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James Bradley Reading Order

5 series Β· 19 books

James Bradley is a prolific author known for his contributions to speculative fiction, with a recognizable style that intertwines thought-provoking themes and engaging narratives. Over his career spanning from 1994 to 2025, he has penned 19 books across five series, including the popular "The Change," as well as numerous standalone novels, short stories, and anthologies. His notable works reflect a deep exploration of complex concepts within the genre, captivating readers worldwide.

Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2011–2022)

Start with 10 Short Stories You Must Read in 2011, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.

#Title
1
Cover of 10 Short Stories You Must Read in 2011
10 Short Stories You Must Read in 2011
2
Cover of The Best Australian Stories 2012
The Best Australian Stories 2012
3
Cover of The Best Australian Stories 2013
The Best Australian Stories 2013
4
Writing a Novel Anthology, 2013
5
Writing a Novel Anthology, 2014
6
Cover of Where There's Smoke: Outstanding Short Stories by Australian Men
Where There's Smoke: Outstanding Short Stories by Australian Men
7
Cover of Tomorrow's Parties: Life in the Anthropocene
Tomorrow's Parties: Life in the Anthropocene

Collections Series

Complete

1 book (1994–1994)

#Title
1
Paper Nautilus

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

#Title
1
Beauty's Sister

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

7 books (1997–2025)

Start with Wrack, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
2
Cover of The Deep Field
The Deep Field
3
Cover of The Resurrectionist
The Resurrectionist
4
5
Cover of Ghost Species
Ghost Species
6
Cover of Deep Water
Deep Water
7

The Change Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2017–2023)

Start with The Silent Invasion and read in order.

#Title
1
The Silent Invasion
2
Cover of The Buried Ark
The Buried Ark
3
A Vastness of Stars

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has James Bradley written?
James Bradley has written 19 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2025.
What is the first book in each James Bradley series?
Here are the first books in James Bradley's series: Anthologies: 10 Short Stories You Must Read in 2011; The Change: The Silent Invasion.
What order should I read James Bradley's books?
We recommend reading James Bradley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is James Bradley still writing new books?
Yes, James Bradley has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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