History Creator / BrandonSanderson

He has released twenty-two novels since his 2005 debut ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'', plus almost as many novellas and a number of short stories. ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'' in particular are enormous {{Doorstopper}}s which are published at a similar rate to his shorter books (which are generally 500-600 pages themselves). He plans to be even ''more'' prolific in the future, having at least 27 novels planned[[note]]two ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'' sequels, a ''Literature/{{Warbreaker}}'' sequel, six more books in ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'', seven more ''Franchise/{{Mistborn}}'' books, nine other [[Literature/TheCosmere Cosmere]] books, two more ''Literature/{{Skyward}}'' sequels, a sixth [[Literature/AlcatrazSeries ''Alcatraz'']] book, and a sequel to ''Literature/TheRithmatist''.[[/note]].

He has released twenty-two novels since his 2005 debut ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'', plus almost as many novellas and a number of short stories. ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'' in particular are enormous {{Doorstopper}}s which are published at a similar rate to his shorter books (which are generally 500-600 pages themselves). He plans to be even ''more'' prolific in the future, having at least 27 novels planned[[note]]two ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'' sequels, a ''Literature/{{Warbreaker}}'' sequel, six more books in ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'', seven more ''Franchise/{{Mistborn}}'' books, nine other [[Literature/TheCosmere Cosmere]] books, two more ''Literature/Skyward'' sequels, a sixth [[Literature/AlcatrazSeries ''Alcatraz'']] book, and a sequel to ''Literature/TheRithmatist''.[[/note]].

* InfantImmortality: In order to balance out [[spoiler:Karata's HeroicSacrifice]], Sanderson opted to have all of the children saved in Elantris survive the end of the book.

His works are famous for their strict and innovative [[MagicAIsMagicA rules-based magic systems]]. Often quoted for his First Law: "An author's ability to solve conflict with magic is directly proportional to how well the reader understands said magic."

* "Literature/ChildrenOfTheNameless", a ''TabletopGame/MagicTheGathering'' novella taking place in Innistrad and introducing a new Planeswalker.

* ''Literature/TheRithmatist'', a SteamPunk YA novel featuring chalk-based GeometricMagic.

* {{Noir}}: The state Kai and Sophie's date happens in has a distinct Noir atmosphere, though more focused on politics than might be expected.

He has released twenty-two novels since his 2005 debut ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'', plus almost as many novellas and a number of short stories. ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'' in particular are enormous {{Doorstopper}}s which are published at a similar rate to his shorter books (which are generally 500-600 pages themselves). He plans to be even ''more'' prolific in the future, having at least 27 novels planned[[note]]two ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'' sequels, a ''Literature/{{Warbreaker}}'' sequel, six more books in ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'', seven more ''Franchise/{{Mistborn}}'' books, eight other [[Literature/TheCosmere Cosmere]] books, two more ''Literature/Skyward'' sequels, a sixth [[Literature/AlcatrazSeries ''Alcatraz'']] book, and a sequel to ''Literature/TheRithmatist''.[[/note]].

He has released twenty-two novels since his 2005 debut ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'', plus almost as many novellas and a number of short stories. ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'' in particular are enormous {{Doorstopper}}s which are published at a similar rate to his shorter books (which are generally 500-600 pages themselves). He plans to be even ''more'' prolific in the future, having at least 30 novels planned[[note]]two ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'' sequels, a ''Literature/{{Warbreaker}}'' sequel, six more books in ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'', seven more ''Franchise/{{Mistborn}}'' books, eight other [[Literature/TheCosmere Cosmere]] books, two more ''Literature/Skyward'' sequels, a sixth [[Literature/AlcatrazSeries ''Alcatraz'']] book, and a sequel to ''Literature/TheRithmatist''.[[/note]]. He also pursues various {{geek}}y JustForFun/OneOfUs interests in his spare time, including ''TabletopGame/MagicTheGathering''[[note]]Which makes the fact that he was contracted by Wizards of the Coast to write Literature/ChildrenOfTheNameless even better.[[/note]], {{Fan Convention}}s and TabletopGames.

