Andrzej Sapkowski, the renowned author of The Witcher series, has completed a new book, marking his first release since 2013.

This highly anticipated book is set to debut in Poland in late 2024, with a worldwide release planned for early 2025.

While details about the book's title remain largely undisclosed, it is expected to connect to the short story 'A Little Sacrifice,' which features the beloved character Essi Daven.

Essi Daven's story extension is particularly anticipated by fans, as she has become a favorite within the franchise.

In 'A Little Sacrifice,' Geralt of Rivia and his companion Dandelion navigate complex personal relationships and conflicts.

Netflix is adapting a related short story into an animated film titled 'Sirens of the Deep,' and Sapkowski hinted at a connection between this adaptation and the new book.

The Witcher franchise has evolved significantly, expanding beyond the original book series to include games, a Netflix series, comic books, tabletop RPGs, manga, and even a cookbook.

This expansion indicates the franchise's growing popularity and cultural impact, attracting a diverse audience.

Sapkowski announced this update via an Instagram post, revealing that it took him approximately two years to write.

The new book is expected to feature a side story that does not directly impact the main Witcher saga, similar to the previous book 'Season of Storms.'

Although Geralt's narrative concludes in the main saga, his story continues unofficially through the CD Projekt game series, which takes place after the events of the books.