Stormlight 5 Update One With Brandon Sanderson

In this video, Brandon talks about his progress and future thoughts on Stormlight 5 and his goals and plans with completing it!
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[@TheBrandonSanderson]

Taylor from Dragonsteel here - Watch out for predatory spam accounts impersonating Brandon. Brandon will only respond with his verified account. Thank you!

[@captainkal2582]

Does Brandon do his own liking on YT comments? Or is one of you lucky souls who work at Dragonsteel tasked with doing so? I ask because I was fortunate enough a couple of years ago to get a heart on one of my comments. I remember it very fondly. Either way I will treasure the memory 😜

[@LGJM83]

It's sad people trying to scam others in Brandon's name 😕

[@jaredpoulter6762]

Tank Top Taylor coming in to keep us all safe!

[@stevenmontoya7275]

@@LGJM83 people make scripts that make spam accounts that are named after popular channels and then send out scam chats that are all the same in phrasing. It's not Brandon specific. Annoying that people do that, but unless youtube comes up with better verification processes that can prevent spam accounts, they will continue to be a thing.

[@rodimusprime5714]

Thanks bro, I got one of these myself just the other day.

[@jacobmoeller5345]

Hearing Brandon mention Mistborn Era 3 and Stormlight 6-10 makes me want to drive safer, eat healthier and exercise.

[@Struggler12349]

It gives you a reason to keep going doesn't it?

[@yasspanda2559]

Yes. Just yes

[@gator7082]

Well, it just occured to me that if it went every 3 years after the next installment, I will be 68 when all ten volumes are complete. Defnitely puts things into a different perspective!

[@yeetoburrito9972]

Life before Death, if only for SA 6-10

[@jacobmoeller5345]

@@gator7082 I think the key will be to outlive Brandon since he'll never stop writing. He has said he'll continue writing when he gets to heaven as well.

[@myrojyn]

I'm not saying that Brando is a villain, it's just that I've only ever heard super villains explaining things in front of fish tanks

[@CelestialLites]

Need sharks with laser beams attached to their heads

[@Krlytz]

Brandon: "Oh no, I'll have to release the book with a four year gap instead of three! My fans must be so disappointed!" Meanwhile, other authors: * over a decade without publishing * "This is fine" 🙃

[@snowdrop9810]

Most dont go that long tbh. Tolkien went for 15-20 year gaps(well, a singular gap then he revised till he died), and George R.R martin seems to be aiming for the same. But then there are still faster writers

[@br2k]

@@snowdrop9810 tolkien could both start and finish a series. fantasy authors could learn to do that.

[@xeverfirex]

@@snowdrop9810 Tolkien was not really a writer though. He was a professor. He had a normal day job. His writing was mainly for him, and when he did publish he had the entire story already done.

[@HSuper_Lee]

We also can't ignore the fact that there are four additional Sanderson books coming out next year. It's not like he pushed back all publications for a year, he pushed back one of like, six scheduled books between now and then.

[@SnakeInTheMailbox3]

Not to mention that we're comparing a decade of radio silence to a 4 year gap during which (by my count) SIX OTHER BOOKS STILL COME OUT.

[@Severian1]

The way you treat your fanbase is admirable. We are kept in the loop on a lot of things so thank you so much for that. Transparency on this level is rare.

[@ColemanGriffiths]

Rothfuss should take notes

[@endelholly5162]

@@ColemanGriffiths that would be nice

[@endelholly5162]

I love many authors, but Sanderson is the only one I know of that makes sure fans know the behind the scenes.

[@captainkal2582]

Rare is an understatement. I can't think of a comparable example. It is closer to unique, I think. Also, comparing Brandon and Rothfuss as storytellers is like comparing a live orchestral performance to a pompous performance poet. They are not in the same league imho.

[@maquiavelmg]

Wholeheartedly agree. Not only that, but his work ethic is unparalleled, that some writers only dream of (G. R. R. Martin, I am looking at you)

[@tonykuriger573]

Brandon: "It's a long journey, I know." JOURNEY BEFORE DESTINATION, BRANDON!

