Most Popular Books by G. Willow Wilson

One of NPR''s 50 Best Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of the Decade: A fifteenth-century palace mapmaker must hide his powers in the time of the Inquisition . . . Award-winning author G. Willow Wilson''s debut novel Alif the Unseen was an NPR and Washington Post Best Book of the Year and established her as a vital American Muslim literary voice. Now she delivers The Bird King, an epic journey set during the reign of the last sultan in the Iberian peninsula at the height of the Spanish Inquisition. Fatima is a concubine in the royal court of Granada, the last emirate of Muslim Spain. Her dearest friend, Hassan, the palace mapmaker and the one man who doesn''t leer at her with desire, has a secret—he can draw maps of places he''s never seen and bend the shape of reality. When representatives of the newly formed Spanish monarchy arrive to negotiate the sultan''s surrender, Fatima befriends one of the women, not realizing that she will see Hassan''s gift as sorcery and a threat to Christian Spanish rule. With their freedoms at stake, what will Fatima risk to save Hassan and escape the palace walls? As the two traverse Spain with the help of a clever jinn to find safety, The Bird King asks us to consider what love is and the price of freedom at a time when the West and the Muslim world were not yet separate. "Wilson has a deft hand with myth and with magic, and the kind of smart, honest writing mind that knits together and bridges cultures and people." —Neil Gaiman, author of Norse Mythology "A triumph . . . one of the best fantasy writers working today." — BookPage "A treasure-house of a novel, thrilling, tender, funny, and achingly gorgeous. I loved it." —Lev Grossman, author of the Magicians trilogy

"[A] Harry Potter-ish action-adventure romance" set during the Arab Spring, from the New York Times–bestselling author of the Ms. Marvel comic book series ( The New York Times). In an unnamed Middle Eastern security state, a young Arab-Indian hacker, who goes by Alif, shields his clients—dissidents, outlaws, revolutionaries, and other watched groups—from surveillance, and tries to stay out of trouble. The aristocratic woman Alif loves has jilted him for a prince chosen by her parents, and his computer has just been breached by the state''s electronic security force, putting his clients and himself on the line. Then it turns out his lover''s new fiancé is the "Hand of God," as they call the head of state security, and his henchmen come after Alif, driving him underground. When Alif discovers The Thousand and One Days, the secret book of the jinn, which both he and the Hand suspect may unleash a new level of information technology, the stakes are raised and Alif must struggle for life or death, aided by forces seen and unseen. This "tale of literary enchantment, political change, and religious mystery" was a New York Times Notable Book and winner of the World Fantasy Award for Best Novel (Gregory Maguire). "Wilson has a deft hand with myth and with magic." —Neil Gaiman, author of American Gods

When Ivy finds herself at the heart of a tragedy, she''s left at a crossroads. Will she be able to blossom under the pressure, or will her life hit an all-time low? G. Willow Wilson continues her epic run on DC''s verdant villain! Poison Ivy''s life''s work comes into the crosshairs yet again when the GCPD sets their sights on Marshview! She must confront both her past and her present in hopes of securing her future, but will it ultimately be enough to secure the sanctuary she''s worked so hard to create? Superstar writer G. Willow Wilson continues her fan-favorite run in a brand new volume! Collects Poison Ivy #31-36.

When refugee and aspiring journalist Fadumo arrives to work at the Stoneshore Register, she is entering a far stranger place than she realizes. At first, the colossal stone giant overlooking the rundown, seemingly ordinary Pacific Northwest fishing town seems like the only remarkable element. But he is not the only strange surprise: changelings, selkies, cursed ships—the bizarre has a home in Stoneshore, yet no one gives it a second thought. But Fadumo doesn''t just want to cover these odd occurrences. She wants to dig deeper. And what she discovers is a land so steeped in mysterious history, it will change all who dare to explore it.

