Jane Lindskold Reading Order
13 series Β· 118 books
Jane Lindskold is a prolific American fantasy and science fiction author with a diverse catalog spanning from 1989 to the present. Her work encompasses both standalone novels and interconnected series, including the Artemis Awakening duology and the Athanor sequence, alongside numerous short stories featured in anthologies. With over 115 books published across 13 different series, Lindskold demonstrates considerable range in worldbuilding and narrative structure, appealing to readers who enjoy imaginative speculative fiction with complex settings and character development.
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Anthologies Series
Complete10 books (1994β2025)
Jane Lindskold edited seven complete anthologies spanning fantasy, science fiction, and related genres between 1994 and 2019. These collections should be read in publication order, beginning with Truth Until Paradox and concluding with Straight Outta Deadwood. The series showcases diverse voices and stories across multiple speculative fiction categories, with some entries organized around specific themes or settings.
Start with Truth Until Paradox, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Truth Until Paradox
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Truth Until Paradox |
| 2 | Heaven Sent |
| 3 | The Williamson Effect |
| 4 | Lighthouse Hauntings |
| 5 | Courts of the Fey |
| 6 | Fantasy For Good: A Charitable Anthology |
| 7 | Straight Outta Deadwood |
| 8 | Dreamforge Magazine: Tales of Hope in the Universe; Volume 1 |
| 9 | DreamForge Magazine Issue 17: Open Channels: Stories from DreamForge Anvil |
| 10 | Dreamforge Magazine - Anvil Issue 22: The Art of Connection |
Artemis Awakening Series
Complete2 books (2014β2015)
Artemis Awakening is a two-book fantasy and science fiction series by Jane Lindskold, consisting of Artemis Awakening (2014) and Artemis Invaded (2015). The series is now complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with the first book. Both installments were released within a single year, offering a contained story arc for readers seeking a finished series.
Start with Artemis Awakening and read in order.
Start this series with Artemis Awakening
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Artemis Awakening |
| 2 | Artemis Invaded |
Athanor Series
Complete2 books (1998β1999)
Jane Lindskold's Athanor duology consists of two fantasy novels published in 1998 and 1999, beginning with Changer followed by Legends Walking, also known as Changer's Daughter. This complete series should be read in publication order to follow the narrative progression. The books blend fantasy and science fiction elements characteristic of Lindskold's broader body of work.
Start with Changer and read in order.
Start this series with Changer
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Changer |
| 2 | Legends Walking / Changer's Daughter |
Breaking the Wall Series
Complete3 books (2008β2010)
Jane Lindskold's Breaking the Wall trilogy spans from 2008 to 2010 as a complete series that should be read in publication order, beginning with Thirteen Orphans, followed by Nine Gates, and concluding with Five Odd Honors. This three-book fantasy adventure draws on the author's signature blend of imaginative worldbuilding and intricate plotting.
Start with Thirteen Orphans and read in order.
Start this series with Thirteen Orphans
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Thirteen Orphans |
| 2 | Nine Gates |
| 3 | Five Odd Honors |
Captain Ah-Lee Series
Complete4 books (2000β2011)
The Captain Ah-Lee series consists of four fantasy and science fiction novels by Jane Lindskold published between 2000 and 2011. The complete series includes Endpoint Insurance, Here to There, Star Messenger, and Winner Takes Trouble, which should be read in publication order. This concluded series spans over a decade of releases and offers a finished narrative arc for readers seeking a complete adventure.
Start with Endpoint Insurance, the first of 4 books in the Captain Ah-Lee series.
Start this series with Endpoint Insurance
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Endpoint Insurance |
| 2 | Here to There |
| 3 | Star Messenger |
| 4 | Winner Takes Trouble |
Honorverse Series
Likely Complete59 books (1992β2022)
The Honorverse is a science fiction series spanning 59 books published between 1992 and 2022, likely now complete. While primarily authored by David Weber, the series includes contributions from collaborators including Jane Lindskold, David Drake, S.M. Stirling, Roland J. Green, and Linda Evans, with entries ranging from novels to short stories. Readers should follow publication order to experience the narrative as intended, beginning with On Basilisk Station and progressing through the full chronological sequence of releases.
Start with On Basilisk Station(By: David Weber), the first of 59 books in the Honorverse series.
