Legends Series by Ian Whates, Stella Gemmell, Andy Remic, Rowena Cory Daniells, Anthony Ryan, Freda Warrington, John Hornor Jacobs, Edward Cox, Gavin Smith, Mark Lawrence, Joe Abercrombie, James Barclay, Storm Constantine, Jonathan Green, Tanith Lee, Juliet E. McKenna, Anne Nicholls, Stan Nicholls, Gaie Sebold, Jan Siegel, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Sandra Unerman, Neal Asher, R.J. Barker, Gail Z. Martin, Anna Smith Spark, Justina Robson, Den Patrick, Steven Poore, Shona Kinsella, K.T. Davies, Danie Ware

Legends is an anthology of all original stories written to honour the memory of one of Britain’s greatest fantasy authors. Determined warriors, hideous creatures, wicked sorceries, tricksy villains and cunning lovers abound as fantasy’s finest imaginations do their best and their worst... moreLegends is an anthology of all original stories written to honour the memory of one of Britain’s greatest fantasy authors. Determined warriors, hideous creatures, wicked sorceries, tricksy villains and cunning lovers abound as fantasy’s finest imaginations do their best and their worst. James Barclay reveals the origins of his elite mercenary band The Raven, Adrian Tchaikovsky unveils new aspects of the realm of the Apt, Tanith Lee, Joe Abercrombie, Storm Constantine, Stan Nicholls, Juliet E McKenna and more weave their magic as only they can. Produced in cooperation with the David Gemmell Awards, Legends will, in part, act as a fund-raiser for the awards. Steel yourself, throw caution to the wind, and dare to enter the realm of Legends: Contents:1. Introduction – Stan Nicholls2. Or So Legend has It – James Barclay3. A Blade to the Heart – Gaie Sebold4. Return to Arden Falls – Ian Whates5. The Drake Lords of Kyla – Storm Constantine6. A Tower of Arkrondurl – Tanith Lee7. Who Walks With Death – Jonathan Green8. Skipping Town – Joe Abercrombie9. The Land of the Eagle – Juliet E. McKenna10. All Hail to the Oak – Anne Nicholls11. Swords and Circle – Adrian Tchaikovsky 12. Fairyland – Jan Siegel13. Mountain Tea – Sandra Unerman14. The League of Resolve – Stan Nicholls15. About the Authors less

Determined warriors, hideous creatures, wicked sorceries, tricksy villains and cunning lovers abound as fantasy’s finest imaginations do their best and their worst...In November 2013, NewCon Press released Legends: Stories in Honour of David Gemmell. We are now delighted to unveil a second volume of original stories from some of the world’s leading fantasy authors written in honour of one of the genre’s greats. As before, Legends II will act in part as a fundraiser for the David Gemmell Awards... moreDetermined warriors, hideous creatures, wicked sorceries, tricksy villains and cunning lovers abound as fantasy’s finest imaginations do their best and their worst...In November 2013, NewCon Press released Legends: Stories in Honour of David Gemmell. We are now delighted to unveil a second volume of original stories from some of the world’s leading fantasy authors written in honour of one of the genre’s greats. As before, Legends II will act in part as a fundraiser for the David Gemmell Awards. Contents1.Introduction – Stan Nicholls2.The Blessed and the Cursed – Gav Thorpe3.A Rescue – Mark Lawrence4.The Lowest Place – Edward Cox5.The Giant’s Lady – Rowena Cory Daniells 6.An Oath Given – John Gwynne7.The Singer – Stella Gemmell8.Sandrunners – Anthony Ryan9.Smokestack Lightning – Gavin Smith10.Oak – Lou Morgan11.An Owl in Moonlight – Freda Warrington12.Heaven of Animals – John Hornor Jacobs13.The Iron Wolves: Retribution – Andy Remic14.About the Authors less

Stories that are brimming with swordplay, treachery, deeds both dark and noble, with cunning thieves and wily tricksters, blood-thirsty gods and flawed heroes. David Gemmell passed away in 2006, leaving behind a legacy of memorable characters, epic settings, and thrilling tales. In the Legends anthologies, some of today's finest fantasy authors pay homage to one of fantasy fiction's greatest ever writers. Welcome to Legends. Contents: 1. Introduction by Stan Nicholls 2. Blood Debt – Gail Z... moreStories that are brimming with swordplay, treachery, deeds both dark and noble, with cunning thieves and wily tricksters, blood-thirsty gods and flawed heroes. David Gemmell passed away in 2006, leaving behind a legacy of memorable characters, epic settings, and thrilling tales. In the Legends anthologies, some of today's finest fantasy authors pay homage to one of fantasy fiction's greatest ever writers. Welcome to Legends. Contents: 1. Introduction by Stan Nicholls 2. Blood Debt – Gail Z. Martin 3. A God’s Mercy – Richard Webb 4. Berserker Captain – Neal Asher 5. The Price of Passage – Keris McDonald 6. Summoner – Danie Ware 7. Pelicos the Brave and the Princess of Kalakhadze – Steven Poore 8. The Timekeeper’s Tarot – Den Patrick 9. Her Grail – Ben North 10. Piercing the Mist – Shona Kinsella 11. Chosen of the Slain – K.T. Davies 12. The Dying Land – Nick Watkinson 13. A Hero of Her People – Anna Smith Spark 14. All Deaths Well Intention’d – RJ Barker 15. By Any Other Name – Justina Robson A Note from the editor About the Authors less