With the help of none other than Amelia Earhart, Blythe has begun to harness her perplexing power; one step closer to controlling time and space. But when the fragmented trail of her mysterious love leads her to dangerous territory of double agents, metalhead jihadists, and an alarming backstory, Blythe will need to control more than just reality: she''ll need to manage her own suspicions—and her addiction. What is the real truth about Zayn? And when Blythe can''t depend on her pills, can she depend on herself? Find out in Volume 3 of this high-altitude, high-stakes, Eisner-nominated adventure by acclaimed author G. Willow Wilson (Invisible Kingdom, Ms Marvel, The Bird King) and celebrated illustrator M.K. Perker (The New Yorker, Mad Magazine, The Unwritten, Fables).

Humanity had its chance. Now it’s time for Poison Ivy. The fan-favorite Batman villain steps into the solo spotlight, in a thrilling and tragic adventure written by Ms. Marvel co-creator G. Willow Wilson!Pamela Isley has been a lot of things in her life: a living god, a super-villain, an activist, a scientist, and a dead woman. In a new body that she didn’t ask for and with a renewed sense of purpose, Pamela continues her mission to heal the planet by setting her sights on some of the worst offenders humanity has to offer-millionaires and moguls who hide their own environmental malfeasance behind a smoke screen of ethical consumption.From fracking girl-bosses to celebrity health gurus, Ivy’s violent and tragic journey across the American landscape continues. Along the way she makes a new ally and gets a visit from the love of her life, Harley Quinn, as the body-horror-infused, character-defining epic from the visionary creative team of writer G. Willow Wilson and artist Marcio Takara continues. This volume collects Poison Ivy #7-12.

The sweeping, multi-Eisner-Award winning and Hugo nominated sci-fi epic is collected in an oversized hardcover edition! This special library edition features every cover, extensive process art section, and the original pitch of this thrilling tour-de-force! In a distant galaxy, acolyte Vess and hardened freighter pilot Grix join forces to expose an inconceivable conspiracy between the most dominant religion and an all-powerful mega-corporation. Suddenly prey in an interstellar chase through the dreaded Junk Rings to The Point of No Return, this unexpected pair is faced with a grave decision: reveal the truth or plunge the world into anarchy. And when the valiant crew of the Sundog is captured by the dangerous Siblings of Rebirth, Vess and Grix must fight to save not only the universe, but also their newfound love—against all odds. Praise for Invisible Kingdom: "Sharp, funny, and utterly breathtaking, Wilson and Ward''s Invisible Kingdom is a world you won''t want to leave."—Kelly Sue DeConnick (Pretty Deadly, Captain Marvel) "Invisible Kingdom is the comic I didn''t know I wanted and now can''t live without. It''s a vitamin boost for the eyes and mind, full of great vistas of ideas. Two master creators doing a barrel roll just outside our atmosphere. You want this book."—Gail Simone (Birds of Prey, Batgirl) "G. Willow Wilson and Christian Ward are two of contemporary comics most visionary creators, and in Invisible Kingdom they are working together at the height of their powers to tell a stunningly relevant story with rip-roaring wisdom and mind-bending visuals. Highly recommended."—Saladin Ahmed (Ms Marvel, Black Bolt) "Invisible Kingdom isn''t just for science fiction fans; it''s for readers who enjoy a fast-paced narrative that also pushes boundaries. Simultaneously up close and personal yet vast in scope. It''s my kind of space opera."—Nnedi Okorafor (LaGuardia, The Binti Trilogy, Who Fears Death) "A smart pop-art feminist Star Wars. Fans of science fiction epics... will want to strap in for the longer ride."—Publishers Weekly "One of the most unique sci-fi comics since Saga& resonates in the present day."—Bleeding Cool "A stunning and immersive world."—Sequential Planet "Invisible Kingdom delivers spiritual sci-fi with spectacular visual style."—The A.V. Club

