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Hey, all! I want to give you my thanks, and an apology. The apology is for being so silent about this. I’ve learned that you all are really, really good at guessing what I’m up to. So if I want to preserve a surprise, I have to be extra careful in what I say and how I act. At the same time, I wanted to say thank you to all those who worried about me, expressed concern, or otherwise were nervous from yesterday’s video. (Or from the start of this one.) Your emotions aren’t misplaced; I really was starting to feel the burnout I imply here. Only, it started three years ago, and I managed to get through it. It was strange to realize, at the start of the pandemic, just how much I was relieved by not being forced to travel--and how much I’d started to dread certain aspects of my job. By luck, I was able to have the time to take the steps I needed in order to prevent burnout. Yes, I’m a little strange in that the thing that most helps me most in such situations is writing something completely different, something unexpected. It probably seems incongruous that I avoid burnout by doing more work--but I truly love telling stories. So, here we are! I realize that many of you would rather I have focused that time on writing the next book in your favorite series, rather than writing something off the wall. However, this is how I work--and it’s the fact that these were so unexpected that let them pull me back into a healthy (for me) relationship with my job. Regardless, I really did need your positive vibes to help me through this. I got them, back when the real crisis was happening three years ago. I appreciate you all, and the way you treat me and my stories. Thank you. Not just for that, but for putting up with me doing the occasional overly-dramatic reveal like this. --Brandon
I doubt anyone will be disappointed that you didn't write the next book in whatever series. We didn't know surprise books were an option, but we'll take it!
If you listen very closely to this video, you can hear a clicking sound when Brandon's seated at his desk talking to us. That's because he's got a keyboard under his desk, and he's typing up a sixth novel with his toes.
brandon: "i have lied to you." me: he's not a human being, but a lovecraftian creature meant to write at unimaginable speeds brandon: i wrote 5 extra books me: i knew it
Hey, Man Carrying Thing, the UA-cam algorithm has been suggesting your videos to me! That you’re a Brandon Sanderson fan just proves your channel’s a good recommendation!
Brandon Sanderson: "I write as a coping mechanism for stress." Me: *Stares at huge catalogue of books that are his career.* "You uh... Ok there buddy?"
I own at least 1 copy of everything hes written. Including his work finishing the wheel of time series. If this is a coping mechanism, my guy is not okay.
"I accidentally wrote an entire novel in secret" I was waiting for the punchline, I knew it was coming. That is the most Brandon Sanderson statement I have ever heard.
What I love about Brandon is that when he is burned out, he does not take a break from writing but instead he simply writes something different. If only my other favorite fantasy author could do the same, but alas! I have been waiting 10 years on that one.
Brandon Sanderson has reached such a level of dimension bending self awareness that exaggerated jokes we have made about him writing nonstop have vastly underestimated how fast he writes and how many books he makes at the same time 😳 what an absolute Giga colossus of an author.
I've been suffering from PTSD and depression for a number of years. I needed an anchor, something I could set values by, because what caused the illness was ongoing and constant and I could feel nothing any longer. A friend recommended the Stormlight archive to me to listen to as an audiobook. He didn't know about the PTSD and I'd never listened to audiobooks before. If someone had told me I would find values I could anchor my life, and my sanity, by in a work of fiction I would say there were mad but I did. There is a plaque in my office at home that I had made. It is in sight at all times and on it it written "Life before Death, Strength before weakness, Journey before destination, The Way of Kings". It reminds me to live, not just to exist. There is a wisdom and insight to life in your books and I am grateful to you for writing them. Thank you.
Not to preach at you, but genuinely explore Christianity if you haven’t already. Sanderson is a devout Mormon and Christian, and really the influence it’s had on his work is impossible to understate. Might be something there for you if his books speak to you so profoundly :)
@@countdooku75 honestly though, the bible is terribly written with many plot holes and characters with erratic character development. I don't know why they thought it was a good idea to have that many authors with most of them not even bothering reading the previous authors' work. I was shocked at the reveal that Jesus in fact did come not to give peace, but a sword... that was a pretty good plot twist considering the time it was written. also I can't deny that it has inspired many other good fantasy novels, so I guess there's that.
This comment came for my throat. I am still struggling with PTSD and Stormlight is a constant source of inspiration to keep pushing, like you, not just to survive but to thrive.
@@countdooku75 Not to preach at you, but telling someone that is struggling with PTSD to look to religion is literally like telling Kaladin he just needs to genuinely explore Vorinism or burn a glyph ward as he stares into the honor chasm.
@@MrKenilles Watching Daniel's Twitch stream of this video he's apparently going off to do another one... Or it is a video just about the news. I have a feeling it's going to be both.
People should understand that not only did Brandon write five secret books while following his other agenda, but he is also the marketing mastermind behind this whole success. Of course implementing his ideas is greatly achieved by the whole team, but let's go through a few milestones that happened in the last week. The dramatic announcement video (his idea btw) has the most views in his channel by far, notwithstanding being one of the most recent ones. He knew he had a silver bullet asking his fans to share, comment and like that video. Why? Because he NEVER does that. Just picture this: before this whole event, his channel had a 15k-50k average views per day. After it, he has ranged between 230k-700k views per day. In one week he added 42k new suscribers to his channel (12% of his total subscribers). That's not all... Scheduling two weekly streams over the course of March has given momentum and expectation to his campaign, adding to the final hype that's keeping the stats over the roof. This whole success also gets mingled with UA-cam's algorithms, leaving remnant flows of people coming back to his content. Let's go on... Not only did he just raised the biggest kickstarter in the history of the platform. He has already covered a year of work in advance (2023). Of course there a lot of details to take care of and edges to sharp, but the fact that he has scheduled more than a year in advance of sales strategy and planning is simply stunning. It doesn't end there... This is clearly the most audacious move he has done in his entire career regarding manufacturing, distribution and retailing. He has proven that Dragonsteel can be completely autonomous from any other third parties, and even being more successful. This will also allow his team to experiment a lot, in a different areas of the business. And thus developing a unique expertise in the field, empowering his whole company. He also made it clear that he still wants to support bookshops in his future releases. And guess what? This groundbreaking move will give him a lot of leverage when talking to New York. I honestly believe he might actually revolutionize the way physical books are being sold (being merchandising one of the cornerstones of this revolution). And last but not least... Brandon keeps delivering high quality content to his readers, keeps building this amazing and complex web of intertwined stories that is the cosmere. His product is not even worth money at this point. He might not realize this now, but he is forging the history of modern twenty-first century writing. And the best of all? He is doing it in an extremely healthy and sure-footed way. I truly think this is unprecedented territory. I would really like him to read this. Not because I am saying any novelty. But because I want you to know that we appreciate all of this, Brandon. And that right there, gives our whole writer-reader relationship a pewter boost. Please keep following your instincts, they will keep taking this project to unparallel dimensions.
@@starmorpheus Pretty sure MattyBoi meant Patterrz when he said Pat (the original comment), not Patrick Rothfuss. And I agree, Rothfuss would have had a chance at being my favorite, if not for...
This man wrote more words in 2 years than George R. R. Martin has in the last 10. I've already shared this with multiple people. We need to support this madness as much as possible.
@@nmartinez18 - Yes, I understand and you're right: It can't get much worse than it is right now and Martin's readers are probably all borderline insane by now ...
This is so wholesome. "The pandemic is tough, but like many it freed me up to over triple my already insanely good writing output." As a fan, I'm very happy.
I really appreciate the fact that Brandon's nerdy little fan base is actually so big that he is the number one trending video on UA-cam. Like what is this
I'm literally scrolling comments right now just to reply to people I think seem interesting because I love Sanderson's fan base and always have fun engaging other people in it. Like, Sanderson for sure has one of the best fan bases out there
I've never heard of you (sorry) and this video came up in my feed because the algorithm decided it should, and I was like "this dude is either about to admit to something horrendous or this is a swerve" and you did not disappoint. Thankyou for that entertainment lol
I actually discovered Brandons work through his openly published writing lectures and within two and a half years tracked down and read every single piece of peace of writing the man's ever done, tremendously excited for this
I'm in the midst of that very journey now. Since discovering Sanderson in May of 2021, I have swallowed all of Stormlight and Mistborn, Secret History, and Warbreaker. And I'm obsessing over all his other shit too.
