he specifically says the inn was DESIGNED by Kvothe...right after talking about copper locks and grey stones. I'm pretty sure this man has a masterplan behind it all.
It will serve as a binding jail for the Chandrian or some other enemy he has made. Hes been planting info here and there in the world that only the knowledgeble enough can get, to chart his location. ..or not lol.
That and the fact that he knows (at least at some point before the narrations starts) the name of Copper+Stone, im pretty sure the walls are made of that materials
Don’t forget the “brass threads” tying everything together. I don’t think that was a metaphor I think that was physically something bounding the “silence” together
@@brasilogiatrivial8656 this would make a lot of sense considering he name dropped the Chandrian to chronicler. Maybe he is killing two birds with one stone by telling his story and baiting the 7 into his inn
Dude.. Really? Lol same shit, different title. Great job trying to kiss his ass. Even with the money he made from doing this, he won't use that material and won't write the book. There are rumors coming from within his family ties that mention he is not interested in finishing it, but just milking every opportunity he can. I can stand behind it cuz I have heard it from his inner circle directly
Can't wait! Writing fantasy inspired from it now... what else can I do?!? Cobblestone steps sat crooked and disheveled along the path. I wondered how merchants ever managed to take their wagons this way. I was guiding the ranchers daughter back home. She couldn’t have been older than ten. “How much further?”, she questioned. “Shouldn’t be more than another mile or so.” I was taking her to a friend of mine, a safe haven. Someone to look after her. She had gotten lost after guardsmen attacked her family’s fields. Her father hadn’t been home and she barely escaped the fire. I found her later that night, crying on the side of the road. Her entire family was missing. I must have been distracted, there was a shrill sound nearby.. almost like something sharp was dropped. A sword scratching the ground. I was probably just paranoid... it had been a long day. “It doesn't make sense... why would guardsmen burn your fields?”, I exclaimed. She didn't answer for a moment. “...I don’t know. They used to be friendly and helped us anytime they were around. But.. something changed awhile ago. Their armor looked bruised and battered, they started demanding payment for our protection.” “It’s almost as if-“, she was cut off suddenly. Turning around, I saw a knife held to her throat. Continued: creativecontentcody.blogspot.com/2024/02/cobblestone-chapter-1.html
At this point the overhype has died been buries dug up too be studied then buried then dug up to be burned then dug up to be consumed then we get the 1st fkn page and I'm supposed to care lmaao. Nah. Already said all set with this one
I love how he crumpled up and tossed the hard copy of the Prologue. I can almost picture Kvothe doing the same with his first attempts at the biography.
I didn't realize how much i missed the Silence of Three Parts. Keep refining and tempering your tale. It will be a tool to forge memories for the ages. i'm gonna have to go re-read the first two books when i finish WOT.
I’ve made a late arrival to this universe and I think I’m somewhat grateful for my tardiness. If I’d read this back in 2011 only to wait 11 years to get to today with no part three… all I can say is I hope it’s close ❤
The thing I love most about Patricks writing is how much attention he gives to small detailes and actions that are not necessarily important for the plot. Like many writers just seem to be wanting to get to the exciting part and everything happens for a reason to get the plot going. In the Kingkiller chronicles however everything, even the non plot-related actions and deep character and relationship building are cautiously taken care of, which account for deep and multifaceted characters and makes every part of the story, every single sentence a joy to read. I love his way of writing and his way with words that makes you savour every single piece you read. So I understand why book 3 is taking him so long, great work takes great time. Keep going!!!
That first page gave me shivers. Your writing has always been a huge inspiration for me, maybe someday I will try my hand at storytelling. Very excited to read book three once it is ready.
I was going to say the same. It seems silly but this reminded me how beautiful his writting is and how much his style feels like perfect poetry and nostalgia. 20 seconds in and I'm crying. Cannot wait.
I probably shouldn't be advertising another author on this channel, but if you want to read a series of books that has very similar writing to Pat, check out the Monstrumologist series by Rick Yancey. To this day, I still feel it has the greatest prose out of any book I ever read. For real, check them out. Whenever I get in a discussion about prose I always mention Pat, and the Monstrumologist series by Rick Yancey. If you have audible I recommend the audiobooks, as the narrator does a great job. EDIT: The second book in the series, the Curse of the Wendigo, probably has the best prose out of the 4 books. It's supposedly a YA series, but it is pretty dark and gory. Especially the last book. So don't let that stop you
@@EsquilaxM- I'd give it a shot. It's a good read. The characters are extremely well written, and like I said, it's up there for best prose I've read. But it's your call, of course. 🙃
To me, Patrick's books are the best ones ever written. I got chills and tears just hearing Pat read it. Amazing work. Incredibly slow... but the best work one could ever hope for.
@@juliall255 I am referring to the pace at which he is writing (the writing itself is flawless, pacing and all). I often compare him to Robin Hobb as I feel she often gets close to his level of quality, but at a much faster rate of writing. Yet still, no matter how slow, it is worth the wait in the end.
I sell books in a bookstore (and am an author myself), and several times a week I recommend Pat's books with passionate joy. Sometimes I open NOTW and read some customer that line about "the cut-flower sound of a man waiting to die" and if they don't immediately love it, I know I have nothing to recommend for them as we have vastly different taste. Love this writing to my very core 💖
As a man that worked in a bookstore and lived that life, I could never recommend pats book , I love his work but the way he has treated his fans. Yeah fuck no, I boycotted his books from our store and found other authors to recommend. Also 10 years and we haven't even got a sniff about its progress? That's lazy if you ask me.
