Series: Wild Cards

A stunning anthology of connected tales set in the Wild Cards universe created by the global bestselling author of A Game of Thrones. The island of Keun lies off the coast of Cornwall, connected to the mainland only by an ancient, tidal causeway. It is a magical place, where anything can happen. The mansion crowning the island is owned by...

Wild Cards XII: Turn of the Cards delves into the perilous and unpredictable world of altered humans, where the outcome of every action holds immense consequence. Crafted by the talented Victor Milán and guided by the editing expertise of George R. R. Martin, this standalone instalment in the Wild Cards universe takes readers on an exhilarating journey across continents, driven...

Dealer's Choice is an electrifying climax to the Rox Triad within the acclaimed Wild Cards series, masterminded by the prodigious editing talents of George R. R. Martin and Melinda M. Snodgrass. This instalment thrusts readers into a volatile New York City, standing at the brink of chaos as a super-powered gang threatens to topple the existing order. The stakes have...

Wild Cards X: Double Solitaire, crafted by the talented Melinda Snodgrass and edited by the esteemed George R. R. Martin, invites readers into a thrilling interstellar journey within the Wild Cards universe. This standalone novel, while part of the larger tapestry of the Wild Cards series, offers a unique and exhilarating narrative set in a world where an alien virus...

One-Eyed Jacks invites readers back into the complex and enthralling universe of Wild Cards, where superpowers come with unique consequences and intriguing narratives. This book, seamlessly edited by the celebrated George R. R. Martin, presents a riveting tale that will captivate both devoted fans and those new to the series. Set against the backdrop of New York City, where the...

Dead Man's Hand masterfully weaves the intricate storytelling of George R. R. Martin and John Jos. Miller, delivering a compelling tale set in the dark and gritty Wild Cards universe. This thrilling narrative unravels in the shadowy streets of an alternate Manhattan, forever changed by the alien Wild Card virus, which has endowed a portion of the population with extraordinary...

Wild Cards V: Down and Dirty, masterfully edited by George R. R. Martin, continues the thrilling saga of the Wild Cards universe. This dynamic collection blends the talents of ten renowned science fiction authors, who collaboratively weave an immersive tale set within an awe-inspiring alternate history. Immerse yourself in a narrative replete with intrigue, action, and suspense as you explore...

Jokertown Shuffle, the latest instalment in George R. R. Martin's gripping Wild Cards series, bursts onto the scene in trade paperback, offering readers a heart-pounding adventure through the gritty streets of New York City. As the narrative unfolds, we find ourselves in a world where superpowers aren't merely fantasy but a dangerous reality that defines the very fabric of society....

Wild Cards IV: Aces Abroad unravels its globetrotting narrative as the next thrilling instalment in the acclaimed Wild Cards series, expertly edited by George R. R. Martin. In this gripping volume, where alternate history and superhero fantasy intertwine, the consequences of the infamous Wild Card virus continue to ripple across the globe. Forty years post-epidemic, the World Health Organization commissions...

Wild Cards III: Jokers Wild, the thrilling third instalment in the acclaimed Wild Cards series, invites readers to immerse themselves in a brilliantly imagined world where the boundaries between hero and villain blur, and the stakes are sky-high. In this collaborative marvel, seven of science fiction's most talented authors, guided by the visionary master George R. R. Martin, weave a...

Wild Cards I, curated by George R. R. Martin and the Wild Cards Trust, is a groundbreaking addition to the genre of shared-world anthologies. Set in an alternative history, it explores a fascinating "what if?" scenario rooted in the aftermath of World War II. An alien virus, known as the Wild Card virus, devastates the Earth, randomly altering the genetic...

Three Kings is the next anthology in George R. R. Martin's ongoing Wild Cards alternate-history series. In the aftermath of World War II, the Earth's population was devastated by an alien virus. Those who survived were changed forever. Some, known as jokers, were cursed with bizarre mental and physical mutations; others, granted superhuman abilities, became the lucky few known as...

Texas Hold'em: A Wild Cards Novel invites readers into an exhilarating tale set in the renowned shared-universe science fiction superhero series cherished by fans globally, curated by none other than the #1 New York Times bestselling author George R. R. Martin. This novel, steeped in thrilling adventure and vibrant imagination, captivates audiences with its unique blend of high-stakes drama and...

Suicide Kings transports readers to a world reshaped by an alien virus, intertwining elements of adventure, drama, and a profound exploration of humanity. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Africa and post-apocalyptic New Orleans, the book chronicles the ongoing journey of the Wild Cards—individuals empowered or cursed by the transformative virus—and their quest for identity in a society fraught with...

Mississippi Roll: A Wild Cards Novel embarks readers on a thrilling expedition along the mighty Mississippi River, weaving a tapestry of intrigue, mystery, and suspense within the rich legacy of the Wild Cards universe. This narrative is curated by the acclaimed New York Times bestselling author George R. R. Martin, promising a blend of storytelling finesse and imaginative prowess that...

