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	==Biography==		==Biography==
	===Early life===		===Early life===
	Kirby was born in {{Wiki\|Utah}} as the son of a naval officer. Due to this, he lived in various parts of the country, such as, Maryland, [[California]], and Hawaii. Kirby was inspired to become a writer after reading {{Wiki\|Ursula K. Le Guin}}'s ''{{Wiki\|Earthsea}}'' books as a pre-teen.<ref name="WP">{{WP\|Matthew J. Kirby}}</ref>		Kirby was born in {{Wiki\|Utah}} as the son of a naval officer. Due to this, he lived in various parts of the country, such as [[Maryland]], [[California]], and Hawaii. Kirby was inspired to become a writer after reading {{Wiki\|Ursula K. Le Guin}}'s ''{{Wiki\|Earthsea}}'' books as a pre-teen.<ref name="WP">{{WP\|Matthew J. Kirby}}</ref>

	He would ~~later~~ go on to graduate from {{Wiki\|Utah State University}} with a bachelor's degree in history, and later returned to earn his master's degree in {{Wiki\|school psychology}}.<ref name="WP" />		He would go on to graduate from {{Wiki\|Utah State University}} with a bachelor's degree in history, and later returned to earn his master's degree in {{Wiki\|school psychology}}.<ref name="WP" />

	===Early career===		===Early career===
	In 2010, he released his debut novel, ''{{Wiki\|The Clockwork Three}}'' was named one of Publishers Weekly's 2010 Flying Starts. His next novel, ''{{Wiki\|Icefall (book)\|Icefall}}'', released in 2011, would make him critically acclaimed as it won the 2012 Edgar Award for Juvenile Fiction.<ref name="WP" /> He has also won ~~the~~ the PEN Center USA award for Children's Literature, and the Judy Lopez Memorial Award.<ref name="Aconyte">{{Aconyte\|url=/?authors=matthew-j-kirby\|text=Kirby, Matthew J.\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/HeVuF}}</ref>		In 2010, he released his debut novel, ''{{Wiki\|The Clockwork Three}}'', which was named one of Publishers Weekly's 2010 Flying Starts. His next novel, ''{{Wiki\|Icefall (book)\|Icefall}}'', released in 2011, would make him critically acclaimed as it won the 2012 Edgar Award for Juvenile Fiction.<ref name="WP" /> He has also won the PEN Center USA award for Children's Literature, and the Judy Lopez Memorial Award.<ref name="Aconyte">{{Aconyte\|url=/?authors=matthew-j-kirby\|text=Kirby, Matthew J.\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/HeVuF}}</ref>

	===''Assassin's Creed''===		===''Assassin's Creed''===
	On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Last Descendants'']] was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'' was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>		On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|Last Descendants]]'', was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy book ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year, with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'', was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>

	The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', also ~~was~~ released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol ~~invasion in~~ the ~~early-~~13th century, Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that had not been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', was also released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol invasions of the 13th century; Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that had not been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

	In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel ~~was~~ revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' ~~was set to released~~ on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that ~~come~~ with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate ~~helps~~ him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately ~~leaves~~ all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever ~~want~~ to do anything further with the ~~character~~, or he ~~decides~~ to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel in the series were revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' would release on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that came with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate had helped him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately left all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever wanted to do anything further with the characters, or he decided to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

	In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist Kim Jung Gi.<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks, a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>		In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed, with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist [[Kim Jung Gi]].<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks; a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>

	Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he was not signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would have taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>		Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he was not signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would have taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>

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	On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Last Descendants'']] was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'' was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>		On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Last Descendants'']] was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'' was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>

	The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', also was released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol invasion in the early-13th century, Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that ~~hadn't~~ been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', also was released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol invasion in the early-13th century, Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that had not been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

	In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel was revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' was set to released on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that come with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate helps him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately leaves all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever want to do anything further with the character, or he decides to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel was revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' was set to released on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that come with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate helps him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately leaves all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever want to do anything further with the character, or he decides to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>
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	In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist Kim Jung Gi.<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks, a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>		In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist Kim Jung Gi.<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks, a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>

	Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he ~~wasn't~~ signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would~~'ve~~ taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>		Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he was not signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would have taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>

	==''Assassin's Creed'' works==		==''Assassin's Creed'' works==

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	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Assassin's Creed: Tomb of the Khan]]''		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Assassin's Creed: Tomb of the Khan]]''
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	'''Matthew J. Kirby''' is a novelist and fantasy author known for his work on the [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants'' trilogy]]. Most of his novels are aimed at young adults.		'''Matthew J. Kirby''' is an American novelist and fantasy author known for his work on the [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants'' trilogy]]. Most of his novels are aimed at young adults.