@@Bgh583 Your loss 🤷♀️. Also, I suggest either researching the average time it takes to write an epic length novel, or write one yourself, before you get too self righteous about Pat's process ✨✨🤞
I've been so excited to hear anything from book 3. And then he started reading the prologue and I stopped the video. From the first 20ish seconds of reading I remembered just how beautifully pats work is and frankly I want to preserve it until I can wring it for every drop of love he's put into it. I can't wait to get my hands on this!
Aaand then you remember this is nearly the same prologue as in the other 2 books before. It sounds nice, yes. Maybe because it's 95% of the prologues that came before 😂
Im so friggin stoked to watch and listen to this! Thank you for this Patrick! As a loyal fan it is greatly appreciated. Take your time and make the book your way!
@@nilricci4835 I think you're right. I mean it's 95% the same as the prologues before, sooo let's hope he didn't just change some words in all these years.
The cadence was off? The cadence was OFF? Pat's prose is easily one of the best I've ever read. His word choice and lyricism is just a joy to read, and its sad to hear him being so hard on himself. That said, it's also probably why he's so damn good at writing.
I know, this absolutely blew my mind when he said it... I watched the stream and started crying when he was reading it... my god his cadence was amazing. I would be afraid and excited to hear what a good cadence would sound like to him.
I mean the way he talks about book 3 and all of his plans makes me think he is writing something and or has a good amount done. People are a bit rabid for book 3 but it’s the capstone to the world he built, I understand how hard it is to be happy with the final touches. Honestly anything he writes I’m happy about regardless if it’s kingkiller or not. Man’s got a gift for writing sentences that sound phenomenal and paint such nice pictures
I found NoTW while on duty way back when it first came out. I stayed up 2 days to read it. I have rea-read several times since then. While I am frustrated about the wait I do understand. I too can be patient as a stone.
Thankyou for sharing with us. I am waiting with baited breath for book three, although my favorite words of yours that i have had the pleasure of reading are those where you talk of your boys in The Narrow Road Between Desires, the authors endnote. As a parent, I resonated with it. As a reader, I have AMPLE grace to wait for you to give the world the Doors of Stone that you deserve to release.
I've been reading and re-reading your books every year, just started reading again and somehow TH-cam knew to add this to my recommends. There is no other fantasy that makes my imagination swirl like these books, even though i know the steps and high points already, it is like returning to a favorite spot to take another tiny taste of your favorite food. Thank You.
I started listening to these books while I was playing World of Warcraft one day, it was 1 in the morning and TH-cam threw me a bootleg upload of name of the wind. I listened for probably 5 hours the first night and then the next day at my manufacturing job I subscribed to audible and bought the book. Its been months now but I've re-listened to both books 4 or 5 times and I love every bit of them, my headphones never come off when I'm at work. Thanks Mr. Rothfuss and the crazy TH-cam algorithm.
The Q&A was incredible and that reading… holy guacamole it transported me into a different dimension. I kinda forgot where I was after listening. Amazing.
When I seen him crumple it up and throw it over his shoulder, I had an image in my head where the camera panned out and there lay the entire book crumpled in a pile. For some reason I don’t find that to be too far off. If only someone would uncrumple the pages and put them into the correct order we would have the book. I’m all for taking your time to make it the best book as possible but I think he’s being way too over critical and doesn’t like 1 single page, paragraph or maybe even a sentence anymore. We all believe in you Pat and know you will deliver a great book but there just has to be a point where you click send and put it into the world. We will love you no matter what. You can never make everyone happy no matter how hard you try. Sometimes you just have to hit send and get out of our head and know ot was right to do…… I hope that makes sense somewhat and wasn’t completely nonsensical.
I have tears in my eyes, instantly transported back into the world of this series. This is so beautiful Pat and it was so good to hear the first page read for the first time in your voice!! Thank you for sharing!! 🙏🏻💫🙏🏻🙌
Dear Patrick, I'm a fan from the beginning. Got your books in english and german as I'm from Austria and I hold them and your story dear. You've woven so many strands of characters into such a rich and colourful world I couldn't help but fall in love with it. What struck a cold fear into my heart when I finished the second book was my inability to see how you could bring the story to an end with only one book left to go. It wouldn't be the first time a triology became a quadrilogy and was the better of it (looking at you Christopher Paolini). It would be a shame if your beautiful story would end up forced into a quick end and those strands clipped off too soon just to be able to deliver the "whole" story in - only - a third book. Maybe it takes some of the pressure off of your back, when you have time to finish your story in four or maybe five books? Love and all the best, Roland
I just requested a refund for book 1 and 2 on audible. Will re-purchase after 3 is released. IF book 3 gets released. It's like paying for a 3 course meal at a great restaurant--but dessert is held back. 11 years later you get a postcard from the restaurant with a picture of a pie.
I just want to know if Haliax shaped his own name, if Selitos shaped his name or simply saw the truth. Or if Lyra did it when she called him back, by changing and shaping his nature or elsewhere.
