# A Stroke of the Pen The Lost Stories

**From one of the bestselling science fiction and fantasy authors and most beloved storytellers of all time comes a truly unmissable and beautifully illustrated collection of rediscovered short stories**  
  
**INCLUDES A NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN NEW SHORT STORY**  
  
_With a foreword by Neil Gaiman_  
  
'A **fantastic collection** of short stories... A **must have** for Terry Pratchett fans' \*\*\*\*\* Reader review  
'**Keeps you entertained right to the end**. I was mesmerized throughout **and could not put it down**' \*\*\*\*\* Reader review  
'**Excellent,** often **laugh-out-loud** early works. . . **There isn't a bad story in the bunch**' _Publishers Weekly_  
  
  
**From the multi-million copy bestselling author of the _Discworld_ series, discover a truly unmissable collection of lost short stories, as well as a never-before-seen, recently found new tale.**  
  
Written under a pseudonym in the 1970s and 80s, these early tales hint at the worlds the legendary Sir Terry Pratchett would go on to create, containing all his trademark wit, satirical wisdom and fantastic imagination.  
  
Through these stories, you'll _meet Og the inventor_, the first caveman to cultivate fire, as he discovers the highs and lows of progress; _haunt the_ _Ministry of Nuisances_ with the defiant evicted ghosts of Pilgarlic Towers; _go on a dangerous quest_ through time and space with hero Kron, and discover many more adventures...  
  
**Whether you're looking for a title for a seasoned Pratchett reader or someone starting from the beginning, this incredible collection is perfect for any science-fiction and fantasy fan.**  
  
  
Readers love _A Stroke of the Pen-_  
'A real **pleasure**... full of the wit, fun and acute observation that made Pratchett such **a successful and well-loved author**' \*\*\*\*\* Reader review  
'Sir Terry **did not disappoint**... This book is **an absolute must-read** for any fans of Terry Pratchett, or for new fans-in-the-making who enjoy humorous and clever fantasy stories' \*\*\*\*\* Reader review  
'The **greatest writer** of all' \*\*\*\*\* Reader review  
'A **delightful** read from start to finish, perfect for longtime fans of Pratchett's work and those wholly new to his writing' \*\*\*\*\* Reader review  
  
'**A treasure trove** glistening with lost gems' _Financial Times_  
'**Funny**, **sharp**, **warm**, **wise** and always **so, so readable'** _Daily Mail_  
'This **delightful** collection is **inventive**, **entertaining** and a little **quirky**, often with a twisty end' _Independent_  
'Shows the beginnings of one of the UK's **best fantasy writers**... **A treat** for seasoned fans and newcomers' _Sun_  
'There's **much here to delight** the open-minded, the fantasy aficionado and the Pratchett completist' _Observer_  
'These early stories show Pratchett's **remarkable** ability to poke fun at the absurdity of the real world through fantasy...much to love in these **clever, funny, and tightly written tales'** _Booklist_  
'The earliest **seeds of what later became _Discworld_** are there for readers who still miss his **inimitable style**' _Library Journal_

## Details

- **Price:** 8.49 GBP
- **Vendor:** Transworld Publishers Limited
- **Type:** Terry Pratchett
- **Tags:** All Books, Fantasy, Sci-Fi

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
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| Default Title | 8.49 GBP | In stock |

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> Updated: 2026-08-12