[@lobstrosity7163]

If he quotes himself in front of a fishtank we *know* he's a villain.

[@Major98]

BrandoSando has completely changed the book industry for me. I've never seen such a popular author be so upfront with his fans about his plans and what he's doing

[@menghao737]

His record breaking kick starter is proof positive of that, I bet that's when Hollywood decided to come a'knockin', if he can pull forty-two million out of a kick starter, imagine what a series, movie or TV, based on his most popular works could pull.

[@tiagodagostini]

Mainly because he can since he is more independent from publishers than anyone else before.

[@joanedwards6477]

Me absorbing the exact same info I just read on Reddit: 😍😍😍

[@fishjackonline]

So true lol

[@collingunter3842]

don’t call me out

[@fakub2026]

I'm in your comment and I don't like it

[@MorriganReads]

Good, it’s not just me

[@stardroplet9499]

😆

[@Sora13pl]

There's no other autor in the entire world which has more love, passion and respect for his job and readers...

[@12valkyer]

Puts martin to shame

[@colereeder5653]

That art is absolutely incredible.

[@midnightbloomofeorzea7182]

I know it probably won't be, but I'd love it to be the cover art, or something similar.

[@davidslaby9590]

The art already has me hyped

[@awes5893]

I want it in wallpaper format.

[@fanfan-ft7rf]

@@midnightbloomofeorzea7182 Dalinar deserved a cover. He never got one. Kaladin and Szeth were on WoR cover. But nah, according to the plan, Dalinar will be 2 chapter cameo again

[@medicinalm1abrams]

@@fanfan-ft7rf He was on the way of kings cover im pretty sure

[@BuildsByCeyphe]

I think the fact that he calls it "Your book" says so much about the respect and care he gives to his fanbase. It's honestly remarkable.

[@Paroxuno]

I was just going to make this same comment, it's so true.

[@joshuakuehn]

It is our book comrade

[@mikeoath9541]

I love that way of thinking of Brandon so much. I have few authors that I'm starting to hate for failures to keep up with their promises one too many times. It's great to see reasonings and actual transparancy into it. Brandon is the best author.

[@Graespectrum]

I noticed that too. Sanderson is OUR author!

[@corbanbausch9049]

Although I’m sad about the pushback for Stormlight 5, I believe this is the right choice. Hopefully this will be the best of the series yet.

[@OtherTheDave]

Yeah, it’s unfortunate, but it really does seem necessary.

[@Elazul2k]

He's probably writing another dozen secret novels lmao

[@OtherTheDave]

@@Elazul2k 😂

[@matrixinterface]

Yes, I think I speak for most fans when I say we're fine with an author taking a little longer to polish a book, especially one as significant as #5 will be. Especially when the length of time is mostly because of all the other books they're writing.

[@Kingdom0324]

Ah. The Vorin men's edition update is much appreciated!

[@paulm.8660]

I wish I could like this comment twice, once for myself and once for my wife who read it to me!

[@aubee2744]

anytime Brandon says “I have to delay something” I’m like that’s ok take your time. The output we get from him is like ten times that of other fantasy authors. Im ok if we get a few delays.

[@zacharyyang8697]

Well, the last time he delayed Stormlight, we got 4 secret novels and a year of Branderson Kickstarter so..........

[@lobstrosity7163]

I mean the man can obviously write in his own preferred pace but I'm not young anymore...

[@renskedunnewold1995]

Oh no, how will I survive 2023 with only the 4 secret novels to read?! ;) Take all the time necessary to make the book great, even if that should mean pushing it back even further. Life before death, strength before weakness, quality before speed.

[@geckohecko]

I'm so glad for the secret novels to tide me over to SA 5

[@robbybevard8034]

4 secret novels, an alcatraz book, a mistborn book, a cytoverse book, and a video game. I know the joke is made often, but the man writes faster than I can read.

