Jonathan Maberry is a New York Times bestselling author, five-time Bram Stoker Award winner, and comic book writer. He writes in multiple genres including suspense, thriller, horror, science fiction, fantasy, and adventure; and he writes for adults, teens, and middle grade. His works include the Joe Ledger thrillers, Glimpse, the Rot & Ruin series, the Dead of Night series, The Wolfman, The X-Files Origins: Devil’s Advocate, Mars One, and many others. Several of his works are in development for film and TV, including V Wars, which is a Netflix original series. He is the editor of high-profile anthologies including the X-Files books, Aliens: Bug Hunt, Out of Tune, Hardboiled Horror, Baker Street Irregulars, Nights of the Living Dead, and others. He lives in Del Mar, California. Visit him at JonathanMaberry.com and on Twitter (@JonathanMaberry) and Facebook.
“Hold on tight to this book because Jonathan Maberry’s Nightsiders:
The Orphan Army will take you on a breathtaking sci-fi adventure
that’s loaded with mystery, mayhem and imagination. There’s a
surprise on every page and full throttle action from beginning to
end. Best of all, this first volume is only the beginning!”
*D.J. MacHale, New York Times bestselling author of Pendragon and
The SYLO Chronicles*
"Fast, frightful, and fantastic--a faery story like no other."
*Dan Abnett, writer of the Guardians of the Galaxy comic for
Marvel*
"Maberry's prowess in fiction as well as comic books is evident in
his well-crafted story, which balances over-the-top battle scenes
with the quiet moments between characters that give substance to
what could be a heartless thriller. This first book in an explosive
new series is the perfect mix of science fiction and magic."
*Kirkus, starred review*
"This story is told with all of the skill that Maberry brought to
his “Rot & Ruin” series...A must-have for fans of Maberry’s
previous books and middle grade sci-fi."
*School Library Journal*
"Maberry skillfully blends postapocalyptic warfare with
supernatural adventure, presenting memorable characters and a tense
narrative...a strong start to what looks to be a highly
entertaining story line."
*Publishers Weekly*
"In this fast-paced, compelling blend of old-school sci-fi, magic,
environmental themes, and hero’s quest, Maberry introduces an
everyday, likable protagonist who develops courage, confidence, and
skills in a good-versus-evil battle...this Nightsiders series
launcher will draw fantasy and sci-fi fans, who’ll anticipate the
sequel."
*Booklist*
"The secret to becoming a hero is hidden between the pages of this
unforgettable adventure.”
*Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling co-author of Beautiful
Creatures*
“It’s one thing to battle an invading army of high tech aliens, but
it’s something quite different to do so in the swamps of Louisiana
where the extraterrestrial bugs are not the strangest things in the
woods. A tale of friendship, trust, and heroism, The Orphan Army is
an electrifying thriller that builds to a climax as gripping as it
is thoughtful and satisfying.”
*A.J. Hartley, New York Times bestselling author of Darwen
Arkwright and Steeplejack.*
“Jonathan Maberry is a magician, a writer of great talent and
versatility. From spooky fun to cinematic action to heartfelt
character, he can do it all, and he does it with a sense of joy and
enthusiasm that few writers can match!”
*Christopher Golden, New York Times bestselling author of Snowblind
and The Cemetery Girl*
“The Nightsiders is heart-pounding action and a well-paced thriller
from one of the masters of sci-fi and fantasy!”
*Melissa De La Cruz, #1 bestselling author of The Isle of the Lost:
A Descendants Novel*
“You could use a lot of adjectives to describe Jonathan Maberry’s
The Orphan Army. ‘Exciting,’ ‘surprising,’ ‘funny,’ ‘touching,’and
‘creepy’ all come to mind. But only one word sums up this
barrier-breaking, multi-faceted book in its entirety:
‘fantastic.’”
*Steve Hockensmith, author of Nick and Tesla’s High-Voltage Danger
Lab and Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn of the Dreadfuls*
“Jonathan Maberry is one of those rare writers who shows that he is
comfortable in just about any genre, cranking out pulse pounding
tales of Horror, Science Fiction, Action and Adventure. The
Nightsiders will terrify, thrill and delight with the frantic turn
of every page.”
*Thomas E. Sniegoski, New York Times Bestselling author of The
Fallen series and Bone: Stupid, Stupid Rat Tails*
“Nightsiders is a thrilling mashup of sci-fi, adventure, and
supernatural fantasy with a heart. In The Orphan Army, the
action-packed first chapter of the saga, Maberry introduces us to a
twilight world of magic and mayhem where nothing less than the
survival of mankind is at stake and the most powerful weapon
against a nightmare is a dream. Maberry is a master.”
*Tonya Hurley, New York Times bestselling author of the ghostgirl
series and The Blessed trilogy.*
“Nightsiders is a smart, action-packed adventure, perfect for
anyone who has ever wanted to fight alongside magical monsters
against alien invaders. And really, who hasn't wanted to do that?
I've never read anything like it, but I want more!”
*Kendare Blake, author of Anna Dressed in Blood*
"Jonathan Maberry is a master of fast, scary, and awesome. The
Orphan Army will submerge you in its world, and you won't want to
come up for air."
*Adam Gidwitz, bestselling author of the Tale Dark and Grimm series
and The Empire Strikes Back: So You Want To Be A Jedi?*
“The Orphan Army makes me wish I was a kid again, settling down
with this book and being taken off on a wild adventure.”
*Charlie Higson, bestselling author of The Enemy Series and The
Young Bond Series*
“Move over, Percy Jackson. Using breakneck pacing and relentless
action sequences, Jonathan Maberry has crafted a captivating and
heady mix of science fiction and fantasy as eleven-year-old Milo
fights the Bugs, aliens bent on exterminating humanity, and also
discovers that magic and the supernatural still exist. Short
chapters alternating with longer, exquisitely choreographed fight
scenes will keep reluctant readers turning the pages. More mature
middle-graders will appreciate quieter character moments that lend
depth, richness, and real emotion to this story. Older teens and
adults will appreciate references to sci-fi staples, from E.T. to
Falling Skies. With nods to literary greats--Joseph Conrad and
Tolkien get their due--nearly every reader will find something to
enjoy here. The Orphan Army is dark, deft, and daring . . . I loved
it.”
*Ilsa J. Bick, best-selling author of The Ashes Trilogy and The
Dark Passages Trilogy*
“From the opening lines The Orphan Army grabs you and doesn’t let
you go! Once again, Jonathan Maberry has created a stunning world
of real people in extraordinary circumstances.”
*Neal Shusterman, New York Times best-selling author of the Unwind
Dystology*
"A sequel can’t come too soon for readers who will be eager to see
what this unlikely team can accomplish."
*BCCB*
“The Nightsiders is an earthshaking adventure brimming with
non-stop action and crawling with creepy insectoid villains. It’s
impossible not to root for Milo Silk and his mysterious allies, a
new generation of mythic creatures from the earth’s misty past, as
they battle the voracious swarm. There’s plenty of magic, too:
shape-shifting and illusions, sure, but also the powerful spells
cast by friendship, bravery, and heroism.”
*Michael Northrop, New York Times bestselling author of the
Tombquest series*
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