You think maybe Selitos just saw the truth (his power of vision...) and that Cinder was the one that betrayed Myr Tariniel? Maybe a subjet of Selitos that went rogue? That could explain that he became the Cthae and he says that Cinder tricked him in the past
@@Manuel66880 I don't think so, imo I think Bast can be trusted when he says Haliax talked to the Chthay Before it burned, and to what purpose does Selitos if he is the Cthay have if Bast is right and the Chthay leads only to tragedy. What's more Haliax says to Cinder "Who protects you from the Amyr, The Singers, The Sithe?" I believe the Chthay predates the fall of Myr and that the chandreon or at least Haliax and Cinder have.
@@ChekkoVisban Maybe all the chandrean wisited Chateau one and they kind of gathered together. What if Lanre gathers those who talked with Chateau in one band... And Kvothe is one of them now, but refused to join Lanre?
it was a silence of 3 parts, the third silence was the silence of the third book not being released. The most obvious part was a vast echoing quiet made by things that were lacking.
Thank you so much for sharing the prologue with us! It's really great to hear you read out loud. I'm obsessed with the first two books and I'm so excited to read the third book! Keep up the great work. :) I'm a very very happy fan.
I hope everyone realizes at least I think the silence is growing through the books like I think its becoming a problem not just an explaination, at least I think.
This is something completely new. But it takes me back. I read Name of the Wind as a freshman in high school, and this still calls back to then for me. I've missed his writing.
Jeez it’s been so long I forget almost everything that happened in the first 2 books lol. Soon as we are a couple months away from a release date I’ll have to re-read them
That's what I'm thinking, but I'm also not holding my breath. Been almost 10 years. It seems He's trying to hold out for TV show/ movie deals before he gives us anything.
@@PirateNikki damn that kind of makes sense lol. From this video it feels like he is really trying to perfect it so it could still be a long time but hopefully he is almost done
I love the way this guy writes. That sums up everything i like about the guy. He haggles for money for his "Worldbuilder" funds constantly, that has zero transparancy . For all we know every dollar he gets is a dollar in his own pocket. He is so full of himself just because he wrote two good books. Keeps talking smack about his fans that are just curious about the progress. What is to like about him...
Hell Yeah Bring this on!!! It was a silence of three parts has alawys been epic. The third silence is pure poetry. I don't care who you are the name of wind is true fantasy. As a writer myself I know it takes a long time to get a book just right. Oh and Brandon Sanderson just wrote four no five books in the last two years. What the heck man. Rothfuss and Sanderson are epic and amazing in my opinion. Two of the best fantasy writers now. Oh and Rothfuss childrens book is creepy cool. So awesome. Can't wait for the 3rd book, sooo ready.
Damnit Pat... how is it that you keep me caring... Keep doing you man. Creativity can't be rushed. I've been disappointed that the third book hasn't been published, but that is a me problem... Hope you enjoy your process and your own writing. That is a reward in itself. Your prose is beautiful. Thank you for taking the time.
Your reading of the first page gave me goosebumps. I’m patiently waiting to read the rest of the book. I love your response regarding themes in the novel. I gave up studying literature because I disliked analysing the author’s intent. I always felt that the author’s intention was to write a good story and it was pointless trying to assign a deeper meaning to their words.
I had literal goddamn chills listening to that. This is why I don't care that it's been a decade. It's worth taking the time to do things in their proper way.
Here's the real reason why book three is taking forever to release! And, this is clear just by reading book 1 and book 2. The reason why book 3 is taking forever to release is because there's just too much content that needs to be covered before the story can end. For the story to end, the protagonist in the past has to have A LOT OF EXPERIENCES (experiences that have been mentioned in the present), and then Rothfuss needs to wrap up the present. Since Rothfuss needs to cover so much material in a single novel, he's obviously struggling. He should have just stretched the story into 4 books or more.
Take your time, Mr. Rothfuss, because a genius of your magnitude deserves and needs time. Let me tell you why I think so : I tend to be a pretentious reader that chooses to read literature exclusively from latin languages such as french or spanish. I have analyzed many languages and i have deduced that the true beauty of literature can be reflected with much more clarity and vivacity in latin languages, for they are inherently esthetic. Yet, few english authors, such as Ghibran proved me wrong. They knew how to craft a beautiful sentence with rich allegories and immersive metaphors of such exquisite beauty that I lose myself within. You count amongst them. And in fact, unlike them, you also master the beauty of the content rather than only mastering the beauty of the form. Not only is the story so well crafted, you also present it with such an exquisite take on english language mingled with a crude and realistic dialogue and with hints of philosophy and even poetry, that I ponder how such a mind works and thinks. Take your time, and enjoy every second of the process of writing this book. You are excellent, nothing less and everything more.
Robert Jordan churned out The Wheel of Time with no more than 2 years between books. Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive is on a 3 year cycle; books 2-5 and those are over 1100 pages. His overall works, he's been putting out content either every year or every other year since 05. It's been over a decade for both Martin and Pat. At this point there's ZERO excuse. I don't know what Pat's been doing, but I've come to terms with the fact that Song of Ice & Fire will never be finished. Oh we'll definitely get Winds of Winter but why should Martin have any motivation when HBO is throwing him money for prequels, he's writing prequels, and From Software has him co-writing the entire Elden Ring franchise.
Telling an author who has not published anything in almost 11 years to take his time borders on unhealthy enabling and is not helpful at all. He will continue to take his time anyway. Getting a super short prologue also doesn’t prove that the book is coming out anytime soon, or at all. George RR. Martin published several chapter of Winds of Winter and we are still waiting.