[@falconerd343]

Just remember that SA 5 is already planned to be longer than all 4 secret novels combined.

[@Gladelin]

While I understand why people are disappointed. I care very much about the world you have created and want to see it made in the best way possible. For me at least a 2024 release date is perfectly fine.

[@ramirodecono3647]

The crazy thing is: nobody is dissapointed. Everyone justs wants Brandon to take his time to deliver the best version of the books. One of a kind

[@nadie9058]

@@ramirodecono3647 When accustomed to more slow writing for most of the other authors, with the reason that quality takes time, having Brandon publish so fast and so good makes you wonder if he could make an even more insanely good book with a bit more time.

[@ardrej]

@@ramirodecono3647 and we know Brandon will deliver

[@MrValkilmer35]

same. Stormlight is my favorite series but this also gives me enough time to read his other books like Mistborn era 2 and skyward. I'm so excited to see how interconnected everything is going to become!

[@parkert817]

Im going to need a 9 hour 17th shard podcast breaking down the picture

[@MorriganReads]

I’m sure they’re already working on it.

[@neiliusflavius]

They'll especially be drooling over the statement that death rattles in the first book will be relevant in this storyline!

[@vladtheimpaler9577]

"Longest one to date" that both excites and terrifies me.

[@Normandy42]

HONOR IS NOT DEAD, SO LONG AS BRANDON KEEPS WRITING

[@elisafrench4217]

I agree with Brandon one big book is much better than a bunch of small ones:) can't wait for stormlight!!!

[@hallaloth3112]

I agree with this so much. I don't mind serial fantasy occasionally. . .it has a different flavor than a good epic series though. The worlds of the Cosmere are definitely more deserving.

[@notyourdad]

Depends on what you call small I guess, I'd much rather read two 200k word books than one 400k book personally.

[@elisafrench4217]

@@notyourdad That's a valid point too:) I guess I just like taking an entire day off every time the new Stormlight drops...

[@hallaloth3112]

@@notyourdad Suppose it depends on the book/series. I love a good thick fantasy book in the epic genre. . .I will also admit to being sluggish about reading them because I know they're going to take me a while. It depends on if I'm in the mood for a weeklong adventure or a 48 hour one.

[@ClayHales]

I can't imagine Stormlight as a bigger series of shorter books. We would be at something like book 16-20 with what has come out so far? For something else, like say the Dresden Files, it would work, but for this kind of story, it would be brutal.

[@endelholly5162]

I just began reading Way of Kings a few weeks ago. I can’t wait to see what happens throughout this series and the upcoming book.

[@napolien1310]

Lucky guy

[@ripelcannon]

I'm hoping for amnesia soon so I can read it for the first time again. Especially Words of Radiance.

[@loganmontgomery1955]

@@ripelcannon No rhythm of war was definitely better, i'm sorry

[@ripelcannon]

@@loganmontgomery1955 I literally couldn't care less about your opinion

[@xfertur3995]

Same

[@crylorenzo]

Remember, "H" is a bit of a free letter in Vorinism, so that should open up the possible book titles quite a bit (and still have them "fit" the pattern).

[@TheAgamidaex]

how about, Happy Kaladin, Oh Wow but you're totally right, I hadn't considered it

[@paulm.8660]

IIRC you can just wildcard any letter by making a little mark above it to indicate it's pronounced as an "h," effectively a silent letter in some cases

[@willjosephson]

I COULD NOT AGREE MORE on the fact that the experience of this series is enhanced by long form books with rich plots and flourishes, not to mention the amazing art. This is truly a seminal work in the world of fantasy and it's been a pleasure to be part of reading it as it's produced. Thanks for your hard work.

[@BarokaiRein]

At this rate Stormlight 10 is actually going to be longer than the bible. Each audiobook has been at least couple of hours longer than the last one, Stormlight 4 being 12 hours longer than 1.

[@menghao737]

Four is only a hundred or so pages less than the King James version, pretty sure he's cracking that with Stormlight 5.

