A Warhammer 40,000 Novel Bjorn lived through the most terrible civil war the galaxy has ever known. Now interred in the sarcophagus of a Dreadnought, he rests for centuries until an event deemed worthy of his attention forces the Space Wolves to rouse him for battle. The arrival of an ancient enemy at the gates of Fenris is one such event... READ IT BECAUSE It's an epic tale about one of the most legendary figures of the Imperium, and one of the very few who can remember the events of the Horus Heresy. But that incredible life has left a mark on him, and Bjorn is haunted by the truth of the galaxy. THE STORY Bjorn the Fell-handed is the oldest living Space Marine in the Imperium. A hero of the Space Wolves from the darkest days of myth, he was interred within the iron tomb of a Dreadnought eight thousand years ago, called upon only when the need is strongest. When a ghost ship drifts out of the warp and returns to Fenris, the old wolf wakes, for an ancient foe has risen again. The ship has brought the horrors of the Death Guard to the proud halls of the Space Wolves, and Bjorn must lead his kin to face the darkness. As the dead stir and the veil between worlds tears open, Bjorn stands between his pack and damnation. This will be a saga of faith, fury, and ghosts that never sleep. Written by Justin D Hill.

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel A lauded battle tank of the Imperium is tasked with leading a convoy, escorting a high-value asset through enemy territory. Recent changes to the crew threaten to destabilise the delicate harmony of the whole, to potentially disastrous effect. This edition includes an additional short story. READ IT BECAUSEThe crew from the novel Steel Tread return, and it's another chance to get into the armoured hull of a mighty battle tank and find out what makes them tick. Their relationships and ability to work together can spell the difference between glorious victory and ignoble death. Can they come together in time to complete their mission? THE STORYThe war for warp-cursed Croatoas rages on. Hailed as ‘Giant-killers’ for their heroics during Operation Jotunn, Lieutenant Commander Hadeya Etsul and the crew of the Leman Russ Demolisher Steel Tread are hurled right back into battle. Assigned command of a convoy of armour and infantry, Etsul is tasked with escorting a legendary lord commissar through contested territory to stabilise the wavering Ruega Front. But with a new crew member disturbing the delicate harmony of her tank, and a malevolent nemesis lurking unseen in the high passes ahead, the mission proves even more dangerous than first thought. As Etsul’s troubles multiply, she is forced to risk everything – even the hard-won trust of her crew – in the name of duty. Written by Andy Clark.

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel Ghazghkull Thraka, the Beast of Armageddon, is one of the greatest threats to the Imperium. Read his full story as told to the Inquisition by his faithful banner bearer, Makari. READ IT BECAUSEGet a grot's-eye view of the inexorable rise of the greatest ork warboss since the Great Beast, in a novel packed with all the action and dark humour you'd expect from an ork tale. THE STORYOf the billions of orks who swarm the galaxy, the name of one strikes fear into the hearts of human and xenos alike – Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka.The Warlord of Warlords.The Beast of Armageddon.The Prophet of the Waaagh!.With his tusks, fists, and power claw, he does the holy work of Gork and Mork – and soon all worlds will burn in his bootprints. Mystery shrouds the origins of such a beast as Ghazghkull Thraka. Rumours abound that the mighty warlord was once just like any other ork – but if that is the case, how did he rise from a lowly lad to the biggest of bosses? Many have lost their minds trying to unravel the secrets behind his rise, and Lord Inquisitor Tytonida Falx is no different. She has headed into the murky depths of heresy to find the answer – but this time, something is different. This time, she has something the others did not. She has custody of the one creature in the universe who claims to know the truth of it all – Ghazghkull’s banner bearer, Makari the Grot. Written by Nate Crowley. Features of this illustrated and annotated hardcover edition include:– 15 striking illustrations to complement the story– Author commentary in the form of 123 annotations throughout– Striking cover with metallic green details– An introduction by the author– Black and green printed page edges, including artwork of a grot– A green ribbon bookmark This special illustrated and annotated edition is only available while stocks last.

