Author
James Islington
Birth Date
February 15, 1981
(45 Years)
Associated Country
Australia
James Islington is an Australian fantasy novelist best known for crafting intricate epic fantasy filled with complex magic systems, moral dilemmas, and carefully constructed long-form narratives. Born and raised in Victoria, Australia, he spent many years working at a technology startup before deciding to pursue writing full time. Although he had long been an avid reader of fantasy, it was the works of authors such as Raymond E. Feist, Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson, and Patrick Rothfuss that inspired him to begin writing his own novels.
Islington made his debut with The Shadow of What Was Lost, which he initially self-published to strong reader acclaim before it was acquired by Orbit Books. The novel became the first installment of The Licanius Trilogy, followed by An Echo of Things to Come and The Light of All That Falls. He later launched The Hierarchy series with The Will of the Many, a bestselling novel praised for its blend of epic fantasy, political intrigue, and dark academia. His books have sold more than two million copies worldwide and have been translated into more than twenty languages.
Celebrated for his meticulous plotting and satisfying long-term payoffs, Islington has become one of Australia's leading contemporary fantasy authors. His novels are recognized for their intricate world-building, compelling character arcs, and exploration of fate, sacrifice, and redemption, earning him a devoted international readership.
Islington made his debut with The Shadow of What Was Lost, which he initially self-published to strong reader acclaim before it was acquired by Orbit Books. The novel became the first installment of The Licanius Trilogy, followed by An Echo of Things to Come and The Light of All That Falls. He later launched The Hierarchy series with The Will of the Many, a bestselling novel praised for its blend of epic fantasy, political intrigue, and dark academia. His books have sold more than two million copies worldwide and have been translated into more than twenty languages.
Celebrated for his meticulous plotting and satisfying long-term payoffs, Islington has become one of Australia's leading contemporary fantasy authors. His novels are recognized for their intricate world-building, compelling character arcs, and exploration of fate, sacrifice, and redemption, earning him a devoted international readership.
Books
Hierarchy, Book 2
The Hierarchy still call me Vis Telimus. Still hail me as Catenicus. They still, as one, believe they know who I am.
But with all that has happened—with what I fear is coming—I am not sure it...
The Will of the Many 2023
Hierarchy, Book 1
The Catenan Republic—the Hierarchy—may rule the world now, but they do not know everything.
I tell them my name is Vis Telimus. I tell them I was orphaned after a tragic accident three years ago,...
Licanius, Book 3
After a savage battle, the Boundary is whole again -- but it may be too late. Banes now stalk the lands of Andarra, and the Venerate have gathered their armies for a final, crushing blow.
In Ilin...
Licanius, Book 2
Following a devastating attack, an amnesty has been declared for all Augurs -- finally allowing them to emerge from hiding and openly oppose the dark forces massing against the land of Andarra.
The...
Licanius, Book 1
As destiny calls, a journey begins.
It has been twenty years since the godlike Augurs were overthrown and killed. Now, those who once served them -- the Gifted -- are spared only because they have...