Andre Norton Reading Order

2 books (1969–1975)

Andre Norton's After the Apocalypse duology comprises two science fiction novels published between 1969 and 1975, presenting a complete series best read in publication order. Beginning with Daybreak 2250 A.D., also known as Star Man's Son, the series continues with No Night Without Stars, offering Norton's exploration of humanity's survival and adaptation in a transformed world.

Start with Daybreak 2250 A.D. / Star Man's Son and read in order.

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1	Daybreak 2250 A.D. / Star Man's Son 1969Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	No Night Without Stars 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

33 books (1953–2025)

Andre Norton edited this ongoing anthology series comprising 32 books published from 1953 to 2025, spanning fantasy, science fiction, young adult, and non-fiction genres. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Space Service and continuing through recent additions. Contributors to these collections include established and emerging authors exploring themes ranging from Arthurian legend to witch world mythology to science fiction adventure. Each volume features diverse stories that reflect Norton's wide-ranging editorial interests across speculative fiction.

Start with Space Service, the first of 32 books in the Anthologies series.

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1	Space Service 1953Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Heroic Fantasy 1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Lore of the Witch World 1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Magic In Ithkar 2 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Magic in Ithkar I 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Barbarians 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Magic in Ithkar 3 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Friends of the Horseclans 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Magic in Ithkar 4 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Tales of the Witch World 1 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Barbarians 2 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Catfantastic 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Four from the Witch World 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Grand Masters' Choice 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	The Pendragon Chronicles: Heroic Fantasy from the Time of King Arthur 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Tales of the Witch World 3 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Catfantastic II 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	All Hallows' Eve 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	The Magic of Christmas 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Catfantastic III 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	The Williamson Effect 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	Catfantastic V 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	A Constellation of Cats 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	DAW 30th Anniversary Fantasy 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthologies 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
26	Masters of Fantasy 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
27	Renaissance Faire 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
28	More Fantastic Stories 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
29	Favorite Science Fiction Stories, Volume 2 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
30	Witches: Wicked, Wild & Wonderful 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
31	Women of Futures Past 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
32	Written in the Stars: Science Fiction Stories by Women, 1930-1962 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
33	Epic Sci-Fi Odyssey 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1959–2006)

The Beast Master series, written primarily by Andre Norton with later collaborations by Lyn McConchie, consists of five science fiction and fantasy novels published between 1959 and 2006. The series follows in publication order, beginning with The Beast Master and concluding with Beast Master's Quest. Originally a standalone novel, the series expanded decades later with three additional installments co-authored with McConchie, making it a complete collection that blends science fiction and fantasy elements across its full span.

Start with The Beast Master, the first of 5 books in the Beast Master/Hosteen Storm series.

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1	The Beast Master 1959Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Lord of Thunder 1962Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Beast Master's Ark(With: Lyn McConchie) 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Beast Master's Circus(With: Lyn McConchie) 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Beast Master's Quest(With: Lyn McConchie) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1999–2001)

The Carolus Rex series by Andre Norton consists of two fantasy novels published between 1999 and 2001. Read the books in publication order, beginning with The Shadow of Albion followed by Leopard in Exile. This complete series is a standalone duology that does not continue beyond these two installments.

Start with The Shadow of Albion and read in order.

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1	The Shadow of Albion 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Leopard In Exile 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

6 books (1989–1999)

The Catfantastic Anthologies series consists of five fantasy and science fiction collections edited by Andre Norton, published between 1989 and 1999. These anthologies feature original stories centered around cats and feline characters, appealing to readers who enjoy speculative fiction with animal protagonists. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Catfantastic and concluding with Catfantastic V.

Start with Catfantastic, the first of 5 books in the Catfantastic Anthologies series.

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1	Catfantastic 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Catfantastic II 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Danger in D.C. 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Catfantastic III 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Catfantastic IV 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Catfantastic V 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1953–1955)

Andre Norton's Central Control series comprises two science fiction novels published in the 1950s that should be read in publication order. The complete duology begins with Star Rangers, also known as The Last Planet, followed by Star Guard. Both books were released between 1953 and 1955, offering early examples of Norton's science fiction storytelling for young adult audiences.

Start with Star Rangers / The Last Planet and read in order.

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1	Star Rangers / The Last Planet 1953Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Star Guard 1955Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1947–1985)

The Children's series by Andre Norton comprises four complete fantasy and science fiction novels published between 1947 and 1985. Begin with Rogue Reynard and proceed through the series in publication order: Scarface, The Day of the Ness, and Ride the Green Dragon. Each book stands as an independent entry while contributing to the overall series arc.

Start with Rogue Reynard, the first of 4 books in the Children's series.

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1	Rogue Reynard 1947Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Scarface 1948Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Day of the Ness 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Ride the Green Dragon 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2010–2010)

2 books (1956–1965)

Andre Norton's Crosstime series consists of two science fiction novels following Blake Walker across parallel worlds and alternate timelines. The Crossroads of Time was published in 1956, with Quest Crosstime following nine years later in 1965. Both books should be read in publication order to experience the complete story. The series is now complete.

Start with The Crossroads Of Time and read in order.

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1	The Crossroads Of Time 1956Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Quest Crosstime 1965Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1968–2004)

The Dark Companion series by Andre Norton consists of two complete fantasy and science fiction novels published across three decades, beginning with Dark Piper in 1968 and concluding with Dark Companion in 2004. These books should be read in publication order to follow the intended narrative progression. This short series combines Norton's signature speculative fiction style with young adult appeal.

Start with Dark Piper and read in order.

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1	Dark Piper 1968Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Dark Companion 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (1961–2004)

The Dipple series is a three-book science fiction sequence by Andre Norton, beginning with Catseye in 1961 and concluding with Masks of the Outcasts in 2004. These standalone yet connected stories should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc. The complete series combines Norton's signature blend of science fiction adventure with richly developed worlds and memorable characters.

Start with Catseye and read in order.

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1	Catseye 1961Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Night of Masks 1964Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Masks of the Outcasts 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1994–2006)

Andre Norton's Five Senses series comprises five fantasy and science fiction novels published between 1994 and 2006, with the final three books co-authored with Jean Rabe. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Hands of Lyr and continuing through Mirror of Destiny, Scent of Magic, Wind in the Stone, and concluding with A Taste of Magic.

Start with The Hands of Lyr, the first of 5 books in the Five Senses series.

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1	The Hands of Lyr 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Mirror of Destiny 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Scent of Magic 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Wind in the Stone 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	A Taste of Magic(With: Jean Rabe) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1960–1985)

The Forerunner series by Andre Norton consists of five science fiction novels published between 1960 and 1985. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Storm Over Warlock and concluding with The Second Venture. This finished series combines Norton's signature blend of science fiction and adventure storytelling across its full span.

Start with Storm Over Warlock, the first of 5 books in the Forerunner series.

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1	Storm Over Warlock 1960Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Ordeal In Otherwhere 1964Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Forerunner 1971Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Forerunner Foray 1973Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Second Venture 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1960–1980)

Game Of Stars and Comets is a four-book science fiction series by André Norton published between 1960 and 1980. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Sioux Spaceman and continuing through Eye Of The Monster, The X Factor, and Voorloper. Norton's characteristic blend of adventure and speculative worldbuilding carries through this finished series.

Start with The Sioux Spaceman, the first of 4 books in the Game Of Stars and Comets series.

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1	The Sioux Spaceman 1960Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Eye Of The Monster 1962Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The X Factor 1965Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Voorloper 1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1971–1976)

Gods and Androids is a two-book science fiction series by Andre Norton, consisting of Android at Arms and Wraiths of Time, published between 1971 and 1976. The complete series should be read in publication order to follow the intended narrative progression. This finished series blends science fiction elements with themes characteristic of Norton's imaginative worldbuilding.

Start with Android at Arms and read in order.

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1	Android at Arms 1971Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Wraiths of Time 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1991–2026)

The Halfblood Chronicles is a four-book fantasy series co-written by Andre Norton and Mercedes Lackey, with the final installment co-authored by Ben Ohlander. Published between 1991 and 2002, this complete series should be read in publication order beginning with The Elvenbane. The books follow a world where magic and conflict intersect across different races and bloodlines, blending fantasy worldbuilding with themes relevant to young adult readers.

Start with The Elvenbane(With: Mercedes Lackey) and read in order.