[@ruin8891]

The second arc of Stormlight will be shorter…

[@captainkal2582]

I'm 2 minutes into the update. Just paused it to leave this comment because you just said Book 5 will probably be the longest book in the series so far. And that made me smile. Thank you Brandon. I truly appreciate your attention to and consideration of the people who love your work. You earned my respect long ago. I love the fact that a simple statement of yours saying that a book you're writing will be very long brings out a genuine smile of joy in me. Your work is a treasure. Your caring nature is priceless.

[@THBEnterAktion]

Currently reading the last 300 pages of Rhythm of War. Then I will be up to date with The Cosmere. Took me a year and a half to read it all. I’m a lifetime Sanderson reader now 😁 I also read some of his other works. The captivating and immersive storytelling, complex world building and magic systems is what gives me inspiration to be creative in my everyday life 🙏 Also, the transparency!

[@kelseycarter161]

It’s perfectly fine. Take your time. Don’t get burn out. These books are phenomenal. It’ll just give us a little more time to re-read and establish more connections. I can’t wait to see what book 5 has to offer.

[@felishaanglebrandt6268]

You are going to go into history as one of the most interactive, prolific, and compassionate authors of all time. You are changing the face of fantasy and the idea of publishing. In the most positive wonderful down to earth way. You have such a beautiful soul.

[@Juanpa_SC]

Brandon at the end of NaNoRiMo: "I'm done with stormlight 5, and also I started Elantris sequel outline!"

[@hallaloth3112]

I remember learning that Brandon participated in NaNo and was. . .very confused as my brain had to fit a published author in a very hobbyist shaped box. I have to wonder whether he starts a new draft with NaNo or just does some brain exercises.

[@braydengraves4655]

@@hallaloth3112 Alcatraz vs the Evil Librarians (Book 1), Steelheart, and The Rithmatist were all written in NaNoRiMo. It's not really new to him.

[@hallaloth3112]

@@braydengraves4655 I'm aware it is not new to him. . . I was unaware that certain books came of it.

[@fenrirlives2226]

The art is absolutely ballin Mr Sanderson! It truly gives off the feeling of "The Start of a new adventure" that becomes harder to find in these phases of fiction! Definitely looking forward to it!

[@Tridona]

5:11 - "4 Years is long wait between books" *Camera zooms in on ASOIF fans thousand yard stare* But for real Take as much time as you need Brandon, the work you've done is amazing and it good to see you make a compromise in favour of quality. The wait may seem long to us but once it's out that wont matter anymore. Thanks for all your work and to the staff at Dragonsteel too !

[@ryangonsalves6310]

It took me all these years to realize that if you list the names of the books along with the supposed title here, it reads: -TWOK -WOR -O -ROW -KOWT Big fan here and still getting confused years later, its nice to know there's always another secret 🤯

[@mando-1172]

Holy crap, I never realized the pattern of the titles

[@midnightbloomofeorzea7182]

@@mando-1172 yep. It's a Ketek, the poems in Stormlight that mirror in the middle. At least the initials are. I'm thinking, if he does stick with the pattern, that Knife on Winds Truthless could work, especially with the attention on Szeth this book. And then books 6-10 will be a different Ketek for the title initials.

[@nathangodard3333]

If I remember right, this was accidental and pointed out to Brandon by a fan after Rhythm of War (possibly after Oathbreaker?). He likes the pattern and would like to continue it, but won’t treat it as a hard and fast rule if he can’t find a KOW or KOWT title that is good enough

[@midnightbloomofeorzea7182]

@@nathangodard3333 that's fair. I do feel that, while it is artistic and kinda cool to fit in-universe, it's also limiting as to what options he has to use. The one thing that is for sure is that every title is also a book in Roshar, as the series itself can be viewed as an Archive of information on this True Desolation.

[@hallaloth3112]

my. . .brain hurts now. I wish my hard cop spines were all the same orientation so it was easier to see.

[@IamTHEJealousGreen]

I can promise you I'll read every word you ever write as long as I live Brandon. Your genius is basically my favorite thing that God created.

