“Skyward” doesn’t have a strictly upward trajectory — it has brilliantly fleshed-out action scenes balanced with relatively shallow supporting characters.

With 'Skyward', veteran science fiction author Brandon Sanderson scores another hit with a new series full of memorable characters, including teen girl protagonist Spensa.

Spensa’s adventures continue in Starsight, which hits shelves next week. And the description makes it sound just as thrilling as Skyward: All her life, Spensa has dreamed of becoming a pilot.

Bestselling fantasy novelist Brandon Sanderson is having a banner year—with another taking shape; we spoke with the author about his numerous forthcoming books for young readers.

"Skyward" begins with young Spensa Nightshade saying goodbye to her father as he prepares to launch his fighter to defend against an attack of the Krell, an alien force that seems determined to ...

“Skyward” doesn’t have a strictly upward trajectory — it has brilliantly fleshed-out action scenes balanced with relatively shallow supporting characters.