Mark Robson (writer)

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Mark Robson (born 1966) is a British author of fantasy novels.

Robson was born in Wanstead, Essex, but was raised near Carmarthen, Wales. He has written the Darkweaver Legacy, which includes The Forging of the Sword (2000, ISBN 0953819000), Trail of the Huntress (2001, ISBN 0953819019), First Sword (2002, ISBN 0953819027) and The Chosen One (2003, ISBN 0953819035). He has also written The Imperial Series, which includes Imperial Spy (2006, ISBN 141690185X), Imperial Assassin (2006, ISBN 1416901868) and Imperial Traitor(2007, ISBN 1847380352), these are the first of his books to be published by a professional company; the Darkweaver Legacy series he self-published. The Imperial Series is set in the same world as The Darkweaver Legacy, and tells of the aftermath of the events that happened in the quartet. Robson has also announced on the fantasy forum chronicles network, that he plans to write another series about dragons, which at this point has been named the “Dragon Orb” series: his tentative title for the first book was Dragon Oracle although it is now more likely to be named Firestorm. This has now been comfirmed on his official website, the series being titled Dragon Orb. It is another quartet of books, published by the same company as the Imperial Trilogy. Book one Firestorm is comfirmed to release on 4th August 2008, followed by Shadow, Longfang and Aurora with dates not comfirmed.

The Forging of the Sword - Synopsis:

The art of the Magician has been banned in Thrandor for two hundred years. Magic has degenerated to myth and legend, fit only for the songs of minstrels. So thought Calvyn, a young teenager from a farming village near the borders of the Great Western Forest. Unbeknown to him, a magical talisman has been recovered and the whole of Thrandor stands blissfully unaware that disaster is poised to strike. So begins the Darkweaver Legacy …

Trail of the Huntress - Synopsis:

The battle for Mantor has been won. Against all odds the Terachite Nomads are in retreat. Yet now, even before the threat of the Nomad Clans has passed, a new danger has arisen in the North. The mystical Lords of the Inner Eye have initiated an evil plan that will force Jenna to face her destiny. A deadly path is laid before her… one filled with doubts and danger at every turn. But sometimes even fate can be twisted. Especially when you are… ‘The Huntress.’

First Sword - Synopsis:

After the spectacular victory at Kortag, Thandor appears safe. Bek and Jez, however, are imprisoned and in grave danger. Forced to fight in the deadly arena where all who face them are enemies, they make plans for their escape… but to escape, they must first survive. Perdimonn, Warder of the Earth Key, also faces a perilous road. The powerful Magician, Selkor, having restored Darkweaver’s amulet, is now attempting to gather the Keys of Power. Perdimonn must risk everything to stop Selkor and avert disaster. For Perdimonn a dangerous race… and for Bek, the deadly contest to prove that he is still… First Sword.

The Chosen One - Synopsis:

Selkor has gained three of the four Keys that the Warders have kept secret for untold years. The Shandese Magician is desperate to get the final Key and become ‘The Chosen One’ prophesied by the Oracle, Drehboor Perdimonn, Warder of the Earth Key, must somehow find a way to stop him. Calvyn and the Council of Magicians are racing to Perdimonn’s aid, but hundreds of leagues separate the allies… and Selkor is not Calvyn’s only enemy…

Imperial Spy - Synopsis:

Femke, a gifted and resourceful young spy, is entrusted with a vital foreign mission by the Emperor. Her adversary, Shalidar, frames Femke with responsibility for two murders while she is visiting their neighbouring court. Femke is isolated in an alien country, being pursued both by her enemies and by the authorities. Only her side-kick, Reynik, a young military trainee, can help. Together, they must outwit the evil assassin Shalidar and prove Femke’s innocence so they can complete the imperial mission. This is the first in a new series.

Imperial Assassin - Synopsis:

Declared outlaws by the Emperor, the Guild of Assassins strikes back hard. The Emperor must act fast. He needs someone to infiltrate the Guild. All attempts to locate the assassins’ headquarters have failed and Femke is already known to the assassins. So Reynik, the young legionnaire, must penetrate their inner circle to discover the Guild’s secrets. But secrets kept hidden for over five centuries command a high price is Reynik is ready to risk his life for the mission?

Imperial Traitor - Synopsis:

When Emperor Surabar is assassinated, Shalidar makes plans to put Lord Tremarle on the throne, in return for being appointed his heir. The remaining lords have other plans, however, and the city descends into anarchy. Femke and Reynik go into hiding with the Emperor designate, Lord Kempten. But for Kempten to take over, he must destroy the master stone - a stone which is kept in the heavily-guarded palace. As gladiators face up to assassins, can Femke come up with a plan to get them into the palace - and return peace to the city?

Firestorm (forthcoming title) Dragons in Areth each have a single predestined rider and a single life mission – given to them by the Oracle. But this once all-powerful being is now fatally damaged and fading fast… only the dragons and their riders can save it!

Firestorm the Day Dragon

Nolita is terrified of dragons! Learning to fly her day dragon would be dangerous enough without irrational fears to contend with and a vicious dragon-hunter on her tail…

With Elian, another novice rider, Nolita seeks the first of four Orbs, whose combined power can restore the Oracle. Only Nolita, as a day dragon rider, can claim it. To do so, she must face her worst fears, and face them alone…

Release Date comfirmed to 4th August 2008

Shadow (forthcoming title) Release date to be comfirmed Four dragonriders on a mission to save their world.

Dragon’s in Areth each have a single predestined rider and a single life mission, given to them by the Oracle. But this once all-powerful being is now fatally damaged and fading fast…Only the dragons and their riders can save it!

Shadow the Night Dragon

Pell and his night dragon Shadow must find the dark orb to help save the Oracle, leader of all dragonkind. But Segun, a power-hungry tyrant, stands in their way. Pell must use his flying skills, bravery and resourcefulness to the limit, as Segun is determined to get the orb - even if it means killing the opposition…

Longfang (forthcoming title) Release dates to be confirmed Four dragonriders on a mission to save their world

Longfang the Dusk Dragon

Kira and her dusk dragon, Longfang, must find the third Orb to save the Oracle, leader of all dragon kind. Following a path beset with dangers, and traps that maim and kill, the four dragon riders must reach the twilight world of the Castle of Shadows. Kira knows enough to be anxious. What twisted sacrifice will this Orb demand?

Aurora (forthcoming title) Release date to be confirmed Four dragonriders on a mission to save their world

Aurora the Dawn Dragon

Elian and his dawn dragon, Aurora, lead the search for the fourth and final orb. Pursued by night dragons and helped by a WWI airman, the four dragonriders are drawn into a huge aerial battle between all the dragon enclaves. The ultimate fate of dragonkind hangs by a thread and a terrible price must be paid …

Talks and Workshops Mark Robson also does talks and workshops in schools. To find out more, visit http://www.markrobsonauthor.com/schools/