[The Black Magician Trilogy #0.7 - The Mad Apprentice 01] • Epic · Legends of Fantasy

From the creation myths and quest sagas of ancient times to the megapopular fantasy novels of today, this quintessential anthology of epic fantasy is adventurous storytelling at its best. With rich and vibrant world building, readers are transported to antiquated realms to witness noble sacrifices and astonishing wonders. Gathering a comprehensive survey of beloved stories from the genre, this compilation includes stories by such luminaries as George R. R. Martin, Melanie Rawn, Ursula K. Le Guin, Robin Hobb, and Tad Williams. Inspiring and larger-than-life, these tales offer timeless values of courage and friendship in the face of ultimate evil and express mankind's greatest hopes and fears.

Contents

Foreword by Brent Weeks

"Homecoming" by Robin Hobb

"The Word of Unbinding" by Ursula K. Le Guin

"The Burning Man" by Tad Williams

"As the Wheel Turns" by Aliette de Bodard

"The Alchemist" by Paolo Bacigalupi

"Sandmagic" by Orson Scott Card

"The Road to Levinshir" by Patrick Rothfuss

"Rysn" by Brandon Sanderson

"While the Gods Laugh" by Michael Moorcock

"Mother of All Russiya" by Melanie Rawn

"Riding the Shore of the River of Death" by Kate Elliott

"The Bound Man" by Mary Robinette Kowal

"The Narcomancer" by N. K. Jemisin

"Strife Lingers in Memory" by Carrie Vaughn

"The Mad Apprentice" by Trudi Canavan

"Otherling" by Juliet Marillier

"The Mystery Knight" by George R. R. Martin