Michael Scott Reading Order

18 books (1983–2019)

This completed anthology series by Michael Scott spans 18 volumes published between 1983 and 2019, featuring collections that draw primarily from Irish folklore, fairy tales, myths, legends, and ghost stories, while also including science fiction and steampunk selections. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Irish Folk and Fairy Tales and progressing through its sequels and thematic variations before moving into more diverse anthology collections. Scott's selections blend traditional Irish storytelling with contemporary genre fiction, offering readers a range of supernatural, fantastical, and speculative tales across the full run.

Start with Irish Folk and Fairy Tales, the first of 18 books in the Anthologies series.

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1	Irish Folk and Fairy Tales 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Irish Folk and Fairy Tales, Volume 2 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Irish Folk and Fairy Tales, Volume III 1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Irish Hero Tales 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Irish Animal Tales 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Irish Myths and Legends 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Irish Ghosts and Hauntings 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Chiller 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Magical Irish Folk Tales 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Tapestries 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Don't Forget Your Spacesuit, Dear 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	Tales of Terror from Blackwood's Magazine 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	Classic Irish Folktales 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Corsets & Clockwork 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	Doctor Who: 11 Doctors, 11 Stories 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	Beyond the Stars: Twelve Tales of Adventure, Magic and Wonder 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Doctor Who: 12 Doctors, 12 Stories 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Doctor Who: Thirteen Doctors, 13 Stories 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1995–1996)

Michael Scott's Arcana is a two-book fantasy series completed in the mid-1990s, comprising Silverhand and Silverlight. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Silverhand in 1995 and continuing to Silverlight in 1996. This complete series blends fantasy and literary fiction elements across its compact two-volume arc.

Start with Silverhand and read in order.

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1	Silverhand 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Silverlight 1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2017–2017)

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1	Zombie Tales 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2000–2000)

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1	Etruscans 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (1991–1994)

Michael Scott's De Danann Tales is a complete fantasy trilogy published between 1991 and 1994. The series consists of three books—Windlord, Earthlord, and Firelord—that should be read in publication order. Each installment builds on the previous one, making sequential reading essential to following the narrative.

Start with Windlord and read in order.

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1	Windlord 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Earthlord 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Firelord 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

12 books (2013–2014)

The Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts is a complete collection of 12 short stories published between 2013 and 2014 to celebrate the science fiction series' fiftieth anniversary. These e-shorts were written by various acclaimed authors including Neil Gaiman, Eoin Colfer, Patrick Ness, and Holly Black, each contributing standalone tales featuring different incarnations of the Doctor. The stories should be read in publication order, beginning with A Big Hand for the Doctor and concluding with Lights Out.

Start with A Big Hand for the Doctor(By: Eoin Colfer), the first of 12 books in the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts series.

3 books (1992–1997)

Michael Scott's Judith and Spider series consists of three complete fantasy novels published between 1992 and 1997. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Judith and the Traveler, followed by Good Enough for Judith, and concluding with Judith and Spider. This series blends literary fantasy with young adult appeal across its three-book arc.

Start with Judith and the Traveler and read in order.

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1	Judith and the Traveler 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Good Enough for Judith 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Judith and Spider 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

8 books (2020–2021)

This eight-book fantasy series by Michael Scott was published between 2020 and 2021 and should be read in publication order beginning with Aoife and Scathach, Shadow Twins. The series appears to be complete, offering standalone stories and connected narratives set within the Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel universe. Readers should follow the release sequence to experience the full collection of Lost Stories, which concludes with The Lost Stories Collection.

Start with Aoife and Scathach, Shadow Twins, the first of 8 books in the Lost Stories from the Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series.

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1	Aoife and Scathach, Shadow Twins 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Machiavelli: Guardian of Paris 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Nicholas Flamel and the Codex 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Nicholas and the Krampus 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Ballad of Black Hawk and Billy the Kid 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	The Bard and the Knight 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Lost Stories Collection 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Virginia Dare and the Ratcatcher 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2000–2003)

The Merchant Prince is a three-book fantasy series by Michael Scott in collaboration with Armin Shimerman, released between 2000 and 2003. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Merchant Prince and continuing through Outrageous Fortune and Capital Offense. This finished series blends fantasy and literary elements across its full span.

Start with The Merchant Prince(With: Armin Shimerman) and read in order.

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1	The Merchant Prince(With: Armin Shimerman) 2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Outrageous Fortune(By: Armin Shimerman) 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Capital Offense(By: Armin Shimerman) 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1991–1992)

Michael Scott's Mirror series consists of two fantasy novels published in the early 1990s: Image and Reflection. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Image. The duology blends literary fiction sensibilities with fantasy elements and has proven influential in young adult literature.

Start with Image and read in order.

3 books (1992–2002)

Michael Scott's three-book non-fiction series explores Celtic heritage and wisdom across two decades of publication. The series begins with Irish Myths and Legends in 1992, followed by Celtic Wisdom for Business and concluding with The Book of Celtic Wisdom in 2002. These books should be read in publication order, which provides a natural progression through Scott's examination of Celtic culture and its applications. The complete series offers readers a comprehensive look at Irish and Celtic traditions and their relevance to modern life.

