Brandon often says that it was during this time in Seoul, Korea that he realized that he didn't miss chemistry one bit, but he did miss writing. From 1995-1997 he took time away from his studies to serve as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. In 1994 Brandon enrolled at Brigham Young University as a Biochemistry major. His first attempts, he says, were dreadful. He liked epic fantasy so much that he even tried his hand at writing some. Brandon continued to be an avid reader through junior high and high school. He discovered such authors as David Eddings, Melanie Rawn, Robert Jordan, Anne McCaffrey, and Orson Scott Card.

Brandon thoroughly enjoyed this book, and went in search of anything similar. Reader, gave Brandon Dragonsbane by Barbara Hambly. This all changed in 8th grade when an astute teacher, Mrs. As a child Brandon enjoyed reading, but he lost interest in the types of titles often suggested for him, and by junior high he never cracked a book if he could help it. Shop Worldwide: | .uk | Amazon.Brandon Sanderson was born in December 1975 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Now, she must use her newfound status in order to push back Hrathen, who wants to convert Arelon and claim it for his emperor and god. Instead she finds the Prince dead and she is considered his widow. Princess Saene arrives to marry Crown Prince Raoden, hoping to find love. Arelon’s new capital is Kae, which lies in the shadow of Elantris. Then, a decade ago, the power failed and the Elantrians became powerless creatures and the city went dark and began to crumble. Each one of these beings was once a regular person who was then touched by the transforming power called the Shaod. If You Like Brandon Sanderson Books, You’ll Love…īrandon Sanderson Synopsis: Elantris was the beautiful capital of Arelon, populated by benevolent beings who used magic to benefit one and all. Shadows Beneath also has stories by Mary Robinette Kowal, Howard Tayler and Dan Wells. The White Sand graphic novels are written by Rik Hoskin, based on the work of Brandon Sanderson. Note: The Wheel of Time books are co-authored by Robert Jordan.

New Spring is a prequel to the Wheel of Time series. Crossroads of Twilight (By: Robert Jordan)

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