Keeper of the Keys: Book Two of the Cycle of Fire

"THE FIRELORD'S HEIR MUST BE HUNTED DOWN AND SLAIN!" This is the cry of the Accursed as they sweep through the ruins of doomed Elrinfaer. Their prey is Ivainson Jaric, Keeper of the Keys, heir of the Firelord. The geas placed by the Stormwarden on Firelord has passed down to his son - and Jaric must guard the Keys that keep the Mharg-demons bound. His blood gifts him...

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PUBLISHED: Aug.24.1995

Warhost of Vastmark: The Wars of Light and Shadow Volume Three

Conflict builds between the two half-brothers laid under a lifelong curse of enmity. Lysaer, statesman and prince, has accomplished the impossible and united disparate factions into a unified force. His warhost now moves to entrap its prey: Arithon, known as Master of Shadow, whose life has become the fragile cipher that will derermine the course of the world's destiny. On Arithon...

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PUBLISHED: Mar.01.1995

Stormwarden: Book One of the Cycle of Fire

Written in the records at Vaere is the tale of the binding of the Mharg-demons by Anskiere, wizard of wind and wave. Anskiere was aided in this task by Ivain, master of fire and earth, for the skills of a single sorcerer were not enough against so formidable a foe. It is further recorded that at the moment of greatest peril, Ivain betrayed his companion out of jealousy....

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PUBLISHED: Oct.01.1994

Ships of Merior: The Wars of Light and Shadow Volume Two

The half-brothers Atrithon and Lysaer have defeated the Miswraith and dispersed the fogs that smothered Athera's skies. But their victory comes at a high price: the Mistwraith has set them at odds under a powerful curse of vengeance. Lysaer, bred to rule with majestic charisma, and wielding the power of light, raises a kingdom from ashes, and an army to found a new order. He has...

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PUBLISHED: Apr.01.1992

Mistress of the Empire (co-authored with Raymond E. Feist)

Third in stunning Raymond Feist & Janny Wurts classic trilogy -- one of the most successful fantasy collaborations of all time. THE EMPIRE TRILOGY: BOOK III The final play of the game. Surrounded on all sides by warring factions, assassins and spies, Mara of the Acoma must draw on her deepest resources to secure her position once and for all.

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PUBLISHED: Mar.01.1992

The Master of White Storm

After escaping from the slave-galleys of the bloodthirsty Murghai, Korendir, a man whose past is shrouded in mystery, sets off on a series of extraordinary quests: to battle the sorceress Anthei; to challenge the elemental Cyondide and win the lost hoard of the dragon Sharkash; to free the people of Northengard from the wereleopards that are decimating their population ... Always...

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PUBLISHED: Sep.01.1990

Servant of the Empire (co-authored with Raymond E. Feist)

Second in Feist & Wurts' wonderful epic trilogy -- one of the most successful fantasy collaborations of all time THE EMPIRE TRILOGY: BOOK II Nobody knows how to play the Game of the Council better than Mara of the Acoma. But when you're surrounded by deadly rivals intent on toppling you at every turn, you need to be the best simply to survive...

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PUBLISHED: Mar.01.1989

Sorcerer's Legacy

Through the eye of eternity to a world of passion, intrigue, and enchantment... The sorcerer beckoned to her froim a land of ice and snow and, stricken by the death of her husband and the loss of the lands they ruled together, she followed his call. He led her to a world ruled by wizards who played a deadly game of court intrigue, with a kingdom as the prize. He brought her to...

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PUBLISHED: May.19.1987

Daughter of the Empire (co-authored with Raymond E. Feist)

Magic and murder engulf the realm of Kelewan. Fierce warlords ignite a bitter blood feud to enslave the empire of Tsuranuanni. While in the opulent Imperial courts, assassins and spy-master plot cunning and devious intrigues against the rightful heir. Now Mara, a young, untested Ruling lady, is called upon to lead her people in a heroic struggle for survival. But first she must...

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May.17.2012 - 8:35 am

Choosing the Title - My Methods and Tips

Some titles come easily, and the selection of others becomes what amounts to a rampant bear. I prefer a short title, since I love to have enough space for the artwork on the...

Feb.03.2011 - 9:29 am

Live interview, Off the Shelf

Been a while since we had a fantasy author on Off the Shelf but our podcast this week is an interview with Janny Wurts, author of The War of Light and Shadow series, The Cycle...

Aug.30.2010 - 10:07 am

National Buy A Book Day - Sept 7th

National Buy a Book Day - Sept 7th, 2010 http://www.graspingforthewind.com/2010/08/19/september-7-national-buy-a-book-day/ Support the industry that brings you books, provides...

Jan.23.2010 - 11:35 am

Worst Mistakes Writers Make

Just published? Are you looking to join book forums to spread the word about your shiny new title? This helpful article was compiled from feedback by forum users (at GoodReads...

Comments from Janny

Feb.17.2009 - 9:34 am

In response to: Aspiring Authors and Internet Myth - helpful or hurtful?

Playing Forward

Hi Huntingdon Sharp, you are welcome. Early on, I was exceedingly fortunate to have rented a carriage house apartment...

Feb.16.2009 - 11:20 am

In response to: How to not sell your book... and quickly

The Other Sterling Classic

In addition, to make sure you won't sell your book, write a snarky review of a very popular published title that has...

Jul.23.2008 - 8:40 am

In response to: Raising the Goal Posts - the challenge of expanding our world vision farther still

How do we change?

Hi Alec - I appreciate your question. I submit the idea that change happens in all directions. The catalyst comes when...

Feb.04.2008 - 7:30 pm

In response to: Imaginative in fiction - escapism or enrichment of vision?

Wow - thanks!

Hi jumpsa - I really appreciated this post - from the words of the master, another grand shot in the locker!

Feb.04.2008 - 7:27 pm

In response to: Imaginative in fiction - escapism or enrichment of vision?

Shared reads

Hi Thomas Dotson - How fun, you stopped by, and thank you. Looks like I cut my teeth on the some of the same stories...

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Published by Fantasy Literature website

The Curse of the Mistwraith took me completely by surprise. Based on (obviously mistaken) assumptions, I expected something completely different — epic fantasy, yes, but nothing...

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Audio: The Author's Connection Interview

Audio: Stormwarden: The Cycle of Fire: Volume I

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About Janny

Janny Wurts is the author of fourteen novels, a collection of short stories, and the internationally best selling Empire trilogy written in collaboration with Raymond E. Feist. Her recent novel, To Ride Hell's Chasm, is a stand alone fantasy, with the newest...

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FINCA Heifer International American Indian College Fund Trust for Public Land Doctors Without Borders Environmental Defense