Diane Duane Reading Order
27 series · 384 books · Born 1952-05-18
Diane Duane is an American science fiction and fantasy author whose career spanning from 1979 to the present has produced nearly 380 books across 27 series. Best known for the Young Wizards young adult fantasy series and her celebrated Star Trek novels featuring the Rihannsu civilization, Duane crafts imaginative worlds that blend adventure, wonder, and accessible storytelling for readers across age groups. Based in Ireland for much of her career, she has worked across multiple genres including horror and non-fiction, establishing herself as a prolific and versatile voice in speculative fiction.
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Anthologies Series
Ongoing10 books (1985–2024)
Diane Duane's Anthologies series spans ten collections published from 1985 to 2024, ranging across fantasy, science fiction, horror, and adventure genres. These volumes should be read in publication order, beginning with Moonsinger's Friends: An Anthology in Honor of Andre Norton and concluding with the recent Multiverse of Mystery: A Holmes and Watson Anthology. The series remains ongoing and features diverse themed collections including science fiction adventures, media tie-ins, and original stories inspired by various sources.
Start with Moonsinger's Friends: An Anthology in Honor of Andre Norton, the first of 10 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Moonsinger's Friends: An Anthology in Honor of Andre Norton
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Cat Wizards Series
Complete3 books (1997–2011)
Diane Duane's Cat Wizards series consists of three complete fantasy novels published between 1997 and 2011. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with The Book of Night with Moon, followed by To Visit the Queen and concluding with The Big Meow. This series blends fantasy and adventure elements across its three installments.
Start with The Book of Night with Moon and read in order.
Start this series with The Book of Night with Moon
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Graphic Novels Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
Guardians of the Three Series
Complete4 books (1989–1990)
The Guardians of the Three is a completed four-book fantasy and science fiction series published between 1989 and 1990. Each installment was written by Diane Duane in collaboration with a different author: Peter Morwood on Keeper of the City, Bill Fawcett on Lord of Cragsclaw, Matthew J. Costello on Wizard of Tizare, and Jack Lovejoy on Defenders of Ar. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Keeper of the City.
Start with Keeper of the City(With: Peter Morwood), the first of 4 books in the Guardians of the Three series.
Start this series with Keeper of the City(With: Peter Morwood)
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Harbinger Series
Complete3 books (1998–2000)
The Harbinger trilogy by Diane Duane is a three-book science fiction and fantasy series published between 1998 and 2000. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Starrise at Corrivale, followed by Storm at Eldala, and concluding with Nightfall at Algemron. This standalone series blends action, adventure, and speculative elements across its three volumes.
Start with Starrise at Corrivale and read in order.
Start this series with Starrise at Corrivale
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Horror at Halloween Series
Complete5 books (1999–2011)
The Horror at Halloween series comprises five complete books published between 1999 and 2011, with entries by multiple authors including Stephen Jones, Craig Shaw Gardner, and Stephen Bowkett. These standalone horror stories should be read in publication order, beginning with Horror at Halloween and concluding with Tina. The series spans over a decade and offers varied perspectives on Halloween-themed horror from different writers.
Start with Horror at Halloween(By: Stephen Jones), the first of 5 books in the Horror at Halloween series.
Start this series with Horror at Halloween(By: Stephen Jones)
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Complete2 books (2015–2017)
Diane Duane's Interim Errantry is a complete two-book fantasy series published between 2015 and 2017. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Interim Errantry followed by Interim Errantry 2: On Ordeal. This action-driven fantasy series offers a concluded narrative arc across its two volumes.
Start with Interim Errantry and read in order.
Start this series with Interim Errantry
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Complete1 book (2010–2010)
Raetian Tales Series
Complete1 book (2005–2005)
SeaQuest DSV Series
Complete1 book (1993–1993)
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
Space Cops Series
Complete3 books (1991–1992)
Diane Duane and Peter Morwood collaborated on this three-book science fiction series published between 1991 and 1992. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Mindblast, followed by High Moon, and concluding with Kill Station. This finished series combines action and adventure elements within a science fiction framework.
