The Rithmatist [Paperback]

An epic teen adventure from Brandon Sanderson, #1New York Timesbestselling author of the Stormlight Archive, the Mistborn saga, and countless bestselling works of science fiction and fantasy.

More than anything, Joel wants to be a Rithmatist. Rithmatists have the power to infuse life into two-dimensional figures known as Chalklings. Rithmatists are humanity's only defense against the Wild Chalklings. Having nearly overrun the territory of Nebrask, the Wild Chalklings now threaten all of the American Isles.

As the son of a lowly chalkmaker at Armedius Academy, Joel can only watch as Rithmatist students learn the magical art that he would do anything to practice. Then students start disappearingkidnapped from their rooms at night, leaving trails of blood. Assigned to help the professor who is investigating the crimes, Joel and his friend Melody find themselves on the trail of an unexpected discoveryone that will change Rithmaticsand their worldforever.

ANew York Times Book ReviewNotable Children's Book

Brandon Sandersongrew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. He lives in Utah with his wife and children and teaches creative writing at Brigham Young University. His bestsellers have sold 50 million copies worldwide and include the Mistborn saga; the Stormlight Archive novels; and other novels, includingTress of the Emerald Sea, The Rithmatist,Steelheart,andSkyward. He won a Hugo Award forThe Emperor's Soul, a novella set in the world of his acclaimed first novel,Elantris. Additionally, he completed Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time?. Visit his website for behind-the-scenes information on all his books.

Illustrations from McSweeney, fiesty characters, and a complex plot likely to unwind over several volumes, this high-spirited, exciting story will appeal to readers of all ages. Publishers Weekly starred review

Fantasy readers should devour this well-crafted mix of actionlóS