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 Complete7 books (2011β2022)
Start with 10 Short Stories You Must Read in 2011, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10 Short Stories You Must Read in 2011 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Best Australian Stories 2012 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Best Australian Stories 2013 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Writing a Novel Anthology, 2013 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Writing a Novel Anthology, 2014 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Where There's Smoke: Outstanding Short Stories by Australian Men 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Tomorrow's Parties: Life in the Anthropocene 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
Collections Series
Complete1 book (1994β1994)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Paper Nautilus 1994Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2012β2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Beauty's Sister 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing7 books (1997β2025)
Start with Wrack, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wrack 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Deep Field 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Resurrectionist 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Clade 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Ghost Species 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Deep Water 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Landfall 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
The Change Series
Likely Complete3 books (2017β2023)
Start with The Silent Invasion and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Silent Invasion 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Buried Ark 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | A Vastness of Stars 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
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.

