Greg Keyes Reading Order
12 series Β· 72 books
Greg Keyes is an acclaimed American author known for his engaging contributions to the science fiction and fantasy genres. With a prolific career spanning from 1988 to 2026, he has penned 72 books across 12 series, including the popular "Age of Unreason" and "Chosen of the Changeling." Keyes is best recognized for his intricate storytelling and world-building, particularly evident in his celebrated series like "The Elder Scrolls" and "Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone."
Age of Unreason Series
Complete4 books (1998β2001)
Start with Newton's Cannon, the first of 4 books in the Age of Unreason series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Newton's Cannon 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | A Calculus of Angels 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Empire of Unreason 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Shadows of God 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
Babylon 5 Omniverse Series
Complete8 books (1988β1999)
Start with Dark Genesis(As: J. Gregory Keyes), the first of 8 books in the Babylon 5 Omniverse series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dark Genesis(As: J. Gregory Keyes) 1988Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Blood Oath(By: John Vornholt) 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Voices(By: John Vornholt) 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Clark's Law(By: Jim Mortimore) 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Signs and Portents(By: Jane Killick) 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | The Coming of Shadows(By: Jane Killick) 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Deadly Relations(As: J. Gregory Keyes) 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Final Reckoning(As: J. Gregory Keyes) 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
Chosen of the Changeling Series
Complete2 books (1996β1997)
Start with The Waterborn and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Waterborn 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Blackgod 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
Independence Day Series
Complete5 books (1996β2016)
Start with Independence Day: Novelisation(By: Dean Devlin), the first of 5 books in the Independence Day series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Independence Day: Novelisation(By: Dean Devlin) 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Silent Zone(By: Stephen Molstad) 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | War in the Desert(By: Stephen Molstad) 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Crucible 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Resurgence(By: Alexander C. Irvine) 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone Series
Complete4 books (2002β2008)
Start with The Briar King, the first of 4 books in the Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Briar King 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Charnel Prince 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Blood Knight 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Born Queen 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
MonsterVerse Series
Ongoing10 books (2014β2026)
Start with Godzilla - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Greg Cox), the first of 10 books in the MonsterVerse series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Godzilla - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Greg Cox) 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Godzilla: Awakening(By: Max Borenstein,Greg Borenstein) 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Kong: Skull Island - The Official Movie Novelization(By: Tim Lebbon) 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Skull Island: The Birth of Kong(By: Arvid Nelson) 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Godzilla: Aftershock(By: Arvid Nelson) 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Godzilla: King of the Monsters - The Official Movie Novelization 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Godzilla vs. Kong: The Official Movie Novelization 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | GvK Godzilla Dominion 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - The Official Movie Novelization 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | The Monarch Files 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
Planet of the Apes Series
Complete2 books (2014β2017)
Start with Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Firestorm and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Firestorm 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | War for the Planet of the Apes: Revelations 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing5 books (2013β2024)
Start with Thor: The Dark World, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Thor: The Dark World 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Footsteps in the Sky 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Interstellar 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Basilisk Throne 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | The Wind that Sweeps the Stars 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Star Wars: The New Jedi Order Series
Complete26 books (1999β2006)
Start with Dark Tide, Book I: Onslaught(By: Michael A. Stackpole), the first of 26 books in the Star Wars: The New Jedi Order series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dark Tide, Book I: Onslaught(By: Michael A. Stackpole) 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Vector Prime(By: R.A. Salvatore) 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Agents of Chaos II: Jedi Eclipse(By: James Luceno) 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Agents of Chaos, Book I: Hero's Trial(By: James Luceno) 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Balance Point(By: Kathy Tyers,Michael Cumpsty) 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Dark Tide Onslaught(By: Michael A. Stackpole) 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Dark Tide, Book II: Ruin(By: Michael A. Stackpole) 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Edge of Victory, Book I : Conquest 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Edge of Victory, Book II: Rebirth 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Recovery - Short Story(By: Troy Denning) 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | Star by Star(By: Troy Denning) 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | Dark Journey(By: Elaine Cunningham) 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 13 | Destiny's Way(By: Walter Jon Williams) 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 14 | Emissary of the Void 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 15 | Enemy Lines I: Rebel Dream(By: Aaron Allston) 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 16 | Enemy Lines II: Rebel Stand(By: Aaron Allston) 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 17 | The Apprentice(By: Elaine Cunningham) 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 18 | Traitor(By: Matthew Woodring Stover) 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 19 | Ylesia(By: Walter Jon Williams) 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 20 | Force Heretic, Book I: Remnant(By: Sean Williams,Shane Dix) 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 21 | Force Heretic, Book II: Refugee(By: Sean Williams,Shane Dix) 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 22 | Force Heretic, Book III: Reunion(By: Sean Williams,Shane Dix) 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 23 | Star Wars: The New Jedi Order - The Final Prophecy 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 24 | The Final Prophecy 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 25 | The Unifying Force(By: James Luceno) 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 26 | Boba Fett: A Practical Man(By: Karen Traviss) 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
The Elder Scrolls Series
Complete2 books (2009β2011)
Start with The Infernal City and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Infernal City 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Lord of Souls 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
The High and Faraway Series
Likely Complete3 books (2018β2021)
Start with The Reign of the Departed and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Reign of the Departed 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Kingdoms of the Cursed 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Realms of the Deathless 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
XCOM 2 Series
Complete1 book (2015β2015)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | XCOM 2 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Greg Keyes written?
- Greg Keyes has written 72 books across 12 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Greg Keyes series?
- Here are the first books in Greg Keyes's series: Age of Unreason: Newton's Cannon; Babylon 5 Omniverse: Dark Genesis(As: J. Gregory Keyes); Chosen of the Changeling: The Waterborn; Independence Day: Independence Day: Novelisation(By: Dean Devlin); Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone: The Briar King.
- What order should I read Greg Keyes's books?
- We recommend reading Greg Keyes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Greg Keyes still writing new books?
- Yes, Greg Keyes has 2 ongoing series: MonsterVerse, Standalone Novels.

