Tales of the Aptis a companion series to the best-selling decalogy Shadows of the Apt (Tor UK), gathering together short stories from disparate places and supplementing them with a wealth of new tales written especially for the series. Together, they combine to provide a different perspective, an alternative history that parallels and unfolds alongside the familiar one, filling in the gaps and revealing intriguing backstories for many established characters. A must read for any fan of the Shadows of the Apt books, where epic fantasy meets steampunk and so much more.Contents:Introduction by the AuthorIntroduction by the PublisherTo Own the SkyIroncladsSpoils of WarCamouflageThe Shadows of Their LampsThe Dreams of AvarisThe PrinceShadow HuntersSword and CircleIdle HandsAn Old Man in a Harsh SeasonBrass MantisAbout the Author