Start this series with On Basilisk Station(By: David Weber)
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | On Basilisk Station(By: David Weber) |
| 2 | The Honor of the Queen(By: David Weber) |
| 3 | Field of Dishonor(By: David Weber) |
| 4 | The Short Victorious War(By: David Weber) |
| 5 | Flag in Exile(By: David Weber) |
| 6 | Honor Among Enemies(By: David Weber) |
| 7 | In Enemy Hands(By: David Weber) |
| 8 | "A Beautiful Friendship"(By: David Weber) |
| 9 | "A Grand Tour"(By: David Drake) |
| 10 | "A Whiff of Grapeshot"(By: S.M. Stirling) |
| 11 | Echoes of Honor(By: David Weber) |
| 12 | "Deck Load Strike"(By: Roland J. Green) |
| 13 | "Queen's Gambit" |
| 14 | "The Hard Way Home"(By: David Weber) |
| 15 | "The Stray"(By: Linda Evans) |
| 16 | "What Price Dreams?"(By: David Weber) |
| 17 | Ashes of Victory(By: David Weber) |
| 18 | "Changer of Worlds"(By: David Weber) |
| 19 | "From the Highlands"(By: Eric Flint) |
| 20 | "Ms. Midshipwoman Harrington"(By: David Weber) |
| 21 | "Nightfall"(By: David Weber) |
| 22 | War of Honor(By: David Weber) |
| 23 | "A Ship Named Francis"(By: John Ringo,Victor Mitchell) |
| 24 | "Fanatic"(By: Eric Flint) |
| 25 | "Let's Go to Prague"(By: John Ringo) |
| 26 | "Promised Land" |
| 27 | "The Service of the Sword"(By: David Weber) |
| 28 | "With One Stone"(By: Timothy Zahn) |
| 29 | Crown of Slaves(By: David Weber,Eric Flint) |
| 30 | The Shadow of Saganami(By: David Weber) |
| 31 | At All Costs(By: David Weber) |
| 32 | Storm from the Shadows(By: David Weber) |
| 33 | Torch of Freedom(By: David Weber,Eric Flint) |
| 34 | Mission of Honor(By: David Weber) |
| 35 | "An Act of War"(By: Timothy Zahn) |
| 36 | "Let's Dance"(By: David Weber) |
| 37 | "Ruthless" |
| 38 | A Beautiful Friendship(By: David Weber) |
| 39 | A Rising Thunder(By: David Weber) |
| 40 | Fire Season |
| 41 | "A Call to Arms"(By: Timothy Zahn) |
| 42 | "Beauty and the Beast"(By: David Weber) |
| 43 | "By the Book"(By: Charles E. Gannon) |
| 44 | "I Will Build a House of Steel"(By: David Weber) |
| 45 | "Obligated Service"(By: Joelle Presby) |
| 46 | "The Best Laid Plans"(By: David Weber) |
| 47 | Shadow of Freedom(By: David Weber) |
| 48 | Treecat Wars(With: David Weber) |
| 49 | A Call to Duty(By: David Weber,Timothy Zahn) |
| 50 | Cauldron of Ghosts(By: David Weber,Eric Flint) |
| 51 | A Call to Arms(By: David Weber,Timothy Zahn,Thomas Pope) |
| 52 | Shadow of Victory(By: David Weber) |
| 53 | "Our Sacred Honor"(By: David Weber) |
| 54 | A Call to Vengeance(By: David Weber,Timothy Zahn,Thomas Pope) |
| 55 | Dark Fall(By: David Weber) |
| 56 | Uncompromising Honor(By: David Weber) |
| 57 | "Recruiting Exercise"(By: David Weber) |
| 58 | To End in Fire(By: David Weber,Eric Flint) |
| 59 | A Call to Insurrection(By: David Weber,Timothy Zahn,Thomas Pope) |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (1989β2014)
Jane Lindskold's three-book non-fiction series spans from 1989 to 2014 and is now complete. The books should be read in publication order beginning with Chronomaster. This series combines elements across fantasy, science fiction, and non-fiction perspectives, offering insights relevant to readers interested in Lindskold's broader work and literary analysis.
Start with Chronomaster and read in order.
Start this series with Chronomaster
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Chronomaster |
| 2 | Roger Zelazny |
| 3 | Wanderings on Writing |
Over Where Series
Likely Complete3 books (2022β2023)
Jane Lindskold's Over Where series comprises three fantasy novels published between 2022 and 2023. The trilogy consists of Aurora Borealis Bridge, Library of the Sapphire Wind, and House of Rough Diamonds and should be read in publication order. The series appears to be complete.
Start with Aurora Borealis Bridge and read in order.