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1	The Elvenbane(With: Mercedes Lackey) 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Elvenblood(With: Mercedes Lackey) 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Elvenborn(With: Mercedes Lackey) 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Elvenbred(By: Mercedes Lackey,Ben Ohlander) 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1963–1966)

Andre Norton's Janus series consists of two science fiction novels published in the 1960s that should be read in publication order. Judgment on Janus appeared in 1963, followed by Victory on Janus in 1966, completing this two-book sequence. The series is now finished and presents a self-contained story arc best experienced from beginning to end.

Start with Judgment on Janus and read in order.

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1	Judgment on Janus 1963Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Victory on Janus 1966Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

41 books (1985–2025)

This ongoing anthology series showcasing science fiction and fantasy stories by emerging authors has been published annually since 1985, with 41 volumes released through 2025. Each installment features selected winners and finalists from the Writers of the Future contest, presenting a mix of short fiction across speculative genres. Read the series in publication order beginning with volume one to experience how the collection has evolved over four decades. The series remains active with new volumes continuing to highlight contemporary voices in science fiction and fantasy writing.

Start with L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 1, the first of 41 books in the L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future series.

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1	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 1 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 2 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 3 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 4 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 5 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 6 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 7 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 8 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future9 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 10 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 11 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 12 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 13 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 14 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 15 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 16 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 17 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 18 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 19 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 20 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 21 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 22 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 23 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 24 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 25 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
26	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 26 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
27	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 27 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
28	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 28 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
29	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 29 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
30	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 30 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
31	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 31 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
32	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 32 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
33	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 33 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
34	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 34 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
35	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 35 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
36	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 36 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
37	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 37 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
38	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 38 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
39	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 39 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
40	L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future 40 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
41	L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 41 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (1944–1954)

Andre Norton's Lorens Van Norreys series comprises three complete fantasy novels published between 1944 and 1954. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Sword is Drawn, followed by Sword in Sheath, and concluding with At Swords' Point. This adventure series is suitable for young adult readers interested in classic fantasy fiction.

Start with The Sword is Drawn and read in order.

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1	The Sword is Drawn 1944Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Sword in Sheath 1949Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	At Swords' Point 1954Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1985–1987)

The Magic in Ithkar Anthologies is a complete four-book fantasy series edited by Andre Norton, published between 1985 and 1987. These interconnected anthologies should be read in publication order, beginning with Magic in Ithkar 2, followed by Magic in Ithkar 1, Magic in Ithkar 3, and Magic in Ithkar 4. Each volume features multiple fantasy stories set in the shared world of Ithkar, a magical marketplace where wizards, traders, and adventurers gather.

Start with Magic In Ithkar 2, the first of 4 books in the Magic in Ithkar Anthologies series.

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1	Magic In Ithkar 2 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Magic in Ithkar I 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Magic in Ithkar 3 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Magic in Ithkar 4 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2002–2002)

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1	Mark of the Cat & Year of the Rat 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1966–1993)

The Moonsinger series consists of five fantasy and science fiction novels by Andre Norton, published between 1966 and 1993. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Moon of Three Rings and concluding with Brother to Shadows. The interconnected books follow a consistent narrative thread across their span of nearly three decades.

Start with Moon of Three Rings, the first of 5 books in the Moonsinger series.

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1	Moon of Three Rings 1966Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Exiles of the Stars 1971Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Flight in Yiktor 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Dare to Go A-Hunting 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Brother to Shadows 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1968–1969)

This two-book science fiction series by Andre Norton follows the adventures of Murdoc Jern across two complete novels published in 1968 and 1969. The Zero Stone introduces the protagonist, while Uncharted Stars continues his story in the sequel. Reading the books in publication order is essential to experiencing the narrative as intended. The series is complete and self-contained within these two volumes.

Start with The Zero Stone and read in order.

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1	The Zero Stone 1968Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Uncharted Stars 1969Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1973–2021)

Andre Norton's non-fiction series consists of two books exploring speculative fiction and women writers in the genre. Gates to Tomorrow was published in 1973, followed by The Scribbling Women, a collaborative work with Jay Watts released in 2021. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Gates to Tomorrow. Though nearly five decades separate the volumes, the series appears to be complete.

Start with Gates to Tomorrow and read in order.

#	Title
1	Gates to Tomorrow 1973Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Scribbling Women(With: Jay Watts) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1954–1957)

This two-book science fiction series by Andre Norton follows humanity's journey beyond Earth. Published between 1954 and 1957, the complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Stars Are Ours! and continuing with Star Born. The novels explore themes of colonization and survival as humanity ventures into the cosmos.

Start with The Stars Are Ours! and read in order.

#	Title
1	The Stars Are Ours! 1954Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Star Born 1957Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1978–2006)

The Quag Keep series consists of two complete fantasy novels published across nearly three decades. Andre Norton's original Quag Keep appeared in 1978, followed by Return to Quag Keep, co-written with Jean Rabe, in 2006. These books should be read in publication order to experience the story as intended. Both volumes are now available for readers seeking Norton's fantasy adventure series.

Start with Quag Keep and read in order.

#	Title
1	Quag Keep 1978Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Return to Quag Keep(With: Jean Rabe) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1961–1962)

Andre Norton's Rebel series consists of three complete books published between 1961 and 1962, following publication order for reading. These science fiction and fantasy novels for young adults should be read sequentially, beginning with Ride Proud, Rebel! and continuing through Rebel Spurs to experience the full story arc.

Start with Ride Proud, Rebel! and read in order.

#	Title
1	Ride Proud, Rebel! 1961Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Rebel Spurs 1962Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1947–1953)

Andre Norton's early science fiction and fantasy collection consists of two complete novellas published between 1947 and 1953. These standalone stories should be read in publication order, beginning with The People Of The Crater. Norton's versatile writing spans fantasy, science fiction, and young adult themes across her varied body of work.

Start with The People Of The Crater and read in order.

#	Title
1	The People Of The Crater 1947Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	All Cats Are Gray 1953Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

8 books (1970–2014)

This eight-book series of short story collections spans from 1970 to 2014 and presents fantasy and science fiction tales by prolific author Andre Norton. The series is now complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with High Sorcery. These compilations gather Norton's shorter works across her signature genres, offering readers varied stories alongside her better-known novels.

Start with High Sorcery, the first of 8 books in the Short Story Collections series.

#	Title
1	High Sorcery 1970Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Book of Andre Norton 1974Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Moon Mirror 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Andre Norton: Fables and Futures 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Wizards' Worlds 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Tales From High Hallack, Volume 1 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Tales from High Hallack, Volume 2 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Tales from High Hallack, Volume 3 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (1955–1998)

The Solar Queen series consists of seven science fiction novels following the crew and adventures of a trading spaceship across the galaxy. Published between 1955 and 1998, the series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Sargasso of Space. The later books feature collaborations with co-authors P.M. Griffin and Sherwood Smith, expanding the universe Andre Norton created in the original entries.

Start with Sargasso of Space, the first of 7 books in the Solar Queen series.

#	Title
1	Sargasso of Space 1955Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Plague Ship 1956Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Voodoo Planet 1959Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Postmarked the Stars 1969Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Redline the Stars(With: P.M. Griffin) 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Derelict for Trade(With: Sherwood Smith) 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	A Mind for Trade(With: Sherwood Smith) 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

47 books (1934–2012)

Andre Norton's collection of 47 standalone novels spans from 1934 to 2012, offering diverse adventures across fantasy, science fiction, and young adult genres. These independent stories should be read in publication order, beginning with The Prince Commands and continuing through works like Star Gate, Star Hunter, Ice Crown, and Dread Companion. The series is complete and showcases Norton's range as a storyteller, with each novel standing on its own merit while reflecting the author's evolving styles across nearly eight decades of writing.

Start with The Prince Commands, the first of 47 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#	Title
1	The Prince Commands 1934Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Ralestone Luck 1938Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Follow the Drum 1942Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Huon of the Horn 1951Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Yankee privateer, 1955Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Sea Siege 1957Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Star Gate 1958Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Secret of the Lost Race 1959Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Shadow Hawk 1960Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Star Hunter 1961Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Operation Time Search 1967Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Stand to Horse 1968Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Dread Companion 1970Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Ice Crown 1970Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Bertie & May 1971Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Breed to Come 1972Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Garan the Eternal 1972Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Here Abide Monsters 1973Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Iron Cage 1974Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20	Outside 1974Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21	Knave Of Dreams 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22	Merlin's Mirror 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23	The White Jade Fox 1975Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24	Perilous Dreams 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25	The Opal-Eyed Fan 1977Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
26	Velvet Shadows 1977Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
27	Wolfshead 1977Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
28	Yurth Burden 1978Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
29	Seven Spells to Sunday 1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
30	Snow Shadow 1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
31	Iron Butterflies 1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
32	Ten Mile Treasure 1981Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
33	Caroline 1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
34	Moon Called 1982Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
35	Wheel of Stars 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
36	House of Shadows 1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
37	Stand and Deliver 1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
38	Serpent's tooth 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
39	Imperial Lady 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
40	The Jekyll Legacy(With: Robert Bloch) 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
41	Sneeze On Sunday 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
42	Empire of the Eagle 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
43	Tiger Burning Bright(With: Mercedes Lackey,Marion Zimmer Bradley) 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
44	The Monster's Legacy 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
45	Darkness and Dawn 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
46	Three Hands for Scorpio 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
47	Murders for Sale 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1976–1979)

The Star Ka'at series by Andre Norton comprises four science fiction novels published between 1976 and 1979. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Star Ka'at and continuing through Star Ka'at World, Star Ka'ats and the Winged Warriors, and concluding with Star Ka'ats and the Plant People. This finished series appeals to young adult readers who enjoy Norton's blend of science fiction and fantasy.

Start with Star Ka'at, the first of 4 books in the Star Ka'at series.

#	Title
1	Star Ka'at 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Star Ka'at World 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Star Ka'ats and the Winged Warriors 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Star Ka'ats and the Plant People 1979Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1988–1999)

This completed fantasy series spans two volumes published between 1988 and 1999, with Tales of the Witch World 2 appearing first followed by Werehunter, a collaboration with Mercedes Lackey. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the series as intended. Andre Norton's signature blend of fantasy worldbuilding creates the foundation for these interconnected tales.

Start with Tales of the Witch World 2 and read in order.

#	Title
1	Tales of the Witch World 2 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Werehunter(By: Mercedes Lackey) 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2000–2008)

Andre Norton's five-book Cycle of Oak, Yew, Ash, and Rowan fantasy series spans from 2000 to 2008 and should be read in publication order beginning with To the King a Daughter. The series continues through Knight or Knave, A Crown Disowned, Dragon Blade, and concludes with The Knight of the Red Beard. This complete series blends fantasy and young adult elements across its interconnected narratives.

Start with To the King a Daughter, the first of 5 books in the The Cycle of Oak, Yew, Ash, and Rowan series.

#	Title
1	To the King a Daughter 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Knight or Knave 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Crown Disowned 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Dragon Blade 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Knight of the Red Beard 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (1965–2009)

Andre Norton's Magic series consists of seven books published between 1965 and 2009, beginning with Steel Magic and concluding with Dragon Mage, a collaboration with Jean Rabe. These fantasy novels should be read in publication order to experience the progression of Norton's magical storytelling across the decades. The complete series showcases Norton's signature blend of wonder and adventure, drawing from her expertise in both fantasy and science fiction for younger readers.

Start with Steel Magic, the first of 7 books in the The Magic series.

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1	Steel Magic 1965Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Dragon Magic 1967Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Octagon Magic 1967Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Fur Magic 1968Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Lavender-Green Magic 1974Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Red Hart Magic 1976Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Dragon Mage(With: Jean Rabe) 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

19 books (2013–2013)

The Pulp Writers is a completed 19-book series of science fiction anthologies edited by Andre Norton, published in 2013. The collection spans multiple volumes featuring pulp-era science fiction stories and should be read in publication order beginning with Anthology of Sci-Fi V1. This series offers readers a comprehensive survey of classic science fiction writing from the pulp magazine tradition.

Start with Anthology of Sci-Fi V1, the first of 19 books in the The Pulp Writers series.

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1	Anthology of Sci-Fi V1 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Anthology of Sci-Fi V10 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Anthology of Sci-Fi V11 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Anthology of Sci-Fi V12 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Anthology of Sci-Fi V13 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Anthology of Sci-Fi V15 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Anthology of Sci-Fi V17 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Anthology of Sci-Fi V18 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Anthology of Sci-Fi V2 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Anthology of Sci-Fi V20 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Anthology of Sci-Fi V21, the Pulp Writers 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Anthology of Sci-Fi V22 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Anthology of Sci-Fi V3 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Anthology of Sci-Fi V4 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Anthology of Sci-Fi V5 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Anthology of Sci-Fi V6 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Anthology of Sci-Fi V7 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Anthology of Sci-Fi V8 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Anthology of Sci-Fi V9 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

12 books (2020–2021)

The Year of the Cat is a 12-book anthology series published between 2020 and 2021, likely complete. Each volume features multiple contributors including editor Kristine Kathryn Rusch, along with various contemporary and classic authors, organized around a central theme related to cats. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Cat of Cozy Situations and concluding with A Cat of Romantic Soul.

Start with A Cat of Cozy Situations(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Ed Gorman,Carole Nelson Douglas,Dean Wesley Smith,W.W. Jacobs,Mary A. Turzillo,Dory Crowe), the first of 12 books in the The Year of the Cat series.

#	Title
1	A Cat of Cozy Situations(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Ed Gorman,Carole Nelson Douglas,Dean Wesley Smith,W.W. Jacobs,Mary A. Turzillo,Dory Crowe) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Cat of Disdainful Looks(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Rudyard Kipling,Stefon Mears,Dean Wesley Smith,Mark Twain,Ray Vukcevich,John Adams,Jodi Lyn Nye) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Cat of Heroic Heart(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Carole Nelson Douglas,E. Nesbit,Jamie Ferguson,Lisa Silverthorne,Stefon Mears,Dean Wesley Smith,Liz Pierce) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	A Cat of Perfect Taste(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Stefon Mears,Dean Wesley Smith,Saki,Charles Dudley Warner,Philip Gilbert Hamerton,Kari Kilgore) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	A Cat of Roving Nature(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Emile Zola,Annie Reed,Stefon Mears,Dory Crowe,C.J. Erick,Sylvia Warner) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	A Cat of Space and Time(With: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Annie Reed,Lisa Silverthorne,Dean Wesley Smith,Cordwainer Smith,Geoffrey A. Landis,Mary Turzillo,Daemon Crowe) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	A Cat of Strange Lands(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,E. Nesbit,Annie Reed,Stefon Mears,Dean Wesley Smith,Kent Patterson,Meyari McFarland,Leigh Saunders) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	A Cat of a Different Color(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Annie Reed,Louisa Swann,Lisa Silverthorne,Dean Wesley Smith,Ray Vukcevich,Dory Crowe) 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	A Cat of Artistic Sensibilities(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Henry Slesar,Joan Aiken,Annie Reed,Stefon Mears,Dean Wesley Smith,Mary Turzillo) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	A Cat of Fantastic Whims(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,E. Nesbit,Jamie Ferguson,Annie Reed,Lisa Silverthorne,Dean Wesley Smith,Geoffrey A. Landis,Liz Pierce) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	A Cat of Feral Instincts(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Arthur Conan Doyle,Edgar Allan Poe,Brigid Collins,Dean Wesley Smith,Pamela Sargent,Jamie McNabb,Mary Turzillo,N. Margaret Campbell) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	A Cat of Romantic Soul(By: Kristine Kathryn Rusch,Anthea Sharp,Annie Reed,Lisa Silverthorne,Bonnie Elizabeth,Dean Wesley Smith,Kari Kilgore) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (1958–2002)

Andre Norton's Time Traders series spans seven science fiction adventures published between 1958 and 2002, following the character Ross Murdock across time and space. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Time Traders and concluding with Atlantis Endgame, with later entries co-written by P.M. Griffin and Sherwood Smith. This is a finished series that combines elements of time travel, exploration, and adventure across its four-decade span.

Start with The Time Traders, the first of 7 books in the Time Traders/Ross Murdock series.

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1	The Time Traders 1958Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Galactic Derelict 1959Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Defiant Agents 1962Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Key Out of Time 1963Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Firehand(With: P.M. Griffin) 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Echoes in Time(With: Sherwood Smith) 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Atlantis Endgame(With: Sherwood Smith) 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (1990–1996)

The Trillium series is a five-book fantasy sequence published between 1990 and 1996, written by Andre Norton in collaboration with Marion Zimmer Bradley and Julian May. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Black Trillium. This collaborative work blends fantasy and science fiction elements across its five installments, concluding with Sky Trillium in 1996.

Start with Black Trillium(With: Marion Zimmer Bradley,Julian May), the first of 5 books in the Trillium series.

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1	Black Trillium(With: Marion Zimmer Bradley,Julian May) 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Blood Trillium(By: Julian May) 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Golden Trillium 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Lady of the Trillium(By: Marion Zimmer Bradley) 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Sky Trillium(By: Julian May) 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (1980–1990)

The Witch World Anthologies series comprises five complete collections published between 1980 and 1990, edited by Andre Norton. These fantasy anthologies feature stories set in Norton's Witch World universe, with various authors contributing tales across the volumes, including collaborations with Robert Bloch and Elisabeth Waters. Readers should begin with Lore of the Witch World and proceed in publication order through the final volume, Tales of the Witch World 3, to experience the full scope of this shared-world series.

Start with Lore of the Witch World, the first of 5 books in the Witch World Anthologies series.

#	Title
1	Lore of the Witch World 1980Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Tales of the Witch World 1(With: Robert Bloch) 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Tales of the Witch World 1(With: Robert Bloch,Mary H. Schaub) 1987
4	Tales of the Witch World 2 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Four from the Witch World 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Tales of the Witch World 3(With: Elisabeth Waters) 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Tales of the Witch World 3(With: Elisabeth Waters,Mary H. Schaub) 1990

3 books (1963–1965)

Andre Norton's Witch World Saga is a three-book fantasy series published between 1963 and 1965. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Witch World, followed by Web of the Witch World, and concluding with Year of the Unicorn. This classic fantasy series established one of Norton's most beloved worlds and remains a foundational work in the genre.

Start with Witch World and read in order.

10 books (1963–2005)

The Estcarp Cycle comprises ten fantasy novels by Andre Norton, beginning with Witch World in 1963 and concluding with The Duke's Ballad in 2005. This complete series should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines spanning across the magical world of Estcarp. The cycle blends fantasy adventure with Norton's signature world-building, creating an immersive experience that deepens as readers progress through the books.

Start with Witch World, the first of 10 books in the Witch World: Estcarp Cycle series.

#	Title
1	Witch World 1963Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Web of the Witch World 1964Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Three Against the Witch World 1965Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Warlock of the Witch World 1967Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Sorceress of the Witch World 1968Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Trey of Swords 1977Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	'Ware Hawk 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	The Gate of the Cat 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Ciara's Song 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	The Duke's Ballad 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

10 books (1972–2005)

The Witch World: High Hallack Cycle is a complete fantasy series comprising ten books published between 1972 and 2005, all set within Andre Norton's expansive Witch World universe. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Spell of the Witch World and concluding with Silver May Tarnish, which was co-written with Lyn McConchie. Several entries feature collaborations with other authors, including A.C. Crispin on Gryphon's Eyrie and Songsmith. This cycle represents one of the major story arcs within the larger Witch World setting.

Start with Spell of the Witch World, the first of 10 books in the Witch World: High Hallack Cycle series.

#	Title
1	Spell of the Witch World 1972Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Crystal Gryphon 1972Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Jargoon Pard 1974Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Zarsthor's Bane 1978Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Gryphon in Glory 1981Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Horn Crown 1981Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Gryphon's Eyrie(With: A.C. Crispin) 1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Were-Wrath 1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Songsmith(With: A.C. Crispin) 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Silver May Tarnish(With: Lyn McConchie) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (1991–1997)

The Witch World: The Turning is a six-book fantasy series set in Andre Norton's Witch World universe, published between 1991 and 1997. Most entries were written collaboratively with authors including P.M. Griffin, Mary Schaub, Sasha Miller, Patricia Mathews, and Lyn McConchie, with the final volume as Norton's solo work. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Storms of Victory and concluding with The Warding of Witch World.

Start with Storms of Victory(With: P.M. Griffin), the first of 6 books in the Witch World: The Turning series.

#	Title
1	Storms of Victory(With: P.M. Griffin) 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Flight of Vengeance(With: P.M. Griffin,Mary H. Schaub) 1992
3	Flight of Vengeance(With: P.M. Griffin,Mary Schaub) 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	On Wings of Magic(With: Sasha Miller,Patricia Mathews) 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Key of the Keplian(With: Lyn McConchie) 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	The Magestone(With: Mary H. Schaub) 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Warding of Witch World 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible