Michael Pryor
Michael Pryor has published more than twenty-five fantasy books and over forty short stories, from literary fiction to science fiction to slapstick humour. Michael has been shortlisted six times for the Aurealis Awards, has been nominated for a Ditmar award, and six of his books have been CBCA Notable Books, including three books in the LAWS OF MAGIC series. His most recent series are THE CHRONICLES OF KRANGOR for younger readers and THE LAWS OF MAGIC for older readers. Michael is currently writing books in a new series, THE EXTRAORDINAIRES.
News and Blog
Hey all, it’s Dot here, the Children’s and YA Publicist at Random House. I have just had three days of awesome sessions with three of our authors – Jacqueline Harvey, Deborah Abela and Michael Pryor. Each talk was fantastic but here are the highlights . . . Jacqueline Harvey revealed her tips and secrets for writing a children’s book. Did you know that her latest series...
CBCA Book of the Year Shortlist and Notables Announced
by Random House Australia on 13 April 2011
Christine Bongers’ HENRY HOEY HOBSON has been shortlisted for the Children's Book Council of Australia’s Book of the Year awards. The winner for this year’s award will be announced and presented on Friday 19 August. Joining Christine are 9 Random House children’s authors, whose works have been recognised in the 2011 CBCA Notable list. These authors include: Sue Bursztynski for her book WOLFBORN, Georgia...
Books by Michael Pryor
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The Extraordinaires 1: The Extinction Gambit
by Michael PryorThe intriguing beginning of a brilliant new fantasy trilogy from the master of magic, Michael Pryor.
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Laws Of Magic 6: Hour Of Need
by Michael PryorThe earth-shattering final book of the LAWS OF MAGIC series!
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Laws Of Magic 5: Moment Of Truth
by Michael Pryor'One of the best young adult magic fantasy series I've read in a long time ... Brilliant storytelling!' THE READING STACK
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Laws Of Magic 1: Blaze Of Glory
by Michael PryorNow with stunning new covers from the team who brought you Ranger’s Apprentice!
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Laws Of Magic 2: Heart Of Gold
by Michael Pryor'Michael Pryor is the king of steampunk for teens.' Visual Bookshelf review
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Laws Of Magic 4: Time Of Trial
by Michael Pryor'Do yourself a favour and read these books, if you're into steampunk/alternative history/with a bit of romance thrown in.' We Love YA blog
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Chronicles Of Krangor 3: The King In Reserve
by Michael PryorBattles, betrayals and beguiling enchantments
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Laws Of Magic 3: Word Of Honour
by Michael PryorSinister plots, schemes within schemes, magical upheavals, and a world to save from evil. As always, Aubrey goes looking for trouble … and finds it, in spades.
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The Chronicles Of Krangor 2: The Missing Kin
by Michael PryorDeltora Quest meets Dinotopia in this classic fantasy quest from the bestselling Australian author of BLAZE OF GLORY!
