News about Joseph Delaney

Joseph Delaney (pictured left), the Spook's fantasy book series's author, died at the age of 77, according to his family. He died on August 16 'after an illness in which he maintained himself and his family so he could continue writing as much as he possibly could', according to a statement issued by publisher Penguin Random House on behalf of the family.' Spook's (pictured inset), a dark fantasy story that narrated Tom Ward's adventures, was written by Delaney. The series, which has been translated into 30 languages and has received accolades, including the Lancashire Book Award, has sold more than 4.5 million copies around the world. He first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was published in 2004 and was later developed into the 2014 film Seventh Son (pictured right), which starred Ben Barnes (left of right image), Jeff Bridges (right of right picture) and Julianne Moore.