Start with Irish Myths and Legends and read in order.

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1	Irish Myths and Legends 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Celtic Wisdom for Business 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Book of Celtic Wisdom 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (1993–1995)

The Other World series by Michael Scott consists of four complete fantasy novels published between 1993 and 1995. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with House of the Dead and continuing through October Moon, Moonlight, and Wolf Moon. This series blends fantasy and literary elements across its four installments, offering a cohesive narrative arc best experienced from start to finish.

Start with House of the Dead, the first of 4 books in the Other World series.

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1	House of the Dead 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	October Moon 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Moonlight(By: Michael Carroll) 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Wolf Moon 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (1988–1991)

The Seasons series comprises three fantasy and literary fiction novels by Michael Scott, published between 1988 and 1991. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Seasons, followed by Another Time, Another Season, and concluding with Season's End. The trilogy blends young adult and literary elements across its three installments.

Start with Seasons and read in order.

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1	Seasons 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Another Time, Another Season / Another Season 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Season's End 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

8 books (2007–2012)

The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel is a complete eight-book fantasy series by Michael Scott published between 2007 and 2012. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Alchemyst and concluding with The Enchantress. This young adult fantasy saga draws from historical figures and alchemical lore, following a narrative arc across all eight installments that was fully concluded by 2012.

Start with The Alchemyst, the first of 8 books in the Secrets Of The Immortal Nicholas Flamel series.

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1	The Alchemyst 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Magician 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Sorceress 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Death of Joan of Arc 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The Necromancer 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Billy the Kid and the Vampyres of Vegas 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Warlock 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	The Enchantress 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2023–2023)

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1	The Alchemyst: The Graphic Novel(With: Chris Chalik) 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2021–2021)

2 books (1989–2021)

Michael Scott's Short Story Collections series comprises two volumes of fantasy and literary fiction published across three decades, beginning with Irish Fairytales in 1989 and concluding with Magic and Myth / Legends and Lore in 2021. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order. These collections showcase Scott's exploration of mythological and fantastical themes drawn from Irish and broader cultural traditions.

Start with Irish Fairytales and read in order.

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1	Irish Fairytales 1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Magic and Myth / Legends and Lore 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

19 books (1983–2016)

Michael Scott's Standalone Novels series comprises 19 complete works published between 1983 and 2016, spanning fantasy, literary fiction, young adult, and non-fiction genres. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Song of the Children of Lir and progressing through titles including Navigator: The Voyage of St. Brendan, Banshee, Gemini Game, and Vampyre. While each novel stands alone as an independent story, reading them chronologically by release date provides the intended experience of Scott's diverse body of work.

Start with The Song of the Children of Lir, the first of 19 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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1	The Song of the Children of Lir 1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Celtic Odyssey: The Voyage of Maildun 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Children of Lir 1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Last of the Fianna 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Navigator: The Voyage of St. Brendan(With: Gloria Gaghan) 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	The Quest of the Sons / The Seven Treasures 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Banshee 1990Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	The River Gods 1991Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Lies 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10	Gemini Game 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11	Imp 1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12	The Hallows 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13	19 Railway Street(With: Morgan Llywelyn) 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14	Vampyre 1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15	The Culai Heritage 2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16	The Affair(As: Anna Dillon) 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17	Consequences(As: Anna Dillon) 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18	Closure(As: Anna Dillon) 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19	Mirror Image(With: Melanie Ruth Rose) 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (1985–1985)

Michael Scott's Tales From The Land Of Erin is a three-book fantasy series published in 1985 and now complete. The books should be read in publication order: A Bright Enchantment, A Golden Dream, and A Silver Wish. This series blends fantasy with literary elements drawn from Irish heritage and themes suitable for young adult readers.

Start with A Bright Enchantment and read in order.

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1	A Bright Enchantment 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	A Golden Dream 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	A Silver Wish 1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (1987–1988)

The Tales of the Bard series comprises three complete fantasy novels published between 1987 and 1988. This trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Magician's Law and continuing through Death's Law and concluding with Demon's Law. Michael Scott's series blends fantasy and literary fiction elements across its three interconnected volumes.

Start with Magician's Law and read in order.

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1	Magician's Law 1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Death's Law 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Demon's Law 1988Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2011–2011)

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1	The Thirteen Hallows 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2008–2015)

The Vampyres of Hollywood series consists of three complete books published between 2008 and 2015, blending fantasy and literary fiction across young adult and adult audiences. The first book, Vampyres of Hollywood, was co-written by Michael Scott and Adrienne Barbeau, while the subsequent novels Love Bites and Make Me Dead were authored by Barbeau. Readers should follow publication order to experience the story as intended, beginning with Vampyres of Hollywood and continuing through the final installment Make Me Dead.

Start with Vampyres of Hollywood(With: Adrienne Barbeau) and read in order.

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1	Vampyres of Hollywood(With: Adrienne Barbeau) 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Love Bites(By: Adrienne Barbeau) 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Make Me Dead(By: Adrienne Barbeau) 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible