Rothfuss

Rothfuss commonly refers to Patrick Rothfuss, an American fantasy writer born June 6, 1973, in Madison, Wisconsin. He is best known for The Kingkiller Chronicle, a fantasy series that centers on Kvothe, a legendary figure recounting his life as a student, musician, and adventurer in a world of magic and myth. The series began with The Name of the Wind (2007) and continued with The Wise Man's Fear (2011). A companion novella, The Slow Regard of Silent Things (2014), is set in the same universe and explores mood and secondary characters.

The Kingkiller Chronicle is noted for its lyrical prose, intricate world-building, and emphasis on storytelling and character development. The books have achieved widespread popularity and have influenced contemporary fantasy readers and writers, particularly in the area of modern epic fantasy and narrative voice.

Beyond novels, Rothfuss has published short fiction and contributed to various science fiction and fantasy anthologies. He co-founded Worldbuilders, a charity that organizes fundraising campaigns to support Heifer International and other causes; the initiative has raised millions of dollars over the years.

Public reception has been strong, with the first two novels achieving bestseller status and generating a large fan community. The completion of the Kingkiller Chronicle remains highly anticipated, with the third volume, The Doors of Stone, having not yet been published. Rothfuss continues to write and publish new material and maintains active engagement with his readership through events and online platforms.