Reading Order List β€” Book Series Reading Order Guide

Jeff Crook Reading Order

9 series Β· 30 books

Jeff Crook is an American fantasy author who has contributed significantly to the Dragonlance universe through multiple interconnected series spanning from the late 1990s through the mid-2010s. His work blends immersive world-building with accessible storytelling, producing over thirty books that explore the complex history and characters of this established fantasy setting. Beyond his novels, Crook has also worked as a technical writer, bringing clarity and precision to his creative narratives.

Are you Jeff Crook? Add a note for your readers β†’

Anthologies Series

Complete

4 books (1997–2010)

The Anthologies series is a collection of four complete books edited by Jeff Crook, published between 1997 and 2010. These works span fantasy and non-fiction content across diverse anthology formats, including gaming supplements and short fiction collections. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Dungeon #64: Adventures for TSR Role-Playing Games and concluding with Cat Tales 2: Fantastic Feline Fiction.

Start with Dungeon #64: Adventures for TSR Role-Playing Games, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with Dungeon #64: Adventures for TSR Role-Playing Games

Buy Book 1 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ§ Listen free on Audible
#Title
1
Cover of Dungeon #64: Adventures for TSR Role-Playing Games
Dungeon #64: Adventures for TSR Role-Playing Games
2
Cover of Best of Memphis Anthology 2003
Best of Memphis Anthology 2003
3
4
Cover of Cat Tales 2: Fantastic Feline Fiction
Cat Tales 2: Fantastic Feline Fiction

Dragonlance: Bertrem's Guides Series

Complete

3 books (2000–2002)

The Dragonlance: Bertrem's Guides series is a three-book collection of fantasy reference materials published between 2000 and 2002, now complete. These guides blend fictional narrative with world-building details, following the events of the Age of Mortals and the War of Souls storylines. Readers should approach the series in publication order, beginning with Bertrem's Guide to the Age of Mortals and continuing through the two-volume War of Souls guide.

Start with Bertrem's Guide to the Age of Mortals(By: Paul B. Thompson) and read in order.

Start this series with Bertrem's Guide to the Age of Mortals(By: Paul B. Thompson)

Buy Book 1 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ§ Listen free on Audible
#Title
1
Cover of Bertrem's Guide to the Age of Mortals(By: Paul B. Thompson)
Bertrem's Guide to the Age of Mortals(By: Paul B. Thompson)
2
Cover of Bertrem's Guide to the War of Souls, Volume One
Bertrem's Guide to the War of Souls, Volume One
3
Cover of Bertrem's Guide to the War of Souls, Volume Two(By: Mary H. Herbert)
Bertrem's Guide to the War of Souls, Volume Two(By: Mary H. Herbert)

Dragonlance: Bridges of Time Series

Complete

5 books (1998–1999)

The Dragonlance: Bridges of Time series comprises five complete fantasy novels published between 1998 and 1999, set within the broader Dragonlance world. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Legacy of Steel by Mary H. Herbert and continuing through Spirit of the Wind and Dezra's Quest by Chris Pierson, followed by The Rose and the Skull and concluding with The Silver Stair by Jean Rabe. The series brings together multiple authors to tell interconnected stories within the Dragonlance universe.

Start with Legacy of Steel(By: Mary H. Herbert), the first of 5 books in the Dragonlance: Bridges of Time series.

Start this series with Legacy of Steel(By: Mary H. Herbert)

Buy Book 1 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ§ Listen free on Audible
#Title
1
Cover of Legacy of Steel(By: Mary H. Herbert)
Legacy of Steel(By: Mary H. Herbert)
2
Cover of Spirit of the Wind(By: Chris Pierson)
Spirit of the Wind(By: Chris Pierson)
3
Dezra's Quest(By: Chris Pierson)
4
Cover of The Rose and the Skull
The Rose and the Skull
5
Cover of The Silver Stair(By: Jean Rabe)
The Silver Stair(By: Jean Rabe)

Dragonlance: Crossroads Series

Complete

5 books (2000–2003)

The Dragonlance: Crossroads series comprises five fantasy novels published between 2000 and 2003, with each book written by a different author including Mary H. Herbert, Stephen D. Sullivan, and Paul B. Thompson. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Clandestine Circle and concluding with The Middle of Nowhere. The books are set within the established Dragonlance universe and are best experienced sequentially to follow the interconnected narrative.

Start with The Clandestine Circle(By: Mary H. Herbert), the first of 5 books in the Dragonlance: Crossroads series.

