Michael J. Sullivan Reading Order
9 series · 40 books · Born 1961-09-17
Michael J. Sullivan is a fantasy author who has built an expansive world across multiple interconnected series totaling over forty books. His primary works include the Riyria Revelations and their prequels in the Riyria Chronicles, which follow interwoven tales of adventure and magic spanning generations, along with the First Empire series that explores the mythological origins of his universe. Sullivan's writing blends intricate worldbuilding with character-driven storytelling, creating narratives that reward both new readers and longtime fans who discover deeper connections across his various series.
After the Fall Series
Complete1 book (2026–2026)
Anthologies Series
Ongoing7 books (2012–2026)
Start with The End: Visions of Apocalypse, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with The End: Visions of Apocalypse
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First Empire Series
Complete8 books (2016–2020)
Start with Age of Myth, the first of 8 books in the First Empire series.
Start this series with Age of Myth
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Riyria Chronicles Series
Ongoing8 books (2011–2024)
Start with The Viscount and the Witch, the first of 8 books in the Riyria Chronicles series.
Start this series with The Viscount and the Witch
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Riyria Revelations Series
Complete6 books (2008–2012)
Start with The Crown Conspiracy, the first of 6 books in the Riyria Revelations series.
Start this series with The Crown Conspiracy
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Riyria Revelations Omnibus Series
Complete3 books (2011–2012)
Start with Rise of Empire and read in order.
Start this series with Rise of Empire
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Likely Complete3 books (2012–2023)
Start with Burning Alexandria and read in order.
Start this series with Burning Alexandria
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Complete1 book (2013–2013)
The Rise and Fall Series
Likely Complete3 books (2021–2023)
Start with Nolyn and read in order.
Start this series with Nolyn
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Michael J. Sullivan written?
- Michael J. Sullivan has written 40 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Michael J. Sullivan series?
- Here are the first books in Michael J. Sullivan's series: Anthologies: The End: Visions of Apocalypse; First Empire: Age of Myth; Riyria Chronicles: The Viscount and the Witch; Riyria Revelations: The Crown Conspiracy; Riyria Revelations Omnibus: Rise of Empire.
- What order should I read Michael J. Sullivan's books?
- We recommend reading Michael J. Sullivan's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Michael J. Sullivan still writing new books?
- Yes, Michael J. Sullivan has 2 ongoing series: Anthologies, Riyria Chronicles.