Praise for Science Fiction Grand Master, Lois McMaster Bujold’s Penric Series:
“Bujold’s delightful latest tale of Penric . . . is another winner in Bujold’s already strong series.”
—Publishers Weekly on “The Prisoner of Limnos,” starred review
 
“Series fans and fantasy readers who seek well-drawn characters will love this tale.”
—Publishers Weekly on “Mira’s Last Dance”
 
“Best-selling author Bujold follows her Hugo-nominated ‘Penric and the Shaman’ (2017) with another adventure featuring the sorcerer Penric and his resident 200-year-old chaos demon, Desdemona. . . . Series fans will be delighted with this tale, which begs for continuation.”
—Booklist on “Penric’s Mission”

“Set in the World of The Five Gods (‘The Curse of Chalion;’ ‘Paladin of Souls;’ ‘The ‘Hallowed Hunt’), Bujold’s novella takes series fans back to a well-known realm in an exciting new adventure. The varied voices, especially between Pen and Desdemona, add a fun slant to a serious tale.”
—Library Journal on “Penric and the Shaman”

“Bujold follows ‘Penric’s Demon’ with another brief tale set in her World of the Five Gods, this time combining supernatural sleuthing with finely drawn characters and a panoply of emotions.”
—Publishers Weekly on “Penric and the Shaman,” starred review
 
“Fans of the Chalion tales will again be drawn in by the intrigue of the religious dynamics, the fantasy aspects of the ‘magic’ and the complexity of character that Bujold is so masterful at creating.”
—RT Book Reviews on “Penric’s Demon”

TWO OF PENRIC’S MOST INTRIGUING TALES—A SHORT NOVEL AND NOVELLA, COLLECTED TOGETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME

From Lois McMaster Bujold come the latest entries in the fan favorite fantasy series, Penric & Desdemona. With a brand new introduction from the Science Fiction Grand Master herself, this collection is a must have for fans!

The Assassins of Thasalon, the short novel
An unholy attack upon his brother-in-law, General Arisaydia, pitches sorcerer Learned Penric and his Temple demon Desdemona headlong into the snake-pit of Cedonian imperial politics. But they will not travel alone. The mission from his god brings Penric some of his strangest new allies yet, and the return of some of his most valued old ones.

Knot of Shadows, the novella
When a corpse that is not quite as dead as it seems is found floating Vilnoc harbor, Temple sorcerer Penric and his chaos demon Desdemona are drawn into the uncanny investigation. Pen’s keen questions will take him across the city of Vilnoc, and into far more profound mysteries, as his search for truths interlaces with tragedy.

Get Penric's Intriques here.

Praise for A Liaden Universe Constellation: Volume 1:
“. . . adds a bit of sparkle to ordinary life. . . . This series [is] . . . the premier place to find good romantic SF adventure. . . . strong characters finding their own way (and, often, each other) in an action-packed galaxy of worlds. . . . Every story stands on its own; readers don’t have to be familiar with the Liaden universe. Those who have had the pleasure, though, will find many connections to existing tales.”
—Analog

 Praise for the Liaden Universe series:
“I love the Liaden Universe books for their complex weaving of cultures and manners and the dangers of space travel. I was fascinated by Ribbon Dance’s focus on the careful work of establishing trade with a long-isolated world where psi powers are common. At play are the differences between offworld procedures and the traditions and suspicions of the planetary society. And an elderly, politely demanding norbear.” 
—Kathryn Sullivan, Talking to Trees

“Time spent with the Tree and Dragon is always a joy. Ribbon Dance is a marvelous tale, a feast for Liaden fans. And everyone should be a Liaden fan.”
—#1 New York Times Best Seller Patricia Briggs 

“Starts fast and runs hot and true. Perhaps Lee & Miller’s strongest work to date. Space opera the way it should be.” 
—James D. Macdonald, coauthor of The Price of the Stars

“Deftly written, with politics, passion and power winding together to create an incredibly satisfying story that spans generations, cultures, and worlds. What a treat. Sure to satisfy long-time readers and newcomers alike!”
—C.E. Murphy, author of The Walker Papers series

A CONSTELLATION OF SHINING STORIES SET IN THE VASTLY DIVERSE SPACE OPERA WORLD OF THE LIADEN SERIES

The sixth Constellation collects eleven stories set in Sharon Lee and Steve Miller’s vast, versatile, and beloved Liaden Universe^®.  Themes range from military to western to found family, and include discovery stories and novel outtakes. All showcase Lee and Miller’s deft touch with characterization and their acclaimed world-building skill. Also included in this volume is the text of Sharon Lee’s speech accepting the Robert A. Heinlein Award for outstanding published works in science fiction literature, which was presented at the 59th Baltimore Science Fiction Convention.

Stories included in this collection are: “Standing Orders,” “Gadreel’s Folly,” “The Last Train to Clarkesville,” “Wise Child,” “Songs of the Fathers,” “From Every Storm a Rainbow,” “Our Lady of Benevolence,” “Chimera,” “Neutral Ground,” “Mother’s Love,” and “Core Values,” plus a foreword from the author, original to this volume.

Get A Liaden Universe Constellation: Volume 6 here.

RECENT AUDIOBOOK RELEASES:

These titles have just been released as audiobooks. See your favorite audiobook retailer to get your copy. 

Monster Hunter Files, Vol. 2
Edited by Larry Correia &
Jason Cordova

Beyond the Rift
by John Ringo & Lydia Sherrer
(releases 5/12)

The Ship Who Dared
by Mercedes Lackey &
Veronica Giguere
(releases 5/12)

DO YOU REMEMBER THE GOOD OLD DAYS?
take $1 off of eBook copies of:

A Liaden Universe Constellation
A Liaden Universe Constellation Volume 2
A Liaden Universe Constellation Volume 3
A Liaden Universe Constellation Volume 4
A Liaden Universe Constellation Volume 5

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WHO WILL INTRIGUE WITH PENRIC?

Five lucky winners will receive eBook copies of:

Penric’s Intrigues
Penric’s Labors
Penric’s Travels
Penric’s Progress

Find out how to enter the random drawing here.

Our congratulations to the winners of last month’s contest! 

Chrille Andersson
Rob Shea
Bill Hansberry

These lucky few have won eBook copies of:

Magelight and Blood on the Sand by Kacey Ezell

Coming soon to the Baen Free Radio Hour: 

Jeremy Comeaux interviews Lois McMaster Bujold on Penric’s Intrigues and Sean Hazlett interviews Sharon Lee on A Liaden Universe Constellation, Vol 6, then Jeremy Comeaux sits down with DJ Butler and David J. West to talk about their new novel, Hell on Wheels.

Listen to the Baen Free Radio Hour now.

Missed past episodes? No problem. We’ve got every episode archived for your listening pleasure. All previous episodes are also archived at Baen’s YouTube and Rumble channels. And check out the new optional video podcast format!

April Books

FREE FICTION

Read, “Orbital Decay,” by Malory, the winner of this year’s Jim Baen Memorial Award.

Read, “Orbital Decay" here.