'The Bane Chronicles: The Course of True Love (And First Dates') out in 1 month

Magnus Bane and Alec Lightwood might fall in love—but first they have a first date.

When Magnus Bane, warlock, meets Alec Lightwood, Shadowhunter, sparks fly. And what happens on their first date lights a flame...

UPDATE: The new release date is March 18, 2014. 

The latest installment of The Bane Chronicles: The Course of True Love (And First Dates) by Cassandra Clare will be out in one month exactly!!!

Have you orderd your e-book today? If not, here's links to purchase:

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BARNES AND NOBLE

SHADOWHUNTER WRAP-UP: 'City of Heavenly Fire' snippet, TLH news, and more

There's lots of news in the Shadowhunter fandom and here's a rundown of the latest!

Cassandra Clare shared a very special Valentine with fans: a brand new snippet from City of Heavenly Fire. This snippet features Julian Blackthorn, one of the Los Angeles Institute characters from the highly anticipated series The Dark Artifices.

Take a look:

“Julian,” said Jia, in the same gentle voice, “would you do something for us? Would you take up the Mortal Sword?”

Clary sat up straight. She had held the Mortal Sword: she had felt the weight of it. The cold, like hooks in your skin, dragging the truth out of you. You couldn’t lie holding the Mortal Sword, but the truth, even a truth you wanted to tell, was agony.

“They can’t,” she whispered. “He’s just a kid —“

“He’s the oldest of the kids who escaped the Institute,” Jace said under his breath. “They don’t have a choice.”

Julian nodded, his thin shoulders straight. “I’ll take it.”

Robert Lightwood passed behind the podium then and went to the table. He took up the sword and returned to stand in front of Julian. The contrast between them was almost funny: the big, barrel-chested man and the lanky, wild-haired boy. 

Julian reached a hand up and took the sword. As his hand closed around the hilt, he shuddered, a ripple of pain that was quickly forced down. Emma, behind him, started forward, and Clary caught a glimpse of the look on her face — pure fury — before Helen caught at her and pulled her back.

The book is roughly 733 pages, according to Cassie. "There’s no difference between the Walmart edition and any other edition in terms of the story, so you shouldn’t worry about whatever page number they have listed. It’s all the same book."

With all that said, Cassie also revealed that TESSA AND JEM will make an appearance in the book!

Signed copies of COHF at Barnes & Noble

There 2,000 first edition signed copies of City of Heavenly Fire for sale at Barnes & Noble, according to Cassie.

 I signed about 2,000 first editions of City of Heavenly Fire for Barnes and Noble (not that the COHF books have been printed yet, but I signed the first pages and they’ll be bound in. So you’ll be able to order them from B&N soon. I’ll put up the link when I have it. Every one will also be stamped with a rune stamp, and some of them — totally randomly — have my sketch of Church in them. That’s sort of a lottery, whether you end up with one of those, though. And you can always get signed books of mine from Books of Wonder.

There will be extras in both the first editions and regular prints, but with a little bit more for fans to rave about! Cassie says:

Well, all the first editions of City of Heavenly Fire have a portrait on the inside of Jace, Simon, Maia, Alec and Isabelle done by Cliff Nielson, who does all my covers. Only the hardcover first editions sold by Simon and Schuster in the US and Canada will have that portrait on the inside cover. All the books will also come with a note from one of the characters in the end that is handwritten and printed, and leads into the Dark Artifices series. That’s every book, not just the first editions. As to how to buy first editions — basically first editions are all the copies in a publisher’s first print run. They last until they sell out. So the earlier you order a book the more likely you are to get one. 

Bane Chronicles book set for print in November

Cassie revealed that the first edition of The Bane Chronicles will hit stands in November 2014. Cassie says:

Anticipatory and terrified is exactly how you should be! :) Yep, the Bane Chronicles will be released in print — the current publication date for the print edition of the Bane Chronicles is November 11 of this year. 

The newest story in the series, The Course of True Love (and First Dates), comes out this Tuesday. 

Name of 'TLH' project to be released

On February 25…

You’ll be finding out what TLH stands for.

HAPPY BELATED VALENTINES DAY FROM CASSANDRA JEAN!

Naturally, I will draw Valentine on Valentine’s Day! (The Mortal Instruments written by @CassieClare)

The flowers on the bottom are called Shooting Stars (or falling stars) and the flower on the top are called Hoya’s and look remarkably like…stars! For Morgenstern.

EW Interviews 'Battlestar Galactica' actor Jamie Bamber about new Bane Chronicles novel

Well-known 'Battlestar Galactica' star Jamie Bamber lends his voice to The Last Stand of the New York Institute. This is the 9th book in The Bane Chronicles series that is written by Cassandra Clare, Sarah Rees Brennan, and Maureen Johnson. You definitely won't want to miss out on getting the audiobook! Jamie's voice is purr-fect for it.

Entertainment Weekly interviewed Bamber and asked him some questions about the latest Bane Chronicles novel in which he talks about his favorite scene to narrate, what he likes best about the character Magnus Bane, and how the books appeal to Battlestar Galactica fans. You can watch the full interview and listen to him narrate here!

The audiobook for 'The Last Stand of the New York Institute' is out now!

Which Bane Chronicles novella has been your favorite so far? Comment or tweet us @TMI_Institute.

Jamie Bamber of Battlestar Galactica to Narrate 'The Bane Chronicles: The Last Stand of the New York Institute'!

Cassandra Clare has shared on her tumblr page that Jamie Bamber from the famous television series, "Battlestar Galactica", will be narrating the final short story of The Bane Chronicles. In her post, Cassie also talked about what is she is currently working on and it has to something to do with the final book of The Mortal Instruments book series! 

"As the Bane Chronicles draws to a close, I know you’re all worried. Can we really keep up our excellent track record of Hot Guys Reading You Stories? I’m happy to announce that we can.

The actor who will be reading The Last Stand of the New York Institute, the second-last Bane Chronicle, is… Jamie Bamber. You may know him from Battlestar Galactica. (Captain Apollo!) Sarah, who has a creepily encyclopaedic knowledge of Hot British Actors, loves him from the Hornblower TV series in which apparently Jamie Bamber wore a very poofy white shirt, had a lot of feelings and served in His Majesty’s navy. I don’t ask questions.

We are so excited to have Jamie Bamber onboard, and can’t wait to hear his interpretations of Magnus, Luke, Valentine, Jocelyn…and Stephen Herondale. 

(I now disappear back into the depths of copyediting, as City of Heavenly Fire is in the very last stages of having its commas moved and its continuity errors corrected …which with a 200,000 word book is no small undertaking. I will emerge I hope in the New Year, and I’ll be posting some art Christmas Day — Cassandra Jean’s December calendar pages for both the boys and girls!)"

Shadowhunters if you have not purchased The Last Stand of the New York Institute when it came out on December 17, we highly recommend you do! Read the synopsis to find out why: 

"In the time of the Uprising, Valentine’s Circle goes after Downworlders in New York…and the Shadowhunters of the Institute must decide whether to join him, or fight with Magnus and his kind. This is the first time Magnus sees Jocelyn, Luke, and Stephen—but not the last. It is not long before Jocelyn seeks him out…."

'The Bane Chronicles: The Last Stand of the New York Institute' out today!

In case you are wondering whether to go ahead and wake up and go about your day ... OR stay in bed for an extra 30 minutes and read The Last Stand of the New York Institute, let me make this decision for you: snuggle in and READ!


In this newest The Bane Chronicles series, Magnus meets Valentine in battle as the Circle attacks the Downworlders of New York City. In the time of the Uprising, Valentine’s Circle goes after Downworlders in New York...and the Shadowhunters of the Institute must decide whether to join him, or fight with Magnus and his kind. This is the first time Magnus sees Jocelyn, Luke, and Stephen—but not the last. It is not long before Jocelyn seeks him out...


Without spoiling the Shadowhunters out there, here's my non-spoiler review:

Feel free to read this latest installment of The Bane Chronicles before you do anything else today. I'll guarantee you will not regret it. Taking the best elements of the beloved TMI and TID books, this explains some very important plot points we've been desperately missing. Don't be surprised by some beloved characters popping up on this one. I am more and more proud every day to be a fan of Cassie and her writing cohorts, Sarah Rees Brennan and Maureen Johnson. You've outdone yourselves again, you talented, talented ladies! Well done!

This standalone e-only short story illuminates the life of the enigmatic Magnus Bane, whose alluring personality populates the pages of the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices. This story in The Bane Chronicles, The Last Stand of the New York Institute, is written by Cassandra Clare, Sarah Rees Brennan, and Maureen Johnson.

Most importantly, I want to know what everyone thinks of this latest installment, and honestly I need fans to share their feels (because there are many to discuss). Please go into the comments where we will talk SPOILERS... don't read the comments unless you have already read the story.

HAPPY READING AND DISCUSSING!

Cover reveal for 'The Last Stand of the New York Institute'

The newest installment of The Bane Chronicles arrives next week (Dec. 17), and Entertainment Weekly shared the exclusive cover reveal with readers.

The Last Stand of the New York Institute (written by Cassandra Clare, Maureen Johnson, and Sarah Rees Brennan) was originally scheduled as the final novella in the spin-off series, but jumped ahead in the publication schedule. Here’s the official description: “In the time of the Uprising, Valentine’s Circle goes after Downworlders in New York…and the Shadowhunters of the Institute must decide whether to join him, or fight with Magnus and his kind. This is the first time Magnus sees Jocelyn, Luke, and Stephen —but not the last. It is not long before Jocelyn seeks him out….”

There’s only one more ebook in the series, and EW will have the final book cover reveal next month. How excited are you to read about the last stand? Share your comments below.

Jordan Gavaris of Orphan Black to Narrate Bane Chronicles Novel

 

Cassandra Clare has a thing for talented actors and their narrating abilities. She has just announced that 'Orphan Black' actor who plays Felix on the show will be reading the upcoming installment in the Bane Chronicles short What to Buy the Shadowhunter Who Has Everything. If you're an Orphan Black fan—like I am—this is beyond awesome. He will lend his voice to one of the funniest books in the series.

Cassandra Clare shared her excitement earlier by saying this in a Tumblr post,

"Hello! Cute boy got your attention? I am zipping by in the middle of editing to announce that Jordan Gavaris of Orphan Black will be reading the next of the Bane Chronicles. If you haven’t seen Orphan Black, Jordan’s character Felix is one of the most fantastic things about an already fantastic show with amazing performances, and we’re so happy to have Jordan reading what might be the funniest of the Bane Chronicles installments: What to Buy the Shadowhunter Who Has Everything. In which Magnus angsts, calls Ragnor, and seeks advice from a tentacled demon about his love life.

Look out for an interview where I chat with Jordan about reading the Bane Chronicles and also angle for Orphan Black spoilers. (If you aren’t watching it, you should be! Sarah RB turned me onto it and I am grateful enough to forgive her for the stunt she pulled in Italy with the bat.)

Welcome, Jordan. :)"

Are you an excited Orphan Black/Bane Chronicles fan? Comment below if you are!

New Bane Chronicles snippet features Elyaas the demon

Cassie Clare took to Tumblr to share a brand new snippet from The Bane Chronicles: What to Buy the Shadowhunter Who has Everything, which features a fun interaction with the blue tentacled demon Elyaas, who made an appearance in The Infernal Devices. Read ahead...

