The most anticipated book releases this fall in the United States

This combination photo shows cover art for upcoming books set for release in the United States this fall. Photo: AP

Brandon Sanderson, whose epic Wind And Truth is a highlight of the upcoming publishing season in the United States, sees nothing wrong with the idea of “escapism”.

“It’s just the ability to go to another world and relate to other people’s problems, problems that aren’t our problems. It’s a really valuable tool in our lives,” said the fantasy novelist during a recent telephone interview.