Brian Staveley Reading Order
4 series · 10 books
Brian Staveley is an American fantasy author known for intricate, interconnected storylines spanning multiple series within a shared universe. His primary work, the Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne trilogy, established a dark and complex epic fantasy world that he has continued to expand through the Ashes of the Unhewn Throne sequel series and the prequel novel Skullsworn, along with various short stories that deepen the overall mythology. Published between 2014 and 2021, his ten books showcase a commitment to layered worldbuilding and character-driven narrative across interconnected fantasy narratives.
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Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (2016–2018)
Brian Staveley's three-book anthology series spans from 2016 to 2018 and presents a complete collection of fantasy stories. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2015 Edition, followed by Unbound and Art of War. Each entry functions as a standalone anthology while maintaining continuity across the series.
Start with Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2015 Edition and read in order.
Start this series with Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2015 Edition
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Ashes Of The Unhewn Throne Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
Chronicle Of The Unhewn Throne Series
Complete4 books (2014–2017)
The Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne is a completed four-book epic fantasy series by Brian Staveley published between 2014 and 2017. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Emperor's Blades and continuing through The Providence of Fire, The Last Mortal Bond, and concluding with Skullsworn. This is an interconnected narrative that builds across all four installments.
Start with The Emperor's Blades, the first of 4 books in the Chronicle Of The Unhewn Throne series.
Start this series with The Emperor's Blades
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2015–2015)
Brian Staveley's two-book fantasy collection comprises The Last Abbot of Ashk'lan and The Log Goblin, both published in 2015. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Last Abbot of Ashk'lan and continuing with The Log Goblin.
Start with The Last Abbot of Ashk’lan and read in order.
Start this series with The Last Abbot of Ashk’lan
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- How many books has Brian Staveley written?
- Brian Staveley has written 10 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2014 to 2021.
- What is the first book in each Brian Staveley series?
- Here are the first books in Brian Staveley's series: Anthologies: Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2015 Edition; Chronicle Of The Unhewn Throne: The Emperor's Blades; Short Stories/Novellas: The Last Abbot of Ashk’lan.
- What order should I read Brian Staveley's books?
- We recommend reading Brian Staveley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Brian Staveley's series complete?
- Brian Staveley has 4 completed series.