I wish I could write as well as Patrick. I just write the story out, but my words never approach art. I wish he hadn't crumpled up the prologue. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Thank you for reading the prologue. Congratulations on achieving your goal!!! Those kids in need will certainly benefit from this great cause!! Thank you for what you do
I honestly don’t care how long it takes him to finish the book. It was so much fun to read, so intricate, and the variety of words that he chooses make almost every page fun, or gripping, or interesting. I am not a huge fan of the way he wrote Denna, but at one point, Denna says something to K like “I’m lucky if I even get to spend a few minutes with you.” And that’s how I feel. I am so lucky to get to own Name of the Wind and The Wise Man’s Fear. I have both books in Portuguese, and I just enjoyed the heck out of them. Even the choice of paper and the texture of the covers is just brilliant. You can’t rush something like that, and even if he never finishes the series, I will glad that I got to spend even a few minutes with his words. Thank you Mr. Rothfuss!
Patrick, you're a genius! Please take as much time as needed so we can have the book you've been dreaming about and working towards for the past few decades... When it comes, it'll be worth the wait!
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he specifically says the inn was DESIGNED by Kvothe...right after talking about copper locks and grey stones. I'm pretty sure this man has a masterplan behind it all.
It will serve as a binding jail for the Chandrian or some other enemy he has made. Hes been planting info here and there in the world that only the knowledgeble enough can get, to chart his location. ..or not lol.
THE DOORS OF STONE ARE UNDERNEATH THE INN!!
That and the fact that he knows (at least at some point before the narrations starts) the name of Copper+Stone, im pretty sure the walls are made of that materials
Don’t forget the “brass threads” tying everything together. I don’t think that was a metaphor I think that was physically something bounding the “silence” together
@@brasilogiatrivial8656 this would make a lot of sense considering he name dropped the Chandrian to chronicler. Maybe he is killing two birds with one stone by telling his story and baiting the 7 into his inn
One sentence from the prologue and I instantly remembered why I fell in love with his books. Simply brilliant.
Tako je🙌
So simple yet so beautiful
"the flower-cut sound of a man who is waiting to die.", that got me hooked
Dude.. Really? Lol same shit, different title. Great job trying to kiss his ass. Even with the money he made from doing this, he won't use that material and won't write the book. There are rumors coming from within his family ties that mention he is not interested in finishing it, but just milking every opportunity he can. I can stand behind it cuz I have heard it from his inner circle directly
Can't wait! Writing fantasy inspired from it now... what else can I do?!?
Cobblestone steps sat crooked and disheveled along the path. I wondered how merchants ever managed to take their wagons this way.
I was guiding the ranchers daughter back home. She couldn’t have been older than ten. “How much further?”, she questioned. “Shouldn’t be more than another mile or so.” I was taking her to a friend of mine, a safe haven. Someone to look after her. She had gotten lost after guardsmen attacked her family’s fields. Her father hadn’t been home and she barely escaped the fire. I found her later that night, crying on the side of the road. Her entire family was missing.
I must have been distracted, there was a shrill sound nearby.. almost like something sharp was dropped. A sword scratching the ground. I was probably just paranoid... it had been a long day. “It doesn't make sense... why would guardsmen burn your fields?”, I exclaimed. She didn't answer for a moment. “...I don’t know. They used to be friendly and helped us anytime they were around. But.. something changed awhile ago. Their armor looked bruised and battered, they started demanding payment for our protection.” “It’s almost as if-“, she was cut off suddenly.
Turning around, I saw a knife held to her throat.
Continued: creativecontentcody.blogspot.com/2024/02/cobblestone-chapter-1.html
Gonna have to listen again for as soon as I heard, 'Silence of three parts' part, I did that nervous excitement laughter thing all the way through...
Same!!!! Goosebumps everywhere
At this point the overhype has died been buries dug up too be studied then buried then dug up to be burned then dug up to be consumed then we get the 1st fkn page and I'm supposed to care lmaao. Nah. Already said all set with this one
So does this mean that its almost ready to be published
@@leahstevens2501 means he's written the first page
@@leahstevens2501 no. It means he's only begun writing it. Wait another 10 years and we might get a chapter out of him.
His first book made me fall in love with reading and the second book just strengthened it. I pray for book 3 soon. The world needs it
Same here. I Never loved any book before this series
Can't believe this was 2 years ago now, hopefully he finds some motivation and love for writing again.
Ive been waiting so long im crying just from hearing page 1.
Was waiting for this, unable to catch it live. Thanks for uploading!
My blood was pulsing listening to him read. Beautiful.
I honestly hope it was, man. Means you're healthy and well 😅
I love how he crumpled up and tossed the hard copy of the Prologue. I can almost picture Kvothe doing the same with his first attempts at the biography.
My heart almost literally stopped when he did that lol
Doesn't have the same feeling for me when it's been a decade in the making. It feels sad, and I certainly hope this wasn't his first attempt.
Exactly this
Are you sure it is a biography??? Hehehehe
Pretty sure it's done on purpose. And him taking forever to finish writing a book only makes sense, to me
I didn't realize how much i missed the Silence of Three Parts. Keep refining and tempering your tale. It will be a tool to forge memories for the ages. i'm gonna have to go re-read the first two books when i finish WOT.
