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by Brian Herbert (Author), Kevin J. Anderson (Author), Simone Ragazzoni (Illustrator)
Legendary authors Brian Herbert & Kevin J. Anderson adapt the final prequel chapter of their bestselling novels, revealing the hidden histories that led to the iconic events of Dune.
THE FINAL CHAPTER IN THE OFFICIAL DUNE PREQUEL SERIES House Corrino was once the most powerful house in the universe, playing a crucial role in events that will change the shape of the balance of power in the Dune universe forever. Each faction is making their move. House Harkonnen launches an assault on the Fremen villages to cover their own tracks. House Atreides continues with their gamble to reestablish House Vernius on Ix, unknowing of the Amal plot unfolding. Meanwhile, Jessica prepares to give birth to Duke Leto's son under the watchful eyes of the Bene Gesserit and the Emperor's men... And Emperor Shaddam himself looks to escalate a Spice War that will leave him the only victor! Legendary authors Brian Herbert & Kevin J. Anderson adapt the final prequel chapter of their bestselling novels with artists Simone Ragazzoni (Robotech: Rick Hunter) and Andrea Scalmazzi to bring the exciting story to a close in this prelude to one of the most celebrated science fiction novels of all time! Collects Dune: House Corrino #4-6.Author Biography
Brian Herbert is the son of legendary science fiction author Frank Herbert and has written the definitive biography of him, Dreamer of Dune, a finalist for the Hugo Award. Brian has also written many highly imaginative novels, including the Timeweb trilogy, the ecological fantasy Ocean (with his wife, Jan), The Little Green Book of Chairman Rahma, The Unborn, and The Assassination of Billy Jeeling. His earlier acclaimed novels include The Stolen Gospels, Sudanna Sudanna, and Sidney's Comet, as well as Man of Two Worlds (written with his father). Brian has collaborated on many novels in the Dune series with Kevin J. Anderson, all of which became international bestsellers, and they also wrote the Hellhole trilogy together. They recently completed the novel Dune: The Heir of Caladan for Tor, and are also collaborating on the definitive graphic novel adaption of the novel Dune, as well as an exciting new adaptation of their collaborative novel, Dune: House Atreides, for BOOM! Studios. Brian also co-manages the legacy of Frank Herbert and is an executive producer of the new motion picture "Dune" and the forthcoming TV series "Dune: The Sisterhood." He and his wife live in Seattle, Washington.
Kevin J. Anderson has published more than 175 books, 58 of which have been national or international bestsellers. He has written numerous novels in the Star Wars, X-Files, and Dune universes, as well as unique steampunk fantasy trilogy beginning with Clockwork Angels, written with legendary rock drummer Neil Peart. His original works include the Saga of Seven Suns series, the Wake the Dragon and Terra Incognita fantasy trilogies, the Saga of Shadows trilogy, and his humorous horror series featuring Dan Shamble, Zombie P.I. He has edited numerous anthologies, written comics and games, and the lyrics to two rock CDs. Anderson is the director of the graduate program in Publishing at Western Colorado University. Anderson and his wife Rebecca Moesta are the publishers of WordFire Press. His most recent novels are Clockwork Destiny, Gods and Dragons, Dune: The Heir of Caladan (with Brian Herbert), and Slushpile Memories: How NOT to Get Rejected. Born in Italy in 1990.After having attended the Milan Comics School, he collaborated with 7Gold TV channel and Edizioni BD, working as a freelance comic artist and illustrator.
From 2017 on, Simone as been a regular artist and colorist on Sergio Bonelli Editore's sci-fi monthly series "Odessa".