A Warhammer Age of Sigmar Novel Heldanarr Fall just wants to be left in peace in Aqshy, but the gleaming golden warriors of Sigmar won’t let him be. So he fights back – and draws upon a more primal power. READ IT BECAUSE It's a Mortal Realms story with a twist – a virtuous man succumbs to the path of darkness, and wages a war against Sigmar himself. THE STORY Heldanarr Fall dreams of a world without gods. When the Azyrites descended upon the Burning Valley – a kingdom carved from the Aqshian desert – they brought arrogance and cruelty with their riches, and a god who seemed blind to it all. Despite harrowing losses, Held clung to his people’s ways, forging a new existence without a single prayer to the armoured deity, Sigmar. Now, all Held wants is solitude. But after saving a Sigmarite priestess from violent death, her troubles catch up to them and destroy the last of his peace. First broken, then enraged, he launches a brutal war of vengeance against Sigmar’s worshippers and soon finds himself thrust against the Stormcast Eternals, led by the cunning strategist Ildrid Stormsworn. Alone, he cannot hope to win, yet surrender would mean accepting the mercy of a god he despises. To defeat the Stormcasts and avenge his fate, Held must embrace older, darker powers that risk the very freedom for which he fights. But when Sigmar's rulers are tyrants and the Champions of Chaos prove worthy, which path is the most righteous? And once he makes his choice, who will Heldanarr Fall become? Written by Noah Van Nguyen.

Book 3 in the Horus Heresy Saga Having recovered from his grievous injuries, Warmaster Horus leads the triumphant Imperial forces against the rebel world of Isstvan III where Horus's treachery is finally revealed ... READ IT BECAUSEBen Counter brings us this exciting third part of the opening trilogy to The Horus Heresy, setting the stage for these epic tales. THE STORYHaving recovered from his grievous injuries, Warmaster Horus leads the triumphant Imperial forces against the rebel world of Isstvan III. Though the rebels are swiftly crushed, Horus's treachery is finally revealed when the planet is razed by virus bombs and Space Marines turn on their battle-brothers in the most bitter struggle imaginable. Written by Ben Counter.

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel A disgraced Night Lord must deal with infighting and insurrection among his cadre and a bloody-handed rival to maintain his waning grasp on power. Could a new conquest be what he needs to set things right and regain what he has lost? READ IT BECAUSEIt's a glimpse into what passes for politics among the most cruel and merciless of Heretic Astartes. They're not only a nightmare to their foes, but to their rivals as well, and will stop at nothing to satisfy their ambition and bloodlust. THE STORYDalchian Rassaq, the Skin-Taker, erstwhile lord of the Blades of Atrocity, is broken, battered, and betrayed. From the heights of infamy he has fallen, and now his Night Lords face the threat of extinction under the command of a hated rival. Would-be allies and merciless foes circle, and what few warriors remain loyal to him are riven by open defiance. Dalchian must outplay his rivals and regain mastery among his own, or be condemned to oblivion. As the whisper of a phantom voidship reaches him, he sees a chance to reclaim what he has lost and strike out at those who have wronged him. With only a renegade tech-priest and the cruelty of the Night Lords to his advantage, his ordeal will be great. But the will of the Skin-Taker is no meagre thing, and his blades yet thirst… Written by Mike Vincent.

Book 2 in the Horus Heresy Saga The Great Crusade that has taken humanity into the stars continues. The Emperor of Mankind has handed the reins of command to his favoured son, the Warmaster Horus. Yet all is not well in the armies of the Imperium... READ IT BECAUSEThe seeds of Horus' betrayal are planted here, and the true nature of the universe revealed. Also, one of the Warhammer 40,000 universe's most reviled villains, Dark Apostle Erebus of the Word Bearers, reveals his true colours, and becomes the Space Marine you love to hate. THE STORYThe Great Crusade that has taken humanity into the stars continues. The Emperor has handed the reins of command to his favoured son, the Warmaster Horus. Yet all is not well in the armies of the Imperium. Horus is still battling against the jealousy and resentment of his brother primarchs and, when he is injured on the planet Davin, he must also battle his inner daemons. With all the temptations that Chaos has to offer, can the weakened Horus resist? Written by Graham McNeill.

A Necrons Novel Trazyn the Infinite and Orikan the Diviner are opposites. Each is obsessed with their own speciality, and their rivalry spans millennia. Yet together, they may hold the secret to saving the necron race… READ IT BECAUSEExplore a story told across the millennia that delves deep into a pair of fascinating necron characters, their relationship, and their plans for the galaxy. THE STORYBefore the being called the Emperor revealed Himself, before the rise of the aeldari, before the necrontyr traded their flesh for immortal metal, the world was born in violence. Even when they inhabited bodies of flesh, Trazyn the Infinite and Orikan the Diviner were polar opposites. Trazyn, a collector of historical oddities, presides over a gallery full of the most dangerous artefacts – and people – of the galactic past. Orikan, a chronomancer without peer, draws zodiacs that predict and manipulate the future. But when an artefact emerges that may hold the key to the necrons’ next evolution, these two obsessives enter a multi-millennia game of cat and mouse that ends civilisations, reshapes timelines, and changes both forever. As riddles unwind and ancient secrets are revealed, the question remains: will their feud save the necron race or destroy it? Written by Robert Rath.