	==Biography==		==Biography==

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	'''Matthew J. Kirby''' is a novelist and fantasy author known for his work on [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants'']].		\|image =Matthew_J_Kirby.jpg
			\|birth = {{Wiki\|Utah}}, [[United States]]
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			*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Assassin's Creed: Tomb of the Khan]]''
			*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Assassin's Creed: Fate of the Gods]]''
			*''[[Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga\|Assassin's Creed: Geirmund's Saga]]''
			\|other = *''{{Wiki\|The Clockwork Three}}''
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			'''Matthew J. Kirby''' is a novelist and fantasy author known for his work on the [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants'' trilogy]]. Most of his novels are aimed at young adults.

	==''Assassin's Creed'' ~~books~~==		==Biography==
			===Early life===
			Kirby was born in {{Wiki\|Utah}} as the son of a naval officer. Due to this, he lived in various parts of the country, such as, Maryland, [[California]], and Hawaii. Kirby was inspired to become a writer after reading {{Wiki\|Ursula K. Le Guin}}'s ''{{Wiki\|Earthsea}}'' books as a pre-teen.<ref name="WP">{{WP\|Matthew J. Kirby}}</ref>

			He would later go on to graduate from {{Wiki\|Utah State University}} with a bachelor's degree in history, and later returned to earn his master's degree in {{Wiki\|school psychology}}.<ref name="WP" />

			===Early career===
			In 2010, he released his debut novel, ''{{Wiki\|The Clockwork Three}}'' was named one of Publishers Weekly's 2010 Flying Starts. His next novel, ''{{Wiki\|Icefall (book)\|Icefall}}'', released in 2011, would make him critically acclaimed as it won the 2012 Edgar Award for Juvenile Fiction.<ref name="WP" /> He has also won the the PEN Center USA award for Children's Literature, and the Judy Lopez Memorial Award.<ref name="Aconyte">{{Aconyte\|url=/?authors=matthew-j-kirby\|text=Kirby, Matthew J.\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/HeVuF}}</ref>

			===''Assassin's Creed''===
			On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Last Descendants'']] was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'' was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>

			The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', also was released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol invasion in the early-13th century, Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that hadn't been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

			In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel was revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' was set to released on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that come with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate helps him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately leaves all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever want to do anything further with the character, or he decides to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

			In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist Kim Jung Gi.<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks, a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>

			Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he wasn't signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would've taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>

			==''Assassin's Creed'' works==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants]]'' (2016)		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants]]'' (2016)
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan]] ''(2016)		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan]]'' (2016)
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods]] ''(2017)		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods]]'' (2017)
	*''[[Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga]]'' (2020)		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'' (2020)

	==~~External link~~==		==References==
	~~[https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/ Interview for the release of ''Geirmund's Saga'']~~		{{Reflist}}

	[[Category:Development team]]		[[Category:Development team]]

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	[~~[pt-br~~:~~Matthew J~~. ~~Kirby]~~]		==External link==
			[https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/ Interview for the release of ''Geirmund's Saga'']

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	===Early life===		===Early life===
	Kirby was born in {{Wiki\|Utah}} as the son of a naval officer. Due to this, he lived in various parts of the country, such as, Maryland, [[California]], and Hawaii. Kirby was inspired to become a writer after reading {{Wiki\|Ursula K. Le Guin}}'s ''{{Wiki\|Earthsea}}'' books as a pre-teen.<ref name="WP">{{WP\|Matthew J. Kirby}}</ref>		Kirby was born in {{Wiki\|Utah}} as the son of a naval officer. Due to this, he lived in various parts of the country, such as [[Maryland]], [[California]], and Hawaii. Kirby was inspired to become a writer after reading {{Wiki\|Ursula K. Le Guin}}'s ''{{Wiki\|Earthsea}}'' books as a pre-teen.<ref name="WP">{{WP\|Matthew J. Kirby}}</ref>

	He would ~~later~~ go on to graduate from {{Wiki\|Utah State University}} with a bachelor's degree in history, and later returned to earn his master's degree in {{Wiki\|school psychology}}.<ref name="WP" />		He would go on to graduate from {{Wiki\|Utah State University}} with a bachelor's degree in history, and later returned to earn his master's degree in {{Wiki\|school psychology}}.<ref name="WP" />

