The Wheel of Time (abbreviate by fans to WoT) is a bestselling fantasy book series written by Robert Jordan. It establishes its own detailed imaginary world, and a complex cast of characters. Eleven books have been published in the series, not counting the prequel to the series. A twelfth book, expected to be the final book of the series, is currently being prepared. Books 8-11 have each reached #1 on the New York Times bestseller list. As of 18 September 2007 the series has sold over 30 million copies worldwide. The series has spawned several games and a soundtrack.