This man was getting up, showing us pie charts after he mentioned he wrote 2 books, and managed to hide his smile knowing he had 3 more by his chair. S-tier acting, Brandon!
Way to swing a sledgehammer at my bank account, thanks Brandon... But seriously, I know why you are my favourite author! Consistent quality, great humor and inhuman work ethic. I guess I'll just have to say: Shut up and take my money!
The Enigmatic Inevitabilities of Sanderson: 1: He writes faster than you can read. If you train to read faster, he will unconsciously quicken his pace in exact proportions. 2: If for 40 consecutive days he does not write, he will perish. However, nothing powerful enough to impede him for this long is known to exist. 3: He will surprise you. You may expect this, but preparation is futile. Consider this an omen.
If he wasn't before, Brandon is officially a youtuber now: he has mastered the art of clickbait. This is amazing!! I'm glad that you've found a healthy relationship with your work. It's just a bonus that we get some new books :)
I’m embarrassed I actually fell for the clickbait. I thought “great, how else is 2022 gonna get worse”. I was pleasantly surprised. It’s good to finally receive some good news this week :)
I'm so sad I missed out on this. I just found your work recently. I am whole heartedly enamored by the worlds you have created, and the Cosmere you have weaved. Thank you for sharing your creations.
@@Sheriff_K Oh he wouldn't straight up lie, I think. I believe him when he says he doesn't have EIGHT secret novels stashed away. Seven or nine are still up for grabs, though #exactwords
This might be one of the greatest youtube videos of all time. Not just for the execution, but the impact. So many people are happy right now. Thanks Brandon, keep inspiring us and telling your stories.
Damn. Haven't came across you since the Smite days. But the appreciation for Sanderson's work knows no bounds. This video made me very excited I'll have to go back and reread a few series. Looking forward to the year of Sanderson!
Big fan Raynday, You did awesome in ALGS recently. Cool to see you’re into Sanderson too. And I agree, well said, people need this kind of positivity especially now. Thanks for always staying positive and being a bright spot for so many. Never give up. ❤️
This randomly showed up in my feed in February 2024. I’ve never read any of Brandon’s novels before. I was deeply invested in a certain unfinished series by another author. After being left hanging since 2011, I became jaded when the TV series ruined the whole series for me and I have barely read in years. Contrast that with THIS guy. Metaphorically, if certain football loving novelists who don’t finish their series could be considered to have an abusive, negligent relationship with their readers, THIS guy is the opposite - this is the writer who makes you coffee in the morning and brings it into the bedroom for you, vacuums and surprises you with a 3 week vacation to Hawaii in the dead of winter. As a writer, I struggle to get out a chapter (I mean, who would want to read my bizarre crap? Lol!). Sanderson is like an Iron Man athlete of the writing world. His editors and publishers must love the HELL out of him.
If you haven't started yet, I highly recommend trying him out! Shocking advice to find in a place such as this. I haven't written anything myself - I'm too addicted to outlining and planning the stories to be bothered with actually starting to put the pieces together. Whenever I read another one of Brandon's stories it always inspires me to keep working on my own. Don't give up!
It's official, Brandon is not human, he's the ultimate artificial Intelligence that keeps of giving new books and improving in quality and time to write each one. Mesmerizing
@@urria8650 he does...it is not possible to write so much quality so fast He is a puppet designed to keep humans ignorant of the real events happening on earth
Most people spent their extra time during the pandemic baking bread or binge-watching Netflix. Brandon Sanderson spent his time pumping out novels like the tree-murdering, story-telling fanatic that he is; and I wouldn’t have it any other way 😆
Wait, some of you got extra time!? But seriously, I was so worried something bad had happened and now I'm just relieved he was being his same old Sanderson Machine.
@@animalobsessed1 Admittedly, the bread-making might be specific to my mother. She had never baked at all before the pandemic started, and now she bakes whole loaves of sourdough bread every week.
I feel like this man's ambition is entering my ears and eyeballs and inflating my head. I've never felt so daunted and inspired and plain fearful at the same time. I think I'll try to keep pace with the release of these quarterly secret novels. Not with full-length novels, but short stories that I've had brewing for a long time. This might finally be the year that my ideas are realized, in spite of my awful work ethic. I'll meet you with each release, and we'll see which side stacks up higher. I won't be outdone by Brandon Sanderson.
If you're new to the fandom, you might not realize how much Brandon loves to troll with secret projects. He loves it. But FIVE new secret books, THREE COSMERE is a whole new level. I found this video absolutely hilarious, him dumping new manuscripts on the table hahaha. -Eric
This is the guy who, when the editors were waiting for the sequel to Alloy of Law, turned in the sequel, as well as that book's sequel. One of my favorite stories lol.
“Stress made me irresponsible, I’m sorry” slaps a secret extra novel on the table. Explains how it happened then: “oh well actually I wrote 5 extra not just one, and I want to give them to you as a subscription box” Lol loved the video and I haven’t even been able to start your books yet although they are on my list
@@carlanderson2110 There is also the fact that Georges family could perhaps be persuaded to go against his wishes for a sufficiently large amount of money.
@@yomanyo327 ...and I would normally respect that. But Neil Gaiman said that writers don't owe their fans anything. GRRM apparently agrees. None of those promises he made to his customers back when he needed the book sales count anymore; he's gotten what he wants out of us. Now we're "toxic" for reminding him or even mentioning them in public. He's a _celebrity_ now. How _dare_ you. So if that's the hustle, if his author-reader relationship is going to be purely transactional, then his wishes don't matter to me. Besides, he doesn't believe in an afterlife, does he? What does he care? He's doing the Hollywood events, raking in the cash. It won't make a difference to him. Denying fans any kind of closure at that point would just be spite. I'm fine with it not being Sanderson on artistic grounds, but I'm not going to let GRRM appeal to a social contract when it suits him and deny its existence the moment it becomes inconvenient.
It's been a great time getting these books in the mail. You've definitely succeeded in creating an atmosphere of excitement that I haven't had for any books in quite a while! Thank you for your hard work and your stories
As an aspiring writer, "oh Sanderson can also burn out, it's ok to take it easy". Then he smacks up five new books... My heart dropped * laughing in panic, pain and a massiv kick in the butt *
If you have a healthy mind (or enough internal systems to make it somewhat healthy) and you're a multimillionaire, you can probably do it to! I don't know enough about writing, but he must have some sort of pattern you can follow, and you can probably replicate and reitarate on it to fit you. A lot of creative endeavors can be "figured out" with enough smarts
@@whoaskedyoutolookatthis He does have a pattern, you can find it on this channel under the series: "Brandon Sanderson on Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy". He's a teacher at BYU and that video series is from his 2020 lectures. There's plenty more lectures from him on youtube.
I[m with you there, lol. The way I understand it, Sanderson will often have two writing shifts - one day and one night. I've been replicating this myself recently. I write from about 1 PM to 7 PM, take a couple hour break, then resume writing from around 10 or 11 PM to 3 or 4 AM. Idk if that works for you, but it has been a phenomenal tool for me and has kept me disciplined and motivated - I've been able to write minimum 2000 words/day every day for several months now. Not all of those words make it into the novels I'm working on, of course. But the productivity and excitement are there.
If you write, you're a writer. Why label yourself as aspiring? Do you mean you daydream about writing but never do it, or do you simply mean unpublished?
