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Iron Guard


Mark Clapham - 2012
    What manner of daemon or xenos could cause such horror?READ IT BECAUSEIt's a bit of a horror tale and a bit of a mystery as the men of Mordian try to uncover the true cause of the rebellion sweeping an Imperial world.THE STORYThe 114th Mordian Iron Guard, pride of their world, renowned for their heroic actions at the Siege of Defure, are deployed to the mining world of Belmos VII, unaware that a terrible affliction plagues the local populace. As the Guardsmen attempt to track down the source of the corruption, panic spreads and the brave men of Mordian soon find themselves surrounded by enemies, both from within the Belmosian population and from without…

Ravenwing


Gav Thorpe - 2013
    In the wake of the conflict at Kadillus, hints of a dark conspiracy begin to emerge, and it soon becomes apparent that the Ravenwing has a sacred duty far more vital than hunting down orks... Read it because It's a fast-paced action-adventure tale that pits the Dark Angels against greenskins, pirates and Chaos Space Marines and lays the groundworking for the mind-bogglingly epic drama to come in the rest of the trilogy.

Yarrick: Imperial Creed


David Annandale - 2014
    He was once just a man, a newly minted officer from the ranks of the schola progenium.His first mission under the tutelage of Lord Commissar Rasp was on Mistral. Here, an uprising of barons had upset the delicate balance of power. But, as Yarrick was soon forced to learn, Mistral and Imperial politics are often murky, the truth seldom clear cut. As war engulfs the world, a plot unravels that pits old friends against one another and fashions unusual alliances. Chaos cults, the fanatical Adepta Sororitas and clandestine inquisitors all stand between Yarrick and his mission. Here is where the legend began. In this crucible was Lord Commissar Sebastian Yarrick forged in blood.

Architect of Fate


Christian Dunn - 2012
    From the doomed world of Ilissus, through the embattled corridors of the Endeavour of Will, to the borders of the Eye of Terror itself – friend and foe alike follow the great plan that he set in motion many thousands of years ago. But not even the Architect of Fate himself can foresee the destiny that lies in wait for him...Collected for the first time, all four parts of the Architect of Fate novella series are presented in a single printed volume. The infamous Kairos Fateweaver, greater daemon of Tzeentch and master of manipulation, has discovered the limits of his power – even one so prescient as he cannot divine beyond the event horizon at the end of the 41st Millennium.This anthology collects four novellas:Accursed EternityEndeavour of WillSanctusFateweaver

Gunheads


Steve Parker - 2009
    Their mission is to locate and retrieve the Fortress of Arrogance, a battle tank that belonged to the legendary Commissar Yarrick, hero of Hades Hive. If Wulfe can keep his mind and men together, and the Imperial forces can retrieve the tank, this will have a huge boost on morale in the Armageddon campaign‚ but are they risking their lives needlessly?

Deus Encarmine


James Swallow - 2004
    Has the Blood Angels messiah been reborn or are darker things at work?

Blood and Fire


Aaron Dembski-Bowden - 2013
    The Celestial Lions Space Marines are being targeted by the Inquisition and have been brought to the brink of extinction. Will they regroup and rebuild, or will they choose to go out in a final blaze of glory? That is what Grimaldus must decide...As if the prospect of Black Templars and Celestial Lions fighting side-by-side against an ork horde wasn't enough, Blood And Fire also shines a light on some of the deep divisions within the Imperium. in the face of such inner turmoil and underhanded treachery, even the zeal of the legendary Grimaldus may not be enough to save his Space Marine allies.A hardback release of the Armageddon novella by Aaron Dembski-Bowden, previously released as part of the Armageddon collection.

Salamander


Nick Kyme - 2009
    They are the fire-born: implacable warriors with iron hard determination. But all is not what it seems as far more dangerous foe is revealed. As bitter rivalries break out amongst the Salamanders their endurance will be tested to the limit. Will the Salamanders survive long enough to discover the truth about this world and the revelations that will shake the very foundations of this Chapter forever?

