The first book of the Mortal Engines Quartet, written by Philip Reeve, is published, introducing the concept of municipal Darwinism and traction cities.
The second book in the Mortal Engines Quartet is published.
The third book in the Mortal Engines Quartet is published, continuing the story of the post-apocalyptic world.
The fourth and final book of the Mortal Engines Quartet is published, concluding the original series.
The film adaptation of Mortal Engines, directed by Christian Rivers and produced by Peter Jackson, is released worldwide.