I was thinking the same thing. Rereading WOT on book 5 now
Friend, he doesn't really need an encouragement about taking time. really :)
@@mattwylie6651 what is WOT? I'm very curious if it's a book series because I definitely want in.
@@DeamImpirius He is talking about Wheel of Time series
@@DeamImpirius dont lad
I’ve made a late arrival to this universe and I think I’m somewhat grateful for my tardiness. If I’d read this back in 2011 only to wait 11 years to get to today with no part three… all I can say is I hope it’s close ❤
just finnsihed 2... how much longer *crying*
Love all of your work. Thank you for everything you do. Keep up the great work!
11 years and the man has finally completed the prologue
And he throws it away xD
@@ItsWhiteFang 😂
And he hadn't to do much for it. You realise, that the prologue in all the books are always nearly the same? Nearly word by word?
@@Dunie11 exactly
Another 150years and his grandchildren MIGHT release the full book
The thing I love most about Patricks writing is how much attention he gives to small detailes and actions that are not necessarily important for the plot. Like many writers just seem to be wanting to get to the exciting part and everything happens for a reason to get the plot going. In the Kingkiller chronicles however everything, even the non plot-related actions and deep character and relationship building are cautiously taken care of, which account for deep and multifaceted characters and makes every part of the story, every single sentence a joy to read.
I love his way of writing and his way with words that makes you savour every single piece you read.
So I understand why book 3 is taking him so long, great work takes great time. Keep going!!!
This series always ignites my love of reading, even in my deepest depression. I have never read more beautifully written books :’)
Just like the rest of Pats's writing, this was even better the second time I heard it.
it took 10 years to write that page. this book is going to be a masterpiece.
and the third!
I can't wait to play gta6, and read this book
If I live that long
My life is on pause until I finish this video
Same
Same
@@clifftaylor3295 I’ve already typed out every word and printed it. Lol
@@lovelyzen223 Pats writing is the bomb
Absolute perfection, things like this remind me why it takes so long to write a masterpiece
Definitely worth the wait! I’m gonna reread the books to refresh! I hope to someday meet in person my favorite Author!!
Don't speak too soon. Book 2 was heavily criticized because the level decreased a bit. Let's see if these 10 years were worth the waiting
And you do realise, that this prologue is nearly the same as the prologue in the first book? So he didn't change much.
@@Dunie11 the ability to speak does not make you intelligent
@@quikheet Woah ok calm down. I just hope that this isn't alle he did write in the last years, because I love the first two books.
Your writing is exquisite. That's what makes this eternal task of waiting for the 3rd book in your series a bit much.
That first page gave me shivers. Your writing has always been a huge inspiration for me, maybe someday I will try my hand at storytelling. Very excited to read book three once it is ready.
I was going to say the same. It seems silly but this reminded me how beautiful his writting is and how much his style feels like perfect poetry and nostalgia. 20 seconds in and I'm crying. Cannot wait.
Why wait? Just put pen to paper! Better to do it badly (at first) than not at all :)
I probably shouldn't be advertising another author on this channel, but if you want to read a series of books that has very similar writing to Pat, check out the Monstrumologist series by Rick Yancey. To this day, I still feel it has the greatest prose out of any book I ever read. For real, check them out. Whenever I get in a discussion about prose I always mention Pat, and the Monstrumologist series by Rick Yancey.
If you have audible I recommend the audiobooks, as the narrator does a great job.
EDIT: The second book in the series, the Curse of the Wendigo, probably has the best prose out of the 4 books. It's supposedly a YA series, but it is pretty dark and gory. Especially the last book. So don't let that stop you
@@self-righteousideologue9398 Damn was excited but its horror and I don't handle horror well (unless its comedy-horror :/)
@@EsquilaxM- I'd give it a shot. It's a good read. The characters are extremely well written, and like I said, it's up there for best prose I've read. But it's your call, of course. 🙃
Wait, what??!!! Stop everything, this is getting real
To me, Patrick's books are the best ones ever written. I got chills and tears just hearing Pat read it. Amazing work. Incredibly slow... but the best work one could ever hope for.
By slow are you referring to the pacing or the release date? I'm a bit confused sorry
@@juliall255 I am referring to the pace at which he is writing (the writing itself is flawless, pacing and all). I often compare him to Robin Hobb as I feel she often gets close to his level of quality, but at a much faster rate of writing. Yet still, no matter how slow, it is worth the wait in the end.
@@ovidiunicolaetuca9312 100% agree. Sadly true genius takes time but it's so worth it
In case anyone's wondering, the reading starts at 2:00.
I sell books in a bookstore (and am an author myself), and several times a week I recommend Pat's books with passionate joy. Sometimes I open NOTW and read some customer that line about "the cut-flower sound of a man waiting to die" and if they don't immediately love it, I know I have nothing to recommend for them as we have vastly different taste. Love this writing to my very core 💖
That's awesome!!!! One of my favorite lines, too. I love recommending that book!
Hey! That's amazing! You do your job an incredible place! Keep doing!
A person at a bookstore recommended these books to me a little over a month ago and I am so so happy to have read them
As a man that worked in a bookstore and lived that life, I could never recommend pats book , I love his work but the way he has treated his fans. Yeah fuck no, I boycotted his books from our store and found other authors to recommend. Also 10 years and we haven't even got a sniff about its progress? That's lazy if you ask me.