[@xbree_]

Though I desperately want this book how could I ever complain for any kind of delay. Thanks for the heads up and the extra info. Longest in the series, that sounds so nice. We really do love it that you keep us updated. I cannot count how many times I’ve searched the internet on many other series looking for any little tidbit of info on if the next book in a series is coming and when. We appreciate you for all you do. This just gives me more time to reread the series. A four year gap is really nothing.

[@hallaloth3112]

I'm excited for Szeth's background. I remember not knowing what I was getting into jumping into WoK after Misborn and that first prologue. . . not just a great action sequence but a lot going on behind the mind, a lot of information being thrown at us all at once. . .I'm glad to see him step into the forefront.

[@yuliyaborodina250]

This fandom is incredible! I expected to see some angry or disappointed reactions to the later SA5 release date that are common around GoT or Name of the Wind series. Instead, I found support, loyalty, and gratitude for Brandon's work ethic in the comments. Thank you, everyone, you made my day!

[@jchinckley]

This only happened because Brandon is known for being accurate about when he'll be finished with something. He's built up a lot of goodwill and trust by informing his readers of his progress and actually finishing when he says he'll be finished. Plus he gained a lot of that good reputation from doing an excellent job finishing The Wheel of Time. And then writing some extremely good books of his own. Similar to Guy Gavriel Kay who worked with Christopher Tolkien to bring us the Silmarillion and other unfinished or not originally intended for publication (J.R.R.) Tolkien works/notes. But I like Brandon's writing better at this point mostly because I haven't finished anything by Kay. EDIT: Here's another perspective on it... GRRM & Pat Rothfuss are fans turned writers (who also have their own lives to deal with, often unsuccessfully). They are tired; weary of many of the things in their lives it seems. Brandon, however, is a fan writer that is still a fan. His secret sauce is that his personal and professional life are organized, he sets goals, and is intensely curious about life in general, particularly cool story ideas. Neither of the aforementioned authors is truly goal-oriented and both claim to eschew the greater part of the concept of outlining. Brandon does a LOT of outlining and leaves his "gardening" (a term popularized by George R. R. Martin) for the time he is actually writing the stories he writes. This gardening is likely the source of much of any delay he experiences. He has to go back to his outline(s) and blend anything that happens on the fly with nothing to foreshadow it into the outline(s) and then go back to his writing, leaving the actual revision for when he finishes writing the book. Something I see as a very useful blend of "Architect" and "Gardening" writing styles. Or if you prefer Stephen King's analogies a blending of Outlining and writing by the "seat of your pants." Because he has a foundation to build on he actually finishes his stories. Perhaps that's because he doesn't worry too much about the frills like paint color, tile choice, etc., whereas GRRM and Rothfuss seem overwhelmed by too much choice into a sort of mental writer's paralysis.

[@falconerd343]

@@jchinckley Lol, the lack of outlining is definitely obvious with Rothfuss. I'm fully convinced he hasn't written 3 because he wrote himself into a corner with 1 and 2 and can't figure out how to get himself out.

[@DatHeftyPigeon]

I think we all would MUCH rather prefer an extra year with the result of a great book 5 vs the normal time with a good book 5. Brandon you take your time and crush it! We love you!

[@rogermanzur3570]

Thank you so much for the update! You are the author I have the most respect for due to your talent, love for your craft, imagination, work ethic and transparency towards your readers. One more year is nothing, you keep giving us amazing stories every year, and GRRM has taught some us an unbearable amount of patience for a novel that needs care to be finished. Thank you once more and we are looking forward to the finished book.

[@faithdefender5186]

"Your book" You are an absolute legend.

[@jetmcgavin6663]

This feels like the right choice as far as pushing back Stormlight 5 goes! We love these books for a reason and you saying you're making the book longer just makes all of us even more excited to dive back into Roshar! Keep up the good work sir!

[@kronos1794]

Brandon, the way you respect your fans and the efficiency of your process has garnered a surplus of good will. You could tell me Stormlight 5 will be another 5 years and I'd be fine with it.

