Brandon Sanderson's Way of Kings Prime Released

The Way of Kings Prime, the Original Draft of the Way of Kings, is Now Available

This early draft provides a glimpse into Brandon Sanderson's writing process and the evolution of his epic fantasy novel

The Way of Kings Prime is the original draft of The Way of Kings, written in 2002. This early draft provides a glimpse into Brandon Sanderson's writing process and the evolution of his epic fantasy novel. The Coppermind, a wiki dedicated to Sanderson's works, has published the draft, which is available for free download. The draft contains spoilers for all of Sanderson's published works, so readers are advised to proceed with caution. However, for fans of Sanderson's work, this is a fascinating opportunity to see how his writing has developed over time.

The Way of Kings is an epic high fantasy novel written by American author Brandon Sanderson and the first book in The Stormlight Archive series. The book was originally published in 2010 and has since been translated into over two dozen languages. The Way of Kings is set on the fictional world of Roshar, where highstorms regularly sweep across the land, causing widespread destruction. The story follows Kaladin, a young man who joins the army of the Alethi Empire to fight against the Parshendi, a race of humanoids who are immune to the storms. The Way of Kings has been praised for its complex characters, intricate worldbuilding, and fast-paced plot. The book has won numerous awards, including the David Gemmell Legend Award for Best Fantasy Novel.