@@Bgh583 Your loss 🤷♀️. Also, I suggest either researching the average time it takes to write an epic length novel, or write one yourself, before you get too self righteous about Pat's process ✨✨🤞
If there had been sequels... but no, of course there were no sequels, and so the silence remained.
I've been so excited to hear anything from book 3. And then he started reading the prologue and I stopped the video. From the first 20ish seconds of reading I remembered just how beautifully pats work is and frankly I want to preserve it until I can wring it for every drop of love he's put into it. I can't wait to get my hands on this!
Bwhaha, I just did the same thing and then came down here to comments. Too funny. You're not alone.
Aaand then you remember this is nearly the same prologue as in the other 2 books before. It sounds nice, yes. Maybe because it's 95% of the prologues that came before 😂
Thank you for uploading this! The hype is real!
I love how I found Pat from Crit Role and loved his characters then only to discover his books!!
i think thats how i found him and kvothe too. sometimes i feel like the king killer chronicles just fell into my life.
That's so cool!
Is there a chandelier in the building?
Im so friggin stoked to watch and listen to this! Thank you for this Patrick! As a loyal fan it is greatly appreciated. Take your time and make the book your way!
Gracias por subirlo!!! Por favor, cuando lea el primer capitulo subilo también!!
HOLY FUCK!!!!!! This had me almost crying damn I love his writing, he is SO freaking good at it! Here's to hoping we get Doors of Stone in 2022
this prologue was probably made in 2012 ;)
And the book will be released in 2032 :)
@@nilricci4835 I think you're right. I mean it's 95% the same as the prologues before, sooo let's hope he didn't just change some words in all these years.
Ну в 2022 не вийшла)
@@vlaDick--Чувак, я вже задовбався чекати, де бляха ці двері з каменю😡
Reading or listening to the prologue always give me shivering, love that, thanks !
The cadence was off? The cadence was OFF? Pat's prose is easily one of the best I've ever read. His word choice and lyricism is just a joy to read, and its sad to hear him being so hard on himself. That said, it's also probably why he's so damn good at writing.
I know, this absolutely blew my mind when he said it... I watched the stream and started crying when he was reading it... my god his cadence was amazing. I would be afraid and excited to hear what a good cadence would sound like to him.
It was pretty good. I can see what he was getting at, it could be tightened. He has such an amazing way of setting a scene and his standards are high.
Oh my god, when he said that my initial thought was "no WONDER it's taking so long if he thought THAT was off!!!" the man is a perfectionist lol
You always hear people who couldn't write a menu at a burger joint criticizing the best writing of this century.
It is an amazing amazing and poetic peace because Pat is an amazing writer
The fourth silence is the release date.
I usually ignore the impatient comments but this was hilarious
Lol you win 🤣
I mean the way he talks about book 3 and all of his plans makes me think he is writing something and or has a good amount done. People are a bit rabid for book 3 but it’s the capstone to the world he built, I understand how hard it is to be happy with the final touches. Honestly anything he writes I’m happy about regardless if it’s kingkiller or not. Man’s got a gift for writing sentences that sound phenomenal and paint such nice pictures
I found NoTW while on duty way back when it first came out. I stayed up 2 days to read it. I have rea-read several times since then. While I am frustrated about the wait I do understand. I too can be patient as a stone.
Thankyou for sharing with us. I am waiting with baited breath for book three, although my favorite words of yours that i have had the pleasure of reading are those where you talk of your boys in The Narrow Road Between Desires, the authors endnote. As a parent, I resonated with it. As a reader, I have AMPLE grace to wait for you to give the world the Doors of Stone that you deserve to release.
I've been reading and re-reading your books every year, just started reading again and somehow TH-cam knew to add this to my recommends. There is no other fantasy that makes my imagination swirl like these books, even though i know the steps and high points already, it is like returning to a favorite spot to take another tiny taste of your favorite food. Thank You.
I started listening to these books while I was playing World of Warcraft one day, it was 1 in the morning and TH-cam threw me a bootleg upload of name of the wind. I listened for probably 5 hours the first night and then the next day at my manufacturing job I subscribed to audible and bought the book. Its been months now but I've re-listened to both books 4 or 5 times and I love every bit of them, my headphones never come off when I'm at work. Thanks Mr. Rothfuss and the crazy TH-cam algorithm.
Thank you, Sir! Your stories and storytelling are such a beautiful blessing!
The Q&A was incredible and that reading… holy guacamole it transported me into a different dimension. I kinda forgot where I was after listening. Amazing.
When I seen him crumple it up and throw it over his shoulder, I had an image in my head where the camera panned out and there lay the entire book crumpled in a pile. For some reason I don’t find that to be too far off. If only someone would uncrumple the pages and put them into the correct order we would have the book. I’m all for taking your time to make it the best book as possible but I think he’s being way too over critical and doesn’t like 1 single page, paragraph or maybe even a sentence anymore. We all believe in you Pat and know you will deliver a great book but there just has to be a point where you click send and put it into the world. We will love you no matter what. You can never make everyone happy no matter how hard you try. Sometimes you just have to hit send and get out of our head and know ot was right to do…… I hope that makes sense somewhat and wasn’t completely nonsensical.
