How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories

Step back into the enchanting realm of Elfhame with this beautifully illustrated companion to the New York Times–bestselling Folk of the Air trilogy.

Long before he became the Cruel Prince—or the feared High King—Cardan was a faerie boy with a sharp tongue and an unyielding heart. In How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories Holly Black offers an intimate glimpse into Cardan’s past, revealing the moments that shaped him and the shadows he learned to call home. Within these pages are glimpses of his childhood, a journey that stretches beyond The Queen of Nothing, and reimagined scenes from the original trilogy—this time seen entirely through Cardan’s eyes.

Thrumming with the romance, peril, wit, and intrigue that fans adore, this volume is both a treasure for longtime readers and a welcoming doorway for newcomers. Each chapter is accompanied by stunning, full-color artwork, making it a dazzling keepsake for any lover of Elfhame’s magic.