The adventure continues in Volume 2 of this genre-bending, death-defying, Eisner-nominated series by acclaimed author G. Willow Wilson (Invisible Kingdom, Ms Marvel, The Bird King) and celebrated illustrator M.K. Perker (The New Yorker, Mad Magazine, The Unwritten, Fables). Acrophobic flight attendant Blythe has left her safe, sterile life for a world of strange danger. And she''s been taken under the wing of none other than Amelia Earhart herself—alive and soaring after all these years. How did Amelia survive her disappearance? What is the centuries-old secret that enables her to travel the known and unknown world, using nothing but dreams for fuel? And what is her real agenda? The answers find Blythe charting a course for the edge of reality—and the heart of the man she loves. "An entertaining read with some serious points to make about the fluidity of borders in the 21st century."—The Onion

Hugo- and World Fantasy Award–winning writer G. Willow Wilson (Ms. Marvel, Wonder Woman, Poison Ivy) and all-star artist Chris Wildgoose invite readers to experience love on the brink of extinction in their new ongoing high fantasy tour de force! In a dying world, only humans and orcs remain—mortal enemies battling for territory and political advantage. But when a group of fearsome ancient humanoids known as the Vangol arrive from across the sea, the two struggling civilizations are forced into a fragile alliance to protect what they have built. As a gesture of his commitment to the cause—and to the relief of his bride-to-be, Faran Stoneback—the most powerful orc overlord, Troth Icemane, sends his beloved cousin Tara, a high-ranking young healer, to fight alongside brash human commander Callum Battlechild and his company of warriors. With a crisis looming, the success of this unlikely pair’s partnership and the survival of their peoples will depend on their ability to unlearn a lifetime of antagonistic instincts toward one another…and rise above the sting of heartbreak.

A new chapter in the Sandman saga begins with both familiar and new faces! One of Dream''s heaviest responsibilities is creating nightmares...and he thinks he may have built his next masterpiece in the form of Ruin. But Ruin will live up to his name, in ways that Dream could never expect and creating a spiral of consequences and messes to be cleaned. When Lindy dreams of Ruin—she somehow delivers him unto the waking world! Has anyone checked on Puck lately? Oh no...it looks like he''s found someone to stalk too. Sorceress Heather After will have to find a protector for herself...but is she prepared for the deal she''ll have to strike once she finds the champion with the dangerous power she needs? With a trip into the realm of Faerie too, you don''t want to miss the collection of your dreams! The Dreaming: Waking Hours, collects The Dreaming: Waking Hours #1-12.

A brand-new incarnation of the groundbreaking anthology series, celebrating its 25th anniversary! There is good. There is evil. And there will always be Batman Black & White. This incredible collection features stories digging into the entire Batman mythos: the Batcave, the Batmobile, The Joker, Poison Ivy, Two-Face, Jace Fox, ninja man-bats, and even Batmen of alternate worlds. All done by some of the best creators working in comics today, including James Tynion IV, John Ridley, Mariko Tamaki, Jorge Jimenez, Andy Kubert, Joshua Williamson, and more! Collects Batman Black & White #1-6.

Humanity had its chance. Now it''s time for Poison Ivy. The fan-favorite Batman villain steps into the solo spotlight, in a thrilling and tragic adventure written by Ms. Marvel co-creator G. Willow Wilson! Winner, Outstanding Comic Book - GLAAD Media Awards 2023 Pamela Isley has been a lot of things in her life. A living god, a super-villain, an activist, a scientist, and dead. In a new body that she didn''t ask for and with a renewed sense of purpose, Ivy leaves Gotham and sets out to complete her greatest work-a gift to the world that will heal the damage dealt to it...by ending humanity. On her journey to doom humankind, a heartbroken and betrayed Poison Ivy encounters obstacles (plant assassins!) and dodges the law along the way, in a body horror-infused character-defining epic from the visionary creative team of writer G. Willow Wilson and artist Marcio Takara. This volume collects Poison Ivy #1-6.

