Event Video: Neverwinter by R.A. Salvatore

R. A. Salvatore visited the University Bookstore in Seattle, WA on October 7, 2011 in support of his new Drizzt novel, Neverwinter!

I’ve known Bob for a decade and I never miss a Seattle event. Despite his bouncer-like physique and no shit New England attitude, he is one of the nicest writers I’ve met. It shows it in many ways. From having an active fan email address to touring multiple cities every year to giving all his attention to his fans and answering all questions they pose him. He gives of himself as much as he can—online and on the road—and it’s that kind of professional care that makes me admire him all the more.

His main creation, Drizzt, is one of the best characters ever. Just look at his placements in Cage Matches. Drizzt is back in the sequel to last year’s Gauntlgrym, in Neverwinter, and he has some serious dilemmas—both emotional and physical—to deal with!

Here is a bit more about the new book:

With the last of his trusted companions having fallen, Drizzt is alone–and free–for the first time in almost a hundred years. Guilt mingles with relief, leaving Drizzt uniquely vulnerable to the persuasions of his newest companion–Dahlia, a darkly alluring elf and the only other member of their party to survive the cataclysm at Mount Hotenow.

But traveling with Dahlia is challenging in more ways than one. As the two companions seek revenge on the one responsible for leveling Neverwinter–and nearly Luskan as well–Drizzt finds his usual moral certainty swept away by her unconventional views.

Forced to see the dark deeds that the common man may be driven to by circumstance, Drizzt begins to find himself on the wrong side of the law in an effort to protect those the law has failed. Making new enemies, as his old enemies acquire deadly allies, Drizzt and Dahlia quickly find themselves embroiled in battle–a state he’s coming to enjoy a little too much.

Here is event video of R.A. Salvatore talking about what the future holds and answering questions from his fans. He even shares his infamous WubbaWubba story! Enjoy!

Neverwinter by R. A. Salvatore is in fine bookstores now!