Book description
Must-have short story collection by Garth Nix, containing thirteen
stories all introduced by the author himself.
ACROSS THE WALL brings together an eclectic mix of Garth Nix's writing
spanning several years.
The opening story is the 2005 World Book Day novella and Old Kingdom
story NICHOLAS SAYRE AND THE CREATURE IN THE CASE, winner of two
prestigious Aurealis Awards.
The rest of the collection includes two tales inspired by Arthurian
legend, a war story, a western, a traditional tale with a twist and a
hilarious choose-your-own-adventure spoof.
The volume is introduced by the author himself and, even better, so is
each story - giving context, anecdotes and a generous dollop of Nix's
own wry humour.
Plus! A final bonus section of frequently asked questions for which
Garth Nix supplies vital answers. "Anyone familiar with Garth
Nix's children's trilogy Sabriel, Lirael and Abhorsen will snatch up
this anthology… there's a little bit of everything here." SFX
Garth Nix was born in 1963 and grew up in Canberra, Australia. After
taking his degree in professional writing from the University of
Canberra, he worked in a bookshop and then moved to Sydney. Besides
being a full time writer, he has worked as a sales rep, publicist,
editor, marketing communications consultant and literary agent. He now
lives in Sydney with his wife, two sons and lots of books