Sanderson likely saved my life. I was homeless for a time, a long time I guess. One day, I just went into the library and picked up a book I liked the look of. Maybe 7 years ago. I spent the next month sleeping out back the library where they had a small sheltered area, I read every book he'd written up until that point. I was incredibly depressed going into that, but when I finished his last book at that point, I'd decided I wasn't gonna give up, so I got up and walked. It took another 3 years for me to get off the streets, into a crap apartment, into a better apartment, into a better apartment, and then travel to the other side of the world. I now live in Japan, I'm the manager of a small growing school, I'm married, I'm happier than I ever thought possible, and I even buy nice things for myself, expensive things, I wear Air goddamn Jordans man. In fact tonight I bought a 300 dollar pair of Air Jordans for my friend, because I f***ing could. Many thing's helped me get here, luck in largest part I'm sure, but one thing I'll never forget, is sitting outside that library, it pissing it down with rain inches from the dry space I'd found, with Kal. Thanks man. Whatever you do in future, I'll never forget the extra moments you gave me.
@@CharlieMoonDrops Authors can really never understand the impact they make for the most part i imagine. But then, nobody can, sometimes it only take a few kinds words or a few dollars given. When I have a child I'll always remind them, just be nice, please be nice, help who you can, it can change everything.
@@Spiderweb444 Thanks man, I can't believe so many people liked my comment, I hope it reminds them to help whoever they can around them in whatever small way they can.
In 2023 I read my first Brandon Sanderson book Yumi and the nightmare painter and it was amazing. I literally had no idea it was part of this secret project series and it gave me the push I needed to finally start mistborn. I'm really sad that I kind of missed the excitement of the release, but I'm so happy to be a fan now and to see what will happen in the future. ❤
You are truly an inspiration. The epitome of hard work. I love how its so apparent that your excellence in writing comes from consistent effort and so much enthusiasm. The joy you bring to writing brings it to the rest of us in reading.
Please up-vote: We need other shipment option for non US fans. This cost alone almost kills high tier support from outside US. Either we need boundling everything at the end of the year or have some printing done in Europe/Australia/etc.
It's really sad. I was so happy hearing about the books, and then I immediately realized I wouldn't be able to get them because of the shipping costs...is there a support group for disappointed European based Fans somewhere? It's not the first time with this problem either.
@@keeprockin69 totally relate. i want to own a physical copy of these books so bad but paying £55 per book (inc shipping) is just not something i can afford
I have genuinely never been so concerned with a person's welfare. WAS STRESSING OUT ALL DAY, MR. SANDERSON! Extremely relieved that you're okay. Keep on keeping on!
I used to read dozens of novels a year but over time I read less and less fiction and found myself consuming different materials with one major exception..... your novels. In some ways your works have kept my love of fantasy fiction alive. Thank you for your service, keep up the good work.
Your fans rock dude. You asked them to share this with everyone who knew anything about your books. I've never even heard of you and I'm going to for sure read all of your books
This absolute mad man is my hero. I was blown away with “I accidentally wrote an entire novel,” but when he busted out the rest of those stacks my jaw dropped
As a Utah native I feel comfortable with the following comment: You can tell Brandon is a Mormon by the way he is able to sell this as a naughty confession that turns out to be more like a Tupperware sales pitch that actually has me excited.... . I love you Brandon. You are the most prolific writer of our time. Truly a Utah treasure.
As a Fanderson or SanderFan as i have read every book he has written and will read every book he will write. This video had his fans laughing outloud because we already know he writes at a ridiculous pace. So seeing he wrote 5 extra books makes us giddy. You have to understand that this man wrote a freaking HUGE novel (Rhythm of War) and published it at the end of 2020. Then he wrote the 3rd book to the Skward Series, the 5th and final book to the Wax and Wayne Series, Wrote 3 noveles for Skward series, and the Final book for Skyward all in 2021.. That is 5 books in a single year, which we all thought was crazy and amazing. Then you add 5 more books on top of that? its absolutely incredible. And all his books are top notch and will ruin you on other authors who can't get the same kind of world building, pacing and character arcs like bransand does. Read some of his standalone work and you'll see for yourself and you'll also become a Fanderson or SanderFan
I'm almost envious! Reading his books for the first time with all their twists and turns is a pretty epic experience that I wish I could go through again.
Brandon Sanderson is a national treasure. I’m 38 and just recently got into his writing. Amazing story teller and I love how dedicated he is to his storytelling and willingness to put out this amazing content.
Bro this is my first time hearing of Brandon Sanderson and I love the guy already. :D He reminds me of Gabe Newell circa 2007, where he was like "oh, you want Half Life 2? How about HL2 Ep 1, and HL2 Ep 2 as well! Actually just kidding, here's Team Fortress 2 to boot! And then the real icing on the cake, if you'll pardon the lie, here's Portal as well! And if that's not enough, they will all cost less than a single AAA game from other developers! Merry frickin' random day in October, fellow gamer!
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Legit got misty-eyed seeing him slap those extra manuscripts on the table. This man is UNREAL. His dedication and passion for storytelling is simply unmatched. I'm in awe of you, sir.
Do you accept Jesus Christ as lord and saviour Please Surrender your lives to Jesus Christ John 3:16 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believe in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Romans 10:9-10 also says, "If you confess with your mouth Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. and You must Repent To repent, about salvation, is to change your mind from unbelief to belief in Jesus Christ and to flee from sin. 1 John 1:9 (KJV) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Pray that you will be filled with the Holy Spirit. For more, copy and paste Christ Commission Fellowship and Mass Deliverance John Eckhardt ..
Oh. My. God. Every aspect of this (performance and the actual news) was perfection. Literally laughed out loud when books 3, 4, and 5 were dropped on the desk. 🤣 Can't wait for more Sanderson reading material!
I stumbled on this video by pure accident (followed link out of curiosity) and now have a sudden urge to at least pick up one of this guy's books. Just comes across as really genuine and personable
Do it. I picked up Mistborn in 2010 and I haven't stopped since. Once you read his stories, most books by other authors pale in comparison cause he writes so well (but anyway it's really easy to start with Warbreaker cause it's free on his website)
The stormlight archives are fantastic. I am hoping he does a show to bring the worl to life more than his words always do. Reading his books is more like watching a movie after the first page his writing turns to magic where you see it playing rather than reading a book. He is 1 of a kind
And this video is why I love Brandon Sanderson. Personality, humor, and his neverending writing process making my TBR more existentially Impossible. Thanks Brandon.
Kelsier was right. There _is_ always another secret. This hype train has no brakes. Also, the Kickstarter getting _16_ times the set funding in the first day? That's a sign. Adonalsium Approved.
You, mister, are a machine! An awesome author machine and gosh this sounds great. If the pandemic had anything good, it was for a lot of us to realize what they want and what they need from life and forced them to set priorities different. I was relieved that I do not have to sing in my choir but had the chance to write my fanfiction for my private enjoyment and to watch your awesome watchlist on youtube. So thank you very much for your unbelievable fanservice here and on Kickstarter.
I was so stressed out and feeling anxious about current events (living next to Russia doesn't help) but now I'm crying and laughing out loud. Thanks for this stress relief!!! I really needed it! Can't wait for my books to arrive!
This makes SO MUCH SENSE!!! When the kickstarter happened, I was excited for the Secret Novels, but I also had to ask myself "Why does this NEED to be Kickstarter? This is Brandon Sanderson we're talking about! It's not like his publishers refused to fund them." Now I have my answer.
You madman. Here I was thinking you were finally showing human limitations and were going to say Stormlight 5 was delayed a bit… but no, five books?! You absolute madman. Happily threw my support up for the audiobooks, thanks for doing what you do Brandon!
If you *REALLY* wanted to come clean, you would tell us what Faustian bargain you made to be able to produce such a high volume of quality content at such an inhumanly fast rate.
God dammit Brandon. You gave me a near heart attack! I'm glad to hear you are well! And can't wait to hear more about this novel . Edit: 5 Books....kickstarter.... damn you. Off to redo my budget and get to backing
Seeing Brandon finishing and whipping out 5 books in 2 years really left me in awe, this video motivated me that you can accomplish gigantic goals in a timespan of only 2 years, if you only put the time into it. ty brandon
Mr. Sanderson, I am truly overjoyed that this is what you were ‘hiding.’ Your work has done more good than you know. I work as a mental health counselor for children and teenagers. I have told the dog and dragon story more times than I can count to great and beautiful effect. Your prose is brilliant, accessible and hits me right in the feels. Thank you for all you do.