Start with Mindblast(With: Peter Morwood) and read in order.
Start this series with Mindblast(With: Peter Morwood)
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Spider-Man Series
Complete3 books (1994–1996)
Diane Duane's Spider-Man trilogy comprises three complete novels published between 1994 and 1996, each featuring the web-slinger facing off against iconic villains from his rogues gallery. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Venom Factor, followed by The Lizard Sanction, and concluding with The Octopus Agenda. These action-packed adventures blend science fiction and adventure elements as Duane brings her signature storytelling to Marvel's most famous superhero.
Start with Spider-Man: The Venom Factor and read in order.
Start this series with Spider-Man: The Venom Factor
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete3 books (1998–2013)
Diane Duane's three fantasy and science fiction standalone novels were published between 1998 and 2013. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with On Her Majesty's Wizardly Service, followed by Stealing the Elf-King's Roses, and concluding with Uchenna's Apples. Each book stands alone as an independent story while maintaining thematic connections across the collection.
Start with On Her Majesty's Wizardly Service and read in order.
Start this series with On Her Majesty's Wizardly Service
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Star Trek Series
Complete1 book (2004–2004)
Star Trek: TOS Series
Complete62 books (1982–2013)
The Star Trek: TOS series comprises 61 novels published between 1982 and 2013, featuring various authors exploring adventures of the original Enterprise crew. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Abode of Life and concluding in 2013. The novels expand upon the characters and storylines from the classic television series with science fiction narratives spanning decades of publication.
Start with The Abode of Life(By: Lee Correy), the first of 61 books in the Star Trek: TOS series.
Start this series with The Abode of Life(By: Lee Correy)
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Star Trek: TOS (Original) Series
Ongoing113 books (1981–2026)
The Star Trek: TOS Original series comprises 112 novels expanding on the adventures of the USS Enterprise and its iconic crew, published continuously from 1981 through 2025. Written by multiple authors including Diane Duane, Vonda N. McIntyre, and numerous other science fiction writers, these books follow publication order and should be read sequentially beginning with The Entropy Effect. The series remains ongoing, offering fans decades of interconnected stories that bridge the original television series with subsequent Star Trek eras.
Start with Entropy Effect(By: Vonda N. McIntyre,Leonard Nimoy,George Takei), the first of 112 books in the Star Trek: TOS (Original) series.
Start this series with Entropy Effect(By: Vonda N. McIntyre,Leonard Nimoy,George Takei)
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Star Trek: TOS: Rihannsu Series
Complete5 books (1984–2006)
The Rihannsu series comprises five complete Star Trek novels by Diane Duane, with one co-written with Peter Morwood, published between 1984 and 2006. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with My Enemy, My Ally and continuing through The Romulan Way, Honor Blade, Swordhunt, and concluding with The Empty Chair. The series follows the complex history and culture of the Romulan Empire within the Star Trek universe, offering an extended exploration of one of the franchise's most intriguing civilizations.
Start with My Enemy, My Ally, the first of 5 books in the Star Trek: TOS: Rihannsu series.
Start this series with My Enemy, My Ally
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Star Trek: The Next Generation Series
Complete73 books (1987–2015)
This series comprises 72 novels set in the Star Trek: The Next Generation universe, written by various authors including Diane Duane, Peter David, and others. Published between 1987 and 2015, the series is now complete and should be read in publication order to follow the chronological adventures of Captain Picard and the USS Enterprise-D crew. Begin with Encounter at Farpoint and progress through the full sequence to experience the complete narrative arc of these interconnected stories.
Start with Encounter at Farpoint(By: David Gerrold), the first of 72 books in the Star Trek: The Next Generation series.
Start this series with Encounter at Farpoint(By: David Gerrold)
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Star Trek: The Next Generation (Original) Series
Likely Complete35 books (1989–2021)
This series comprises 35 novels set in the Star Trek: The Next Generation universe, published between 1989 and 2021, written by multiple authors including Diane Duane, Michael Jan Friedman, Peter David, and others. The series is likely complete and should be read in publication order to follow the narrative continuity. These books expand on the adventures of the Enterprise-D crew and explore storylines beyond the television series, beginning with A Call to Darkness and continuing through to the most recent entries.