I have tears in my eyes, instantly transported back into the world of this series. This is so beautiful Pat and it was so good to hear the first page read for the first time in your voice!! Thank you for sharing!! 🙏🏻💫🙏🏻🙌
Dear Patrick, I'm a fan from the beginning. Got your books in english and german as I'm from Austria and I hold them and your story dear. You've woven so many strands of characters into such a rich and colourful world I couldn't help but fall in love with it. What struck a cold fear into my heart when I finished the second book was my inability to see how you could bring the story to an end with only one book left to go. It wouldn't be the first time a triology became a quadrilogy and was the better of it (looking at you Christopher Paolini). It would be a shame if your beautiful story would end up forced into a quick end and those strands clipped off too soon just to be able to deliver the "whole" story in - only - a third book. Maybe it takes some of the pressure off of your back, when you have time to finish your story in four or maybe five books? Love and all the best, Roland
Absolute chills hearing you read that, Pat!
Anyone else get shivers when he said "prologue"?
I've come back to listen again. The imagery quietens my thoughts. Thank you
Thinking about you, Rothfuss. Hope you had a good day!
Prologue Starts - 2:00
Doing god's work
U are a non cape hero
I just requested a refund for book 1 and 2 on audible. Will re-purchase after 3 is released. IF book 3 gets released. It's like paying for a 3 course meal at a great restaurant--but dessert is held back. 11 years later you get a postcard from the restaurant with a picture of a pie.
Chills. I'm excited for more whenever it comes!
this is why it takes this man so long, beautiful
I just want to know if Haliax shaped his own name, if Selitos shaped his name or simply saw the truth. Or if Lyra did it when she called him back, by changing and shaping his nature or elsewhere.
You think maybe Selitos just saw the truth (his power of vision...) and that Cinder was the one that betrayed Myr Tariniel? Maybe a subjet of Selitos that went rogue? That could explain that he became the Cthae and he says that Cinder tricked him in the past
@@Manuel66880 I don't think so, imo I think Bast can be trusted when he says Haliax talked to the Chthay Before it burned, and to what purpose does Selitos if he is the Cthay have if Bast is right and the Chthay leads only to tragedy. What's more Haliax says to Cinder "Who protects you from the Amyr, The Singers, The Sithe?" I believe the Chthay predates the fall of Myr and that the chandreon or at least Haliax and Cinder have.
@@ChekkoVisban Maybe all the chandrean wisited Chateau one and they kind of gathered together. What if Lanre gathers those who talked with Chateau in one band... And Kvothe is one of them now, but refused to join Lanre?
@@alekseyvinogradov6728 Not to say too much, but I feel like Tehlu's story might have a bit more to do with it than that.
May all your stories be glad ones, and your roads be smooth and short🥲
it was a silence of 3 parts, the third silence was the silence of the third book not being released. The most obvious part was a vast echoing quiet made by things that were lacking.
Thank you so much for this! And thank you for the wonderful charity work! This wager has been super fun! Thank you, thank you, thank you.
This is huge. I love your writing, man. You have inspired me to begin writing my own story and I cannot wait to read the third book.
Thank you so much for sharing the prologue with us! It's really great to hear you read out loud. I'm obsessed with the first two books and I'm so excited to read the third book! Keep up the great work. :) I'm a very very happy fan.
As much as I hate waiting......I appreciate how much time you are giving this book. Thank you so much.
I can't believe this!!!
I never knew how much I wanted this, until he started reading the prologue!
I hope everyone realizes at least I think the silence is growing through the books like I think its becoming a problem not just an explaination, at least I think.
Can not wait for this book!!! No pressure, just excited!!
Peace and wholeness fam
This is something completely new. But it takes me back. I read Name of the Wind as a freshman in high school, and this still calls back to then for me. I've missed his writing.
Hey pat, hope you are doing well...i love your books and am eagerly looking forward the doors of stone
999 pages to go.
Jeez it’s been so long I forget almost everything that happened in the first 2 books lol. Soon as we are a couple months away from a release date I’ll have to re-read them
That's what I'm thinking, but I'm also not holding my breath. Been almost 10 years.
It seems He's trying to hold out for TV show/ movie deals before he gives us anything.
@@PirateNikki damn that kind of makes sense lol. From this video it feels like he is really trying to perfect it so it could still be a long time but hopefully he is almost done
Pat!!! How I have missed your writing!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!!!! Omg all kinds of things just from this!!!!!
Oh Pat! You are a gift to humanity. Thank you!
Really waiting for book 3 in Argentina! My family and I love your writing !!!
Literally crying. “The patient cut flower sound of a man waiting to die”
Title should be: Pat Rothfuss Reads the whole Doors of Stone-manuscript he has written so far...
You’re stories helped me escape Prison for a moment every time I read it. 🥺 Thank you
I love the way this guy writes. That sums up everything i like about the guy. He haggles for money for his "Worldbuilder" funds constantly, that has zero transparancy . For all we know every dollar he gets is a dollar in his own pocket. He is so full of himself just because he wrote two good books. Keeps talking smack about his fans that are just curious about the progress. What is to like about him...
Elodin is Taborlin and he is known as Remmen in the fae, and he is Bast's father, he already met with Auri. That makes sense.