Start this series with The Clandestine Circle(By: Mary H. Herbert)

Buy Book 1 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ§ Listen free on Audible
#Title
1
The Clandestine Circle(By: Mary H. Herbert)
2
3
Cover of Dragon's Bluff(By: Mary H. Herbert)
Dragon's Bluff(By: Mary H. Herbert)
4
Cover of The Dragon Isles(By: Stephen D. Sullivan)
The Dragon Isles(By: Stephen D. Sullivan)
5
The Middle of Nowhere(By: Paul B. Thompson)

Dragonlance: The Age of Mortals Series

Complete

6 books (2001–2004)

The Dragonlance: The Age of Mortals series comprises six fantasy novels published between 2001 and 2004, with contributions from Jeff Crook, Nancy Varian Berberick, Jean Rabe, and Douglas Niles. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Conundrum and concluding with Wizards' Conclave. The books explore the world of Krynn during a period of significant change and upheaval following the departure of the gods.

Start with Conundrum, the first of 6 books in the Dragonlance: The Age of Mortals series.

#Title
1
2
Cover of The Lioness(By: Nancy Varian Berberick)
The Lioness(By: Nancy Varian Berberick)
3
4
Cover of Prisoner of Haven(By: Nancy Varian Berberick)
Prisoner of Haven(By: Nancy Varian Berberick)
5
The Lake of Death(By: Jean Rabe)
6
Cover of Wizards' Conclave(By: Douglas Niles)
Wizards' Conclave(By: Douglas Niles)

Forgotten Realms Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2005–2005)

#Title
1

Jackie Lyons Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2013)

The Jackie Lyons series by Jeff Crook consists of two complete fantasy novels published in 2012 and 2013. Read the books in publication order, beginning with The Sleeping and the Dead, followed by The Covenant.

Start with The Sleeping and the Dead and read in order.

Start this series with The Sleeping and the Dead

Buy Book 1 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ§ Listen free on Audible
#Title
1
Cover of The Sleeping and the Dead
The Sleeping and the Dead
2

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2016)

Jeff Crook has completed a two-book fantasy series consisting of Kung-fu Heroes of Destiny (2015) and Sinbad and the Sword of the Prophet (2016). These standalone novels should be read in publication order. Both books blend fantasy storytelling with the author's background in non-fiction writing.

Start with Kung-fu Heroes of Destiny and read in order.

Start this series with Kung-fu Heroes of Destiny

Buy Book 1 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ§ Listen free on Audible
#Title
1
Kung-fu Heroes of Destiny
2
Cover of Sinbad and the Sword of the Prophet
Sinbad and the Sword of the Prophet

Tattered Souls Series

Complete

2 books (2007–2011)

The Tattered Souls series is a two-book fantasy collection published between 2007 and 2011, now complete. Each volume features collaborative fiction from multiple authors, with the first installment including contributions from Chris Ryan, Richard Wright, Matt Wallace, and others, while the second book brings together a different roster of writers including Forrest Aguirre and Steve Ruthenbeck. Readers should begin with the first Tattered Souls and continue to the sequel in publication order.

Start with Tattered Souls(With: Chris Ryan,Richard Wright,Matt Wallace,Ginger Hamilton,Chris Reed,Frank J. Hutton,David A. Magitis,M.E. Palmer) and read in order.

Start this series with Tattered Souls(With: Chris Ryan,Richard Wright,Matt Wallace,Ginger Hamilton,Chris Reed,Frank J. Hutton,David A. Magitis,M.E. Palmer)

Buy Book 1 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ§ Listen free on Audible
#Title
1
Cover of Tattered Souls(With: Chris Ryan,Richard Wright,Matt Wallace,Ginger Hamilton,Chris Reed,Frank J. Hutton,David A. Magitis,M.E. Palmer)
Tattered Souls(With: Chris Ryan,Richard Wright,Matt Wallace,Ginger Hamilton,Chris Reed,Frank J. Hutton,David A. Magitis,M.E. Palmer)
2
Cover of Tattered Souls II,(By: Forrest Aguirre,Steve Ruthenbeck,Ginger Hamilton,Stephanie Shaw,Frank J. Hutton,Elias Siqueiros,Kathleen Dale,Melanie Fogel,Anne Michaud)
Tattered Souls II,(By: Forrest Aguirre,Steve Ruthenbeck,Ginger Hamilton,Stephanie Shaw,Frank J. Hutton,Elias Siqueiros,Kathleen Dale,Melanie Fogel,Anne Michaud)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Jeff Crook written?
Jeff Crook has written 30 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1997 to 2016.
What is the first book in each Jeff Crook series?
Here are the first books in Jeff Crook's series: Anthologies: Dungeon #64: Adventures for TSR Role-Playing Games; Dragonlance: Bertrem's Guides: Bertrem's Guide to the Age of Mortals(By: Paul B. Thompson); Dragonlance: Bridges of Time: Legacy of Steel(By: Mary H. Herbert); Dragonlance: Crossroads: The Clandestine Circle(By: Mary H. Herbert); Dragonlance: The Age of Mortals: Conundrum.
What order should I read Jeff Crook's books?
We recommend reading Jeff Crook's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Jeff Crook's series complete?
Jeff Crook has 9 completed series.

You might also like