I'm studying to be a therapist currently and haven't heard this story yet. I'm still making my way through some of the major cosmere series and arcanum unbounded. Where do I find this one??
Honestly, when Brandon said "don't roll your eyes at me" I had just finished rolling my eyes. Mostly because I'm friggin jealous of Brandon's skillset and ability to write so well. Congrats Brandon!
This is sooooo awesome! I just recently looked up the Stormlight Archive Series. I haven't read any of Brandon Sanderson's books and I'm already excited! Since times are very hard right now and laid off work due to covid restrictions and business closing down. I'm checking out the local library for any Brandon's books. Wish I could join the so called book club but that's okay I have lots of catching up to do!
Your material has kept my head up and my ambition in drive...especially through 2020. Thank you so much for this dramatic surprize 😂😂. I know I absolutely needed it. Thank you so much.
I'm not rolling my eyes, I'm practically crying happy tears. Brandon, you're a legend. The world needs more happy surprises like this right now. THANK YOU!
mom: Why are you crying? me: *shows this video title mom: Ah... Did he took a break or something? me: No, he wrote 5 extra novels secretly in this past 2 years. mom: *visible confusion
I actually started to tear up thinking this was going down a GRRM path and dreading yet another development in the ongoing dumpster fire that is 2020. I should have had more faith. Godspeed to Brandon, and what a time to be alive with amazing authors like him. Now, where do I buy this? (edit: That will teach me to reply before watching the whole video or reading the description)
Also: thank you Emily, for encouraging your husband to share the secret books with us! Thank you for letting us read the books dedicated to you! Love to both of you!
Brandon Sanderson casually wrote 4 novels and a graphic novel in the time I have written half of my rough draft. What a legend. I am looking forward to diving into the Cosmere!
Hey, all! I want to give you my thanks, and an apology. The apology is for being so silent about this. I’ve learned that you all are really, really good at guessing what I’m up to. So if I want to preserve a surprise, I have to be extra careful in what I say and how I act.
At the same time, I wanted to say thank you to all those who worried about me, expressed concern, or otherwise were nervous from yesterday’s video. (Or from the start of this one.) Your emotions aren’t misplaced; I really was starting to feel the burnout I imply here. Only, it started three years ago, and I managed to get through it.
It was strange to realize, at the start of the pandemic, just how much I was relieved by not being forced to travel--and how much I’d started to dread certain aspects of my job. By luck, I was able to have the time to take the steps I needed in order to prevent burnout. Yes, I’m a little strange in that the thing that most helps me most in such situations is writing something completely different, something unexpected. It probably seems incongruous that I avoid burnout by doing more work--but I truly love telling stories. So, here we are!
I realize that many of you would rather I have focused that time on writing the next book in your favorite series, rather than writing something off the wall. However, this is how I work--and it’s the fact that these were so unexpected that let them pull me back into a healthy (for me) relationship with my job.
Regardless, I really did need your positive vibes to help me through this. I got them, back when the real crisis was happening three years ago. I appreciate you all, and the way you treat me and my stories. Thank you. Not just for that, but for putting up with me doing the occasional overly-dramatic reveal like this. --Brandon
Just looked at the Book designs for the Novels and they look sick! I hope those versions of the books are still available after the Year of Sanderson.
whatever it is you're excited about writing will be good, rather than feeling forced to update a series (much as we may enjoy that series)
I doubt anyone will be disappointed that you didn't write the next book in whatever series. We didn't know surprise books were an option, but we'll take it!
I swear I feel lighter after watching this
You sonnofabitch, I love you
If you listen very closely to this video, you can hear a clicking sound when Brandon's seated at his desk talking to us. That's because he's got a keyboard under his desk, and he's typing up a sixth novel with his toes.
Lolololol!
I heard it!
i think it's people switching out the chalk/dry-erase boards he's using for graphics while they're out of frame
Hahahahaha best comment EVER
This has got to be the funniest comment I've read in a long time! Well done!!!
brandon: "i have lied to you."
me: he's not a human being, but a lovecraftian creature meant to write at unimaginable speeds
brandon: i wrote 5 extra books
me: i knew it
He can't keep getting away with this
😂👌
This times a million
Hey, Man Carrying Thing, the UA-cam algorithm has been suggesting your videos to me! That you’re a Brandon Sanderson fan just proves your channel’s a good recommendation!
Hey, Man!
Brandon Sanderson: "I write as a coping mechanism for stress."
Me: *Stares at huge catalogue of books that are his career.* "You uh... Ok there buddy?"
This is so true
Now if only reading was my coping mechanism for stress maybe I'd get through all these books! 😬
I own at least 1 copy of everything hes written. Including his work finishing the wheel of time series. If this is a coping mechanism, my guy is not okay.
Wish Martin had this problem
Yes lol
Anyone else watching this again 6 months later just to try and relive the excitement? What an absolute madlad
Yes! I’m doing it right now
Yeah, I'm one of them
Hi there, are you me? Am I you? Are we...we?
Bout 8 months, but yes I am, haha. I was telling a buddy about it, and felt I had to look this up to send it to him. I'm still so excited. 🤩
This video convinced me to start reading Sanderson and I'm watching it again now that I've caught up on the Cosemere (except Lost Metal lol)
"I accidentally wrote an entire novel in secret"
I was waiting for the punchline, I knew it was coming. That is the most Brandon Sanderson statement I have ever heard.
The real punchline was, "I accidentally wrote another. And another. And ano--"
Gotta keep watching. It isn't just one
Of all the things this could have been about, "I accidentally wrote an entire novel in secret" is perhaps the least surprising.
2 novels
it's basically the daniel greene sketch about Brandon's writing problem - except, you know, it's all real.
The man is trying to out write his fandoms memes about his writing.
I was already looking in your channel to see if you had a reaction to this. Please make a sketch out of it.
He took your video to heart apparently
ha, was wondering when you'd show up :D
Daniel, you've clearly got to do a part 2 to your skit about Brando Sando's writing problem
😂🤣😂
What I love about Brandon is that when he is burned out, he does not take a break from writing but instead he simply writes something different. If only my other favorite fantasy author could do the same, but alas! I have been waiting 10 years on that one.
Don't even mention it.
You mean g.r.r.m Or Patrick rothfuss? 😅 Cuz I've been waiting these 10 years for both of them 🙈
@@kevinstrife7854 Both
@@kevinstrife7854 fucking Name of the Wind man...
Are you talking about ex-author Patrick Rothfuss?
This guy actually loves what he does
Brandon Sanderson has reached such a level of dimension bending self awareness that exaggerated jokes we have made about him writing nonstop have vastly underestimated how fast he writes and how many books he makes at the same time 😳 what an absolute Giga colossus of an author.
I'm convinced he just grows them on his face and shaves pages and pages off every morning.
@@geraldpeterson1131 Melts a bunch of things in a pot and drops all of it on to sand, it cools down ... and so a book was forged.
He's clearly burning atium to write this much in such a short period of time.
We’ve upgraded from Gigachad to Terachad.
@@starmorpheus it’s a mixture of atium, bendalloy, and Zinc and Steel metalminds. He’s definitely achieved Lord Ruler level mastery over the metals!
Omg this guy. "Oopsie daisy, I tripped and accidentally wrote several novels, check 'em out." What a legend.
I've been suffering from PTSD and depression for a number of years.
I needed an anchor, something I could set values by, because what caused the illness was ongoing and constant and I could feel nothing any longer.
A friend recommended the Stormlight archive to me to listen to as an audiobook.
He didn't know about the PTSD and I'd never listened to audiobooks before.
If someone had told me I would find values I could anchor my life, and my sanity, by in a work of fiction I would say there were mad but I did.
There is a plaque in my office at home that I had made.
It is in sight at all times and on it it written "Life before Death, Strength before weakness, Journey before destination, The Way of Kings".
It reminds me to live, not just to exist.
