Witcher’s Andrzej Sapkowski Confirms He’s Writing a New Geralt Novel, Targeting 2027

The creator of one of gaming’s most iconic fantasy franchises has confirmed that the next chapter of his literary saga is already underway. Andrzej Sapkowski, the Polish author who invented Geralt of Rivia and built the entire Witcher universe, revealed on stage at the Copernicon convention in Torun, Poland, that he is actively writing his next novel and is targeting a 2027 completion date. Speaking directly to IGN, Sapkowski shot down speculation about alternative protagonists, insisting the story will once again center on his famous monster hunter, and hinted that “the sky is the limit” for future prequels.

The announcement arrives at a pivotal moment for the franchise. Sapkowski’s previous prequel, Crossroads of Ravens, which follows an 18-year-old Geralt during his formative years, was released earlier this year and was met with strong fan enthusiasm. With that title now firmly established as a success, the question of whether more prequels were on the horizon has become a recurring topic among readers. Sapkowski’s response, delivered with his trademark dry wit, left little room for doubt about the direction of the series.

“Room? Sky Is the Limit.”

When pressed on whether there was still room to explore Geralt’s early life, the author offered a characteristically sharp reply that quickly became the story’s defining soundbite. The comment echoed themes raised during a recent interview with IGN, in which Sapkowski and his English translator, David French, discussed the future of the Witcher books.

“Room? Sky is the limit.”

Andrzej Sapkowski

While Sapkowski has not yet confirmed whether the upcoming novel will unquestionably be another Geralt prequel, the evidence strongly suggests it will be. He ruled out the idea of a novel centered on other characters, such as Yennefer of Vengerberg, confirming that the narrative will continue to orbit his most famous creation. The author also revealed that he remains open to returning to the short story format that launched his Witcher career with The Last Wish.

“It is not an easy thing to create a good short story,” Sapkowski explained. “This is much more difficult than writing a novel… But if one succeeds, it is proof of writing mastery.”

“It is not easy to nicely and logically lead that straight line from point A to point B and that with a word count of less than some 8,000 words… Now, answering your question: yes, I am considering writing more short stories.”

For readers, the timing of the new book carries notable implications. Assuming Sapkowski hits his targeted completion date at the end of 2027, Polish readers can likely expect the book on shelves sometime in late 2027 or 2028, with English translations following shortly after in late 2028 or 2029. If the schedule holds, a four-year turnaround between Crossroads of Ravens and his next work would mark Sapkowski’s fastest output since The Lady of the Lake in 1999, signaling a renewed burst of productivity from the veteran author.

A Franchise in Full Motion

The news of a new novel is only one thread in a broader wave of Witcher content set to unfold across the coming years. Sapkowski himself noted that he is “open to suggestions” on unconventional adaptations the franchise could pursue next, playfully acknowledging that the Witcher universe has already spawned two musicals.

On the audio front, a slate of full-cast audiobook dramas is scheduled to release through the rest of 2026 and 2027. The lineup opens with Crossroads of Ravens, followed by The Last Wish and Sword of Destiny in November, bringing the written word to a new generation of listeners.

For players, the video game slate is equally packed. The Witcher 3: Remastered is set to launch on September 29, bringing a suite of new features and performance updates to the acclaimed title. That is followed by the surprise third Witcher 3 DLC expansion, Songs of the Past, which will arrive in 2027.

Perhaps most eagerly anticipated is The Witcher 4, confirmed as a 2028 release and starring Ciri as the main protagonist. The franchise’s momentum continues on screen as well, with Season 5 of the Netflix series reportedly delayed to 2027 but still firmly on the horizon.

Whether through new novels, audiobooks, remasters, expansions, or sequels, the Witcher universe shows no signs of slowing down. For fans of the saga, the coming years promise to be one of the richest stretches in the franchise’s history, with Sapkowski’s confirmed return to the writing desk serving as the perfect foundation for what is shaping up to be an extraordinary run.

Looking Ahead

As the Witcher franchise gears up for a wave of releases spanning books, audio dramas, games, and television, the spotlight remains firmly on Sapkowski’s next novel. The author’s confirmed 2027 completion target, combined with his willingness to explore both prequel territory and the short story format, suggests a versatile and ambitious future for the Witcher books. With The Witcher 3: Remastered landing in September and The Witcher 4 confirmed for 2028, the franchise is clearly positioned to keep its audience engaged for years to come.

Until then, fans can look forward to a steady stream of content across every medium, making the coming years one of the most exciting periods in the franchise’s ongoing legacy.