Guy Gavriel Kay Reading Order
6 series · 18 books · Born 7 November 1954
Guy Gavriel Kay is a renowned Canadian fantasy writer celebrated for his richly crafted narratives that blend historical elements with imaginative realms. Over his prolific career, spanning from 1984 to 2025, he has authored 18 books across six series, with notable works including The Fionavar Tapestry and The Sarantine Mosaic. His unique approach to storytelling often reflects real historical periods, captivating readers with both standalone novels and short story collections.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Finding the Words 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2002–2002)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Beyond This Dark House: Poems 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing9 books (1990–2025)
Start with Tigana, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
The Fionavar Tapestry Series
Complete3 books (1984–1986)
Start with The Summer Tree and read in order.
The Sarantine Mosaic Series
Complete2 books (1998–2000)
Start with Sailing to Sarantium and read in order.
Under Heaven Series
Complete2 books (2010–2013)
Start with Under Heaven and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Guy Gavriel Kay written?
- Guy Gavriel Kay has written 18 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1984 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Guy Gavriel Kay series?
- Here are the first books in Guy Gavriel Kay's series: The Fionavar Tapestry: The Summer Tree; The Sarantine Mosaic: Sailing to Sarantium; Under Heaven: Under Heaven.
- What order should I read Guy Gavriel Kay's books?
- We recommend reading Guy Gavriel Kay's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Guy Gavriel Kay still writing new books?
- Yes, Guy Gavriel Kay has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.