Magicians series author Lev Grossman's next book is about Camelot

Magicians trilogy author Lev Grossman will publish a new book set in Camelot titled The Bright Sword, the AP confirmed Wednesday.

The Bright Sword is a new take on the legend of Camelot: It picks up after the death of King Arthur, Lancelot, and Galahad and the fall of Camelot, and the knights that survive are minor characters from the Camelot legend. They form a ragtag band with Merlin’s rebellious apprentice and a promising young knight to put the kingdom back together.

Viking will publish the book, which doesn’t yet have a release date.