C. Robert Cargill Reading Order
4 series · 9 books · Born 1975
C. Robert Cargill is an American horror writer and screenwriter whose work spans novels, short fiction, and film. Best known for crafting psychological and supernatural stories, Cargill blends unsettling atmospheres with complex narratives across his fantasy-horror series Dreams & Shadows and the science fiction novel Sea of Rust. Beyond his fiction, he has contributed scripts to major films including Sinister, Doctor Strange, and The Black Phone, bringing his distinctive voice for dark storytelling to the screen.
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Anthologies Series
Ongoing3 books (2007–2024)
C. Robert Cargill has edited three horror anthologies published between 2007 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. These collections should be read in publication order, beginning with Tome of Artifacts, followed by The Blumhouse Book of Nightmares: The Haunted City, and most recently Haunted Reels: Stories from the Minds of Professional Filmmakers.
Start with Tome of Artifacts and read in order.
Start this series with Tome of Artifacts
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Collections Series
Complete1 book (2018–2018)
Dreams & Shadows Series
Complete2 books (2013–2014)
This complete horror series consists of two books published between 2013 and 2014. Both Dreams and Shadows and Queen of the Dark Things should be read in publication order to experience the story as intended. The series concludes with the second installment.
Start with Dreams and Shadows and read in order.
Start this series with Dreams and Shadows
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Sea of Rust Series
Ongoing3 books (2017–2025)
C. Robert Cargill's Sea of Rust series comprises three horror novels published between 2017 and 2025, with the series currently ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Sea of Rust, followed by Day Zero, and concluding with All the Ash We Leave Behind. This series offers horror fans a continuing narrative that unfolds across its installments.
Start with Sea of Rust and read in order.
Start this series with Sea of Rust
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has C. Robert Cargill written?
- C. Robert Cargill has written 9 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each C. Robert Cargill series?
- Here are the first books in C. Robert Cargill's series: Anthologies: Tome of Artifacts; Dreams & Shadows: Dreams and Shadows; Sea of Rust: Sea of Rust.
- What order should I read C. Robert Cargill's books?
- We recommend reading C. Robert Cargill's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is C. Robert Cargill still writing new books?
- Yes, C. Robert Cargill has 2 ongoing series: Anthologies, Sea of Rust.