He also heartily embraces NewMedia to the point of providing his own CelebrityBlog, participating extensively in fan forums, releasing several ebook test balloons, and making his own write-your-own-novel PodCast ''Podcast/WritingExcuses'', co-moderated by his friends Howard Tayler (artist and writer of ''Webcomic/SchlockMercenary''), Dan Wells, (author of the ''Literature/IAmNotASerialKiller'' horror trilogy), and Creator/MaryRobinetteKowal, (author of ''Literature/ShadesOfMilkAndHoney'' and numerous short stories). His works frequently feature praiseworthy jacket quotes from fellow Mormon and Brigham Young University graduate Creator/OrsonScottCard.

You can check out his website [[http://www.brandonsanderson.com/ here]] for lots of cool info about his works. Check out fan-forum [[http://www.17thshard.com 17th Shard]] for all your Brandon-obsession needs. He also has a [[https://www.youtube.com/c/BrandSanderson/videos YouTube channel]] where he posts book reviews, lectures, and advice for writers.

He has released twenty solo novels since his 2005 debut ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'', plus almost as many novellas and a number of short stories. The Stormlight Archive and Wheel of Time in particular are enormous {{Doorstopper}}s which are published at a similar rate to his shorter books (which are generally 500-600 pages themselves). He plans to be even ''more'' prolific in the future, having at least 30 novels planned[[note]]Including 10 Stormlight Archive books in total, TWO more trilogies of Mistborn books (and a 4th book to round out the ''Literature/WaxAndWayne'' series), sequels to Warbreaker and Elantris, 3 more Skyward books, contiuning the Alcatraz and Reckoners series, two entirely new Cosmere series and several other related Cosmere novels[[/note]]. He also pursues various {{geek}}y JustForFun/OneOfUs interests in his spare time, including ''TabletopGame/MagicTheGathering''[[note]]Which makes the fact that he was contracted by Wizards of the Coast to write Literature/ChildrenOfTheNameless even better.[[/note]], {{Fan Convention}}s and TabletopGames.

He also heartily embraces NewMedia to the point of providing his own CelebrityBlog, participating extensively in fan forums, releasing several ebook test balloons, and making his own write-your-own-novel PodCast ''Podcast/WritingExcuses'', co-moderated by his friends Howard Tayler, artist and writer of ''Webcomic/SchlockMercenary'', Dan Wells, author of the ''Literature/IAmNotASerialKiller'' horror trilogy, and Creator/MaryRobinetteKowal, author of ''Literature/ShadesOfMilkAndHoney'' and numerous short stories. His works frequently feature praiseworthy jacket quotes from fellow Mormon and Brigham Young University graduate Creator/OrsonScottCard.

You can check out his website [[http://www.brandonsanderson.com/ here]] for lots of cool info about his works. Check out fan forum [[http://www.17thshard.com 17th Shard]] for all your Brandon-obsession needs. He also has a [[https://www.youtube.com/c/BrandSanderson/videos YouTube channel]] where he posts book reviews, lectures, and advice for writers.

He has released twenty-one solo novels since his 2005 debut ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'', plus almost as many novellas and a number of short stories. The Stormlight Archive and Wheel of Time in particular are enormous {{Doorstopper}}s which are published at a similar rate to his shorter books (which are generally 500-600 pages themselves). He plans to be even ''more'' prolific in the future, having at least 30 novels planned[[note]]Including 10 Stormlight Archive books in total, TWO more trilogies of Mistborn books (and a 4th book to round out the ''Literature/WaxAndWayne'' series), sequels to Warbreaker and Elantris, 3 more Skyward books, contiuning the Alcatraz and Reckoners series, two entirely new Cosmere series and several other related Cosmere novels[[/note]]. He also pursues various {{geek}}y JustForFun/OneOfUs interests in his spare time, including ''TabletopGame/MagicTheGathering''[[note]]Which makes the fact that he was contracted by Wizards of the Coast to write Literature/ChildrenOfTheNameless even better.[[/note]], {{Fan Convention}}s and TabletopGames.

