SOLARIS is delighted to announce the acquisition of further novels in two of their bestselling fantasy series.

Books three and four have been purchased in Gail Z. Martin’s highly successful Chronicles of the Necromancer series. THE SUMMONER was one of the most important fantasy debuts in both the US and UK in 2007. THE BLOOD KING, hitting shelves in February, promises to take the series and Gail’s status to the next level. The sequels, the first of which is called DARK HAVEN, will develop a new story arc in the Winter Kingdoms that will delight her ever-growing fanbase.

Solaris has also acquired a third book in James Maxey’s Dragon Age series, which continues the stunning twist on dragon-based fantasy that was established in BITTERWOOD and will continue in DRAGONFORGE, published in March 2008.

Commissioning Editor Christian Dunn said: “Both these authors played a huge part in the great success of Solaris’s debut year. Gail has developed a legion of fans of high fantasy, and James has shown popularity with his reinvention of dragon novels. I’m very happy to be publishing more of their fine work.”

Praise for Gail Z. Martin:

“Adventure with whole-hearted passion.” —SFX

“Gail Z. Martin has a good grasp of pacing, and tells a fast-paced tale laced with plenty of action.” —SF Site

Praise for James Maxey:

“James Maxey’s world of dragons and humans at war is so solidly and engagingly rendered that I never wanted to leave.” —John Marco

“The dragons are wonderfully written, as is the tormented hero… many readers will pine for a whole series of Dragon Age titles.” —Publisher’s Weekly (Starred Review)

For more information please contact BL Publishing on: solaris@blpublishing.com 
or call George Mann on ++44 (0)115 - 900 4172