J.M. Clarke Reading Order
6 series Β· 27 books
J.M. Clarke is a prolific author known for their engaging storytelling in the fantasy genre, with a notable focus on sword and sorcery themes. With an impressive portfolio of 27 books across six series, including works like Mark of the Fool and Oaths Blood & Coin, they have captivated readers since their debut in 2022. Clarke's unique contributions to light novels and anthologies, such as A Book of Blades, showcase their versatility and creativity within the genre.
A Book of Blades: Sword and Sorcery Anthology Series
Likely Complete2 books (2022β2023)
Start with A Book of Blades and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Book of Blades 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | A Book of Blades: Volume II 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2022β2022)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | New Edge Sword & Sorcery Magazine #0 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
Mark of the Fool Series
Ongoing10 books (2022β2025)
Start with Mark of the Fool, the first of 10 books in the Mark of the Fool series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mark of the Fool 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Mark of the Fool 2 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Mark of the Fool 3 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Mark of the Fool 4 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Mark of the Fool 5 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Mark of the Fool 6 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Mark of the Fool 7 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Mark of the Fool 8 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Mark of the Fool 10 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Mark of the Fool 9 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Mark of the Fool (Light Novel) Series
Ongoing4 books (2025β2026)
Start with Mark of the Fool Vol. 2, the first of 4 books in the Mark of the Fool (Light Novel) series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mark of the Fool Vol. 2 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Mark of the FoolVol. 1 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Mark of the Fool Vol. 3 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Mark of the FoolVol. 4(With: Adam Cahoon,Natsujirushi) 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
Oaths Blood & Coin Series
Ongoing2 books (2025β2026)
Start with Oaths and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Oaths 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Blood 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
Rune Seeker Series
Ongoing8 books (2023β2026)
Start with Rune Seeker, the first of 8 books in the Rune Seeker series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rune Seeker 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Rune Seeker 2 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Rune Seeker 3 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Rune Seeker 4 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Rune Seeker 5 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Rune Seeker 6 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Rune Seeker 7 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Rune Seeker 8 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has J.M. Clarke written?
- J.M. Clarke has written 27 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2022 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each J.M. Clarke series?
- Here are the first books in J.M. Clarke's series: A Book of Blades: Sword and Sorcery Anthology: A Book of Blades; Mark of the Fool: Mark of the Fool; Mark of the Fool (Light Novel): Mark of the Fool Vol. 2; Oaths Blood & Coin: Oaths; Rune Seeker: Rune Seeker.
- What order should I read J.M. Clarke's books?
- We recommend reading J.M. Clarke's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is J.M. Clarke still writing new books?
- Yes, J.M. Clarke has 4 ongoing series: Mark of the Fool, Mark of the Fool (Light Novel), Oaths Blood & Coin, Rune Seeker.

