Read every series in the right order
Looking for a no-fluff starter canon? This list gathers 30 books everyone should read that shape how we think, feel, and talk to each other—spanning classics, modern must-reads, YA, and children’s favorites. Each pick is spoiler-light with a one-line why-read, plus quick notes where a series reading order matters (and…
The Cosmere Books in Chronological Order is a journey through one of the most ambitious interconnected universes in modern fantasy. Created by Brandon Sanderson, the Cosmere weaves together epic sagas like The Stormlight Archive, Mistborn, Elantris, and Warbreaker into a single mythos. At its heart lies the shattering of a…
The Stormlight Archive books in chronological order represent one of the most ambitious undertakings in modern fantasy. Brandon Sanderson has described it as his “love letter to the epic fantasy genre,” and at five volumes (with ten planned), it’s already a cornerstone of the Cosmere universe. Set on the storm-ravaged…
The Wax and Wayne books in chronological order represent the second era of Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn Saga. Taking place 300 years after Vin, Elend, and Sazed reshaped the world, this quartet blends epic fantasy, detective noir, and Wild West adventure into one of Sanderson’s most entertaining creations. With new heroes,…
When fantasy readers talk about inventive magic systems and unforgettable characters, one series is almost always mentioned: Mistborn. Brandon Sanderson’s breakout trilogy combines the intrigue of a heist, the scope of epic fantasy, and a revolutionary magic system that redefined the genre. This guide to Mistborn books in chronological order…
You ever pick up a book with the full intention of pacing yourself—reading a few chapters a night, spreading the joy? Yeah, that didn’t happen here. From the moment I cracked open Onyx Storm, I was gone. Rebecca Yarros threw me into a whirlwind of magic, grief, loyalty, betrayal, and…
Somehow, Angels & Demons escaped me back when The Da Vinci Code was everywhere. Maybe I assumed it was just airport fiction—fun but forgettable. Well, I was wrong. Dead wrong. This book is an absolute ride—one that mixes Vatican intrigue, murder, ancient symbology, antimatter (yes, really), and a secret society…
Short version: We treat reading order as mission-critical. Every list on Books in Chronological Order goes through a documented, multi-step verification and review process designed to be accurate, comprehensive, and spoiler-safe. Why Accuracy Matters A wrong sequence can wreck pacing, ruin reveals, and confuse character arcs. Our editorial system is…
The question “What book series will be the next Harry Potter?” has been asked by readers, publishers, and Hollywood for more than a decade. While nothing has matched Harry Potter’s exact cultural lightning-in-a-bottle moment, several fantasy series—both middle grade and young adult—are building massive fandoms, securing TV/film deals, and showing…
The Villains Books in Chronological Order are a masterclass in moral ambiguity, power struggles, and the fine line between hero and villain. Written by #1 New York Times bestselling author V. E. Schwab, this dark and intelligent series asks: What if getting superpowers didn’t make you a hero? Through razor-sharp…
If you’ve been searching for a historical fantasy series that blends the pulse of 1920s Shanghai with the star-crossed tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, you’ll find everything you crave in These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong. This duology is a heady mix of gang rivalries, political unrest, romance, and a…
If you’ve ever craved a fantasy series that reads like a dream — lush prose, unforgettable characters, and a world that feels both mythic and intimate — then Laini Taylor’s Strange the Dreamer duology deserves a place at the very top of your list. This guide is your complete roadmap…
