veterannoob Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Ebook of ADB' Novell for SW. Ben Counters's Arjac also up for ebook, or buying them together. http://www.blacklibrary.com/warhammer-40000/40k-feat/ragnar-blackmane-ebook.html Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliesin Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Getting more and more annoyed by BL as the days go on. Really want to buy this but it is out of print, and again the e-book only release as with Pharos. I wonder if the business of manufacturing an actual book is now becoming a burden for them. They'd rather that everybody just buy a digital release? By the way, have you seen they are advertising it is a novella now? I remember there was some discussion about whether or not this was a novel back when it was released, fans seemed to feel it was not. Apparently BL sees it is a novella as well, but I think the limited edition was announced as a novel, with people then disappointed to find that it was actually 175 pages of large print. Excellent story apparently, really want to read it. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4261369 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelborn Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 19,99 for an e-book only release? And it's just a novella? Seriously? I was so excited about ADB writing a SW book as I liked his depiction of them in The Emperor's Gift. But now I'll wait until someone puts the plot online. Call me old-school but I want to have a book in my hands for reading. I would've even paid 19 bucks for a hardcover novella. But now....damn BL. :/ Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4261413 Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted December 26, 2015 Author Share Posted December 26, 2015 19,99 for an e-book only release? And it's just a novella? Seriously? I was so excited about ADB writing a SW book as I liked his depiction of them in The Emperor's Gift. But now I'll wait until someone puts the plot online or someone uploads it as a pdf. :P Call me old-school but I want to have a book in my hands for reading. I would've even paid 19 bucks for a hardcover novella. But now....damn BL. :/ $23.99 for each, actually, and not a discount on both together in one click. BL has been good at discount deals this past year so that's cool. I'm also excited that ADB wrote another SW book. :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4261423 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saphrael Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 The fact that I just paid AU$29 for an e-book when I usually refuse to pay that much for a paperback is a testament to ADB's writing, my unparalleled desire to read his take on DA and my utterly shameful lack of restraint as a GW consumer. If it were anything other than an ADB story containing DA I would have laughed the pricetag out of the proverbial room and raged on the forums like everybody else. Instead I'm canceling my plans to catch up on errands and I'm curling up with my new tablet to soak up some wonderfully characterised Unforgiven (and the odd Space Pup too). EDIT: Still not great at typing on the new tablet. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4262955 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Blackwood Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Its actually a really good book though. If you enjoyed the previous 6 ragnar books it very much feels like a continuation to them. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4262970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
A D-B Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 And it's just a novella? ...or someone uploads it as a pdf. Admittedly, no, it's not a novella. But can you, like, maybe not say stuff like that where I can see it? If the price sucks, that's fine. Don't get it! But I don't talk about screwing you over and getting a year of your work for free, dude. A little decency isn't much to ask. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263083 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaeron Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 I'm looking forward to this coming to a non-limited paper/hardback format at some point soon, hopefully! Glad to see it's available with Arjac :) On my 'want to read' list. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263088 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothecary Vaddon Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Thought it was pretty good. Stayed largely true to Bill King's old work (Ranek vs Ulrik not withstanding, that was an issue with the old work to begin with) and offered a surprisingly large amount of insight into the battle for Cadia. All is not lost for Imperial forces on the ground. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263132 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelborn Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 A D-B, where to start... I only opened the link and there it is described as an "eBook-exclusive Space Wolves novella". That's why I was upset. One of those books I really have waited for is just published as an eBook + a novella for a price I'm not willing to pay for. If it was a hardcover, I would've already read it by now! If I'm wrong and it will be released as a hardcover as well, please correct me like you did concerning the novella/novel subject. Secondly, I want to apologize for my previous post. The line "or someone uploads it as a pdf" was intended as a joke. It backfired. Completely. I'm sorry that I enraged you (even was a bit shocked when I read your post). I guess, you don't give crap of what I want to say right now. You are in the right. What I wrote was a mistake and it was dumb. Never intended to speak ill of your work! You're books (GotE, NL, freakin' Helsreach!) are some of my favorites of all time. I understand if you don't want to answer to this and further I can imagine that you think: "Srew this guy. Who is he anyway? At first he downgrades my work and now he wants to apologize after he was caught by me?" Again, sorry for what I previously wrote. Would have wished our first conversation would be about something good. Something awesome as I really enjoy the different topics in this community and it's possibilities to get in contact with some of GW or BL. But for now, I screwed it up. . Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263269 Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 Thought it was pretty good. Stayed largely true to Bill King's old work (Ranek vs Ulrik not withstanding, that was an issue with the old work to begin with) and offered a surprisingly large amount of insight into the battle for Cadia. All is not lost for Imperial forces on the ground. I'm glad to hear that ! Even though I'm not playing SW really atm I Ido like the fic. And there are certain authors I'll follow and take A chance on. ADB, G McNiell, Abnett, Guy H, more and more Chris Wraight. Went to buy it yesterday and found the iTunes gift card still had room and all ebooks on BL are also on iTunes and same payment goes to author (correct me if I'm wrong) so if only I knew that for Christmas morning rush to get Pharos. Oh well, learning is the half the battle. G.I. Joe! Also, moral of the story: if you have a gift card for iTunes and you are willing to pay the same price you can use iTunes gift cards:) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263272 Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 And it's just a novella? ...or someone uploads it as a pdf. :P Admittedly, no, it's not a novella. But can you, like, maybe not say stuff like that where I can see it? If the price sucks, that's fine. Don't get it! But I don't talk about screwing you over and getting a year of your work for free, dude. A little decency isn't much to ask. FYI ADB the BL home page has the graphic as novel but the product description says novella. Maybe you can have them edit that. I took a screen shot but here's the link should you wish to contact BL. http://www.blacklibrary.com/warhammer-40000/40k-feat/ragnar-blackmane-ebook.html Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263276 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliesin Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 And it's just a novella? ...or someone uploads it as a pdf. Admittedly, no, it's not a novella. If Ragnar Blackmane is more than 40,000 words, I guess you're right. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263398 Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 Getting more and more annoyed by BL as the days go on. Really want to buy this but it is out of print, and again the e-book only release as with Pharos. I wonder if the business of manufacturing an actual book is now becoming a burden for them. They'd rather that everybody just buy a digital release? By the way, have you seen they are advertising it is a novella now? I remember there was some discussion about whether or not this was a novel back when it was released, fans seemed to feel it was not. Apparently BL sees it is a novella as well, but I think the limited edition was announced as a novel, with people then disappointed to find that it was actually 175 pages of large print. Excellent story apparently, really want to read it. With the return of BL to Facebook (now warhammer digital ) their social media guy has been quite good about answering questions on their posts. I'm quite pleased, the BL staff has always been helpful and part of that stellar customer service GW has overall. It's also nice to know you can interact with staff without having to call international;) but they did say the HHs old and Pharos at the printer. Have a look if you have some questions. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263480 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sete Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 I heard ADB is a necromancer. Bringing back chapters from the dead. Not a SW fan so wont buy it. But probably borrow it from my SW friend. Also honourable mention to 30 BT at Cadia. Livin the dream. Disclaimer: Can't borrow because its a digital edition. Kinda forgot that :/ Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263496 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliesin Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Getting more and more annoyed by BL as the days go on. Really want to buy this but it is out of print, and again the e-book only release as with Pharos. I wonder if the business of manufacturing an actual book is now becoming a burden for them. They'd rather that everybody just buy a digital release? By the way, have you seen they are advertising it is a novella now? I remember there was some discussion about whether or not this was a novel back when it was released, fans seemed to feel it was not. Apparently BL sees it is a novella as well, but I think the limited edition was announced as a novel, with people then disappointed to find that it was actually 175 pages of large print. Excellent story apparently, really want to read it. With the return of BL to Facebook (now warhammer digital ) their social media guy has been quite good about answering questions on their posts. I'm quite pleased, the BL staff has always been helpful and part of that stellar customer service GW has overall. It's also nice to know you can interact with staff without having to call international;) but they did say the HHs old and Pharos at the printer. Have a look if you have some questions. He didn't reply to the person who asked when Pharos would be out in hardcover unfortunately. If I had a facebook account I would repeat the question. I did send BL an e-mail last week asking what's up with all the e-book exclusives for books we want to read, but no response yet, may not come. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263506 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augustus Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 This is my favorite work from black library that I can remember. Seriously. I can not be pleased enough or sing higher praise for this Novel/novella. Also might I say it's very satisfying reading about the Dark Angels and their character without having any fallen references. Cheers Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263508 Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 Getting more and more annoyed by BL as the days go on. Really want to buy this but it is out of print, and again the e-book only release as with Pharos. I wonder if the business of manufacturing an actual book is now becoming a burden for them. They'd rather that everybody just buy a digital release? By the way, have you seen they are advertising it is a novella now? I remember there was some discussion about whether or not this was a novel back when it was released, fans seemed to feel it was not. Apparently BL sees it is a novella as well, but I think the limited edition was announced as a novel, with people then disappointed to find that it was actually 175 pages of large print. Excellent story apparently, really want to read it. With the return of BL to Facebook (now warhammer digital ) their social media guy has been quite good about answering questions on their posts. I'm quite pleased, the BL staff has always been helpful and part of that stellar customer service GW has overall. It's also nice to know you can interact with staff without having to call international;) but they did say the HHs old and Pharos at the printer. Have a look if you have some questions. Yeah, He didn't reply to the person who asked when Pharos would be out in hardcover unfortunately. If I had a facebook account I would repeat the question. I did send BL an e-mail last week asking what's up with all the e-book exclusives for books we want to read, but no response yet, may not come. Yeah, just that it's at the printer and more HH hardbacks printed again soon. I don't see why they would hold printed Pharos so I'm sure it will go up when it's easy. They print BL stuff in the UK, right? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263527 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliesin Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Would love it if Fulgrim became available in hardcover again, and certainly FIrst Heretic in HC would be very nice. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263803 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Half Goat Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Just bought this but haven't got around to reading it yet. Really looking forward to it, as I found the old space wolf novels by King etc absolutely dreadful, typical teenage drivel which i had to give up on. Much preferred abnetts take in 30k, and the 40k wolves in the Emperors Gift. Either way, can't get much better than ADB Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4263816 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliesin Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Getting more and more annoyed by BL as the days go on. Really want to buy this but it is out of print, and again the e-book only release as with Pharos. I wonder if the business of manufacturing an actual book is now becoming a burden for them. They'd rather that everybody just buy a digital release? By the way, have you seen they are advertising it is a novella now? I remember there was some discussion about whether or not this was a novel back when it was released, fans seemed to feel it was not. Apparently BL sees it is a novella as well, but I think the limited edition was announced as a novel, with people then disappointed to find that it was actually 175 pages of large print. Excellent story apparently, really want to read it. With the return of BL to Facebook (now warhammer digital ) their social media guy has been quite good about answering questions on their posts. I'm quite pleased, the BL staff has always been helpful and part of that stellar customer service GW has overall. It's also nice to know you can interact with staff without having to call international;) but they did say the HHs old and Pharos at the printer. Have a look if you have some questions. Yeah, He didn't reply to the person who asked when Pharos would be out in hardcover unfortunately. If I had a facebook account I would repeat the question. I did send BL an e-mail last week asking what's up with all the e-book exclusives for books we want to read, but no response yet, may not come. Yeah, just that it's at the printer and more HH hardbacks printed again soon. I don't see why they would hold printed Pharos so I'm sure it will go up when it's easy. They print BL stuff in the UK, right? So wait, I couldn't find the facebook post you're referring to, but the WH facebook confirm that the printed version of Ragnar Blackmane is at the printers? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4264103 Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted December 30, 2015 Author Share Posted December 30, 2015 If the question above re: Facebook is for me, we are referring to the BL/Digital FB page talking about printed Pharos at printer now and a separate comment saying hardback HH novels also printing and should be back soon. Whew, lots of stuff here:) Nothing on Ragnar, though. Not sure how long it will be for the next release of printed versions. Hope that helps. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4264124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodanshi Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 FIrst Heretic in HC would be very nice. Only if it has a thoughtful and well-considered author introduction/afterword in it! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4267949 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeritorA Posted January 20, 2016 Share Posted January 20, 2016 A-D-B wasn't expecting the level of success he got for it Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4280071 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carach Posted January 20, 2016 Share Posted January 20, 2016 im glad i'm not the only one getting right peeved with BL's pricing and availability habits. Might be a great novella but it's ridiculously priced. Cannot believe how many people actually accept this - do you all live in mansions and have time to read these things on your kindle fire by the swimmingpool or something? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/317541-ragnar-blackmane-by-adb-out-now-ebook/#findComment-4280376 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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