Bane Chronicles snippet
“How have you been keeping? You know, since the last time you summoned me,” said Elyaas, the demon.“What?” Magnus asked.“You don’t remember me?” said the tentacle demon.“I summon a lot of demons,” Magnus said weakly.There was a long pause. Magnus stared into the bottom of his coffee cup and desperately willed more coffee to appear. This was something a lot of mundanes did too, but Magnus had one up on those suckers. His mug did slowly fill again, until it was brimming with rich dark liquid. He sipped and looked at Elyaas, who was shifting uncomfortably from tentacle to tentacle.“Well,” said Elyaas. “This is awkward.”“It’s nothing personal,” said Magnus.“Maybe if I jogged your memory,” Elyaas suggested helpfully. “You summoned me when you were searching for a demon who cursed a Shadowhunter? Bill Herondale?”“Will Herondale,” said Magnus.Elyaas snapped his tentacles as if they were fingers. “I knew it was something like that.”“You know,” Magnus said, enlightened, “I think I do remember. I’m sorry about that. I realized right away that you weren’t the demon I was looking for. You looked kind of blue in one of the drawings, but obviously you are not blue, and I was wasting your time. You were pretty understanding about it.”“Think nothing of it.” Elyaas waved a tentacle. “These things happen. And I can look blue. You know, in the right light.”“Lighting’s important, it’s true,” said Magnus.“So whatever happened with Bill Herondale and that curse a blue demon put on him?” The cecaelia demon’s interest seemed genuine.“Will Herondale,” Magnus said again. “It’s actually rather a long story.”“You know, sometimes we demons pretend we’re cursing people and we don’t really do it,” said Elyaas chattily. “Like, just for kicks? It’s kind of a thing with us. Did you know that?”“You could have mentioned it a century or two ago,” Magnus observed frostily.Elyaas shook his head, smiling a slime-bedecked smile. “The old pretend-to-curse. It’s a classic. Very funny.” He appeared to notice Magnus’s unimpressed expression for the first time. “Not from your perspective, of course.”“It wasn’t funny for Bill Herondale!” said Magnus. “Oh, damn it. Now you’ve got me doing it.”— from What to Buy the Shadowhunter Who Has Everything*We just got news on an awesome audio narrator for this one - I think you guys will be pleased!

What do you think about this fun snippet? Are you excited about the newest Bane Chronicles from Cassie and Sarah Rees Brennan? Share your thoughts below.

New artwork of Raphael Santiago

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Cassandra Jean posted new artwork of Raphael Santiago via Tumblr. Check out also the livestream recording of her recent chat!

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Raphael Santiago! (From The Bane Chronicles written by cassandraclare and sarahreesbrennan andmaureenjohnsonbooks )

Thanks to those of you who joined me for the livestream! (and sorry for the pandora commercials that kept playing lol.) If you missed it, you can watch the recording here: http://www.livestream.com/cassandrajean/video?clipId=pla_d615a061-c62b-4963-af20-08641f094ff1&utm_source=lslibrary&utm_medium=ui-thumb

Michael Trevino of 'Vampire Diaries' to narrate the next of the Bane Chronicles

Cassandra Clare took to her tumblr blog to announce that Michael Trevino (Tyler Lockwood) of The Vampire Diaries is narrating the next of The Bane Chronicles, Saving Raphael Santiago.

Who will be downloading this audio to have Michael read to you?! 

Exclusive 'Midnight Heir' Audio Excerpt + 'Rise of the Hotel Dumort' Narrator News

Here's an awesome excerpt from 'The Midnight Heir' narrated by 'The Butler' actor David Oyelowo! 

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'The Mortal Instruments' spinoff series 'The Bane Chronicles' audiobooks are full of familiar narrating talents! Recently it was announced on Hollywood Crush at MTV that the fifth book 'Rise of the Hotel Dumort' will be narrated by 'Teen Wolf' actor Stephen Lunsford. Cassandra Clare really does know how to pick em'! 
  
Which narrators are your favorites so far for the series? Or WHO would you like to hear as audiobook narrators for the rest of 'The Bane Chronicles' novellas? We want to know! 

Editor's choice: 'Sherlock' actor Andrew Scott who narrates Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale (The Bane Chronicles, #3).

PHOTO: 'The Bane Chronicles: The Rise of the Hotel Dumort' Cover Revealed!

 

 

Entertainment Weekly revealed the fifth cover of The Bane Chronicles, titled, The Rise of the Hotel Dumort.