There is a wisdom and insight to life in your books and I am grateful to you for writing them.
Thank you.
Not to preach at you, but genuinely explore Christianity if you haven’t already. Sanderson is a devout Mormon and Christian, and really the influence it’s had on his work is impossible to understate. Might be something there for you if his books speak to you so profoundly :)
@@countdooku75 honestly though, the bible is terribly written with many plot holes and characters with erratic character development. I don't know why they thought it was a good idea to have that many authors with most of them not even bothering reading the previous authors' work. I was shocked at the reveal that Jesus in fact did come not to give peace, but a sword... that was a pretty good plot twist considering the time it was written. also I can't deny that it has inspired many other good fantasy novels, so I guess there's that.
I deal with similar problems and have the same tattooed on my forearm
This comment came for my throat. I am still struggling with PTSD and Stormlight is a constant source of inspiration to keep pushing, like you, not just to survive but to thrive.
@@countdooku75 Not to preach at you, but telling someone that is struggling with PTSD to look to religion is literally like telling Kaladin he just needs to genuinely explore Vorinism or burn a glyph ward as he stares into the honor chasm.
Brandon Sanderson is the last person I expected to do a meme apology video and this is incredible
This is the only type of lying I will accept
Mmmm lies
A delicious lie.
we love to see the lies when they’re wrapped up like this
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Positive lies what a twist.
Youknow, I would be shocked, but Brandon "oops I wrote an extra novel" Sanderson is quite on brand.
I meant to say novels...
Wasn't there a Daniel Greene video about exactly that?
@@MrKenilles Watching Daniel's Twitch stream of this video he's apparently going off to do another one... Or it is a video just about the news. I have a feeling it's going to be both.
@@TimRG Can I get a link to this twitch stream? I couldn't find it (or his channel in general).
I mean it’s what happened with Bands of Mourning, so there is precedent…
As a middle school librarian, I'm super excited about the graphic novel, they fly off our shelves!!
@@thekrumelshow9525 ha
Hope there are mangas.
@@greenbean5186 of course, tons!!
Hopefully not an evil one, I'm sure?
My highschool librarian would KILL for some brandon Sanderson. She recommends the one book we have to everyone who passes by. It's steelheart.
People should understand that not only did Brandon write five secret books while following his other agenda, but he is also the marketing mastermind behind this whole success. Of course implementing his ideas is greatly achieved by the whole team, but let's go through a few milestones that happened in the last week.
The dramatic announcement video (his idea btw) has the most views in his channel by far, notwithstanding being one of the most recent ones. He knew he had a silver bullet asking his fans to share, comment and like that video. Why? Because he NEVER does that. Just picture this: before this whole event, his channel had a 15k-50k average views per day. After it, he has ranged between 230k-700k views per day. In one week he added 42k new suscribers to his channel (12% of his total subscribers).
That's not all...
Scheduling two weekly streams over the course of March has given momentum and expectation to his campaign, adding to the final hype that's keeping the stats over the roof. This whole success also gets mingled with UA-cam's algorithms, leaving remnant flows of people coming back to his content.
Let's go on...
Not only did he just raised the biggest kickstarter in the history of the platform. He has already covered a year of work in advance (2023). Of course there a lot of details to take care of and edges to sharp, but the fact that he has scheduled more than a year in advance of sales strategy and planning is simply stunning.
It doesn't end there...
This is clearly the most audacious move he has done in his entire career regarding manufacturing, distribution and retailing. He has proven that Dragonsteel can be completely autonomous from any other third parties, and even being more successful. This will also allow his team to experiment a lot, in a different areas of the business. And thus developing a unique expertise in the field, empowering his whole company. He also made it clear that he still wants to support bookshops in his future releases. And guess what? This groundbreaking move will give him a lot of leverage when talking to New York. I honestly believe he might actually revolutionize the way physical books are being sold (being merchandising one of the cornerstones of this revolution).
And last but not least...
Brandon keeps delivering high quality content to his readers, keeps building this amazing and complex web of intertwined stories that is the cosmere. His product is not even worth money at this point. He might not realize this now, but he is forging the history of modern twenty-first century writing. And the best of all? He is doing it in an extremely healthy and sure-footed way. I truly think this is unprecedented territory.
I would really like him to read this. Not because I am saying any novelty. But because I want you to know that we appreciate all of this, Brandon. And that right there, gives our whole writer-reader relationship a pewter boost. Please keep following your instincts, they will keep taking this project to unparallel dimensions.
So many great points, it’s rather astonishing and totally awesome to see this list.
secret project #2 soo close now! 🎉
Brandon Sanderson is without a doubt my favourite author just based on his personality
Pat?!?!
@@mattyboi6064 Pat gets a couple points knocked off because... you know why.
@@starmorpheus cause what
@@starmorpheus Pretty sure MattyBoi meant Patterrz when he said Pat (the original comment), not Patrick Rothfuss. And I agree, Rothfuss would have had a chance at being my favorite, if not for...
@@reddragonminecraftmodsandm4366 Ahh okay
This man wrote more words in 2 years than George R. R. Martin has in the last 10. I've already shared this with multiple people. We need to support this madness as much as possible.
By writing this post, I've written more than George R. R. Martin in the last 10 years, so the bar is not too high ;)
😂
Careful! If GRRM'S readers see this video, they'll lose their troubled minds.
@@saymyname2417 I'm a GRRM reader and already crazy, let them come.
@@nmartinez18 - Yes, I understand and you're right: It can't get much worse than it is right now and Martin's readers are probably all borderline insane by now ...
Brandon Sanderson: I wrote 77 novels while in the pandemic
Me: ....and I overcame my fear of onions. Mostly.
👏👏👏
This is so wholesome. "The pandemic is tough, but like many it freed me up to over triple my already insanely good writing output." As a fan, I'm very happy.
Brandon Sanderson was bored with his book's plot twists, so he started real life plot twists.
I really appreciate the fact that Brandon's nerdy little fan base is actually so big that he is the number one trending video on UA-cam. Like what is this
I'm literally scrolling comments right now just to reply to people I think seem interesting because I love Sanderson's fan base and always have fun engaging other people in it. Like, Sanderson for sure has one of the best fan bases out there
I've never heard of you (sorry) and this video came up in my feed because the algorithm decided it should, and I was like "this dude is either about to admit to something horrendous or this is a swerve" and you did not disappoint. Thankyou for that entertainment lol
I actually discovered Brandons work through his openly published writing lectures and within two and a half years tracked down and read every single piece of peace of writing the man's ever done, tremendously excited for this
I'm in the midst of that very journey now. Since discovering Sanderson in May of 2021, I have swallowed all of Stormlight and Mistborn, Secret History, and Warbreaker. And I'm obsessing over all his other shit too.
This man was getting up, showing us pie charts after he mentioned he wrote 2 books, and managed to hide his smile knowing he had 3 more by his chair. S-tier acting, Brandon!
"I felt stressed about not writing enough. So I wrote 5 more books in secret."
Thank you, Brandon. :D
Way to swing a sledgehammer at my bank account, thanks Brandon...
But seriously, I know why you are my favourite author! Consistent quality, great humor and inhuman work ethic. I guess I'll just have to say: Shut up and take my money!
Objective quality it is not.
I can't escape tf2 players even on fantasy writer's channel,good god
@@AshleysBrother We're always runnin circles around ya buddy ;)
Does it help ease your distress if I tell you I haven't played TF2 in almost 10 years?
Sometimes I just come back and watch this again, grinning the whole time. Love this so much.
His enthusiasm is infectious
The Enigmatic Inevitabilities of Sanderson:
1: He writes faster than you can read. If you train to read faster, he will unconsciously quicken his pace in exact proportions.
2: If for 40 consecutive days he does not write, he will perish. However, nothing powerful enough to impede him for this long is known to exist.
3: He will surprise you. You may expect this, but preparation is futile. Consider this an omen.
If he wasn't before, Brandon is officially a youtuber now: he has mastered the art of clickbait.
