by Fonda Lee | Jul 15, 2019 | News
Pre-orders and first week sales are immensely valuable to authors and publishers because they signal to booksellers that there’s demand for the book. If you pre-order Jade War or buy it within its first week of release, I’ll send you a signed bookplate, a postcard of the Green Bone oath, and a vinyl No Peak clan sticker to show off your clan loyalties!

All you have to do is:
1) Rush out and buy a copy of Jade War in any format (print, audio, e-book)
2) Post a selfie (or book photo, or pet photo) with your purchased copy of Jade War on social media (Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram) with the hashtag #JadeWar by July 31.
3) Email or DM me with a link to your post and your mailing address (anywhere in the world is fine!)
4) Receive your swag! (Allow 1-3 weeks for delivery)
by Fonda Lee | Jul 5, 2019 | News
In advance of its release on July 23, Jade War has garnered a triumvirate of starred reviews from Publisher’s Weekly, Library Journal, and Kirkus. Here’s what they’re saying:
“Lee’s story is sweeping, leisurely, and epic, and combines political intrigue with sharply choreographed action scenes, but it’s a character-driven family drama at its heart. Conflict ranges from delicate boardroom negotiations to dramatic duels, and from assassinations to all-out war, while the increasingly complex narrative continually ups the stakes. This worthy continuation of the larger story line delivers a satisfying tale and sets the stage for the next installment.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Smart and action-filled fantasy, filled with vibrant characters.” —Library Journal (starred review)
“Strong, thoughtful, and fast-paced.” —Kirkus (starred review)
by Fonda Lee | May 7, 2019 | News
Cross Fire, the sequel to Exo, is a 2019 Locus Award finalist for Best YA Novel, alongside many deserving fellow nominees. The winners will be announced June 30 in Seattle. Check out the full list of finalists.
by Fonda Lee | Apr 11, 2019 | News
Look at these beautiful advance reader copies of Jade War! The second book in the Green Bone Saga releases on July 23, and I can’t wait to share the continuing story of the No Peak clan with readers. I’ll be giving away these signed ARCS to newsletter subscribers, in person at Norwescon April 19-21, and on Twitter. So subscribe, follow, and stay tuned.

by Fonda Lee | Apr 6, 2019 | News
My fun superhero short story, “Welcome to the Legion of Six” has been published by The Overcast. This is my first podcast publication and I think the audio format suits this story particularly well, particularly with J.S. Arquin’s expressive narration. Have a listen here.