Timestamps: 0:00 Start 4:59 Subverting Tropes and Writing First Law (First Law Spoilers) 10:05 Writing Minor Characters "The Little People" 15:26 Writing Battle Sequences and Historical Research 21:16 Technological Progression in First Law and Big Themes 31:23 Morally Gray Characters and Their Arcs (Age of Madness Spoilers) 41:14 Recurring Phrases, Themes and Characters in First Law 53:44 Working with Curious King on The First Law 1:03:32 Surprises about Being an Author and the Editing Process 1:19:04 Inspiration and Writing of The Devils 1:26:11 The Future of The First Law Universe I'm not sure why, but the timestamps aren't translating to the bottom of the video! Since this is a wide ranging interview there are a few spoilers for different series and we have tried to include those below for people haven't read his books and who want to avoid them. There are minor details talked about throughout, but the big spoilers are in the sections labeled (Subverting Tropes and Writing First Law and Morally Gray Characters and Their Arcs)
Great chat, I always like to listen to Joe talk, I do wish interviewers would listen to previous interviews and try not to ask too many of the same questions, Joe has the same answer to several of the questions I have now heard 4/5 times.
When Joe puts out a new book, I don’t care what I’m doing or reading at the time, it stops & I start his book! The First Law world is incredible. One of my favorite series out there, hopefully it continues with The Devils.
This was such an engaging interview and I loved the in depth questions. Also Joe’s office / library is very enviable. Well done gents! Also thank you for the giveaway opportunity! 😈
I really loved Joe's 'The Shattered Sea' YA series. It has his tightest writing, and proved that even working within that genre frame he could tone down the violence and language and still deliver an exiting, dark and intensely emotional tale. I think a lot of fans sleep on those books, but I honestly enjoyed that trilogy more than AGE OF MADNESS.
Thank you so incredibly much- I love hearing directly from authors and more about them & personally! He is such an incredible writer & I can’t wait for the Devils!
Appreciate you taking the time to put this together. As a relatively new born again reader, all 3 of you have had an impact on the last 18 months of my life.
I have been waiting (impatiently) for this interview for 24 hours since Anthony made mention of it in his email, and it was absolutely superb. I could listen to an interview with Joe all day long. Such an awesome author whose works, thankfully, are receiving the CK touch. Beautiful editions of outstanding books. So interesting to hear about how he began as an author.
The way I yelped when I saw this. This man has me in a chokehold for his books, his interviews and any sort of media he publishes. I would kill for most of his characters if they don’t kill me first
I love Joe Abercrombie’s personality and he seems like my kinda fella. I love his books more than anyone’s - personally my favorite writer. I think it’s wild and awesome that this major writer is in this small, growing, channel.
Thanks! Anthony who co-hosted this interview has published his books under the Curious King imprint, so that was the real initial connection, couldn't have done it without him and Joe was extremely generous with his time!
I’m a simple man. I see a Joe Abercrombie interview, I click.
Haha, I don't blame you!
That’s all we need to know!
I've come for the ARC giveaway, but stayed for this great interview! Love listening to Abercrombie's wit and wisdom!
Timestamps:
0:00 Start
4:59 Subverting Tropes and Writing First Law (First Law Spoilers)
10:05 Writing Minor Characters "The Little People"
15:26 Writing Battle Sequences and Historical Research
21:16 Technological Progression in First Law and Big Themes
31:23 Morally Gray Characters and Their Arcs (Age of Madness Spoilers)
41:14 Recurring Phrases, Themes and Characters in First Law
53:44 Working with Curious King on The First Law
1:03:32 Surprises about Being an Author and the Editing Process
1:19:04 Inspiration and Writing of The Devils
1:26:11 The Future of The First Law Universe
I'm not sure why, but the timestamps aren't translating to the bottom of the video!
Since this is a wide ranging interview there are a few spoilers for different series and we have tried to include those below for people haven't read his books and who want to avoid them. There are minor details talked about throughout, but the big spoilers are in the sections labeled (Subverting Tropes and Writing First Law and Morally Gray Characters and Their Arcs)
Great chat, I always like to listen to Joe talk, I do wish interviewers would listen to previous interviews and try not to ask too many of the same questions, Joe has the same answer to several of the questions I have now heard 4/5 times.
We're probably not big enough for a Joe interview, but we love to talk about his work. Will never stop reading.
That's so cool, just checked out your channel!
When Joe puts out a new book, I don’t care what I’m doing or reading at the time, it stops & I start his book! The First Law world is incredible. One of my favorite series out there, hopefully it continues with The Devils.
That's a good philosophy!
So excited for this new book in a new world!
Abercombie is such a fun author to talk to, I love watching him and his sense of humor in interviews
Would like more stories about our 2 ladies journeys in Sharp Ends. My fav Abercrombie book.
Great interview. Always fun listening to Joe talk
I have bought the whole first trilogy and bought the Sharp Ends Already, and I am sure I am gonna love those books.
Excited for the Devils!
Love watching Joe Abercrombie doing an interview. Can't wait to read The Devils!
I’m so excited for his new book🖤
I can listen to this man talk for hours. Great interview!
Give me more Joe Abercrombie book interviews! My Fav Author!
He always gives the best interviews
This was such an engaging interview and I loved the in depth questions. Also Joe’s office / library is very enviable. Well done gents!
Also thank you for the giveaway opportunity! 😈
I loved the progression from first law to age of madness!
Great interview. Really excited to read the new book.
I really loved Joe's 'The Shattered Sea' YA series. It has his tightest writing, and proved that even working within that genre frame he could tone down the violence and language and still deliver an exiting, dark and intensely emotional tale.