This is amazing!! I'm glad that you've found a healthy relationship with your work. It's just a bonus that we get some new books :)
I’m embarrassed I actually fell for the clickbait. I thought “great, how else is 2022 gonna get worse”. I was pleasantly surprised. It’s good to finally receive some good news this week :)
I thought clickbait was something that piqued your interest but didn't have good payoff?
This is the opposite of click bait. It's still a bait and switch, but what we got switched too was so much better than the bait.
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I mean. The man basically releases books like youtubers release clickbait videos. Absolute madlad
I'm so sad I missed out on this. I just found your work recently. I am whole heartedly enamored by the worlds you have created, and the Cosmere you have weaved. Thank you for sharing your creations.
All of these books are still going to be available to those who didn't back the Kickstarter, First on Ebooks/Audio and hen TOR hardcopies
This is the most un-George RR Martin video ever made
"No I don't have 8 more secret novels."
Did anyone FEEL a wink?
I swear I telepathically heard his "yet"
He has more
Yeah I don't quite believe him..
@@Sheriff_K Oh he wouldn't straight up lie, I think. I believe him when he says he doesn't have EIGHT secret novels stashed away. Seven or nine are still up for grabs, though #exactwords
Well... now we know.
This might be one of the greatest youtube videos of all time. Not just for the execution, but the impact. So many people are happy right now. Thanks Brandon, keep inspiring us and telling your stories.
Damn. Haven't came across you since the Smite days. But the appreciation for Sanderson's work knows no bounds. This video made me very excited I'll have to go back and reread a few series. Looking forward to the year of Sanderson!
Didnt expect to see you here, last time i heard of you was when i still played paladins. Awesome too see the extent sandersons audience has reached
Big fan Raynday, You did awesome in ALGS recently. Cool to see you’re into Sanderson too. And I agree, well said, people need this kind of positivity especially now. Thanks for always staying positive and being a bright spot for so many. Never give up. ❤️
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It also got me so hyped that I just pledged 600 bucks lol
I haven't ever read Sanderson's works, but this was recommended by the algorithm and I adore this guy already.
This randomly showed up in my feed in February 2024. I’ve never read any of Brandon’s novels before. I was deeply invested in a certain unfinished series by another author. After being left hanging since 2011, I became jaded when the TV series ruined the whole series for me and I have barely read in years.
Contrast that with THIS guy.
Metaphorically, if certain football loving novelists who don’t finish their series could be considered to have an abusive, negligent relationship with their readers, THIS guy is the opposite - this is the writer who makes you coffee in the morning and brings it into the bedroom for you, vacuums and surprises you with a 3 week vacation to Hawaii in the dead of winter.
As a writer, I struggle to get out a chapter (I mean, who would want to read my bizarre crap? Lol!). Sanderson is like an Iron Man athlete of the writing world. His editors and publishers must love the HELL out of him.
If you haven't started yet, I highly recommend trying him out! Shocking advice to find in a place such as this. I haven't written anything myself - I'm too addicted to outlining and planning the stories to be bothered with actually starting to put the pieces together. Whenever I read another one of Brandon's stories it always inspires me to keep working on my own. Don't give up!
It's official, Brandon is not human, he's the ultimate artificial Intelligence that keeps of giving new books and improving in quality and time to write each one. Mesmerizing
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Cosmerizing, if you will ;)
Doesn't he have ghostwriters?
@@urria8650 he does...it is not possible to write so much quality so fast
He is a puppet designed to keep humans ignorant of the real events happening on earth
Most people spent their extra time during the pandemic baking bread or binge-watching Netflix. Brandon Sanderson spent his time pumping out novels like the tree-murdering, story-telling fanatic that he is; and I wouldn’t have it any other way 😆
Wait, some of you got extra time!?
But seriously, I was so worried something bad had happened and now I'm just relieved he was being his same old Sanderson Machine.
I spent my pandemic year finding out about Sanderson, and catching up on the entire Cosmere.
@@animalobsessed1 Admittedly, the bread-making might be specific to my mother. She had never baked at all before the pandemic started, and now she bakes whole loaves of sourdough bread every week.
@@ninakrishnamurthy6674 Yeah no. Bread baking was/is a very popular pandemic activity.
HAHA ye
i wish i had gotten into the cosmere back when this came out, this must have been such a crazy time in the fandom
I remember my jaw being on the floor for a solid 5minutes after the video ended
Same lol
I feel like this man's ambition is entering my ears and eyeballs and inflating my head. I've never felt so daunted and inspired and plain fearful at the same time.
I think I'll try to keep pace with the release of these quarterly secret novels. Not with full-length novels, but short stories that I've had brewing for a long time. This might finally be the year that my ideas are realized, in spite of my awful work ethic. I'll meet you with each release, and we'll see which side stacks up higher. I won't be outdone by Brandon Sanderson.
How’s that going for you?
Would like to see an update
Wow your UA-cam page has no way for me to check up on your progress.
If you're new to the fandom, you might not realize how much Brandon loves to troll with secret projects. He loves it. But FIVE new secret books, THREE COSMERE is a whole new level. I found this video absolutely hilarious, him dumping new manuscripts on the table hahaha. -Eric
I wished you guys had made a reaction to this video
It would have been hilarious
He worried me at first but this turned out awesome! Haha
Well, you and the whole 17th Shard team will have a lot to talk about the next year.
You've got your work cut out for you with the podcast! Looking forward to it!
This is the guy who, when the editors were waiting for the sequel to Alloy of Law, turned in the sequel, as well as that book's sequel. One of my favorite stories lol.
Brandon: This *slams down stack of paper* is a new book
Us: Dear God
Brandon: There's more
Us: NO
I think you mean YES
Who knows, one of the secret projects could be about teleporting bread.
@@alexwyckoff8962 I get what you mean, but it’s a reference to TF2’s animation, “Expiration Date”, if you didn’t know.
@@BeautifulGreen252 please I got taste for daysssss
@@BeautifulGreen252 What?
You absolute bastard. I held my breath for about five minutes.
Good to hear you're feeling rejuvenated!
“Stress made me irresponsible, I’m sorry” slaps a secret extra novel on the table. Explains how it happened then: “oh well actually I wrote 5 extra not just one, and I want to give them to you as a subscription box”
Lol loved the video and I haven’t even been able to start your books yet although they are on my list
Me: “Hey, Brando, you ever take a vacation?”
Brandon: “YES! Vacation is a GREAT time to *write* a book!”
I like how sanderson describes writing novels like affairs: "one thing lead to another and i wrote another novel!" What a legend.
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@@VynelRecords Trash music
So much energy. What are the odds that he ends up completing not just The Wheel of Time but also A Song of Ice and Fire...
As far as I know, he already said that he wouldn't want to do that, because of the different style of story that George writes for his characters.
George has said that he doesn't want anyone to finish his work if he doesn't
@@yomanyo327 True, but I'm sure if a big fan made an incredible book to finish the sires I think most people would accept it to have some closure.
@@carlanderson2110 There is also the fact that Georges family could perhaps be persuaded to go against his wishes for a sufficiently large amount of money.
@@yomanyo327 ...and I would normally respect that. But Neil Gaiman said that writers don't owe their fans anything. GRRM apparently agrees. None of those promises he made to his customers back when he needed the book sales count anymore; he's gotten what he wants out of us. Now we're "toxic" for reminding him or even mentioning them in public. He's a _celebrity_ now. How _dare_ you.
So if that's the hustle, if his author-reader relationship is going to be purely transactional, then his wishes don't matter to me. Besides, he doesn't believe in an afterlife, does he? What does he care? He's doing the Hollywood events, raking in the cash. It won't make a difference to him. Denying fans any kind of closure at that point would just be spite.
I'm fine with it not being Sanderson on artistic grounds, but I'm not going to let GRRM appeal to a social contract when it suits him and deny its existence the moment it becomes inconvenient.
It's been a great time getting these books in the mail. You've definitely succeeded in creating an atmosphere of excitement that I haven't had for any books in quite a while!
