
Jonathan Stroud Reading Order
10 series Β· 32 books Β· Born 27 October 1970
Jonathan Stroud is a renowned British author known for his contributions to the fantasy genre, particularly in young adult and children's literature. With a prolific writing career spanning from 1996 to 2025, he has penned 32 books across 10 series, including the acclaimed Bartimaeus sequence and the Lockwood & Co. series. His imaginative storytelling captivates readers with a blend of magic, wit, and social commentary, making him a standout voice in contemporary fantasy.
Andrew Donkin Graphic Novels Series
Likely Complete4 books (2010β2021)
Start with The Amulet of Samarkand(With: Andrew Donkin), the first of 4 books in the Andrew Donkin Graphic Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Amulet of Samarkand(With: Andrew Donkin) 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Supernaturalist(By: Eoin Colfer,Andrew Donkin) 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Illegal(By: Eoin Colfer,Andrew Donkin) 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Between Shades of Gray: The Graphic Novel(By: Andrew Donkin,Ruta Sepetys) 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2007β2012)
Start with Midnight Feast and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Midnight Feast 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Next 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Bartimaeus Series
Complete4 books (2003β2010)
Start with The Amulet of Samarkand, the first of 4 books in the Bartimaeus series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Amulet of Samarkand 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Golem's Eye 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Ptolemy's Gate 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Ring of Solomon 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
Bartimaeus Graphic Novel Series
Complete1 book (2010β2010)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Amulet of Samarkand(With: Andrew Donkin) 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
Lockwood & Co. Series
Complete6 books (2013β2017)
Start with The Dagger in the Desk, the first of 6 books in the Lockwood & Co. series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Dagger in the Desk 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Screaming Staircase 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Whispering Skull 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Hollow Boy 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | The Creeping Shadow 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | The Empty Grave 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (1999β2000)
Start with Word Puzzles and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Word Puzzles 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Ancient Rome 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
Picture Series
Complete5 books (1996β2000)
Start with The Lost Treasure of Captain Blood, the first of 5 books in the Picture series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Lost Treasure of Captain Blood 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Viking Saga Of Harri Bristlebeard 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Alfie's Big Adventure 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Little Red Car 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Little Spike And Long Tail 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2009β2009)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Ghost Of Shadow Vale 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete4 books (1999β2009)
Start with Buried Fire, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Buried Fire 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Leap 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Last Siege 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Heroes of the Valley 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne Series
Ongoing3 books (2021β2025)
Start with The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Notorious Scarlett and Browne 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Legendary Scarlett and Browne 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jonathan Stroud written?
- Jonathan Stroud has written 32 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 1996 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Jonathan Stroud series?
- Here are the first books in Jonathan Stroud's series: Andrew Donkin Graphic Novels: The Amulet of Samarkand(With: Andrew Donkin); Anthologies: Midnight Feast; Bartimaeus: The Amulet of Samarkand; Lockwood & Co.: The Dagger in the Desk; Non-Fiction: Word Puzzles.
- What order should I read Jonathan Stroud's books?
- We recommend reading Jonathan Stroud's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Jonathan Stroud still writing new books?
- Yes, Jonathan Stroud has 1 ongoing series: The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne.

