The Wertzore reports that Brandon Sanderson's new four-book contract with Tor Books may be in the region of an eye-watering $2.5 million. The contract covers the first four volumes of Sanderson's Way of Kings series (which he estimates may reach ten volumes) and is apparently separate from his recent deals for the final three Wheel of Time books.

That's a clear sign that Tor strongly believes in either Sanderson's writing skills or the publicity he's getting thanks to finishing Jordan's Wheel of Time series. One way or the other, it's good to be Brandon Sanderson today! :-)

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