[@outsidethewall8488]

Honestly as much as I can't wait for stormlight 5, I have been trying to branch out into some other fantasy (currently reading malazan) and it's been hard to find reading time on top of study and work. Half the time I feel like I can't keep up with Brandon's writing so if anything this will give me a chance to catch up on other books from my tbr list including some of the extended cosmere book. I can't even imagine how Brandon does it all but boy am I glad he does!

[@allenbocephus]

Malazan is such a good series... one of the few I've enjoyed nearly as much as Stormlight. Maybe I should pick it back up again....

[@christianhansen2919]

Awesome art work by Randy Vargas. I hope you continue to give him opportunities to do official paintings. He paints wonderfully.

[@MrJGlass]

No worries about the book size. It feels like an accomplishment once you finish, and when someone says they're too long you have something to knock some sense into them with!

[@loftyguy11]

I'm so excited that there are film and TV projects coming and even more excited that you're taking the time to make sure they're done right!

[@smilingbear16]

Gotta be honest hear, these continuous updates are a huge part of why I enjoy your work so much. Obviously your work is Amazing, but your transparency is such a wonderful part of the whole Sanderson package!!! Thanks so much for all you do and keep up the amazing work!!!

[@DerrickKidder]

Thank you, Brandon, for all that your stories have brought me over the years. I started reading The Way of Kings when I was in 4th grade and here I am at 18 years old in the military. I often draw upon your creations for strength in my own life and will continue to do so. I can't wait to see this journey through!

[@DustinWillis18]

I am always taken aback by how well you treat your fan base with care and respect. Thank you for the update.

[@keyamazed1038]

I wasn't even aware this was a pushback. For some reason I thought W&W4 was the main release for 22, and for 23 it'd be the last Skyward book, then 24 would be the Stormight 5. Not sure how I messed that up. Gives me a chance to save up for a hopeful Dragonsteel convention centered around Stormlight 5's release too.

[@grantwilliams630]

Brandon is so insane. I have no idea how he manages as much as he does, but he’s a gift to his fans

[@aidanchilton7899]

Oh MY GOD that art is amazing. Seriously I do a lil happy dance whenever art of kaladin flyin around shows up on whatever social media I’m on

[@LeonC0704]

Thank you so much for treating us with so much love and respect

[@dylanjstafford]

Weird. Literally finished reading the Reddit post when this video went live.

[@UndatedTundra]

¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@Matt90Cummins]

Thanks so much for the updates and transparency with the progress of your books. I almost feel involved in the creation of the book. You're the best Brandon!

[@ShadowTaiga]

Your book being so large is the reason I started reading storm light.

[@ImOldGreggg]

You're fuggin awesome Brandon. Thank you for the all of the updates. No other author is so personal with their fans, and we really appreciate it. Thanks again my dude.

[@Rie_Bot]

I am happier with delayed release than a hurried one anytime , I also prefer late 2024 because I'll be too busy with studies to read something till then, so all in all this is sort of perfect for me :D I'm so excited this future release will keep me going

[@lunialation666]

Bro, you are like, the best author ever. Your books are great, your fanbase is nice, and you always keep us entertained, even without new books. Thank you.

[@nicholassels7411]

Wish there was a way to like videos more than once. Thanks for taking the time you do to keep us in the loop!

[@mace71730]

"I know 4 years is a long time to wait for a book...." Had to chuckle at this as it seems like nothing compared to some other authors that are making readers wait 10-11 years for the next book.

[@darktirkd7395]

Coff-kingkiller- coff - gentlemen bastards

[@davidwebb7104]

I 100% agree on the longer books! So excited for book 5!

[@douglasfreer]

You are still an awesome dude Brandon. You take the time to keep everyone up to date when possible and are kind enough that we are forgiving when the schedule slips by a few months since you care enough to give us a polished product instead of a day 1 patch with it.