A Death Korps Novel The 401st Regiment has been sent to Oleris III to find an inquisitor among the catacombs of a planet decimated by a plague in years past. What they find will shake their legendary resolve. This collection also includes a short story that gives us an outsider's perspective on the Death Korps of Krieg. READ IT BECAUSEThe Death Korps of Krieg are a fan favourite – their grinding way of war makes for stories unlike anything else we see in the Astra Militarum. This time, we have a hero's perspective in Colonel Graven, who will do anything to complete his objective, no matter what sacrifices he has to make. THE STORYFive hundred years ago, Oleris III was ravaged by a Chaos plague. Now it is a world of tombs and catacombs. It belongs to the dead. Colonel Graven and his 401st Krieg Regiment are charged with searching for a missing inquisitor in the bone-filled ossuary tunnels beneath the planet. But the dead are stirring, and down in the labyrinthine darkness, his kill team comes face to face with unspeakable horrors. As whispering spectres seed fear and suspicion, turning allies into foes, the colonel has ghosts of his own to battle. Haunted by a tragedy of his own making and unable to trust anyone, even the most resolute Death Korpsman might start to doubt himself. But on this world, it could be the death of him. Written by Steve Lyons.

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel Belisarius Cawl is the greatest mind of his age, and he has a plan to open up the Attilan Gap to allow safe passage through the Great Rift. In order to complete his work, he travels to a necron tomb world. In the process, he attracts the attention of something even more dangerous than ancient xenos… READ IT BECAUSEBelisarius Cawl continues to be one of the most important figures in the 41st Millennium as he attempts to solve the greatest problem facing the Imperium – allowing safe passage through the Cicatrix Maledictum. He squares off against ancient necrons and the forces of Chaos in his audacious attempt to do the impossible. THE STORYFor years, Belisarius Cawl has nurtured an audacious plan to stabilise the Attilan Gap sufficiently that the Imperium might open a stable route into Imperium Nihilus. With the primarch Roboute Guilliman having crossed the Great Rift, and now isolated on the far side, time is running out. Before Cawl can perfect his latest great work, he requires one last element: control codes preserved on an ancient necron world trapped on the event horizon of a black hole. Realising that even he cannot do this alone, Cawl recruits help from across the Adeptus Mechanicus. Yet as victory nears, malign intelligences have taken note of the archmagos, and Cawl is about to discover it is unwise indeed to provoke the interest of Vashtorr the Arkifane… Written by Guy Haley.

An Astra Militarum Novel A sniper and sergeant leads her squad behind enemy lines in an apparent suicide mission. The fate of an entire world rests in her hands. READ IT BECAUSEIt's another perspective on the remnants of Cadia, as they carry their war to every corner of the galaxy. This story focuses on the 217th, and their war to liberate a world from heretics, against all odds. THE STORYDarya Nevic is a sniper and a hardened survivor, but endless loss has pushed her to breaking point. As the Cadian 217th war to liberate the world of Parrescum from heretic forces grows ever more deadly, the sergeant fights to keep her squad alive as she is hounded by the memories of those she failed to save. In the wake of disaster, a chance encounter offers Darya a way to not only strike back at the heretics, but to settle a debt she thought impossible to repay. She must lead a mission deep behind enemy lines, where death is all but certain. Yet there is even more at risk than she knows. The Parrescum lies in Darya's hands, and unless she can escape the ghosts of her past, the planet will fall. Written by Rob Young.

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel Baal is besieged! The alien horror of Hive Fleet Leviathan has reached the Blood Angels home world, and their entire existence is under threat. As the sons of Sanguinius gather, the battle for the fate of their bloodline begins… READ IT BECAUSEIt's one of the key events in recent Blood Angels history – an epic tale of triumph and tragedy, heroism and sacrifice that sets the scene for the future of the Blood Angels – if they have one. THE STORYThe Blood Angels Chapter of Space Marines is under threat. Having obliterated all human life in the Red Scar region of space, the largest tendril of Hive Fleet Leviathan ever seen in the Imperium has converged and is making relentlessly for Baal. To face this awesome foe, Commander Dante has called upon the Successor Chapters of the ancient Ninth Legion. The Sons of Sanguinius gather in numbers not seen since the dark days of the Horus Heresy. Thirty thousand Space Marines stand ready to thwart the Great Devourer, save the homeworld of their primarch, and prevent the consumption of billions in the Ultima Segmentum beyond. But the tyranid swarm numbers in the trillions, and they are not the only danger to the Chapter’s future. As the galaxy slides toward a terrifying new era, events far away threaten to unleash a greater evil. A further enemy must also be overcome, that of the Black Rage that lurks in the souls of all Sanguinius’ bloodline. Written by Guy Haley.

An Astra Militarum Novel A celebrated sniper of the Astra Militarum must shift her focus to commanding troops, and dealing with the complications that arise from hard decisions. READ IT BECAUSE It's a look into the haunted thoughts of a soldier wrestling with the complex realities of a galaxy at war. Every choice she makes has consequences for those under her command. THE STORY Transplant. Cadian. Sniper. Legend. Sergeant Darya Nevic is all of these and more… but behind the stories stands a soldier haunted by the unwelcome fame her successes have brought. During the Cadian 217th’s assault on the manufactorum world of Attruso, Darya finds herself out of her depth, in a war that is fought with words as much as with weapons. As a fearsome winter closes in and her men begin to die around her, she will be forced to confront her doubts and make an impossible choice – to become the figurehead her soldiers need, or to believe the unimaginable promises of the mysterious t’au. With the fate of her regiment in her hands, which path will she choose? Written by Rob Young.

A Horus Heresy Anthology The scars of mankind’s great schism will never fully heal. For those left behind, a new Era of Ruin is dawning, promising both new beginnings and fresh peril for an Imperium riven by trauma and war. Meanwhile, a loyal son must face down his traitorous father, grown monstrous with infernal power. READ IT BECAUSESome of Black Library’s most beloved authors explore the death throes and immediate aftermath of the Siege of Terra, including Dan Abnett, Aaron Dembski-Bowden, Guy Haley, and more. This anthology contains the novella Garro: Knight of Grey by James Swallow and the Era of Ruin anthology. THE STORYIn the ashes of Terra, the wounds of the Horus Heresy fester. While the conflict between Horus and the Emperor of Mankind has reached its bloody end, humanity must now navigate the consequences. If anyone is to survive this Era of Ruin, they must claw their way through the remnants of betrayal, carnage, and destruction. The scars of the Siege run deep in the wake of battles like that of Nathaniel Garro, forced to face his father, the monstrous traitor primarch Mortarion, during the height of the conflict. CONTENTS– Garro: Knight of Grey (Novella), by James Swallow– Angels of Another Age (short story), by John French– Fulgurite (short story), by Nick Kyme– Fragments (All We Have Left) (short story), by Dan Abnett– Ex Libris (short story), by John French– System Purge (short story), by Gav Thorpe– After the Dawn, the Darkness (short story), by Guy Haley– Homebound (short story), by Chris Wraight– The Carrion Lord of the Imperium (short story), by Aaron Dembski-Bowden

The First Ciaphas Cain Novel Commissar Ciaphas Cain, hero of the Imperium, renowned across the sector for his bravery and valour, is sent to maintain order on an outpost world on the border of t'au space. READ IT BECAUSEFor fans of the series, this annotated edition gives you loads of context and insight into the story. For first-time readers, it's a great introduction to the unique hero that is Commissar Cain – and to his trusty Valhallans, including Corporal Sulla and, of course, Cain's malodorous aide Jurgen. THE STORYOn an Imperial outpost world on the fringes of t'au space, the renowned Commissar Ciaphas Cain and his fractious regiment of Valhallan Guard, newly created from the remnants of two devastated units, find themselves in the middle of a war. As the Astra Militarum struggle to contain worldwide civil insurrection, can the wily Commissar Cain identify the real villain before the planet is lost to the Imperium forever? Written by Sandy Mitchell. Features of this stunning illustrated and annotated hardback edition include:– 15 striking illustrations to complement the story– Author commentary in the form of 130 annotations throughout– A foreword and an afterword by the author– Gilt silver page edges– A dark red ribbon bookmark

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel A Wolf Priest is tasked by Ulrik the Slayer to recover an ancient relic of the Chapter – a chance for him to write his own legendary saga. READ IT BECAUSEIvar Krakenblood is a Space Wolves hero in the making. But first he must learn that those who seek glory in place of destiny – and an end worthy of the sagas – never find what they yearn for. THE STORYAll sagas begin with blood. Born upon the ice world of Fenris, Ivar Krakenblood has been raised to stand as one of its warrior sons, anointed to serve as a Wolf Priest. Life and death are his to give, and Ivar has proven his worth with deed and word. Still, the glory of true legend has always escaped him. On a quest given to him by Ulrik the Slayer himself, Ivar seizes the chance to recover a lost relic of the Space Wolves Chapter and challenge the fates themselves. With a band of warriors, old comrades, and new allies, he sets out to forge his own path, one worthy of a son of Russ. Yet those who strive to change their destiny must often pay a terrible price. There are forces that lurk in the darkness, seeking to sever him from his fate. Written by Marc Collins.

