Mary Gentle is one of the world's most acclaimed writers of fantasy and
science fiction; ASH, the largest single fantasy work ever – longer
even than THE LORD OF THE RINGS – combines the authentic details of
Bernard Cornwell and the magical storytelling of Terry Goodkind.
Mary has a number of academic
degrees, including an MA in War Studies, and has hands-on experience of
sword-fighting and armour, amongst many other useful talents.
She lives in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.