[@grantr2279]

So this is how it starts- first a few delays and other projects, then major delays. I can see how Patrick Rothfuss and George R R Martin got started pushing their books back. Brandon has been absolutely prolific- don't get me wrong. But I am glad that this is book 5 instead of book 3, because I feel like his is how major series get pushed back. Meetings, hollywood, special projects are all valid reasons. At the end of the day, Brandon can work on whatever he wants, but I hope his deserved success doesn't cut into the stormlight archives timeline too much because this series is truly a treasure. Edit: also, it's amazing we even get updates like this. It's truly appreciated to get updates rather than silence. Other authors should take note

[@falconerd343]

Lol, Rothfuss hasn't written 3 because he wrote himself into a corner with 1 and 2 and he can't figure out how to get himself out.

[@upforanything5214]

I’m so happy I get to read these comments and see everyone who’s just as excited, if not more than me! I’m so ready for this book!!

[@ferdinandoah]

I must take this out of my chest. I deeply and sincerely love you. Too much for my own health but, thats out of the point. Anyway, thank you so MUCH for ALL OF YOUR BOOKS! Its clear for anyone sober enough, that you care a LOT for the impressions that your work do on people. Profit is secondary. I vouch for it !!

[@Nxrth2001]

Appreciate it Brandon! Take your time, we can wait. The artwork has me excited already

[@heartbeatpoetry7704]

Every update like this, every promise made and every promise kept, is like a slap in the face to GRRM. Ahhhh ... it feels so satisfying.

[@zhaven1]

I hate that it's going to take so long, but i approve that you're taking your time to realize your image, and it'll be all the better for it. Keep up the good work.

[@enbyglitch]

Thanks for the update Brandon! Your communication is absolutely incredible in this industry

[@DavidSmith-wr5sj]

I don't care how long it takes, I will look forward to it adoringly! You are a master wordsmith and any wait is worth it and justified. You work incredibly hard and do an awesome job time and time again! Thank you for being you Brandon!

[@carlsmith4568]

That artwork is enough to sate my thirst for months. Beautiful.

[@yasspanda2559]

Kal and Szeth! I love this cover! And I don't mind the delay. Journey before destination.

[@justtitanboi5566]

I'm looking forward to the fact that the Stormlight Archive is going to last many years, and I can read these books when I'm older and feel just as excited. Looking forward to your writing!

[@jamestandy8594]

Love the spoiler progress bar Adam! Clever animation

[@7nage]

"I know four years is a long time to wait for a novel." It could be worse. Definitely could be a lot worse.

[@danielsellers5800]

I'm sure none of us are reading those "other" fantasy books that have taken more than four years....

[@mayormars5135]

Stormlight 5 in fall 2024.... perfect, gives me time to re read the entire series one more time

[@kunalns]

I'll be honest - I was a little bummed out when I found out that SA5 is getting pushed to 2024. Then I remembered that Brandon's book-printing machine is literally going, "Brrrrrr...." right now with books we're going to be reading all of next year

[@allenbocephus]

A good Sanderlanche is always worth the wait... I'm happy to know I'll be reading book 10 in my fifties. It'll give me a chance to feel like a kid again, I'm sure! This is gonna be 🔥 y'all!

[@ethakis]

I've been listening to the stormlight archives audiobooks again recently. I'm really excited for the 5th.

[@jito7377]

For the quality of SA the wait is worth the while. You and your team are so productive, communicative and far more realistic than other authors. Thank you.

[@fweepthegod-pu5nc]

I’ve been taking my time finishing book 4 because I know the next one is available yet…. But I really appreciate the updates!!!!!! I love how he interacts with us super fans ❤❤❤❤ thank u Mr Sanderson for creating the Stormlight world for me to live in 😊

[@thepussycat66]

Thank you so much for this update! No other author shows so much love to his readers and we are so grateful for that! You are amazing!

[@roberthulsebusch8495]

Perfection can not be rushed. Thanks for making quality books instead of cookie-cutter corporate money grabs!

[@marcosroldan2250]

I'm at the point where I'm like every author should hire him to finish their books... he is legitimately my favorite author... all of his books are so solid... his magic systems in each book are so clear and interactive... he truly is the people's author!!!!

[@gustaveriksson113]

Brandon is the ultimate gift to us fantasy readers. Thank you, for everything.

[@colatte]

No worries Brandon! Thank you for sharing this insight into your working life and taking time out if it to update us. Take the time you need to make it your true vision. An extra year will give fans the opportunity for a reread.

[@JS-vf5gn]

Take your time Brandon. Currently on book 11 of TWOT so I can wait until 2024. ❤️

[@jasonbailey9139]

Thank you for reading this here. I can't do Reddit. Between it being a rabbit hole that would suck me in and never let me be productive again and some of the negativity there, I just had to say no...just like some people say no to Facebook or other social media platforms. I appreciate having a way to hear the news without having to go there.

[@3up3rn0va]

Bro Brandon's work ethic is insane. I strive to be profile like him someday. Thank you for the update! Maybe i'll finish book four

[@tyelerhiggins300]

I read the first four SA books, as well as mistborn 1-6 and secret history in the last 18 months or so, and I love it so much. I'm reading SA again then I'll read W&W4 if it's out then, or Elantris and/or Warbreaker in the mean time. Needless to say, I'm not upset about rereading any of the books in any series, nor am I upset about the wait.

[@tonykuriger573]

Almost finished my second read through of SLA. It's more rewarding the second time around cause you notice so much that you missed the first time in context. The *spoilers* teaser about the death rattles in the first book make me want to dive straight back in from the start.

[@Riz_]

Hi Brandon, Just a quick message to say thank you for recording this video. Like so many more I can't wait to get into book 5 of the Stormlight archive, but understand that you want to get it all right. This I appreciate and patiently wait for more news.

[@saraholivares4747]

We definitely care more about it bei by good than being soon! Thank you for keeping us in the loop ❤️👍🏼

[@tomkoch3495]

Dude you do you. Just make sure you take care of yourself (eating and fitness) and give your love to your family. We’ll be here waiting as patiently as we can! Love you and your work!

[@Littlemangomama]

Damn, Brandon. You are THE G.O.A.T. What a time to be alive! I'm so happy and willing to wait all my life for any Cosmere book. Thank you for pushing back Stormlight 5 to 2024 instead of rushing it. Please take all the time you need as you are an amazing human with an awesome family and team. My dream is to be an author one day, thank you for being my biggest inspiration and please take care of yourself!

[@michael1567]

I am biting, I am gnawing, I am screeching, I am like a horse in the gates, I am like a dog being held back by the chain of my own anticipation. Obviously it will come when it comes, and I will read it happily then! thank you for being such an inspiring author!!!

[@fdecono]

You rock Brandon! I cannot find the appropriate words to describe how much I admire and respect the way you treat us!

[@cocomouse332]

you know, as someone who's 10 hours away from catching up on rhythm of war audio book on my first read through of the series, I think I'm perfect willing to wait until 2030 to wait for the next book. it's taken me all year to listen to these books, I can't imagine the work and dedication into writing them. I'm only a new fan of your writing, but I'm glad to say take as long as you need! I'd rather another phenomenal book on the series that you're happy with, than a rushed one. thanks for the update tho! it makes me really happy to know that a book five is at least in the future!

[@lucasthomas9184]

Oh yess! I just finished Dawnshard. I'm so excited

[@tordurhansen333]

I love Dawnshard! Have you read RoW yet? :D

[@lucasthomas9184]

Yes. I'm not gonna lie, I teared up a few times reading RoW. Great character arcs and setup for book 5 to be EPIC.

[@zaphodbeeblebrox5796]

Take all the time you need, I'm part of the way though Oathbringer, this series is lit AF. Can't rush good content.

[@Gunnerpunk]

There's so much good content, including cosmere content, coming out between now and then it really doesn't feel like a problem to wait 2 more years for the end of that sequence.