Start with A Call to Darkness(By: Michael Jan Friedman), the first of 35 books in the Star Trek: The Next Generation (Original) series.
Start this series with A Call to Darkness(By: Michael Jan Friedman)
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Star Trek: The Originals Series
Complete1 book (2006–2006)
The Outer Limits Collections Series
Complete3 books (1996–1998)
This three-book collection series was published between 1996 and 1998 and is now complete. The volumes should be read in publication order, beginning with Volume 1, followed by Volume Three, and concluding with Volume Two. These science fiction and horror collections span fantasy and adventure genres, offering stories that blend speculative and thrilling elements.
Start with The Outer Limits, Volume 1 and read in order.
Start this series with The Outer Limits, Volume 1
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The Tale of the Five Series
Complete4 books (1979–2018)
The Tale of the Five is a complete fantasy series by Diane Duane consisting of three main books published between 1979 and 1992, with an additional related work called The Levin-Gad. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Door Into Fire and continuing through The Door Into Shadow and The Door Into Sunset. This concluded series blends fantasy and science fiction elements across its interconnected narrative.
Start with The Door Into Fire and read in order.
Start this series with The Door Into Fire
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Tom Clancy's Net Force Explorers Series
Complete20 books (1998–2003)
Tom Clancy's Net Force Explorers is a 19-book science fiction series written by multiple authors including Diane Duane, Bill McCay, Marc Cerashi, and Mel Odom. Published between 1998 and 2003, the series is now complete and should be read in publication order beginning with The Deadliest Game. The books follow young members of a fictional cyberspace exploration organization as they navigate virtual worlds and digital challenges.
Start with The Deadliest Game(By: Bill McCay), the first of 19 books in the Tom Clancy's Net Force Explorers series.
Start this series with The Deadliest Game
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X-Com Series
Complete1 book (1995–1995)
X-Men Adventures Series
Complete10 books (1994–2007)
The X-Men Adventures series consists of ten books published between 1994 and 2007, featuring stories set in the Marvel X-Men universe. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Irresistible Force. Each book in the series is written by a different author, including contributions from Ralph Macchio, Eluki bes Shahar, Dean Wesley Smith, and others, offering varied perspectives on X-Men adventures across the span of thirteen years.
Start with The Irresistible Force(By: Ralph Macchio), the first of 10 books in the X-Men Adventures series.
Start this series with The Irresistible Force(By: Ralph Macchio)
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Young Wizards Series
Complete15 books (1983–2016)
The Young Wizards series comprises fifteen fantasy and science fiction novels by Diane Duane, published between 1983 and 2016. The sequence follows publication order beginning with So You Want to Be a Wizard and concluding with the dual volumes On Ordeal: Mamvish fsh Wimsih and On Ordeal: Roshaun ke Nelaid. The complete series blends action and adventure with magical and otherworldly elements across its full span. Readers should begin with the first book and progress through in order to experience the full narrative arc.
Start with So You Want to Be a Wizard, the first of 15 books in the Young Wizards series.
Start this series with So You Want to Be a Wizard
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Diane Duane written?
- Diane Duane has written 384 books across 27 series. Their published works span from 1979 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Diane Duane series?
- Here are the first books in Diane Duane's series: Anthologies: Moonsinger's Friends: An Anthology in Honor of Andre Norton; Cat Wizards: The Book of Night with Moon; Guardians of the Three: Keeper of the City(With: Peter Morwood); Harbinger: Starrise at Corrivale; Horror at Halloween: Horror at Halloween(By: Stephen Jones).
- What order should I read Diane Duane's books?
- We recommend reading Diane Duane's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Diane Duane still writing new books?
- Yes, Diane Duane has 2 ongoing series: Anthologies, Star Trek: TOS (Original).