Gega Khavtasi

Gega Khavtasi asked Nicholas Eames:

Hello Nick, if you had a friend who hasn't read any fantasy book except Lord of the Rings, what books would you recommend to him to get started? (not counting your work)

Nicholas Eames Hey. Hmm...I think Joe Abercrombie is an excellent example of a modern fantasy author who, in my opinion, gets better with each book. He could either start at the very beginning or check out Joe's upcoming book The Devils, which is set in a while new world than his First Law series and is, I think, a great place to start.

The Lies of Locke Lamora (while not that modern anymore!) is fantastic as well, and works perfectly as a standalone.

Also, Red Rising! While it's technically sci-fi, I DO think it's probably the best story currently being told by any human being on earth, so that's always a great option!

Hope that helps!

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Brayden

Brayden asked Nicholas Eames:

Hey there Mr. Eames! I have a question(s) regarding books, and some miscellaneous questions I guess.. How long does it take to write a book, and got any tips on how to write a fantasy type book? And now I guess the miscellaneous question: Do you play Super Smash Bros. and if you do, who do you play as the most?

Sam

Sam asked Nicholas Eames:

Hi Nick, the Band is one of my favourite ongoing series! I know you've said that Saga and Fable are heavily based off 70s and 80s rock bands but whick bands in particular? I always think Saga give off a Rolling Stones vibe

Jack Gibbons

Jack Gibbons asked Nicholas Eames:

Hi Nicholas, I loved KotW and I've just discovered the soundtrack for it on your website which has inspired me to pick it up again - really enhancing the experience second time around. Have you got plans to provide something similar for Bloody Rose? Thanks for doing what you're doing! Jack

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