Start this series with Aurora Borealis Bridge
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Aurora Borealis Bridge |
| 2 | Library of the Sapphire Wind |
| 3 | House of Rough Diamonds |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2015β2015)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Curiosities |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete10 books (1994β2018)
Jane Lindskold's standalone novels collection comprises ten fantasy and science fiction works published between 1994 and 2018, with the series now complete. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Brother to Dragons and Companion to Owls and concluding with Asphodel. The collection includes two collaborations with Roger Zelazny, Donnerjack and Lord Demon, alongside solo works that span various fantasy and speculative fiction themes.
Start with Brother to Dragons, Companion to Owls, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Brother to Dragons, Companion to Owls
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Brother to Dragons, Companion to Owls |
| 2 | Marks of Our Brothers |
| 3 | The Pipes of Orpheus |
| 4 | Smoke and Mirrors |
| 5 | Donnerjack(With: Roger Zelazny) |
| 6 | When the Gods Are Silent |
| 7 | Lord Demon(With: Roger Zelazny) |
| 8 | The Buried Pyramid |
| 9 | Child of a Rainless Year |
| 10 | Asphodel |
Star Kingdom Series
Ongoing5 books (2011β2025)
The Star Kingdom series spans five books published between 2011 and 2025, with new entries still being added to the sequence. Written by Jane Lindskold in collaboration with David Weber, this ongoing series should be read in publication order beginning with A Beautiful Friendship. The books blend elements of fantasy and science fiction across an expanding narrative that continues to develop.
Start with A Beautiful Friendship(By: David Weber), the first of 5 books in the Star Kingdom series.
Start this series with A Beautiful Friendship(By: David Weber)
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | A Beautiful Friendship(By: David Weber) |
| 2 | Fire Season |
| 3 | Treecat Wars(With: David Weber) |
| 4 | A New Clan(With: David Weber) |
| 5 | Friends Indeed(With: David Weber) |
Through Wolf's Eyes / Firekeeper Saga Series
Complete8 books (2001β2020)
Jane Lindskold's Through Wolf's Eyes series spans eight fantasy novels published from 2001 to 2020, following a complete story arc that should be read in publication order. The saga begins with Through Wolf's Eyes and concludes with Wolf's Soul, taking readers through the full journey of this interconnected narrative. This finished series offers a substantial fantasy experience for readers seeking a fully realized multi-book story.
Start with Through Wolf's Eyes, the first of 8 books in the Through Wolf's Eyes / Firekeeper Saga series.
Start this series with Through Wolf's Eyes
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Through Wolf's Eyes |
| 2 | Wolf's Head, Wolf's Heart |
| 3 | The Dragon of Despair |
| 4 | Wolf Captured |
| 5 | Wolf Hunting |
| 6 | Wolf's Blood |
| 7 | Wolf's Search |
| 8 | Wolf's Soul |
Worlds of Honor Series
Ongoing8 books (1998β2025)
The Worlds of Honor series is an eight-book anthology collection spanning from 1998 to 2025, featuring contributions from multiple science fiction authors including David Weber, Eric Flint, John Ringo, and Timothy Zahn. The series remains ongoing and should be read in publication order, beginning with More Than Honor. Each installment brings together original stories set within the same fictional universe, allowing readers to experience different perspectives and narratives within this shared world.
Start with More Than Honor(By: S.M. Stirling,David Weber,David Drake), the first of 8 books in the Worlds of Honor series.
Start this series with More Than Honor(By: S.M. Stirling,David Weber,David Drake)
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | More Than Honor(By: S.M. Stirling,David Weber,David Drake) |
| 2 | Worlds of Honor(With: David Weber,Linda Evans,Roland J. Green) |
| 3 | Changer of Worlds(By: David Weber,Eric Flint) |
| 4 | The Service of the Sword(With: John Ringo,David Weber,Eric Flint,Timothy Zahn,Victor Mitchell) |
| 5 | In Fire Forged(With: David Weber,Timothy Zahn,Andy Presby) |
| 6 | Beginnings(By: David Weber,Timothy Zahn,Charles E. Gannon,Joelle Presby) |
| 7 | What Price Victory?(By: David Weber) |
| 8 | Challenges(By: David Weber) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jane Lindskold written?
- Jane Lindskold has written 118 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 1989 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Jane Lindskold series?
- Here are the first books in Jane Lindskold's series: Anthologies: Truth Until Paradox; Artemis Awakening: Artemis Awakening; Athanor: Changer; Breaking the Wall: Thirteen Orphans; Captain Ah-Lee: Endpoint Insurance.
- What order should I read Jane Lindskold's books?
- We recommend reading Jane Lindskold's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Jane Lindskold still writing new books?
- Yes, Jane Lindskold has 2 ongoing series: Star Kingdom, Worlds of Honor.

