2009 is shaping up to be the year of Jack Vance. In addition to the mammoth tribute anthology, Songs of the Dying Earth, we have two new titles by the SF Grandmaster himself on our schedule.

– This is Me, Jack Vance! is, simply put, one of the most fascinating autobiographies to come out of the genre. Jack Vance has led a life of significant accomplishment and adventure, in addition to the many beloved tales he has written. Here, he shares his personal story with readers, both in text and an extensive photograph archive.

– Wild Thyme, Green Magic is a 360 page gathering of some of Vance’s best work, most of it out of print for decades — and none included in The Jack Vance Treasury. Here’s your chance to rediscover, once again, the world creating genius that has made Jack so beloved.

Both titles are deep into production, fully designed, and on schedule for publication this summer. One final thing to note: So as not to overburden Mr. Vance, we’ve asked him to sign only the lettered editions, which are certain to go fast.

Posted on Saturday, January 3rd, 2009 at 11:29 am.