The Sunlit Man | Brandon Sanderson

The Sunlit Man: A Cosmere Novel

Accolades & Praise

• #1 New York Times Bestselling Author: Written by Brandon Sanderson, creator of The Stormlight Archive and the Mistborn Saga.
• Rare Cosmere Glimpse: A thrilling standalone novel showing a rare glimpse of a future Cosmere universe.

Extended Synopsis

Running. Putting distance between himself and the relentless Night Brigade has been Nomad’s strategy for years, staying one or two steps ahead of his pursuers by skipping through the Cosmere from one world to the next.

But now, his powers too depleted to escape, Nomad finds himself trapped on Canticle, a planet that will kill anyone who doesn’t keep moving. Fleeing the fires of a sunrise that melts the very stones, he is instantly caught up in the struggle between a heartless tyrant and the brave rebels who defy him.

Failure means a quick death, incinerated by the sun... or a lifetime as a mindless slave. Tormented by the consequences of his past, Nomad must fight not only for his survival—but also for his very soul.

About the Author

Brandon Sanderson is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of epic fantasy and science fiction, renowned for creating the expansive Cosmere universe, The Stormlight Archive, Mistborn, and numerous other masterworks.

Reader Targeting

• Fans of Brandon Sanderson and the expansive, interconnected Cosmere universe.
• Readers who enjoy high-stakes planetary survival stories and fast-paced epic sci-fi.
• Followers of standalone speculative fiction with deep emotional and psychological stakes.

Bibliographic & Physical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sunlit Man about?
Set in a future Cosmere universe, the novel follows Nomad as he tries to outrun the relentless Night Brigade on Canticle, a lethal planet where staying still means instant death from the sunrise.

Is this book part of a series?
It is a standalone novel set within Brandon Sanderson's overarching Cosmere universe, released as part of his secret projects publishing initiative.

Who is the author?
The book is written by #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson.

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