by Michael Whelan | Oct 31, 2022
Reimagining the KA symbol that Michael created for THE DARK TOWER (Book 7). Inspiration came while listening to the original audiobook of the THE GUNSLINGER, read by Stephen King himself. There are several bones around the studio, human and other, which seemed to fit... 
by Michael Whelan | Aug 17, 2020
It was both a dream assignment as well as a monumental challenge to attempt to visualize Shadesmar for the cover of Rhythm of War. Choosing an approach to focus on wasn’t easy because of the myriad possibilities beckoning me in Brandon’s wonderful story—but I hope I... 
by Michael Whelan | Mar 23, 2020
by Michael Whelan | Sep 25, 2018
by Michael Whelan | Mar 16, 2017
The forces of Odium descend on Thaylen City and the new order of Knights Radiant converge to defend against invasion. It’s a visual sequence in which I saw a lot of possibilities for the cover. Brandon doesn’t elaborate on the formation of metal conjured to shore up... 
by Michael Whelan | Mar 16, 2017
Almost 30 years ago, DAW Books contacted Michael about illustrating the cover for a high fantasy novel by Tad Williams. Their amazing relationship began with The Dragonbone Chair, and Tad's work continued to inspire many epic covers from GREEN ANGEL TOWER through... 
by Michael Whelan | Jan 1, 2015
I like variety and enjoy illustrating all the themes and sub-genres in fantasy and science fiction, including post-apocalyptic fiction. I guess you could say that it does have a special appeal to me when I feel the desire to explore the darker fringes of speculative... 
by Michael Whelan | Jan 1, 2014
by Michael Whelan | Jan 1, 2013
Roshar is a world rich with strange flora and fauna, and Brandon Sanderson’s narrative features a diverse cast woven through multiple story threads, all complex and interesting. How to choose what to present on the cover for WORDS OF RADIANCE? Fortunately, Irene... 
by Michael Whelan | Jan 1, 2013
The cover art for DRAGONWRITER, A TRIBUTE TO ANNE MCCAFFREY AND PERN was originally conceived in 1991 for her novel ALL THE WEYRS OF PERN.Anne often reminded readers that her Pern series were science fiction novels and this was a scene that she wished could be on the... 