Here at IronWright, we do love a map with our fantasy novels. Maps are a great way to get a different perspective on what a world is like, alongside the author's descriptions. And if you're a more visual reader, the map can help to orient you in a way that no amount of 'they travelled north for ten days' can achieve. As the protagonist of Dawn Rising says when she finally gets the chance to look at a map of the place she's found herself in, there's something reassuring about knowing exactly where you are in the world.
