Black spotlights a familiar character in this fascinating surprise addition.

We’ve got first details, including the gorgeous cover

Holly Blackis returning with a breath of freshAir.

But it’s no straightforward origin story.

Holly Black

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Everything is told wholly from Cardan’s perspective, with each chapter paired with full-color art.

Black, a no.

1New York Timesbest-selling author, has now published over 30 fantasy titles.

How the King of Elphame Learned to Hate Stories by Holly Black

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

She teams with the Australia-based Cai, a star in her own right.

“Im delighted to be illustrating Hollys wonderful story,” she says.

“It is both an honor and a little intimidating to bring these much-loved characters to life.

How the King of Elphame Learned to Hate Stories by Holly Black

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers