Alison Weir Reading Order
7 series · 59 books
Alison Weir is a British historian and novelist specializing in English royal history, particularly the lives of queens and female members of the monarchy. Her work spans both meticulously researched biographies and imaginative historical fiction, with her Elizabeth I series and Six Tudor Queens sequence among her most popular offerings. Across nearly four decades and multiple series, Weir has established herself as a leading voice in bringing medieval and Tudor-era court intrigue to contemporary readers.
Elizabeth I Series
Complete2 books (2008–2014)
Start with The Lady Elizabeth and read in order.
Start this series with The Lady Elizabeth
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England's Medieval Queens Series
Ongoing4 books (2017–2025)
Start with Queens of the Conquest, the first of 4 books in the England's Medieval Queens series.
Start this series with Queens of the Conquest
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete19 books (1989–2018)
Start with Britain's Royal Families, the first of 19 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Britain's Royal Families
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Ongoing2 books (2010–2025)
Start with Traitors of the Tower and read in order.
Start this series with Traitors of the Tower
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Six Tudor Queens Series
Likely Complete19 books (2016–2021)
Start with Arthur: Prince of the Roses, the first of 19 books in the Six Tudor Queens series.
Start this series with Arthur: Prince of the Roses
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing5 books (2006–2026)
Start with Innocent Traitor, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Innocent Traitor
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Tudor Rose Series
Ongoing8 books (2022–2024)
Start with Elizabeth of York: The Last White Rose, the first of 8 books in the Tudor Rose series.
Start this series with Elizabeth of York: The Last White Rose
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Alison Weir written?
- Alison Weir has written 59 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1989 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Alison Weir series?
- Here are the first books in Alison Weir's series: Elizabeth I: The Lady Elizabeth; England's Medieval Queens: Queens of the Conquest; Non-Fiction: Britain's Royal Families; Short Stories/Novellas: Traitors of the Tower; Six Tudor Queens: Arthur: Prince of the Roses.
- What order should I read Alison Weir's books?
- We recommend reading Alison Weir's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Alison Weir still writing new books?
- Yes, Alison Weir has 4 ongoing series: England's Medieval Queens, Short Stories/Novellas, Standalone Novels, Tudor Rose.