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6 series · 57 books · Born 1973-06-06
Patrick Rothfuss is an American fantasy author renowned for The Kingkiller Chronicle, an epic series that launched with The Name of the Wind in 2007 to widespread critical acclaim and bestseller status. His intricate, character-driven narratives blend coming-of-age storytelling with richly constructed magic systems and worlds, establishing him as a major voice in contemporary fantasy literature. Beyond his flagship series, Rothfuss has expanded his literary presence through short fiction, graphic novels, and illustrated works like The Adventures of Princess & Mr. Whiffle, showcasing his versatility across multiple formats.
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Adventures Of Princess & Mr. Whiffle Series
Complete3 books (2010–2014)
The Adventures of Princess and Mr. Whiffle is a complete three-book fantasy series by Patrick Rothfuss published between 2010 and 2014. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Thing Beneath the Bed, followed by The Dark of Deep Below, and concluding with The Princess and Mr. Whiffle Coloring Book. This action-adventure series blends fantasy elements with imaginative storytelling across its installments.
Start with The Thing Beneath the Bed and read in order.
Start this series with The Thing Beneath the Bed
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Anthologies Series
Likely Complete6 books (2008–2023)
Patrick Rothfuss appears in six anthology collections spanning from 2008 to 2023, with stories best read in publication order starting with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009. These anthologies, which include titles like Unfettered, Rogues, and The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy Novellas 2015, represent a complete collection of Rothfuss's contributions to various fantasy and science fiction compilations. The series encompasses diverse editorial projects and themed collections released across fifteen years.
Start with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009
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Graphic Novels Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
Kingkiller Chronicle Series
Likely Complete4 books (2007–2023)
The Kingkiller Chronicle is a four-book fantasy series by Patrick Rothfuss published between 2007 and 2023. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Name of the Wind and continuing through The Wise Man's Fear, The Slow Regard of Silent Things, and The Narrow Road Between Desires. The series appears to be complete, offering fans of action-driven fantasy a finished narrative arc to experience.
Start with The Name of the Wind, the first of 4 books in the Kingkiller Chronicle series.
Start this series with The Name of the Wind
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Kingkiller Chronicle Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2013–2014)
The Kingkiller Chronicle Short Stories collection comprises two fantasy novellas published between 2013 and 2014, set within Patrick Rothfuss's beloved fantasy world. These two complete stories should be read in publication order, beginning with How Old Holly Came to Be followed by The Lightning Tree. Both works offer supplementary tales that expand the world beyond the main series entries.
Start with How Old Holly Came to Be and read in order.
Start this series with How Old Holly Came to Be
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Ongoing41 books (1985–2025)
The L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future series is an ongoing anthology collection that has been published annually since 1985, with 41 volumes released through 2025. Each book features fantasy and action-adventure stories from emerging writers, making it an ideal entry point for discovering new talent in speculative fiction. Readers should begin with volume 1 and progress through the series in publication order to experience the full scope of the anthology's evolution. The series remains active with new volumes continuing to be released.
Start with L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 1, the first of 41 books in the L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future series.
Start this series with L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 1
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Patrick Rothfuss written?
- Patrick Rothfuss has written 57 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1985 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Patrick Rothfuss series?
- Here are the first books in Patrick Rothfuss's series: Adventures Of Princess & Mr. Whiffle: The Thing Beneath the Bed; Anthologies: The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009; Kingkiller Chronicle: The Name of the Wind; Kingkiller Chronicle Short Stories/Novellas: How Old Holly Came to Be; L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future: L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 1.
- What order should I read Patrick Rothfuss's books?
- We recommend reading Patrick Rothfuss's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Patrick Rothfuss still writing new books?
- Yes, Patrick Rothfuss has 1 ongoing series: L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future.