Nicholas Eames was born to parents of infinite patience and unstinting support in Wingham, Ontario. Though he attended college for theatre arts, he gave up acting to pursue the infinitely more attainable profession of 'epic fantasy novelist.' Kings of the Wyld is his first novel. Nicholas loves black coffee, neat whiskey, the month of October, and video games. He currently lives in Ontario, Canada, and is very probably writing at this very moment.
Art of War (2018) Anthology for Charity edited by Petros Triantafyllou
Nicholas Eames recommends
A Complement of Scoundrels (2026) S V Lockwood "A stunningly imaginative debut. Lockwood's prose is smart, sharp, and relentlessly charming. The city of Carintheum, from its vibrant streets to the seedy warrens of the grayside, is as colorful and compelling as the characters who inhabit it. I was hooked from the very first page, and I seriously doubt I'll read a better book this year."
The Infinite State (2026) (Decurion Saga, book 1) Richard Swan "If you're looking for smart, sophisticated science fiction to fill the Iain Banks-shaped hole in your soul, this is it."
The Dungeon Book (2026) Gareth Hanrahan "The Dungeon Book is chock-full of wit and weirdness. It's a heroine's journey turned (literally) upside-down, where you're rooting for the monsters and wishing adventurers would stay home and mind their own business. Gareth Hanrahan excels at creating wondrously unique settings, and he's done so yet again. This book was terrific."
Kill All Wizards (2026) (Barbaric Ledgers, book 1) Jedediah Berry "Hands-down the best thing I've read in years. Its flawless mingling of wit, wisdom, and wry humor reminds me of Sir Terry Pratchett."
The Book of Fallen Leaves (2026) (Book of Fallen Leaves, book 1) A S Tamaki "The Book of Fallen Leaves is the beautifully-wrought story of people shaped by their violent past careening headlong toward an even bloodier future. I loved it, and I think that readers in search of family feuds, political savagery, and complex characters on both sides of an epic, unfolding war will love it too."
The Bone Raiders (2025) (Rakada, book 1) Jackson Ford "This book was a ton of fun. The premise is awesome, the found-family dynamic is masterfully executed, the dialogue is wicked-sharp and frequently hilarious. I'm thoroughly convinced that Jackson Ford's prose could make a haircut feel like an epic adventure."
The Devils (2025) (Devils , book 1) Joe Abercrombie "Joe Abercrombie is, to me, the undisputed master of creating deep, distinct characters that leap off the page, and never more so than in The Devils. This book is hilarious, profound, tragic, and so thrillingly paced one scarcely has time to breathe between one calamitous adventure and the next. I loved every page, and can't wait to see where the story goes from here. Straight to hell, I hopefully suspect!"
Anji Kills a King (2025) (Rising Tide , book 1) Evan Leikam "Anji Kills a King is a masterful debut, with breakneck pacing and a main character whose relentless tenacity makes her an absolute joy to read. The ending is perfect, and I can't wait to see where the story goes from here."
A Song of Legends Lost (2025) (Invoker Trilogy, book 1) M H Ayinde "M.H. Ayinde has layered a cast of instantly-compelling characters and a gripping plot over a setting that blends fantasy and sci-fi in fascinating ways."
The Last Hour Between Worlds (2024) (Echo Archives, book 1) Melissa Caruso "To say The Last Hour Between Worlds hits the ground running would be an understatement: This book starts at a sprint and never slows down. It's funny, and scary, and weird in the very best way. Melissa Caruso's writing is razor-sharp and this book is one heck of a page-turner."
The Malevolent Seven (2023) (Malevolent Seven, book 1) Sebastien De Castell "The Malevolent Seven is a masterful blend of Sebastien de Castell's unique brand of wry humour, elegant prose, and wonderfully imaginative worldbuilding. I devoured this book and loved every page."
Emperor of Ruin (2023) (Burningblade & Silvereye, book 3) Django Wexler "Deliciously inventive, brimming with ancient evils, fallen empires, mysterious technology, and devastating magic."
Daughter of Redwinter (2022) (Redwinter Chronicles, book 1) Ed McDonald "Daughter of Redwinter has it all: enigmatic characters, shady politics, secret cults, ancient evils, and a young woman grappling with her own shattered identity while navigating a world in which no one is quite what they seem."
The Empire's Ruin (2021) (Ashes of the Unhewn Throne, book 1) Brian Staveley "Brian Staveley’s books are epic in every sense of the word. He’s a giant in the genre, no doubt."
Rabbits (2021) (Rabbits, book 1) Terry Miles "Rabbits is a remarkably assured debut, deftly written and laced with intrigue. It combines Haruki Murakami’s slice-of-life surrealness with the thrilling pace and pop-culture throwbacks of Ready Player One. I loved it."
Artifact Space (2021) (Arcana Imperii, book 1) Miles Cameron "I loved Nbaro. I loved her crew. I loved their ship, the Athens, and I loved every page of this book. Miles has done something extraordinary here, fusing space adventure and war-time camaraderie with gritty, day-to-day detail in a way that makes the future feel like history in the best way possible."
The Blacktongue Thief (2021) (Blacktongue, book 1) Christopher Buehlman "Chock-full of wry wit, foul language, and characters who arrive on the page with savage, sordid pasts hot on their heels. Often humorous, occasionally horrifying, and sometimes incredibly poignant, I love every single page of this book. Every sentence, even. It's that good."
The Unspoken Name (2020) (Serpent Gates, book 1) A K Larkwood "An astounding debut, written with skill and stunning assurance . . . From its flawless first page to its bittersweet last, The Unspoken Name is unlike anything I’ve read before."
The Black Hawks (2019) (Articles of Faith, book 1) David Wragg "Reminds me of Abercrombie’s THE BLADE ITSELF."
The Bone Ships (2019) (Tide Child Trilogy, book 1) RJ Barker "A singular, sensational new voice in epic fantasy."
Seven Blades in Black (2019) (Grave of Empires, book 1) Sam Sykes "Seven Blades in Black is terrific. The tale of Sal the Cacophony is delightfully sarcastic and deeply sorrowful. If you've ever wanted to read Final Fantasy: The Book, this is it."
Bad Faith (2017) (Dragon Lords, book 3) Jon Hollins "A one-of-a-kind storyteller, a master of epic fun and nonstop action."
First Watch (2017) (Fifth Ward, book 1) Dale Lucas "A brilliant premise, wonderfully told. A city that breathes, and heroes you can't help but root for."
