by Brandon Sanderson
Published 2026
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson comes a legendary standalone novel that navigates the seas and the stars of a far-future Cosmere. Illustrated by Esther Hi‘ilani Candari.All his life, Sixth of the Dusk has been a traditional trapper of Aviar—the supernatural birds his people bond with—on the deadly island of Patji. Then one fateful night he propels his people into a race to modernize before they can be conquered by the Ones Above, invaders from the stars who want to exploit the Aviar.But it’s a race they’re losing, and Dusk fears his people will lose themselves in the effort. When a chance comes to sail into the expanse of the emberdark beyond a mystical portal, Dusk sets off to find his people’s salvation with only a canoe, his birds, and all the grit and canniness of a Patji trapper.Elsewhere in the emberdark is a young dragon chained in human form: Starling of the starship Dynamic. She and her ragtag crew of exiles are deep in debt and on the brink of losing their freedom. So when she finds an ancient map to a hidden portal between the emberdark and the physical realm, she seizes the chance at a lucrative discovery.These unlikely allies might just be the solution to each other’s crises. In their search for independence, Dusk and Starling face perilous bargains, poisonous politics, and the destructive echo of a dead god.Sanderson expands his thrilling novella “Sixth of the Dusk” into a mythic novel of legends, lore, and warring galactic superpowers.
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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Serious
“This voice offers a deep, smooth, and inherently dramatic presence, perfectly suited for an epic fantasy adventure, conveying both wonder and peril with its cinematic quality.”
American · Young · Male · Narrative Story · Formal
“Revenant brings a youthful yet rugged energy, ideal for a narrator needing to span ancient traditions and futuristic space. Its gritty texture provides an intense and engaging storytelling experience.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Energetic · Authoritative · Confident · +3 more
“The energetic and passionate delivery of this voice would make the narration truly dynamic, capturing the adventurous spirit of the book. Its dramatic flair is a great fit for an epic tale.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Deep
“Adam's rich, resonant tone adds significant gravitas, creating an immersive listening experience that underscores the epic scope of the narrative. The deep quality evokes a sense of ancient mystery.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Deep · Raspy · Serious · +3 more
“With a serious and mysterious tone, this voice's slow, measured delivery would be excellent for building suspense and conveying the perilous aspects of the story. The subtle rasp adds a unique texture.”
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A seasoned and cunning trapper, grounded in tradition but forced to adapt. His voice should reflect resilience, determination, and a deep connection to his world.
Canadian · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“Stryka's calm, steady tone and professional yet approachable delivery perfectly embody a seasoned trapper grounded in tradition. The measured pacing reflects his thoughtful and determined nature.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Deep · Calm · Professional · +3 more
“This voice, with its deep and warm tone, conveys the resilience and grounded nature of Sixth of the Dusk. The relaxed and measured delivery speaks to his experience and calm under pressure.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story
“Arsen's smooth and measured American voice is ideal for a character who is calm, serious, and deeply connected to his world. It paints a clear picture of quiet resolve.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Modulated
“Reuven's deep, resonant baritone with a measured timbre evokes ancient wisdom and calm gravitas, fitting for a character who is both cunning and traditional. The thoughtful inflections are a strong match.”
British · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“Bob Velvet's smooth, deep, and relaxed British voice offers a calm authority that suits a seasoned trapper forced to adapt. The tone conveys a quiet strength and trustworthiness.”
A young, resourceful dragon in human form, burdened by debt but driven by a fierce desire for freedom and discovery. Her voice should convey both youthful energy and underlying resolve.
Female · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Entertainment · Low · Educational · +56 more
“This voice offers a versatile range, with potential for bright, energetic delivery that captures Starling's youthful drive, while also hinting at a deeper, more serious resolve when needed.”
Male · Young · Medium · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · +56 more
“Gus provides a young, relatively deep, and calm tone, which can be adapted to convey both youthful energy and the underlying determination of a dragon burdened by debt. The conversational style feels authentic.”
Male · Young · Character-Voice · Soft · Warm · Measured · +14 more
“The soft, warm, and measured quality of this young male voice, with a subtle British accent, can express Starling's desire for freedom and discovery. It has a firm undertone for her resolve.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · Social-Media · +57 more
“Matt Dillon's voice, described as young and versatile, can capture Starling's energetic and confident nature. It has the potential for both bright and intense delivery, suitable for her fierce desires.”
Female · Male · Young · Middle-Aged · Old · Character-Voice · +11 more
“The prototype v2, described as a commanding and intense male voice, can be modulated to portray Starling's fierce determination and underlying resolve, even if the primary description leans masculine.”
An imposing and technologically advanced alien force. Their voice should sound authoritative, cold, and subtly menacing, reflecting their power and intent to exploit.
Male · Middle-Aged · Educational · Narration · Deep · Serious · +3 more
“Alhaitham's deep, authoritative tone and measured pace perfectly embody the imposing, technologically advanced alien force. The professional and calm delivery reflects their cold, calculating intent.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Deep · Serious · Measured · +3 more
“This voice delivers a deep and serious tone with a measured pace, conveying the subtle menace and power of an alien force. The mysterious quality adds to their antagonist presence.”
Male · Old · Narration · Deep · Character-Voice · Raspy · +6 more
“The Hxh Narrator's deep, raspy texture and serious, dramatic tone would make The Ones Above sound truly menacing and imposing. The measured delivery suggests their controlled power.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Deep · Calm · Serious · +5 more
“JJK offers a deep and professional tone with a smooth, measured delivery, which would give The Ones Above a cold, unfeeling quality, reflecting their advanced technology and exploitative nature.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Educational · Deep · Calm · +3 more
“SHI HENG YI's deep, resonant voice with a calm and authoritative tone, delivered slowly and measured, conveys the wisdom and maturity of a powerful, ancient alien force, making them subtly menacing.”