Thank you for your hard work and your stories
As an aspiring writer, "oh Sanderson can also burn out, it's ok to take it easy". Then he smacks up five new books... My heart dropped
* laughing in panic, pain and a massiv kick in the butt *
Burnout from not writing
If you have a healthy mind (or enough internal systems to make it somewhat healthy) and you're a multimillionaire, you can probably do it to! I don't know enough about writing, but he must have some sort of pattern you can follow, and you can probably replicate and reitarate on it to fit you. A lot of creative endeavors can be "figured out" with enough smarts
@@whoaskedyoutolookatthis He does have a pattern, you can find it on this channel under the series: "Brandon Sanderson on Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy".
He's a teacher at BYU and that video series is from his 2020 lectures.
There's plenty more lectures from him on youtube.
I[m with you there, lol. The way I understand it, Sanderson will often have two writing shifts - one day and one night. I've been replicating this myself recently. I write from about 1 PM to 7 PM, take a couple hour break, then resume writing from around 10 or 11 PM to 3 or 4 AM. Idk if that works for you, but it has been a phenomenal tool for me and has kept me disciplined and motivated - I've been able to write minimum 2000 words/day every day for several months now. Not all of those words make it into the novels I'm working on, of course. But the productivity and excitement are there.
If you write, you're a writer. Why label yourself as aspiring? Do you mean you daydream about writing but never do it, or do you simply mean unpublished?
Sanderson likely saved my life.
I was homeless for a time, a long time I guess. One day, I just went into the library and picked up a book I liked the look of. Maybe 7 years ago. I spent the next month sleeping out back the library where they had a small sheltered area, I read every book he'd written up until that point. I was incredibly depressed going into that, but when I finished his last book at that point, I'd decided I wasn't gonna give up, so I got up and walked.
It took another 3 years for me to get off the streets, into a crap apartment, into a better apartment, into a better apartment, and then travel to the other side of the world.
I now live in Japan, I'm the manager of a small growing school, I'm married, I'm happier than I ever thought possible, and I even buy nice things for myself, expensive things, I wear Air goddamn Jordans man. In fact tonight I bought a 300 dollar pair of Air Jordans for my friend, because I f***ing could.
Many thing's helped me get here, luck in largest part I'm sure, but one thing I'll never forget, is sitting outside that library, it pissing it down with rain inches from the dry space I'd found, with Kal.
Thanks man. Whatever you do in future, I'll never forget the extra moments you gave me.
That's such an inspiring story man and i m so happy you're doing so well now
@@CharlieMoonDrops Authors can really never understand the impact they make for the most part i imagine.
But then, nobody can, sometimes it only take a few kinds words or a few dollars given. When I have a child I'll always remind them, just be nice, please be nice, help who you can, it can change everything.
@@Spiderweb444 Thanks man, I can't believe so many people liked my comment, I hope it reminds them to help whoever they can around them in whatever small way they can.
Thanks for telling your story - I really hope he sees this!
Holy fu...how is that? I...
In 2023 I read my first Brandon Sanderson book Yumi and the nightmare painter and it was amazing. I literally had no idea it was part of this secret project series and it gave me the push I needed to finally start mistborn. I'm really sad that I kind of missed the excitement of the release, but I'm so happy to be a fan now and to see what will happen in the future. ❤
You are truly an inspiration. The epitome of hard work. I love how its so apparent that your excellence in writing comes from consistent effort and so much enthusiasm. The joy you bring to writing brings it to the rest of us in reading.
Please up-vote: We need other shipment option for non US fans. This cost alone almost kills high tier support from outside US. Either we need boundling everything at the end of the year or have some printing done in Europe/Australia/etc.
Agreed! So happy about the books, but heartbroken that I won't be able to afford getting them in physical format due to the shipping cost.
It's really sad. I was so happy hearing about the books, and then I immediately realized I wouldn't be able to get them because of the shipping costs...is there a support group for disappointed European based Fans somewhere?
It's not the first time with this problem either.
@@keeprockin69 totally relate. i want to own a physical copy of these books so bad but paying £55 per book (inc shipping) is just not something i can afford
Being a Canadian the shipping sucks and on top of that so does the Damned Duty and taxes I was badly as I want the hardcovers I can't afford it
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I have genuinely never been so concerned with a person's welfare. WAS STRESSING OUT ALL DAY, MR. SANDERSON! Extremely relieved that you're okay. Keep on keeping on!
Ditto
I’m 3% upset with you because I was legitimately verbalizing my concern for you yesterday to my wife, 97% soooo extremely excited
Yes I thought he was going to say he’s burnt out and will be taking a long break but instead he came up with 5 new books lol
I used to read dozens of novels a year but over time I read less and less fiction and found myself consuming different materials with one major exception..... your novels.
In some ways your works have kept my love of fantasy fiction alive.
Thank you for your service, keep up the good work.
I am currently working my through Words of Radiance, and I have to say this series keeps getting better and better. Keep writing!!!!
This man never disappoint us
Actually the shipping cost are leaving me with major mixed feelings!
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@@joost8176 I too find the constraints of the physical world annoying to deal with sometimes. Why can't I just be everywhere?
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That's what he's for. To keep the humans drugged and ignorant about what's happening in society.
"There's always another secret." -Kelsier
Really excited about the new books! Thanks for all you do for your fans, Brandon!
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Your fans rock dude. You asked them to share this with everyone who knew anything about your books. I've never even heard of you and I'm going to for sure read all of your books
This man has the true heart of a writer.
This absolute mad man is my hero. I was blown away with “I accidentally wrote an entire novel,” but when he busted out the rest of those stacks my jaw dropped
As a Utah native I feel comfortable with the following comment:
You can tell Brandon is a Mormon by the way he is able to sell this as a naughty confession that turns out to be more like a Tupperware sales pitch that actually has me excited.... .
I love you Brandon. You are the most prolific writer of our time. Truly a Utah treasure.
absolute king, what an icon. i am simultaneously filled with envy yet completely in awe. i aspire to be like you brandon, what a legend x
Each time he put a manuscript on the table my jaw dropped even more. How can this man write so fast!??
Can't imagine how the real fans feel if this video made me (someone who's never read Brandon's stuff) all sweaty and excited. THIS IS INSANE!
His stuff is incredible. For real.
As a Fanderson or SanderFan as i have read every book he has written and will read every book he will write. This video had his fans laughing outloud because we already know he writes at a ridiculous pace. So seeing he wrote 5 extra books makes us giddy. You have to understand that this man wrote a freaking HUGE novel (Rhythm of War) and published it at the end of 2020. Then he wrote the 3rd book to the Skward Series, the 5th and final book to the Wax and Wayne Series, Wrote 3 noveles for Skward series, and the Final book for Skyward all in 2021.. That is 5 books in a single year, which we all thought was crazy and amazing. Then you add 5 more books on top of that? its absolutely incredible. And all his books are top notch and will ruin you on other authors who can't get the same kind of world building, pacing and character arcs like bransand does. Read some of his standalone work and you'll see for yourself and you'll also become a Fanderson or SanderFan
Same I’ve never Brandon’s books (I’ve been meaning to) and it got me excited as well
You are missing out.
I'm almost envious! Reading his books for the first time with all their twists and turns is a pretty epic experience that I wish I could go through again.
Brandon Sanderson is a national treasure. I’m 38 and just recently got into his writing. Amazing story teller and I love how dedicated he is to his storytelling and willingness to put out this amazing content.
Bro this is my first time hearing of Brandon Sanderson and I love the guy already. :D
He reminds me of Gabe Newell circa 2007, where he was like "oh, you want Half Life 2? How about HL2 Ep 1, and HL2 Ep 2 as well! Actually just kidding, here's Team Fortress 2 to boot! And then the real icing on the cake, if you'll pardon the lie, here's Portal as well! And if that's not enough, they will all cost less than a single AAA game from other developers! Merry frickin' random day in October, fellow gamer!
Each book reveal absolutely cracked me up, without fail. The man has a flare for the dramatic and I can't help but respect the hell out of that :)
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W. T. F.
