Heroes of the Space Marines is in!
Literally hot off the presses is Heroes of the Space Marines, landing on the editorial desk of the Black Library not two hours ago.
Doubtless, the other authors in the anthology will be posting soon enough but I in a semi-privileged position to be at the frontline where all the action is as books comes in.
What can I say? This anthology that focuses on the Space Marines (both loyal and Chaotic) looks fantastic. From the awesome cover by new artist Hardy Fowler (you'll be seeing a lot more of him in the future) to the whopping 416 pages, crammed with great stories. Never has there been a more pointy anthology from the Black Library than this.
Due to the broad subject matter, expect a lot of variety in the tales within, too. You'll find epic tragedies, missions of vengeance, half-grasped salvation, embraced damnation, arena of death, heart-stopping chases, kill-teams performing the nigh-on impossible and much more besides. It's actually a real privilege to be part of this anthology as both editor and, more importantly, author.
There are several stories in here that presage forthcoming anthologies or showcase the talents of new authors you'll be seeing a lot of in the future. Plus, of course, there are the fan favourites who already have a wealth of fantastic material to their names and are building on their established characters/narratives.
For me, it's Salamanders. Heroes of the Space Marines contains the story Fires of War, which in many ways is an introduction to characters and an action-packed (hopefully thought-provoking) lead in to the novel I'm writing right now (and adding to in about another twenty minutes or so), Salamander. As I've said before: you don't need to read Fires of War to enjoy and appreciate Salamander, but I think the story does give it an extra little something for the die-hards.
Looking forward to the fan reaction to this. I've pumped a lot into the Salamanders, both research and innovation, here's hoping it's well received...
Heroes of the Space Marines is released in stores in May but is available to preorder from the Black Library right now.
Doubtless, the other authors in the anthology will be posting soon enough but I in a semi-privileged position to be at the frontline where all the action is as books comes in.
What can I say? This anthology that focuses on the Space Marines (both loyal and Chaotic) looks fantastic. From the awesome cover by new artist Hardy Fowler (you'll be seeing a lot more of him in the future) to the whopping 416 pages, crammed with great stories. Never has there been a more pointy anthology from the Black Library than this.
Due to the broad subject matter, expect a lot of variety in the tales within, too. You'll find epic tragedies, missions of vengeance, half-grasped salvation, embraced damnation, arena of death, heart-stopping chases, kill-teams performing the nigh-on impossible and much more besides. It's actually a real privilege to be part of this anthology as both editor and, more importantly, author.
There are several stories in here that presage forthcoming anthologies or showcase the talents of new authors you'll be seeing a lot of in the future. Plus, of course, there are the fan favourites who already have a wealth of fantastic material to their names and are building on their established characters/narratives.
For me, it's Salamanders. Heroes of the Space Marines contains the story Fires of War, which in many ways is an introduction to characters and an action-packed (hopefully thought-provoking) lead in to the novel I'm writing right now (and adding to in about another twenty minutes or so), Salamander. As I've said before: you don't need to read Fires of War to enjoy and appreciate Salamander, but I think the story does give it an extra little something for the die-hards.
Looking forward to the fan reaction to this. I've pumped a lot into the Salamanders, both research and innovation, here's hoping it's well received...
Heroes of the Space Marines is released in stores in May but is available to preorder from the Black Library right now.
Labels: Fires of War, Heroes of the Space Marines, Salamander
posted by Nick Kyme at
17:19
3 Comments:
I was told by someone I know that the Sons of Malice (best chapter ever!) make an appearance in this anthology. Can you verify this? :) I'm trying to gather as much background material about them as possible :)
It is indeed. A fine tale by Mr Richard Ford.
Hope you enjoy it and the rest of the collection.
All right! Thanks a lot. I'll definitely buy this anthology then :)
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