Patrick Rothfuss Reading Order
6 series · 57 books · Born 6 June 1973
Patrick Rothfuss is a celebrated American author known for his contributions to the epic fantasy genre, particularly with his acclaimed series, The Kingkiller Chronicle. Spanning 1985 to 2025, he has penned 57 books across six series, including notable works such as The Name of the Wind and several graphic novels. In addition to his main series, he has also created short stories and novellas related to Kingkiller, as well as works featured in the L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future anthology.
Adventures Of Princess & Mr. Whiffle Series
Complete3 books (2010–2014)
Start with The Thing Beneath the Bed and read in order.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete6 books (2008–2023)
Start with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.
Graphic Novels Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
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Kingkiller Chronicle Series
Likely Complete4 books (2007–2023)
Start with The Name of the Wind, the first of 4 books in the Kingkiller Chronicle series.
Kingkiller Chronicle Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2013–2014)
Start with How Old Holly Came to Be and read in order.
L. Ron Hubbard Presents: Writers of the Future Series
Ongoing41 books (1985–2025)
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.
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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.