 

It is the first cover where we see Magnus Bane's stunning face!

 

Here is the synopsis of the fifth installment of the short story series by Cassandra Clare and Maureen Johnson:

“[Magnus Bane is] settled into New York society and is thriving among the fashionable jazz set. And there is nowhere better to see and be seen than the glamorous Hotel Dumort, a glittering new addition to the Manhattan landscape. But a different type of glamour may be at play…”

The Rise of the Hotel Dumort will be available on iTunes and Amazon on Tuesday, August 20 which is the same day the of the original score of The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is in stores! 

 

READ: The Bane Chronicles FREE this week

Earlier today, author Cassandra Clare tweeted that the first short story of The Bane Chronicles is free to read this week on pulseit! 

Read THE BANE CHRONICLES yet? Now's the perfect time to start: read the first book for FREE this week on... http://t.co/OUWfG3qbKF
— Cassandra Clare (@cassieclare) August 5, 2013

She also warned that the fourth short story has spoilers for The Infernal Devices series.

“@maggasola: " Do I have to read TIF before I read the bane chronicles? Are there spoilers in it?” There are spoilers in the fourth.
— Cassandra Clare (@cassieclare) August 5, 2013

I have never met a TMI fan who doesn't want more of the Shadowhunter's favorite warlock, Magnus Bane!

 CLICK HERE TO READ

The Bane Chronicles, What Really Happened in Peru, was written by Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan. 

Did you go to pulseit and read What Really Happened in Peru for free? Please share your thoughts with us!

Cassandra Clare talks The Midnight Heir, TLH and more

Cassie took to her tumblr to answer some questions, one regarding the latest installment of The Bane Chronicles, The Midnight Heir, and the future still name unknown "TLH" series that will take place after the events of The Infernal Devices.

I decided not to post any info on here directly, as I know there are still many people who haven't finished The Infernal Devices or The Bane Chronicles.  But if you have, make sure you click on the link below to see what Cassie had to say...it is good! And we get more Cassandra Jean artwork!!!

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'The Bane Chronicles: The Midnight Heir' Cover Revealed

The Bane Chronicles: The Midnight Heir by Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan is not available for download until July 16, but thanks to an exclusive to Entertainment Weekly,  you can see the cover of the 4th short story now!

"Magnus thought he would never return to London, but he is lured by a handsome offer from Tatiana Blackthorn, whose plans—involving her beautiful young ward—are far more sinister than Magnus even suspects. In London at the turn of the century, Magnus finds old friends, and meets a very surprising young man...the sixteen-year-old James Herondale."

Have you pre-ordered The Midnight Heir yet?

'The Bane Chronicles: Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale' Cover Revealed!

Entertainment Weekly revealed the e-book cover of the third issue of The Bane Chronicles. EW will continue revealing the covers for the next installments. To see EW's exclusive of TBC visit their page.

If you have not noticed each cover of these e-books are like puzzle pieces and once put together they create a larger picture.

Cassandra Clare revealed the snippet for Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale yesterday. Here it is if you missed it:

“I was very stupid,” Edmund said, almost violently. “I thought of love as a game. It is not a game. It is more serious than death. Without Linette, I might as well be dead.”“You speak of giving up your Shadowhunter nature,” said Magnus softly. “One can give up many things for love, but one should not give up oneself.”“Is that so, Bane?” Edmund whirled on him. “I was born to be a warrior, and I was born to be with her. Tell me how to reconcile the two, because I cannot!”

Also, here is the synopsis for the third installment:

“Magnus Bane leverages his alliances with Downworlders and Shadowhunters on a venture to Victorian London. One of ten adventures in The Bane Chronicles.When immortal warlock Magnus Bane attends preliminary peace talks between the Shadowhunters and the Downworlders in Victorian London, he is charmed by two very different people: the vampire Camille Belcourt and the young Shadowhunter, Edmund Herondale. Will winning hearts mean choosing sides?This standalone e-only short story illuminates the life of the enigmatic Magnus Bane, whose alluring personality populates the pages of the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices. This story in The Bane Chronicles, Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale, is written by Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan.”

