David Farland
David Farland
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David Farland is the author of the Western novel Dead Man's Hand. He writes stories that pull you right into the heart of the action. If you like a good Western, you'll want to check out his work.
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Unfettered II: New Tales By Masters of Fantasy
Aidan Moher
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Grifty Shades of Fey
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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 38
Brian Herbert
L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future #38
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David Farland is widely recognized for his Runelords series, a high fantasy epic that explores a unique magic system involving endowments. He is also known for his work as a writing instructor and mentor, particularly through the Writers of the Future contest.
The Runelords series begins with "The Sum of All Men," followed by "Brotherhood of the Wolf," "Wizardborn," and "The Lair of Bones." The series continues with "Sons of an Ancient Race," "Worldbinder," "The Wyrmling Horde," and concludes with "Chaosbound."
David Farland, under his pen name Dave Wolverton, won the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Award in 1987. He also received a Nebula Award nomination for his novella "In the Face of My Enemy."