I think a lot of fans sleep on those books, but I honestly enjoyed that trilogy more than AGE OF MADNESS.
Thank you so incredibly much- I love hearing directly from authors and more about them & personally!
He is such an incredible writer & I can’t wait for the Devils!
Thanks for the amazing interview! Cannot wait for the next First Law one day! :)
Thanks Petrik, that means a lot coming from you!
I was already binging Abercrombie videos and needed another. Thanks! Can’t wait for The Devils!!!😈
Love Joe Abercrombie interviews. Always so interesting to listen to
King of Grimdark himself! And with Curious King? Come on. What a way to start the New Year!
I cannot wait for a new book to be released!
Excited to finally read an Abercrombie book this year!
Brilliant interview, always fascinating to hear from Joe. Such a great job Zach and Anthony, thanks for sharing this with us all.
Can’t wait! 🎉
I love this! So excited to read his books this year!
I can't wait to read my first Joe Abercrombie book this year
I could listen to this man talk about writing for hours.
A man of legend! Can't wait for the new book Joe!
Great that he’s confirmed he will be writing more in the first law world 😄 I can’t wait to read Devils
Joe seems so great to interview!
Guys this is a blast! Exactly what we needed. Such a great chat. Going to watch this about 7193 times. Nice one fellas!
Ed
Thanks Ed, that means a lot coming from you a seasoned veteran with interviews!
So excited for The Devils!
I’m up for anything from Collectible Book Vault and Curious King. And Joe Abercrombie - what a great subject!!
Thank you for the interview❤ Such a charisma, could've listen to him forever ✨ Can't wait for the Devils❤
Love Joe Abercrombie, and can’t wait for the Devils to release!
looking forward to his new book!
Can't wait for The Devils!
Appreciate you taking the time to put this together. As a relatively new born again reader, all 3 of you have had an impact on the last 18 months of my life.
I have been waiting (impatiently) for this interview for 24 hours since Anthony made mention of it in his email, and it was absolutely superb. I could listen to an interview with Joe all day long. Such an awesome author whose works, thankfully, are receiving the CK touch. Beautiful editions of outstanding books. So interesting to hear about how he began as an author.
Pretty excited for the rest of first law and the devils 🎉
Great interview, can’t wait to read the Devils this May!
Looking forward to this one! I had a sampler and the premise is fantastic
This is such a good interview of Joe! Great job 🔥
Say one thing for Joe Abercrombie, say he does great interviews.
What a hero! Love watching Joe Abercrombies interviews!
Exited for the new book!
I’m here for that ARC! Gotta have it! (Loved this interview too btw!)
The way I yelped when I saw this. This man has me in a chokehold for his books, his interviews and any sort of media he publishes. I would kill for most of his characters if they don’t kill me first
Can't wait for the new book, releases on my birthday!
I am so hyped for the Devils
Nice interview. Great author who seems grounded. Thank you for giving back to the community with this giveaway. Fingers crossed!
Another Joe Abercrombie video interview is a good day. Cannot waittttt.
Loved the interview!
Great interview. I could listen to Abercrombie talk all day
I absolutely cannot wait for The Devils - Abercrombie’s writing is something special ❤
Great interview also thank you for giving back and hosting a giveaway 🍻📖💙
I cannot wait for this new book 🔥 🔥
Love this! Joe is one of my favorite authors, and your interviews always seem to touch on some of the most interesting aspects of them and their work.
Very excited for this!!
Love this, can't wait for The Devils and then whatever comes next in The First Law!
Excited for his new book. Thanks for the interview! He’s entertaining as always. 🙌🏼
Great interview! Thank you!
For how dark and cynical his books can be, Joe is always an hilarious person to listen to. Loved the interview!
Ahhhh an interview with am all time fave author. Love love love
Great interview, I would love the opportunity to read the devils early!
I can't wait for The Devil's! It's definitely my most anticipated release for this year!
He is one of the best fantasy writer of our times....amazing interview btw ❤️
Don’t think he’s mentioned that idea for the next standalone anywhere else has he? Pretty big scoop!
Joe Abercrombie is by far my favorite fantasy author. Can’t wait for this new series
He's such a good interviewee as well as author, loved this.
Beyond excited for his next book! What a wonderful and insightful interview!
Great interview. Very interesting to see how he started writing.
Great interview!! Love this channel.
Love this interview! Great job guys!
So excited for this book
Lots of fun, thanks Joe for taking the time!
Such a great interview! Can't wait for the rest of The First Law to get the CK treatment!
Excellent interview!! I absolutely can't wait for the new book 🙌
Double Sixes on this interview!!! Thank you for doing temples work spreading lord grimdark's gospel 🔥
Looking forward to read this book!
Beyond excited for the new book, can't wait to see what he has in store
Can't wait to read The Devils!
Love this interview !
I would love to go for a drink with this man! I cannot wait to read this book.
I’m really excited about The Devils
Nice to have a new Joe Abercrombie
book coming soon!!!
Fantastic interview!
Great interview! Love Joe!
Excited for anything from Abercrombie.
Brilliant interview guys
Great interview! Always fun hearing Joe Abercrombie talk about his craft :)
Lovely interview, very interesting and informative
I love Joe Abercrombie’s personality and he seems like my kinda fella. I love his books more than anyone’s - personally my favorite writer. I think it’s wild and awesome that this major writer is in this small, growing, channel.
Thanks! Anthony who co-hosted this interview has published his books under the Curious King imprint, so that was the real initial connection, couldn't have done it without him and Joe was extremely generous with his time!
So excited to read The Devils!
Absolutely stoked for devils coming and have loved the first law universe