You can purchase this e-book on June 18!

What do you think of the new cover? Leave your comments below!

The Bane Chronicles: Vampires, Scones and Edmund Herondale SNIPPET!

Cassandra Clare posted a snippet of the third issue of The Bane Chronicles via her tumblr page.

“I was very stupid,” Edmund said, almost violently. “I thought of love as a game. It is not a game. It is more serious than death. Without Linette, I might as well be dead.”“You speak of giving up your Shadowhunter nature,” said Magnus softly. “One can give up many things for love, but one should not give up oneself.”“Is that so, Bane?” Edmund whirled on him. “I was born to be a warrior, and I was born to be with her. Tell me how to reconcile the two, because I cannot!”

Based on the snippet our fanfiction lives are yet filled with another Herondale. Best family tree, don't you agree? Poor Edmund has lost his true love, Linette. 

Here is the synopsis of this e-book from Amazon: 

“Magnus Bane leverages his alliances with Downworlders and Shadowhunters on a venture to Victorian London. One of ten adventures in The Bane Chronicles.When immortal warlock Magnus Bane attends preliminary peace talks between the Shadowhunters and the Downworlders in Victorian London, he is charmed by two very different people: the vampire Camille Belcourt and the young Shadowhunter, Edmund Herondale. Will winning hearts mean choosing sides?
This standalone e-only short story illuminates the life of the enigmatic Magnus Bane, whose alluring personality populates the pages of the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices. This story in The Bane Chronicles, Vampires, Scones, and Edmund Herondale, is written by Cassandra Clare and Sarah Rees Brennan.”

This e-book will be available for purchase on June 18.

What do you think of the new TBC snippet? Leave your comments below!

George Blagden, narrator of The Bane Chronicles: The Runaway Queen

George Blagden,
narrator of The Bane Chronicles: The Runaway Queen

Sarah Rees Brennan shared her thoughts on Tumblr about the new narrator for the upcoming second instalment in The Bane Chronicles: The Runaway Queen, George Blagden.

She said, "So, George Blagden is going to be narrating Maureen and Cassie’s wonderful The Runaway Queen!

Just before I left Ireland, I’d seen Les Miserables, in which he played Grantaire, the cynical drunk member of the revolution. He was a favourite of mine from the book (I’m a nerd ;)) and I said unto myself ‘Hey, dude who plays him is great.’

Look, I’m from Ireland, it’s cultural: we love drunks."

To read the rest of Sarah's funny encounter with George head over to her Tumblr page

ICYMI: TBC: What Happened In Peru reaches No.4

The Bane Chronicles: What Really Happened in Peru debuted in the number four spot on The New York Times Best Sellers list. Cassie Clare took a moment on Tumblr to thank all her fans for their support.

A message from Cassie:

Thank you guys! I’m so excited. I didn’t know how a project just about Magnus, especially one that was co-authored and e-book only, would go, so I am so grateful to you for trusting me, Sarah and Maureen and coming along with us for Magnus’ story! 

Mortal Instruments is #2 on the bestseller list and ID is #7 — I don’t even know what to think. Mostly I just feel extremely humbled and grateful! Thank you!!

Jesse Williams talks narrating 'THE BANE CHRONICLES' audiobook!

Jesse Williams was chosen to narrate the first installments of The Bane Chronicles, What Really Happened in Peru. Hollywood Crush was able to sit down with him and talk about his experience narrating, trying something new and more. He also talks what he loves about our favorite warlock, Magnus Bane.

Check out what he had to say in the video below:

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And in addition to praising the great writing in "The Bane Chronicles," Jesse also said that he got a real kick out of the book's main man: Magnus Bane, the cavalier warlock who cameos in every book from Cassanda Clare's Shadowhunter series. (Hint: For the serious actor, it's the character's "devil-may-care attitude" that won him over.) Want to hear all Jesse's thoughts on his first outing in the audiobook world? You know what to do!

Read the full aricle over at Hollywood Crush.