History of Sarah J. Maas in Timeline

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.

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March 5, 1986: Sarah J. Maas Born

On March 5, 1986, Sarah Janet Maas was born. She is an American fantasy author.

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2008: Graduation from Hamilton College

In 2008, Sarah Maas graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in Kirkland, New York, where she majored in creative writing and minored in religious studies.

2008: Sent Novel to Agents

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

Throne of Glass

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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

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May 30, 2010: Marriage to Josh Wasserman

On May 30, 2010, Sarah Maas married Josh Wasserman, whom she met at Hamilton College.

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

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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

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2018: Birth of Son

In 2018, Sarah Maas and Josh Wasserman had a son.

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)

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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.