Third book in 'Inheritance' series release
NEW YORK (AP) - January 16, 2008 Sept. 20, at 12:01 a.m., EDT, with a first printing of 2.5 million.
According to Nancy Hinkel, publishing director of Knopf's Books for
Young Readers, the novel was originally scheduled for a traditional
release, on Sept. 23.
"After the initial announcement of Book Three's release, we
received an outpouring of requests from booksellers hoping to host
midnight launch parties," Hinkel said Wednesday in a statement.
"We have responded to their enthusiasm by advancing the date, and
we know fans will welcome the opportunity to celebrate the
publication together."
The new book's title refers to an old Norse word, meaning fire,
that has special meaning for Eragon, the series' young adventurer.
"`Brisingr' is one of the first words I thought of for this
title, and it's always felt right to me," Paolini said in a
statement. "As the first ancient-language word that Eragon learns,
it has held particular significance for his legacy as a Dragon
Rider. In this new book, it will be revealed to be even more
meaningful than even Eragon could have known."
Paolini's first two books, "Eragon" and "Eldest," have sold
more than 12 million copies worldwide. The series is expected to
run for four books.