The Bloodied Rose


Danie Ware - 2018
    Only one thing stands in their way: the wrathful, holy fire of the Adepta Sororitas.READ IT BECAUSEAfter her first Adepta Sororitas story, the fantastic 'Mercy', Danie Ware returns with a longer tale of Sister Superior Augusta and her squad bringing their faith and fury to their enemies.THE STORYFrom the blasphemy of the fallen… Our Emperor, deliver us. At the edge of the Imperium sits the fetid jungle world of Lautis. Amidst the creeping foliage and ancient monuments, a horror is rising. From the depths of a crumbling cathedral come bloodied nightmares, intent on fulfilling their dark purpose by any means necessary. Only one thing stands in their way: the wrathful, holy fire of the Adepta Sororitas. Filled with the light of the Emperor, Sister Superior Augusta and her squad are a force to be reckoned with. They are here to purge the darkness from Lautis with prayer and bolter, and nothing will stop them. But the things that dwell in the darkness aren’t afraid. Augusta must put her trust in her Battle Sisters and lead them into the shadows of the crypts in search of the truth. Faith and fire are powerful weapons, but will they be enough to defeat the sinister powers that lurk in the deeps?

Redemption Corps


Rob Sanders - 2010
    But can they survive being caught between xenos horrors and the fury of the Sisters of Battle?READ IT BECAUSEIt's Rob Sanders' debut Black Library novel, and it delivers all the action, intrigue and unusual antics you'd expect from him!THE STORYLed by the fearsome Major Mortensen, the Redemption Corps is a regiment of ultra-tough storm troopers sent to the deadliest warzones on missions of mercy and destruction. But when Mortensen comes to the attention of the deadly sorority of the Battle Sisters, he not only has an ork invasion to contend with but these fearsome warrior-fanatics too. Caught between the xenos and the fury of the Imperium, can the Redemption Corps fulfil their mission and survive into the bargain?

Victories of the Space Marines


Christian DunnBen Counter - 2011
    Superhuman warriors stand proud in defiance of inhuman foes, laying waste to the relentless hordes of invaders and forces of chaos. In the remains of their enemies, they are triumphant - they are the space marines.Runes • [Space Wolf / Ragnar Blackmane] • (2011) • Chris WraightThe Rewards of Tolerance • (2011) • Gav ThorpeBlack Dawn • (2011) • C. L. WernerThe Long Games at Carcharias • (2011) • Rob SandersHeart of Rage • [Blood Angels] • (2010) • James SwallowBut Dust in the Wind • [Imperial Fists] • (2011) • Jonathan GreenExhumed • [Deathwatch] • (2011) • Steve ParkerPrimary Instinct • (2011) • Sarah CawkwellSacrifice • [Grey Knights • 2.5] • (2011) • Ben Counter

Ice Guard


Steve Lyons - 2008
    But the occupying Chaos forces are everywhere, bent on the annihilation of the natives. If that wasn't bad enough, Stanislav and his troops face a race against time as Imperial Battleships in the upper atmosphere are preparing to virus bomb Cressida, destroying all life upon the planet.

Kingsblade


Andy Clark - 2017
    Led by High King Tolwyn Draconis, the Knights are peerless in battle and strike deep into the enemy’s ranks. But the war soon turns when a terrible tragedy strikes, casting the Imperial campaign into anarchy. As desperation grows, unblooded Knights Errant Danial and Luk must quickly learn the ways of war to prevent an unholy ritual or Donatos will be lost and all the noble Houses of Adrastapol with it.It's war on a larger scale – Imperial Knight scale! Two novice Knight pilots against an entire world of enemies – sounds like a story for the ages.

Sabbat Worlds


Dan Abnett - 2010
    This anthology opens the gateway to the Sabbat Worlds like never before, featuring new stories from some of the Black Library's best-known authors including Dan Abnett, Graham McNeill and many more.

Grey Knights: The Omnibus


Ben Counter - 2009
    Omnibus edition collecting the novels, Grey Knights, Dark Adeptus and Hammer of Daemons from the popular Warhammer 40,000 Grey Knights series.