A treasure trove of rediscovered tales from one of the world’s most beloved storytellers.

Before Discworld made him a household name, Sir Terry Pratchett was already weaving witty, clever and fantastical stories—many of which had long been thought lost. Now, gathered together for the first time, A Stroke of the Pen presents these hidden gems, beautifully illustrated and introduced with a foreword by Neil Gaiman.

Written under a pseudonym in the 1970s and 80s, these early works shine with Pratchett’s trademark humour, satire and boundless imagination. Step into worlds where cavemen grapple with the invention of fire, ghosts refuse to leave their homes, and unlikely heroes embark on perilous quests across time and space.

Complete with a never-before-seen new short story, this extraordinary collection is both a gift to longtime fans and a perfect entry point for new readers. Funny, wise, and endlessly inventive, it celebrates the timeless brilliance of a master storyteller at play.