Reading Order List β€” Book Series Reading Order Guide

C.E. Murphy Reading Order

21 series Β· 74 books

C.E. Murphy is a prolific author known for her imaginative works across fantasy and urban fantasy genres. With an impressive catalog of 74 titles spanning 21 series, her most recognized works include the Austen Chronicle and the Guildmaster Saga. Active from 2002 to 2026, Murphy continues to captivate readers with her unique storytelling style and richly crafted worlds.

Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2005–2022)

Start with Winter Moon, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.

#Title
1
Cover of Winter Moon
Winter Moon
2
Cover of Dragon's Lure
Dragon's Lure
3
Running with the Pack
4
The Phantom Queen Awakes
5
Don't Read This Book
6
Love and Darker Passions

Austen Chronicle Series

Complete

1 book (2016–2016)

#Title
1
Cover of Magic & Manners
Magic & Manners

Border Kingdom Series

Ongoing

3 books (2017–2026)

Start with Roses in Amber and read in order.

#Title
1
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Roses in Amber
2
Wintergate
3
Bone & Blood

Collected Tales of the Old Races Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2018)

Start with Year of Miracles and read in order.

#Title
1
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Year of Miracles
2
Baba Yaga's Daughter
3
Cover of Kiss of Angels
Kiss of Angels

Graphic Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2009–2009)

#Title
1
Cover of Take a Chance
Take a Chance

Guildmaster Saga Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2017–2023)

Start with Seamaster, the first of 5 books in the Guildmaster Saga series.

#Title
1
2
Cover of Stonemaster
Stonemaster
3
4
5
Cover of Witchmaster
Witchmaster

Inheritors' Cycle Series

Complete

2 books (2008–2009)

Start with The Queen's Bastard and read in order.

#Title
1
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The Queen's Bastard
2
Cover of The Pretender's Crown
The Pretender's Crown

Judges Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2018–2021)

Start with Lone Wolf(By: George Mann), the first of 8 books in the Judges series.

#Title
1
Lone Wolf(By: George Mann)
2
The Avalanche(By: Michael Carroll)
3
Golgotha(By: Michael Carroll)
4
When the Light Lay Still(By: Charles J. Eskew)
5
Psyche(By: Maura McHugh)
6
The Patriots(By: Joseph Elliott-Coleman)
7
Necessary Evil(By: Michael Carroll)
8
What Measure Ye Mete

Lovelorn Lads Series

Complete

1 book (2017–2017)

#Title
1
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Bewitching Benedict

Negotiator Trilogy/Old Races Universe Series

Complete

5 books (2007–2012)

Start with Heart of Stone, the first of 5 books in the Negotiator Trilogy/Old Races Universe series.

#Title
1
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Heart of Stone
2
Cover of Hands Of Flame
Hands Of Flame
3
Cover of House of Cards
House of Cards
4
The Old Races: Aftermath
5
The Old Races: Origins

Redeemer Wars Series

Complete

1 book (2008–2008)

#Title
1

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2015–2023)

Start with Stone's Throe and read in order.

#Title
1
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Stone's Throe
2
Through the Fire

Strongbox Chronicles Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2006)

Start with The Cardinal Rule and read in order.

#Title
1
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The Cardinal Rule
2
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The Firebird Deception
3
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The Phoenix Law

The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy Series

Complete

3 books (2002–2007)

Start with The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: Alchemy with Words and read in order.

#Title
1
The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: Alchemy with Words
2
Cover of The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: The Opus Magnus
The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: The Opus Magnus
3
The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: The Author's Grimoire

The Heartstrike Chronicles Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2020)

Start with Atlantis Fallen and read in order.

#Title
1
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Atlantis Fallen
2
From Coffin to Grave
3
Coming to America

The Rising Series

Complete

3 books (2019–2020)

Start with Siryn and read in order.

#Title
1
2
3
Them Shoes

The Torn Series

Complete

1 book (2021–2021)

#Title
1
Practical Boots

Walker Papers Series

Complete

13 books (2005–2020)

Start with Urban Shaman, the first of 13 books in the Walker Papers series.

#Title
1
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Urban Shaman
2
Cover of Thunderbird Falls
Thunderbird Falls
3
Cover of Coyote Dreams
Coyote Dreams
4
Walking Dead
5
Cover of Demon Hunts
Demon Hunts
6
Cover of Spirit Dances
Spirit Dances
7
Easy Pickings(With: Faith Hunter)
8
Cover of Raven Calls
Raven Calls
9
Cover of Mountain Echoes
Mountain Echoes
10
Rabbit Tricks
11
Cover of Shaman Rises
Shaman Rises
12
Slaying the Dragon
13
Banshee Cries

Walker Papers Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

#Title
1
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No Dominion

Walker Papers Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

7 books (2011–2020)

Start with A Garrison Report: Magic Hath An Element, the first of 7 books in the Walker Papers Short Stories/Novellas series.

#Title
1
A Garrison Report: Magic Hath An Element
2
Twenty Years Later
3
Band-Aids and Bog-Men
4
5
The Rising Green
6
Forgotten but by a Few
7
Ghost Rider

Worldwalker Duology Series

Complete

2 books (2010–2011)

Start with Truthseeker and read in order.

#Title
1
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Truthseeker
2

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has C.E. Murphy written?
C.E. Murphy has written 74 books across 21 series. Their published works span from 2002 to 2026.
What is the first book in each C.E. Murphy series?
Here are the first books in C.E. Murphy's series: Anthologies: Winter Moon; Border Kingdom: Roses in Amber; Collected Tales of the Old Races: Year of Miracles; Guildmaster Saga: Seamaster; Inheritors' Cycle: The Queen's Bastard.
What order should I read C.E. Murphy's books?
We recommend reading C.E. Murphy's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is C.E. Murphy still writing new books?
Yes, C.E. Murphy has 1 ongoing series: Border Kingdom.

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