Christopher Paolini's Blog, page 2
July 23, 2024
See You at San Diego Comic-Con 2024!
The incomparable Christopher Paolini is joining throngs of excited attendees to dive into a world of wonder and excitement at the San Diego Comic-Con 2024! Christopher is scheduled for three panels as well as several signings. You’ll meet a beloved author and get your books autographed—and maybe even catch a panel or two. A full schedule of events is available on the official website, and here is Christopher’s schedule:
SATURDAY, JULY 27
11:00 – 12:00pm: Panel: Christopher Paolini...
July 11, 2024
Join Christopher at Celsius 232 in July 2024!
Celsius 232 2024
Have you ever wanted to visit beautiful Spain? Do you love science fiction and fantasy? Do you enjoy Christopher’s books? Then this event is perfect for you! Christopher is attending Celsius 232, which takes place in Avilés, Spain from July 16th through July 20th. It’s free to the public!
Event DetailsCelsius 232 is the Spain’s main science fiction and fantasy festival. Wander down cobblestone streets in Avilés to soak in the many activities, described by eve...
June 20, 2024
See You at the National Book Festival 2024!
National Book Festival 2024
Christopher Paolini is thrilled to accept the Library of Congress’s invitation to be a featured author for the National Book Festival 2024! The festivities will take place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on August 24 from 9:00AM and conclude around 8:00PM. And the event is free and open to the public! Christopher joins over ninety other notables, listed below:
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Tomi Adeyemi
Marie Arana
Steve Asbell
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Arash Azizi B
David Baldacci
Amanda Be...
May 8, 2024
Announcing Murtagh Deluxe Edition!
Announcing Murtagh Deluxe Edition!
Drumroll please! We are delighted to announce the upcoming release of the deluxe edition of Murtagh, coming Fall 2024!Click to Pre-Order!A stunning deluxe edition of Christopher Paolini’s instant #1 New York Times bestseller set in the World of Eragon, featuring fan favorite Murtagh and his dragon—with exclusive features and new content:
A long-anticipated scene featuring Eragon and Murtagh Stunning red decorative stained a...January 15, 2024
The Mathematics of Scratch Seven by Aaron Brown
In To Sleep in a Sea of Stars, Christopher Paolini introduced the novel card game Scratch Seven. One galactically local mathematician, Aaron Brown, was intrigued and took a deeper look into the game in his paper The Mathematics of Scratch Seven. The amount of thought, work, and time that Mr. Brown put into this is truly impressive.
Mathematics of StorytellingFor the most part, Mr. Brown focuses on the mechanics and strategy of Scratch Seven. However, he also spends some time discussing th...
December 23, 2023
Murtagh European Tour
Christopher Paolini is back home after his European tour celebrating the release of Murtagh! The tour ran from 28 November to 15 December and included a whirlwind of stops across nine countries. In total thousands of fans had the opportunity to ask questions, meet Christopher, and get their books signed. And so many brought unique items to share with the author! For example, there were homemade leather-bound editions of the Inheritance Cycle. There were also custom-made swords, which Christo...
November 28, 2023
Thank you, Bozeman!
Bozeman 2023
[image error] [image error] Saturday evening Christopher was joined by hundreds of fans excited to celebrate Murtagh! The event was hosted by Barnes & Noble in Bozeman, Montana and marks the final stop on the author’s U.S. book tour. Some fans came with beautiful drawings and artwork, one individual even brought a small replica of Tinkledeath. Conversation, r...
November 24, 2023
Thank you, Sioux Falls!
Sioux Falls 2023
[image error] [image error] Hundreds of excited fans crowded into Barnes & Noble in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on Tuesday afternoon to celebrate Murtagh! A few fans came to the event with custom, bookish artwork. One fan even sported a new World of Eragon themed tattoo, which was a stunning addition to their existing gedwëy ignasia tattoo. Many questions were...
November 21, 2023
Thank you, Dragonsteel 2023!
Christopher had a great time at Dragonsteel 2023 celebrating Murtagh! He got to chat with fellow authors and panelists Wesley Chu and Mary Robinette Kowal. And also got some “screen time” with the fabulous Brandon Sanderson himself!
Hundreds of fans attended the event, some brought custom artwork, special book covers, lightsabers, and beautiful body art. Many questions answered, a reading or two, discussion, and—of course—so many books signed! Thanks to all who ca...
Thank you, Orem!
Christopher was blown away by nine hundred fans who came out in Orem, Utah to celebrate Murtagh! The event took place on Sunday, November 19, and was hosted by Barnes & Noble at University Crossing Plaza.
Some fans showed off stunning dragon tattoos and others came with gorgeous, custom book covers. A reading, many questions answered (some left unanswered), conversation, and—of course—so many books signed! Thanks to everyone who attended this event in Orem, UT!