	===Early career===		===Early career===
	In 2010, he released his debut novel, ''{{Wiki\|The Clockwork Three}}'' was named one of Publishers Weekly's 2010 Flying Starts. His next novel, ''{{Wiki\|Icefall (book)\|Icefall}}'', released in 2011, would make him critically acclaimed as it won the 2012 Edgar Award for Juvenile Fiction.<ref name="WP" /> He has also won ~~the~~ the PEN Center USA award for Children's Literature, and the Judy Lopez Memorial Award.<ref name="Aconyte">{{Aconyte\|url=/?authors=matthew-j-kirby\|text=Kirby, Matthew J.\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/HeVuF}}</ref>		In 2010, he released his debut novel, ''{{Wiki\|The Clockwork Three}}'', which was named one of Publishers Weekly's 2010 Flying Starts. His next novel, ''{{Wiki\|Icefall (book)\|Icefall}}'', released in 2011, would make him critically acclaimed as it won the 2012 Edgar Award for Juvenile Fiction.<ref name="WP" /> He has also won the PEN Center USA award for Children's Literature, and the Judy Lopez Memorial Award.<ref name="Aconyte">{{Aconyte\|url=/?authors=matthew-j-kirby\|text=Kirby, Matthew J.\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/HeVuF}}</ref>

	===''Assassin's Creed''===		===''Assassin's Creed''===
	On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Last Descendants'']] was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'' was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>		On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|Last Descendants]]'', was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy book ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year, with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'', was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>

	The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', also ~~was~~ released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol ~~invasion in~~ the ~~early-~~13th century, Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that had not been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', was also released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol invasions of the 13th century; Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that had not been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

	In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel ~~was~~ revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' ~~was set to released~~ on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that ~~come~~ with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate ~~helps~~ him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately ~~leaves~~ all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever ~~want~~ to do anything further with the ~~character~~, or he ~~decides~~ to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel in the series were revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' would release on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that came with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate had helped him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately left all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever wanted to do anything further with the characters, or he decided to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

	In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist Kim Jung Gi.<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks, a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>		In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed, with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist [[Kim Jung Gi]].<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks; a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>

	Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he was not signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would have taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>		Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he was not signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would have taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>

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	On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Last Descendants'']] was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'' was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>		On 18 February 2016, ''{{Wiki\|IGN}}'' reported that a series of novels was being published by [[Scholastic Inc.\|Scholastic]] in partnership with [[Ubisoft]]. The series, titled [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants (series)\|''Last Descendants'']] was announced to be written by Kirby, who at the time was most well-known for writing the historical children's fantasy ''The Clockwork Three''. The first [[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants\|novel]] was set to release in September of that year with a second novel to follow in January 2017.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| title=Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants Novels Announced\| first=Chloi\| last=Rad\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|IGN}}''\| date=19 February 2016\| accessdate=4 September 2022\|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220708035706/https://www.ign.com/articles/2016/02/18/assassins-creed-last-descendants-novels-announced\| archivedate=8 July 2022}}</ref> The first novel, simply titled ''Last Descendants'' was released ahead of schedule on 30 August.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Last-Descendants-Matthew-J-Kirby/dp/0545855519\|text=Last Descendants (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #1) (1) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/MYohy}}</ref>

	The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', also was released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol invasion in the early-13th century, Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that ~~hadn't~~ been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		The second novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Tomb of the Khan\|Tomb of the Khan]]'', also was released ahead of schedule, on 27 December 2016.<ref>{{Amazon\|domain=com\|url=/Tomb-Khan-Last-Descendants-Assassins/dp/0545855535\|text=Tomb of the Khan (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Novel Series #2) (2) (Last Descendants: An Assassin's Creed Series)\|archiveurl=https://archive.ph/BkRTc}}</ref> The majority of the historical parts of the book take place during the Mongol invasion in the early-13th century, Kirby stated that he wished to write about a major Chinese historical event that had not been mentioned or translated much into English. He also commented on how integral the Mongol advance upon Europe was to the history of Asia in general.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=en-us/article/4jrrRals8vrd7zuUPricrs/null\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants: Tomb of the Khan Now Available\|archivedate=20220904071853\|subdomain=news}}</ref>