The extraordinary story of a young North American''s conversion to Islam and her ensuing romance with an Egyptian man, The Butterfly Mosque is a stunning articulation of a Westerner embracing the Muslim world After graduating from university, Willow Wilson, a young American -- and newly converted Muslim -- impulsively accepts a teaching position in Cairo. There, she meets Omar, a passionate young nationalist with a degree in astrophysics. Omar introduces Willow to the bustling city, and through him she discovers a young, moderate nationalist movement, a movement that both wants to divest itself of western influence and regain cultural pride. When the two find themselves unexpectedly in love, despite their deep cultural differences, they decide that they will try to forge a third culture, a new landscape that will embrace some of each of their cultures, and give their fledgling romance some hope of survival. Wilson weaves this engaging personal story with deep insights into faith in a fractured world, and gives westerners rare insight into an important young reform movement. Butterfly Mosque is an inspiring account of an unlikely cross-cultural love, and the moving story of two young people working within the boundaries of contemporary religion and culture to forge a life together against the odds.

PREPARE FOR LANDING Blythe''s metaphysical training is over, and one final test stands between her and her future as the greatest hyperprax pilot to ever live. Caught between opposing organizations: the dazzling explorers who support and need her, and the cutthroat conspirists who have targeted her, Blythe must find her own path in her most perilous journey yet: to pass her test, find her future, and make sense of a senseless universe—for Good. It will take her deep into the past and far into a future she was never meant to see...but may be able to re-shape. The exhilarating conclusion of the brilliant, Eisner-nominated series!

Delicate alliances between humankind and orckind have been forged in a desperate effort to save both civilizations…but can they last? Reluctant orc ambassador Tara Icemane struggles with culture shock as she learns the ropes from her rugged human hosts, a company of fighters known as the Last Men Standing. But she’ll have to set heartbreak aside and find common ground with Commander Callum Battlechild when the troop faces its first major battle against the invading Vangol. Meanwhile, the carefully arranged engagement between Troth Icemane and Faran Stoneback—the cornerstone of a plan to unite the two most powerful orc dynasties—will crumble if the couple fails to survive their first hours alone together on a death-defying matrimonial wolf hunt.

A surreal, psychedelic saga that blends horror, romance, and mythology, this arc sees Poison Ivy confront betrayal, ancient elemental forces, and her own legacy-transforming her into a reluctant Gotham folk hero as the Green itself cries out in pain, setting the stage for a seismic status quo shift. As Ivy confronts betrayal, ancient forces, and the pain of the Green itself, a psychedelic journey with Janet-from-HR, a public crime in Gotham, and a mythic tale from Ivy''s past all converge-redefining her legacy, straining her alliance with Swamp Thing, and setting the stage for a major transformation.

Poison Ivy travels back to Gotham City in search of aid, only to be confronted by Batman. Turns out he’s not too pleased about Ivy’s whole “I wound up taking over the terrorist organization I told you I’d dismantle in return for you not arresting me” thing. With the truce between the Bat-Family and Ivy hanging in the balance, who does Ivy have to kill in order to make it all better?

Ivy''s back in Gotham City in the third volume of the GLAAD Media Award-winning phenomenon from G. Willow Wilson and Marcio Takara! It''s the dawn of a new day as Pamela Isley makes her return to Harley--and Gotham City--with the world''s most adorable admin, Janet from HR, in tow. As Poison Ivy reluctantly investigates the inner workings of a strange new skyscraper in Gotham, she finds herself up to her neck in a surreal and slimy mystery. And at its center? A brand-new villain in the Poison Ivy pantheon of rogues! Could Killer Croc hold the secret necessary to saving the citizens of Gotham? Ivy must come face-to-face with her own unintended horrors while simultaneously making a horrifying discovery about her own strange new body. Collects Poison Ivy #13-18, from writer G. Willow Wilson and artists Marcio Takara, Luana Vecchio, and Arif Prianto.