Brandon Sanderson
Brandon Sanderson is an American author of fantasy and sci-fi novels. The native Nebraskan is best known for his Mistborn series in addition to finishing The Wheel of Time series following the passing of the original author, Robert Jordan. He also writes the Alcatraz series and The Stormlight Archive (planned for 10 books). Sanderson once edited the Leading Edge magazine while he was studying for his Master’s degree at Brigham Young University. He now teaches creative writing at the same school. Brandon now resides in Utah with his wife and children.
Biography & Profile
Brandon Sanderson is an American author of fantasy and sci-fi novels. The native Nebraskan is best known for his Mistborn series in addition to finishing The Wheel of Time series following the passing of the original author, Robert Jordan. He also writes the Alcatraz series and The Stormlight Archive (planned for 10 books). Sanderson once edited the Leading Edge magazine while he was studying for his Master’s degree at Brigham Young University. He now teaches creative writing at the same school. Brandon now resides in Utah with his wife and children. Brandon Sanderson became a published author in April 2005 with the novel Elantris. He followed this up the following year with The Final Empire, launching his Mistborn series. Below is a list of Brandon Sanderson’s books in order of when they were originally released:
Book Series by Brandon Sanderson
Complete Bibliography & Book List in Order
The Final Empire
A street thief named Vin is recruited by the charismatic Kelsier to overthrow a thousand-year-old immortal tyrant known as the Lord Ruler.
The Well of Ascension
Having toppled the empire, Elend Venture and Vin struggle to rule the fragile new government while under siege from rival warlords.
The Hero of Ages
As ash falls and the world begins to choke, Vin and Elend must decipher the ancient prophecies to stop the dark force known as Ruin.
The Alloy of Law
Three hundred years after the events of Era 1, lawman Waxillium Ladrian returns to the metropolis of Elendel to solve a series of train robberies.
Shadows of Self
Wax and Wayne investigate a political conspiracy that threatens to tear Elendel apart, uncovering links to legendary figures from the past.
The Bands of Mourning
Wax searches for the mythical metal bands belonging to the Lord Ruler, rumored to grant anyone the full range of magical abilities.
Secret History
A companion novella exploring behind-the-scenes cosmic events in the Cosmere during the timeline of the original Mistborn trilogy.
The Lost Metal
The action-packed conclusion to Mistborn Era 2 as Wax and Wayne face off against cosmic threats originating from outside Scadrial.