A Warhammer Age of Sigmar Novel A loyal Seraphon is sent to the ruins of a derelict temple-ship to recover an ancient prophecy, but other forces are set on finding the same ruins for very different reasons. Will Irixi Starseer find what they're looking for, or will there be conflict with other armies of Order? READ IT BECAUSEFind out what happens when the servants of Order find themselves on opposing sides of the same objective. Will the Seraphon, Stormcast Eternals, and Cities of Sigmar come to blows, or will they come together in the end? The rise of a mysterious evil might just save them from disgrace in Adrian Tchaikovsky's first full-length novel set in the Mortal Realms, following on from his short story, Written in Stars. THE STORYAn age ago, the Seraphon temple-ship Wings of Serendipitous Fire was blasted from the skies of Shyish. Not by the powers of Chaos, but by the misplaced servants of Sigmar himself. Now, Irixi Starseer, servant of the mage-priest Sek’atta, is sent to the ancient ruin of the temple-ship to recover a prophecy inscribed on its walls, a prophecy as shattered as the rest of the fallen vessel. The Stormcast Vael Scar-Helm seeks the same ruin, chasing a memory that has haunted him through many Reforgings. Simultaneously, the mage Perlo leads a group of Steelhelms to the site, pursuing rumours of a treasure beyond imagining. But while others seek the Seraphon’s power and riches, an even greater, more insidious enemy arises that threatens the very fabric of the Great Plan. Written by Adrian Tchaikovsky.

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel The Valkyrie pilots of the Vagabond Squadron are sent in to support a massive engagement on an ork front, but no mission is ever simple. Though challenged like never before, they will rise to the occasion and complete their mission – or die trying. READ IT BECAUSEJump into the cockpit with elite pilots for a different perspective on the Astra Militarum. This thrill-ride has it all, from high-flying action, to down and dirty combat, along with a heaping dose of behind-the-scenes drama from the point of view of the crucial air crew. THE STORYValkyrie pilots are among the finest aviators in the Imperium, and few more so than Vagabond Squadron, the elite of the 901st Tactical Wing. Hard flying, hard fighting, and defiance in the face of all odds are trademarks of the Vagabond. But their latest deployment – against the overwhelming might of the ork invasion of Kanai Tertius – will test them like never before. The integration of a new, fledgling aviator, divisions among high command, and the rising threat of xenos air superiority mean the Vagabonds now face their most desperate mission yet, its full details known only to squadron leader Cassandra Elza. The fate of the planet-spanning campaign to hold the line on Kanai Tertius will be decided by the skill, daring and dedication of Vagabond Squadron. But this time, not all of them will be coming home. Written by Robbie MacNiven.

Book 2 in the Horus Heresy Saga The Great Crusade that has taken humanity into the stars continues. The Emperor of Mankind has handed the reins of command to his favoured son, the Warmaster Horus. Yet all is not well in the armies of the Imperium... READ IT BECAUSEThe seeds of Horus' betrayal are planted here, and the true nature of the universe revealed. Also, one of the Warhammer 40,000 universe's most reviled villains, Dark Apostle Erebus of the Word Bearers, reveals his true colours, and becomes the Space Marine you love to hate. THE STORYThe Great Crusade that has taken humanity into the stars continues. The Emperor has handed the reins of command to his favoured son, the Warmaster Horus. Yet all is not well in the armies of the Imperium. Horus is still battling against the jealousy and resentment of his brother primarchs and, when he is injured on the planet Davin, he must also battle his inner daemons. With all the temptations that Chaos has to offer, can the weakened Horus resist? Written by Graham McNeill.

Book 1 in the Horus Heresy Saga After centuries of expansion and conquest, the human Imperium is at its height. His dream for humanity accomplished, the Emperor hands over the reins of power to his Warmaster, Horus, and heads back to Terra. READ IT BECAUSEIt all begins here. Witness Horus the hero, humanity's greatest champion and the Emperor's favoured son, before it all goes horribly, tragically wrong… THE STORYIt is the 31st Millennium. Under the benevolent leadership of the Immortal Emperor, the Imperium has stretched out across the galaxy. It is a golden age of discovery and conquest. But now, on the eve of victory, the Emperor leaves the front lines, entrusting the great crusade to his favourite son, Horus. Promoted to Warmaster, can the idealistic Horus carry out the Emperor's grand plan, or will this promotion sow the seeds of heresy amongst his brothers? Horus Rising is the first chapter in the epic tale of the Horus Heresy, a galactic civil war that threatened to bring about the extinction of humanity. Written by Dan Abnett.