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P. Djèlí Clark

P. Djèlí Clark Reading Order

7 series · 24 books · Born 11 June 1971

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P. Djèlí Clark is an accomplished American author specializing in speculative fiction, known for his unique blend of history and fantasy. With 24 books spanning seven series, including notable works like "Abeni's Song" and "The Time Traveler's Passport," his engaging storytelling has captivated readers since 2016. Active through 2025, Clark continues to push the boundaries of genre with his standalone novels and thought-provoking short stories.

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Abeni's Song Series

Ongoing

2 books (2023–2025)

Start with Abeni's Song and read in order.

#Title
1
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Abeni's Song
2023Buy 🇺🇸
2
Abeni and the Kingdom of Gold
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2016–2023)

Start with Hidden Youth: Speculative Fiction from the Margins of History, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

#Title
1
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Hidden Youth: Speculative Fiction from the Margins of History
2016Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Nowhereville
2019Buy 🇺🇸
3
Out There Screaming: An Anthology of New Black Horror
2023Buy 🇺🇸
4
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The Book of Witches
2023Buy 🇺🇸

Fatma El-Sha'arawi Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2016–2021)

Start with A Dead Djinn in Cairo, the first of 4 books in the Fatma El-Sha'arawi series.

#Title
1
A Dead Djinn in Cairo
2016Buy 🇺🇸
2
The Angel of Khan el-Khalili
2017Buy 🇺🇸
3
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The Haunting of Tram Car 015
2019Buy 🇺🇸
4
A Master of Djinn
2021Buy 🇺🇸

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2016–2016)

#Title
1
Fantasy's Othering Fetish
2016Buy 🇺🇸

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2018–2023)

Start with The Black God's Drums, the first of 5 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

#Title
1
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The Black God's Drums
2018Buy 🇺🇸
2
The Secret Lives of the Nine Negro Teeth of George Washington
2018Buy 🇺🇸
3
With a Golden Risha
2020Buy 🇺🇸
4
If the Martians Have Magic
2021Buy 🇺🇸
5
How to Raise a Kraken in Your Bathtub
2023Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

2 books (2020–2024)

Start with Ring Shout and read in order.

#Title
1
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Ring Shout
2020Buy 🇺🇸
2
The Dead Cat Tail Assassins
2024Buy 🇺🇸

The Time Traveler's Passport Series

Ongoing

6 books (2025–2025)

Start with 3 Days, 9 Months, 27 Years(By: John Scalzi), the first of 6 books in the The Time Traveler's Passport series.

#Title
1
3 Days, 9 Months, 27 Years(By: John Scalzi)
2025Buy 🇺🇸
2
A Visit to the Husband Archive(By: Kaliane Bradley)
2025Buy 🇺🇸
3
All Manner of Thing Shall Be(By: Olivie Blake)
2025Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cronus
2025Buy 🇺🇸
5
For a Limited Time Only(By: Peng Shepherd)
2025Buy 🇺🇸
6
Making Space(By: R.F. Kuang)
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has P. Djèlí Clark written?
P. Djèlí Clark has written 24 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2016 to 2025.
What is the first book in each P. Djèlí Clark series?
Here are the first books in P. Djèlí Clark's series: Abeni's Song: Abeni's Song; Anthologies: Hidden Youth: Speculative Fiction from the Margins of History; Fatma El-Sha'arawi: A Dead Djinn in Cairo; Short Stories/Novellas: The Black God's Drums; The Time Traveler's Passport: 3 Days, 9 Months, 27 Years(By: John Scalzi).
What order should I read P. Djèlí Clark's books?
We recommend reading P. Djèlí Clark's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is P. Djèlí Clark still writing new books?
Yes, P. Djèlí Clark has 3 ongoing series: Abeni's Song, Standalone Novels, The Time Traveler's Passport.

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