One book was already crazy. Two absolutely blew my mind. AND THEN HE PULLED EVEN MORE OUT.
@@jeushaneradoc4616 Hit me up when the author of the bible announces five books all at once, then we'll talk.
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Legit got misty-eyed seeing him slap those extra manuscripts on the table. This man is UNREAL. His dedication and passion for storytelling is simply unmatched. I'm in awe of you, sir.
Do you accept Jesus Christ as lord and saviour
Please Surrender your lives to Jesus Christ
John 3:16 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believe in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Romans 10:9-10 also says, "If you confess with your mouth Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. and
You must Repent To repent, about salvation, is to change your mind from unbelief to belief in Jesus Christ and to flee from sin.
1 John 1:9 (KJV) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Pray that you will be filled with the Holy Spirit. For more, copy and paste Christ Commission Fellowship and Mass Deliverance John Eckhardt ..
I’ve rewatched this video a good number of times. Thank you Brandon!!!
You're incredible, and I'm so glad you are in this world to take my mind to another. Keep being you, we are all better for it.
Oh. My. God. Every aspect of this (performance and the actual news) was perfection. Literally laughed out loud when books 3, 4, and 5 were dropped on the desk. 🤣 Can't wait for more Sanderson reading material!
Ditto
When he got back to the desk I was like "There's gonna be a third book, isn't there." Did not expect 4 and 5, haha!
It was literal comedic perfection LOL
I stumbled on this video by pure accident (followed link out of curiosity) and now have a sudden urge to at least pick up one of this guy's books. Just comes across as really genuine and personable
Do it. I picked up Mistborn in 2010 and I haven't stopped since. Once you read his stories, most books by other authors pale in comparison cause he writes so well (but anyway it's really easy to start with Warbreaker cause it's free on his website)
He's the BEST
If you’re a fan of fantasy, his books are fantastic. I’d second the recommendation of the Mistborn trilogy, it’s really really great.
The stormlight archives are fantastic. I am hoping he does a show to bring the worl to life more than his words always do. Reading his books is more like watching a movie after the first page his writing turns to magic where you see it playing rather than reading a book. He is 1 of a kind
Mate, get ready
And this video is why I love Brandon Sanderson. Personality, humor, and his neverending writing process making my TBR more existentially Impossible. Thanks Brandon.
Brandon, you are amazing, this put a smile on my face. This is a level of output and productivity that boggles my mind.
His smile when he feels coy about the jokes he wrote for the script is so precious. He is so precious. I adore him.
Kelsier was right. There _is_ always another secret. This hype train has no brakes.
Also, the Kickstarter getting _16_ times the set funding in the first day? That's a sign. Adonalsium Approved.
Brandon Sanderson inspires me to push myself more than any other motivational speaker by simply being himself. Thank you so much, Mr. Sanderson!
You, mister, are a machine! An awesome author machine and gosh this sounds great.
If the pandemic had anything good, it was for a lot of us to realize what they want and what they need from life and forced them to set priorities different. I was relieved that I do not have to sing in my choir but had the chance to write my fanfiction for my private enjoyment and to watch your awesome watchlist on youtube. So thank you very much for your unbelievable fanservice here and on Kickstarter.
I've never read a Brandon Sanderson book and now I must consume them all.
At this point, consuming them all is like trying to try everything in a grocery store. It's great, but it's a serious task.
Same. Just started mistborn
@@drewigi great series to start with
@@Numenorean921 yeah it hooked me in from the start. Only about 100 pages in but I'm really enjoying it
Same 😊
I was so stressed out and feeling anxious about current events (living next to Russia doesn't help) but now I'm crying and laughing out loud. Thanks for this stress relief!!! I really needed it! Can't wait for my books to arrive!
Good luck in these tough times!
This makes SO MUCH SENSE!!!
When the kickstarter happened, I was excited for the Secret Novels, but I also had to ask myself "Why does this NEED to be Kickstarter? This is Brandon Sanderson we're talking about! It's not like his publishers refused to fund them."
Now I have my answer.
I love this man. You can genuinely tell how much he loves writing which is awe inspiring
You madman. Here I was thinking you were finally showing human limitations and were going to say Stormlight 5 was delayed a bit… but no, five books?! You absolute madman. Happily threw my support up for the audiobooks, thanks for doing what you do Brandon!
I love that he's made a graph of his productivity. That is just so Brandon. Never change!
The artwork on that chalkboard is too good. I’m pretty sure he got Isaac to draw those pie charts. Which, is also just so Brandon!
your voice and mindset give me energy and fresh perspective on my goals. Thanks.
i love how this was framed to sound like he'd be making an apology video about something serious XD
If you *REALLY* wanted to come clean, you would tell us what Faustian bargain you made to be able to produce such a high volume of quality content at such an inhumanly fast rate.
Writing „The Emperors Soul“ on the side seems like a superhuman power.
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God dammit Brandon. You gave me a near heart attack! I'm glad to hear you are well! And can't wait to hear more about this novel .
Edit: 5 Books....kickstarter.... damn you. Off to redo my budget and get to backing
His face yesterday haunted me all day. He looked stricken with grief.
@@IndustrialQueue same, my brother and I had to stop talking about it we were so worried.
@@IndustrialQueue Brandon the Hollywood actor confirmed.
@@IndustrialQueue seriously, and the way his voice wavered when he was talking. I was seriously concerned. This was a Sandolanch I never expected.
same :D
just saw this and immediately backed it. you are a monster when it comes to writing! and i cant thank you enough, your imagination is amazing!
Seeing Brandon finishing and whipping out 5 books in 2 years really left me in awe, this video motivated me that you can accomplish gigantic goals in a timespan of only 2 years, if you only put the time into it. ty brandon
Mr. Sanderson, I am truly overjoyed that this is what you were ‘hiding.’ Your work has done more good than you know. I work as a mental health counselor for children and teenagers. I have told the dog and dragon story more times than I can count to great and beautiful effect. Your prose is brilliant, accessible and hits me right in the feels. Thank you for all you do.
I'm studying to be a therapist currently and haven't heard this story yet. I'm still making my way through some of the major cosmere series and arcanum unbounded. Where do I find this one??
@@jarrettshakespear2258 Close to the end of Rhythm of War.
@@bengoldberg9875 alright, I gotta get reading then. Finished words of radiance yesterday. Thanks!
Honestly, when Brandon said "don't roll your eyes at me" I had just finished rolling my eyes. Mostly because I'm friggin jealous of Brandon's skillset and ability to write so well. Congrats Brandon!
This is sooooo awesome!
I just recently looked up the Stormlight Archive Series. I haven't read any of Brandon Sanderson's books and I'm already excited!
Since times are very hard right now and laid off work due to covid restrictions and business closing down. I'm checking out the local library for any Brandon's books.
Wish I could join the so called book club but that's okay I have lots of catching up to do!
Your material has kept my head up and my ambition in drive...especially through 2020. Thank you so much for this dramatic surprize 😂😂. I know I absolutely needed it. Thank you so much.
I'm not rolling my eyes, I'm practically crying happy tears. Brandon, you're a legend. The world needs more happy surprises like this right now. THANK YOU!
mom: Why are you crying?
me: *shows this video title
mom: Ah... Did he took a break or something?
me: No, he wrote 5 extra novels secretly in this past 2 years.
mom: *visible confusion
I actually started to tear up thinking this was going down a GRRM path and dreading yet another development in the ongoing dumpster fire that is 2020. I should have had more faith. Godspeed to Brandon, and what a time to be alive with amazing authors like him.
Now, where do I buy this? (edit: That will teach me to reply before watching the whole video or reading the description)
Also: thank you Emily, for encouraging your husband to share the secret books with us! Thank you for letting us read the books dedicated to you!
Love to both of you!
Thank you Mrs.Sanderson! Your generosity is our boon!📚💌
Brandon Sanderson casually wrote 4 novels and a graphic novel in the time I have written half of my rough draft. What a legend. I am looking forward to diving into the Cosmere!