Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Sarah J. Maas

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Sarah J. Maas

Discover the career path of Sarah J. Maas, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Sarah J. Maas is a celebrated American fantasy author, renowned for her popular book series, including Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City. As of 2024, her works have achieved significant commercial success, with approximately 40 million copies sold. Her writing has garnered international recognition, evidenced by translations into 38 languages, solidifying her impact on the fantasy genre and popular culture.

2008: Sent Novel to Agents

In 2008, Sarah Maas sent her novel "Throne of Glass" to agents.

Throne of Glass
Throne of Glass

2009: Signed with Literary Agency

In 2009, Sarah Maas signed with Tamar Rydzinski of The Laura Dial Literary Agency.

March 2010: Throne of Glass Purchased by Bloomsbury Publishing

In March 2010, "Throne of Glass" was purchased by Bloomsbury Publishing, who later purchased two additional books in the series.

Throne of Glass
Throne of Glass

2015: A Court of Thorns and Roses Published

In 2015, Sarah J. Maas's second fantasy series, A Court of Thorns and Roses, a loose retelling of "Beauty and the Beast" was published.

A Court of Thorns and Roses
A Court of Thorns and Roses

May 16, 2018: Crescent City Series Announced

On May 16, 2018, Sarah Maas announced her first adult fantasy series, Crescent City.

October 23, 2018: Kingdom of Ash Release

On October 23, 2018, the final book in the Throne of Glass series, Kingdom of Ash, was released.

Kingdom of Ash
Kingdom of Ash

March 3, 2020: House of Earth and Blood Released

On March 3, 2020, the first book in the Crescent City series, titled House of Earth and Blood, was released by Bloomsbury.

House of Earth and Blood (Crescent City, 1)
House of Earth and Blood (Crescent City, 1)

February 16, 2021: A Court of Silver Flames Published

On February 16, 2021, A Court of Silver Flames, the fifth book in the A Court of Thorns and Roses series and the first of the spin-offs, was published.

A Court of Silver Flames
A Court of Silver Flames

February 15, 2022: House of Sky and Breath Released

On February 15, 2022, the sequel to House of Earth and Blood, House of Sky and Breath, was released.

House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City Book 2)
House of Sky and Breath (Crescent City Book 2)

January 30, 2024: House of Flame and Shadow Released

On January 30, 2024, the third book in the Crescent City series, House of Flame and Shadow, was released.

House of Flame and Shadow (Crescent City Book 3)
House of Flame and Shadow (Crescent City Book 3)

February 2024: A Court of Thorns and Roses TV Adaptation Stalled

As of February 2024, the television series adaptation of A Court of Thorns and Roses, optioned by Hulu in 2021, is no longer in active development.

A Court of Thorns and Roses
A Court of Thorns and Roses

2024: Bestselling Author

As of 2024, Sarah J. Maas has sold nearly 40 million copies of her books, and her work has been translated into 38 languages.