Hell Yeah Bring this on!!! It was a silence of three parts has alawys been epic. The third silence is pure poetry. I don't care who you are the name of wind is true fantasy. As a writer myself I know it takes a long time to get a book just right. Oh and Brandon Sanderson just wrote four no five books in the last two years. What the heck man. Rothfuss and Sanderson are epic and amazing in my opinion. Two of the best fantasy writers now. Oh and Rothfuss childrens book is creepy cool. So awesome. Can't wait for the 3rd book, sooo ready.
Damnit Pat... how is it that you keep me caring...
Keep doing you man. Creativity can't be rushed.
I've been disappointed that the third book hasn't been published, but that is a me problem... Hope you enjoy your process and your own writing. That is a reward in itself.
Your prose is beautiful. Thank you for taking the time.
Your reading of the first page gave me goosebumps. I’m patiently waiting to read the rest of the book. I love your response regarding themes in the novel. I gave up studying literature because I disliked analysing the author’s intent. I always felt that the author’s intention was to write a good story and it was pointless trying to assign a deeper meaning to their words.
So exciting! Can't wait for the book! Congratulations on reaching your goal for children. Thank you!❤
2:05 is when he starts reading
oh my god I just reread book 2 and then had something sad happen in my life. This is exactly what I need. Thank you so much
Thank you for all that you've given us, Patrick!
I had literal goddamn chills listening to that. This is why I don't care that it's been a decade. It's worth taking the time to do things in their proper way.
YES! Finally something's rollin'! That's the good stuff.
Here's the real reason why book three is taking forever to release!
And, this is clear just by reading book 1 and book 2. The reason why book 3 is taking forever to release is because there's just too much content that needs to be covered before the story can end. For the story to end, the protagonist in the past has to have A LOT OF EXPERIENCES (experiences that have been mentioned in the present), and then Rothfuss needs to wrap up the present.
Since Rothfuss needs to cover so much material in a single novel, he's obviously struggling. He should have just stretched the story into 4 books or more.
Take your time, Mr. Rothfuss, because a genius of your magnitude deserves and needs time.
Let me tell you why I think so : I tend to be a pretentious reader that chooses to read literature exclusively from latin languages such as french or spanish. I have analyzed many languages and i have deduced that the true beauty of literature can be reflected with much more clarity and vivacity in latin languages, for they are inherently esthetic. Yet, few english authors, such as Ghibran proved me wrong. They knew how to craft a beautiful sentence with rich allegories and immersive metaphors of such exquisite beauty that I lose myself within.
You count amongst them. And in fact, unlike them, you also master the beauty of the content rather than only mastering the beauty of the form.
Not only is the story so well crafted, you also present it with such an exquisite take on english language mingled with a crude and realistic dialogue and with hints of philosophy and even poetry, that I ponder how such a mind works and thinks.
Take your time, and enjoy every second of the process of writing this book.
You are excellent, nothing less and everything more.
Robert Jordan churned out The Wheel of Time with no more than 2 years between books. Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive is on a 3 year cycle; books 2-5 and those are over 1100 pages. His overall works, he's been putting out content either every year or every other year since 05.
It's been over a decade for both Martin and Pat. At this point there's ZERO excuse. I don't know what Pat's been doing, but I've come to terms with the fact that Song of Ice & Fire will never be finished. Oh we'll definitely get Winds of Winter but why should Martin have any motivation when HBO is throwing him money for prequels, he's writing prequels, and From Software has him co-writing the entire Elden Ring franchise.
Telling an author who has not published anything in almost 11 years to take his time borders on unhealthy enabling and is not helpful at all. He will continue to take his time anyway. Getting a super short prologue also doesn’t prove that the book is coming out anytime soon, or at all. George RR. Martin published several chapter of Winds of Winter and we are still waiting.
That felt like slipping into warm nostalgia
Listening to the prologue alone I am sure that this book is worth wait.
Love the first 2 books! Absolutely fire
I wish I could write as well as Patrick. I just write the story out, but my words never approach art. I wish he hadn't crumpled up the prologue. Thank you for sharing this with us.
My heart is so happy, thank you (my 7 words).
I'm literally crying tears I've grown up with this series and I've been waiting for years for this book
Prepare to wait even longer!
Watched it live and had to come back for seconds!!
love seeing you this relaxed, happy, and excited about your writing - we all are too :)
Thank you for reading the prologue. Congratulations on achieving your goal!!! Those kids in need will certainly benefit from this great cause!! Thank you for what you do
I closed my eyes and just drifted. Amazing. I cannot wait.
I honestly don’t care how long it takes him to finish the book. It was so much fun to read, so intricate, and the variety of words that he chooses make almost every page fun, or gripping, or interesting. I am not a huge fan of the way he wrote Denna, but at one point, Denna says something to K like “I’m lucky if I even get to spend a few minutes with you.” And that’s how I feel. I am so lucky to get to own Name of the Wind and The Wise Man’s Fear. I have both books in Portuguese, and I just enjoyed the heck out of them. Even the choice of paper and the texture of the covers is just brilliant. You can’t rush something like that, and even if he never finishes the series, I will glad that I got to spend even a few minutes with his words. Thank you Mr. Rothfuss!
Patrick, you're a genius! Please take as much time as needed so we can have the book you've been dreaming about and working towards for the past few decades... When it comes, it'll be worth the wait!
11 years is more than enough
@@EhudJonathan exactly. Too damn long. This book better be one of the best stories written by mankind...or else
Good for us and good for you. So excited to hear that cut-flower sound once more!