Low Chicago takes readers on a thrilling journey through time, spotlighting the underworld of 1920s Chicago—the city of speakeasies, jazz, and towering criminal empires. Crafted within the beloved Wild Cards universe, this spellbinding adventure introduces a new ensemble of characters whose lives and encounters ricochet across the decades, all initiated at a fateful high-stakes poker game. On an eventful night,...

Lowball invites readers into the gritty and enthralling world of Fort Freak, the beating heart of Manhattan's most enigmatic district. Here, the eerie charm of Jokertown unfolds—a place where those with extraordinary abilities, dubbed 'aces,' coexist with the disfigured 'jokers,' whose mutations verge on the grotesque. Amidst lingering tension from an alien virus that rewrote human DNA, life in Jokertown...

Joker Moon by George R. R. Martin is a thrilling addition to the celebrated Wild Cards series, where the lines between reality and imagination blur in the limitless expanse of space. In this captivating narrative, we explore the extraordinary journey of Aarti, known as the Moon Maid, whose unique ability to astrally project herself onto the moon has turned the...

A new collection of Wild Cards stories, previously published on Tor.com and together in one volume for the first time! In hardcover for the first time, Full House—edited by #1 New York Times bestselling author George R. R. Martin—brings together the Wild Cards stories that have been previously published on Tor.com, including works from: Daniel Abraham Cherie Priest David D....

Fort Freak invites readers into the gritty and unpredictable world of Manhattan's Fifth Precinct, a place where the mundane duties of law enforcement intersect with extraordinary characters, each possessing their unique enhancements. Colloquially known as "Fort Freak," this precinct is a haven for the bizarre—a place where every officer could easily double as a superhero or a freak show performer,...

Deuces Down is the next Wild Cards anthology collection about George R. R. Martin's alternate superhero history. An anthology about the Wild Cards who are underestimated, overlooked: the Deuces. But it's the quiet ones you have to watch out for. In this revised collection of classic Wild Cards stories, the spotlight is on the most unusual Wild Cards of them...

In Death Draws Five, edited by the celebrated George R. R. Martin and penned by John Jos Miller, the vibrant universe of the Wild Cards series unfolds in another enthralling adventure. This time, we dive into the life of John Fortune, the offspring of two legendary Aces who have left deep imprints on the world. As the narrative kicks into...

Busted Flush, a riveting tale set in the celebrated Wild Cards universe, written by the talented Wild Cards Trust, continues the saga of human survival and the struggle for justice in a world altered beyond recognition by an extraterrestrial virus. This novel, part of the Committee Triad, represents the second instalment in a fresh wave of stories captivating readers with...

Three Kings marks the return of the renowned shared-world superhero series, Wild Cards, conceived and edited by George R. R. Martin, the famed author of A Song of Ice and Fire. This extraordinary series has long captured the imaginations of readers, with its rich tapestry of narratives crafted by some of the most illustrious names in science fiction and fantasy....

For decades, George R.R. Martin – bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire and creator of A GAME OF THRONES – has collaborated with an ensemble of science fiction and fantasy icons to create the amazing Wild Cards universe. Tales of Love & Lust from the World of the Wild Cards An alien virus has ravaged the world....

Low Chicago marks the enthralling return of the acclaimed shared-world superhero books, created and edited by George R. R. Martin, the celebrated author of the A Song of Ice and Fire series. The stakes were already sky-high at Giovanni Galante’s poker table that fateful night in Chicago. Poker. Dealer’s choice. Seven players. A million-dollar cash buy-in. What begins as a...

The iconic shared-world superhero series created and edited by fantasy legend George R.R. Martin returns with Joker Moon. Set in the aftermath of World War II, this gripping tale explores a world forever altered by a terrifying alien virus. Known as the wild card virus, it devastated Earth's population, leaving only a handful of survivors who were irrevocably changed. These...

An original collection of interwoven short stories set in the Wild Cards universe, created by the globally bestselling author of A Game of Thrones ‘A complex, intricately imagined universe’ Telegraph An alien virus ravages the world, with effects as random as a hand of cards. Those infected either draw the black queen and die, draw an ace and receive superpowers,...

For decades, George R.R. Martin – bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire and creator of A GAME OF THRONES – has collaborated with an ensemble of science fiction and fantasy icons to create the amazing Wild Cards universe. Tales of Love & Lust from the World of the Wild Cards An alien virus has ravaged the world....

A stunning anthology of connected tales set in the Wild Cards universe created by the global bestselling author of A Game of Thrones. The island of Keun lies off the coast of Cornwall, connected to the mainland only by an ancient, tidal causeway. It is a magical place, where anything can happen. The mansion crowning the island is owned by...