	In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel was revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' was set to released on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that come with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate helps him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately leaves all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever want to do anything further with the character, or he decides to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>		In July 2017, the cover and title for the third and final novel was revealed. ''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods\|Fate of the Gods]]'' was set to released on 26 December that year. In an interview, Kirby talked about the difficulties that come with writing a young-adult fiction novel based upon a mature-rated video game. He also explained his research process and how majoring in history as an undergraduate helps him. Kirby also commented that he deliberately leaves all his stories open-ended in case Ubisoft ever want to do anything further with the character, or he decides to write a fourth novel.<ref>{{Ubisoft\|url=/en-us/article/2yiFr8bRUeEKDv1PMRptiw/assassins-creed-last-descendants-fate-of-the-gods-cover-and-story-details-unveiled\|text=Assassins Creed Last Descendants - Fate of the Gods Cover and Story Details Unveiled\|archivedate=20201129054108\|subdomain=news}}</ref>
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	In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist Kim Jung Gi.<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks, a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>		In May 2020, untitled placeholder listings for a novel based on the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' video game were posted on Amazon,<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.archyde.com/update-assassins-creed-valhalla-a-novel-for-the-next-game-listed-on-several-online-stores-with-a-release-date/ \|title= Update Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: a novel for the next game listed on several online stores, with a release date \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/CGZoW\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Samson, Alexandre\| date=1 May, 2020\| publisher=''Archyde''\| accessdate= 2 May 2020}}</ref> with Kirby later being announced as the author by fansite ''[[Access the Animus]]''.<ref name="MattKirbyAnnounced">{{Twitter\|AccessTheAnimus\|status/1255894541422530560\|AccessTheAnimus\|quote=A new novel dedicated to #AssassinsCreedValhalla has been announced! Published by PenguinRandomHouse and written by @writerMattKirby, the novel will "step even further into the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla"\|image=File:ACV - AccessTheAnimus novel reveal.png}}</ref> Following Ubisoft's first Ubisoft Forward presentation, where the game's release date was announced, the full title of the novel, ''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Geirmund's Saga]]'', and its premise were revealed with the cover art set to be done by Korean artist Kim Jung Gi.<ref name="BusinessWire">{{Cite web\| url=https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200712005013/en/Assassin%E2%80%99s-Creed%C2%AE-Valhalla-Release-Date-Announced-November \|title= Assassin's Creed® Valhalla Release Date Announced for November 17 \| archiveurl=https://archive.vn/a8AeV\| archivedate=13 July 2020\| author=Hua, Holly\| date=12 July, 2020\| publisher=''{{Wiki\|Business Wire}}''\| accessdate= 12 July 2020}}</ref> The novel was then released on 10 November 2020, in eBook form globally and UK paperbacks, a US paperback later followed on 23 March 2021.<ref>{{Aconyte\|url=/shop/assassins-creed-valhalla-geirmunds-saga-by-matthew-j-kirby/\|text=Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Geirmund's Saga by Matthew J Kirby\|archivedate=20210223180917}}</ref> The book was said by Kirby himself to be an original story that is connected to the events of the game.<ref>{{Twitter\|writerMattKirby\|status/1255930312225247232\|Matthew J. Kirby\|quote=The news is out & I can finally reveal that I'm writing another Assassin's Creed novel. This will be an original saga connected directly to the events in the new game, Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. I'm beyond thrilled to be writing in this universe again. #AssassinsCreedValhalla\|image=File:ACV - Matthew Kirby novel reveal.png}}</ref>

	Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he ~~wasn't~~ signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would~~'ve~~ taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>		Preceding the novel's release, Kirby was interviewed by Michael Dodd of ''Track of Words'' on 8 November regarding the novel's setting and its characters. Kirby mentioned that he researched a lot in regards to the historical {{Wiki\|no:Geirmund Heljarskinn\|Geirmund Heljarskinn}} and the Viking expansion in general. When queried about what was planned for the future, Kirby responded that he was not signed on with Aconyte for another book, but in relation to Geirmund, he had some idea on where his adventures would have taken him next.<ref>{{Cite web\| url=https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| title=AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Matthew J. Kirby Talks Geirmund’s Saga\| first=Michael\| last=Dodd\| publisher=Track of Words\| date=8 November 2020\| accessdate=4 September 2022\| archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210212171855/https://www.trackofwords.com/2020/11/08/rapid-fire-matthew-j-kirby-talks-geirmunds-saga/\| archivedate=12 February 2021}}</ref>

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Matthew J. Kirby - Revision history

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imported>Archiviste d'Apocrypha: I've put a link to interview I've found, I don't know what to do with it ^^'

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