His book, Elantris, is a standalone epic fantasy novel that won the Romantic Times Award for the Best Epic Fantasy of 2005 and was also chosen by Barnes & Noble to be featured as the best fantasy/sci-fi book of the year. the Evil Librarians, is now available in deluxe editions.Brandon Sanderson, born in December of 1975, was an aspiring author throughout his high school and college years, but it wasn’t until 2005 when he first became a published author. He's also written many popular and award-winning books for adults. Who could ask for more?' - Horn Book 'In this original, hysterical homage to fantasy literature, Sanderson's first novel for youth recalls the best in Artemis Fowl and A Series of Unfortunate Events.' - VOYAĪbout the Author BRANDON SANDERSON is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Rithmatist and Steelheart, both of which were selected for the American Library Association's Teens' Top Ten list. Best of all, the message it gives young readers is that a person's flaws-being late, breaking things, etc.-can sometimes turn into useful talents.' - Nancy Pearl on NPR'S Morning Edition 'A happily action-packed romp, with just the right amount of repartee between Alcatraz and his cantankerous teenage protector Bastille, and a cliffhanger ending that promises more of the same. 'This is an excellent choice to read aloud to the whole family. In this original, hysterical homage to fantasy literature, Sanderson's first novel for youth recalls the best in Artemis Fowl and A Series of Unfortunate Events. Alcatraz must stop them, using the only weapon he has: an incredible talent for breaking things.

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