He has released over 20 novels since his 2005 debut ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'', plus almost as many novellas and a number of short stories. The Stormlight Archive and Wheel of Time in particular are enormous {{Doorstopper}}s which are published at a similar rate to his shorter books (which are generally 500-600 pages themselves). He plans to be even ''more'' prolific in the future, having at least 30 novels planned[[note]]Including 10 Stormlight Archive books in total, TWO more trilogies of Mistborn books (and a 4th book to round out the ''Literature/WaxAndWayne'' series), sequels to Warbreaker and Elantris, 3 more Skyward books, contiuning the Alcatraz and Reckoners series, two entirely new Cosmere series and several other related Cosmere novels[[/note]]. He also pursues various {{geek}}y JustForFun/OneOfUs interests in his spare time, including ''TabletopGame/MagicTheGathering''[[note]]Which makes the fact that he was contracted by Wizards of the Coast to write Literature/ChildrenOfTheNameless even better.[[/note]], {{Fan Convention}}s and TabletopGames.

* PerfectlyArrangedMarriage: ''Elantris'' play this one straight. ''Warbreaker'' plays with it somewhat bizarrely: the King technically breaks his agreement by sending ''the wrong daughter'' to marry the foreign king, but then ''she'' turns out to be perfect for him! And in ''Words of Radiance,'' a betrothal is arranged between [[spoiler: Shallan and Adolin,]] and they both think it's a great idea, to the surprise of pretty much everyone, and get along pretty well with each other, despite both of them having a tendency to offend just about everyone else they meet.

You can check out his website [[http://www.brandonsanderson.com/ here]] for lots of cool info about his works. Check out fan forum [[http://www.17thshard.com 17th Shard]] for all your Brandon-obsession needs.

* SciFiGhetto: In Universe. It seems to be common for liveborn from more 'serious' states to look down on those from fantasy worlds as immature and unsophisticated. Since the states are created explicitly to be perfect for their liveborn it has an air of PityingCondescension that a fantasy state is all they are able to handle.

* SciFiGhetto: In Universe. It seems to be common for liveborn from more 'serious' states to look down on those from fantasy worlds as immature and unsophisticated.

* SciFiGhetto: It seems to be common for liveborn from more 'serious' states to look down on those from fantasy worlds as immature and unsophisticated.

* SignatureStyle: Sanderson is best known for his [[MagicAIsMagicA intricate, self consistent magic systems.]] His works also tend to contain lots of political intrigue that ultimately [[GambitPileup results in chaos]], {{Well Intentioned Extremist}}s, [[WorldOfSnark large quantities of snark]], and characters [[AscendedToAHigherPlaneOfExistence becoming gods]]. Doing the right thing will usually be portrayed as DifficultButAwesome, and characters will be able to EarnYourHappyEnding. [[TraumaCongaLine Boy will they earn it.]]

* SignatureStyle: Sanderson is best known for his [[MagicAIsMagicA intricate, self consistent magic systems.]] His works also tend to contain lots of political intrigue that ultimately [[GambitPileup results in chaos]], {{Well Intentioned Extremist}}s, [[WorldOfSnark large quantities of snark]], and characters [[AscendedToAHigherPlaneOfExistence becoming gods]].

** Lofty ideals, and the demoralising difficulty of living by them in a CrapsackWorld full of moral no-win situations.

* RealWomenDontWearDresses: Averted -- all of his major female characters are feminine to a greater or lesser degree, and all [[ActionGirl end]] [[GuileHero up]] Badass [[EverythingsBetterWithPrincesses in their own way]]. Several character struggle with how to balance their views of themselves and outside expectations.

* BoringInvincibleHero: In Universe, what the situation becomes for the players if they realize that, in fact, they can't lose to Machine Born or ultimately fail their tests.

* EverythingsBetterWithPrincesses: It's been observed that he's rather fond of strong female leads of the royal persuasion. [[TheChessmaster Sarene]], [[RebelliousPrincess Siri]], [[WrongGenreSavvy Vivenna]], and [[BadassBookworm Jasnah]] are the most noteworthy.

* AfterTheEnd: Used in both ''Literature/{{Elantris}}'' (where it's just the titular city), ''Literature/MistbornTheOriginalTrilogy'' (where the whole world is post-apocalyptic), ''Literature/TheStormlightArchive'' (where The End just keeps coming in a cycle of EternalRecurrence), Literature/TheReckonersTrilogy (civilization was destroyed by superhumans)... there's a lot of this going around.