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Philip José Farmer

Philip José Farmer Reading Order

16 series · 200 books · Born 1918-01-26

Philip José Farmer was a prolific American science fiction and fantasy author who published nearly 200 books across multiple acclaimed series from 1954 through 2024. His most celebrated works include the sprawling Riverworld saga and the World of Tiers sequence, both of which showcase his talent for creating vast, imaginative universes with intricate mythologies. Farmer became a pioneering figure in speculative fiction for his bold integration of sexual and religious themes, his inventive reimagining of classic pulp heroes and literary characters, and his willingness to blur genre boundaries through experimental works often published under elaborate fictional pseudonyms.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

26 books (1965–2010)

Philip José Farmer's Anthologies series comprises 25 books published between 1965 and 2010, collecting science fiction and fantasy stories across diverse themed volumes. The series includes entries such as Dangerous Visions, Orbit 3, and the Weird Heroes collections, alongside specialized anthologies focused on topics like Jack the Ripper tales and bug-eyed monsters. Read in publication order beginning with The Microcosmic God to follow the chronological development of these curated collections. The series is now complete.

Start with The Microcosmic God, the first of 25 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with The Microcosmic God

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The Microcosmic God
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Dangerous Visions
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Backdrop of Stars
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Cover of Bug-Eyed Monsters
Bug-Eyed Monsters
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Cover of Jack the Knife: Tales of Jack the Ripper
Jack the Knife: Tales of Jack the Ripper
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Weird Heroes Volume 1
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Weird Heroes Volume 2
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Nebula Award Stories Ten
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Weird Heroes Volume 6
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Weird Heroes Volume 8
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Chrysalis Volume 2
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Cover of The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century
The Arbor House Treasury of Modern Science Fiction / Great Science Fiction of the 20th Century
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Cover of Shadows of Sanctuary
Shadows of Sanctuary
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Cover of The Monster Book of Monsters
The Monster Book of Monsters
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Cover of The Misadventures of Sherlock Holmes
The Misadventures of Sherlock Holmes
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Semiotext SF
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Tales Of Riverworld
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Cover of The Science Fiction Century
The Science Fiction Century
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Cover of Naked Came the Farmer
Naked Came the Farmer
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The Worlds of Philip José Farmer: Protean Dimensions

Dayworld Series

Complete

3 books (1985–1990)

Philip José Farmer's Dayworld trilogy spans from 1985 to 1990 and follows a complete three-book arc that should be read in publication order. The series consists of Dayworld, Dayworld Rebel, and Dayworld Breakup, offering science fiction and action-adventure narratives across the full sequence. This finished trilogy requires sequential reading to fully experience its narrative progression.

Start with Dayworld and read in order.

Start this series with Dayworld

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Dayworld Rebel
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Dayworld Breakup

Doc Caliban and Lord Grandrith Series

Complete

3 books (1995–2013)

Philip José Farmer's Doc Caliban and Lord Grandrith series consists of three complete novels published between 1995 and 2013. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with A Feast Unknown, followed by Lord of the Trees and The Mad Goblin. This action-adventure series blends science fiction and fantasy elements across its standalone yet connected narratives.

Start with A Feast Unknown and read in order.

Start this series with A Feast Unknown

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A Feast Unknown
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Lord of the Trees
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The Mad Goblin

Herald Childe Series

Complete

3 books (1968–1973)

Philip José Farmer's Herald Childe trilogy spans from 1968 to 1973 and consists of three complete books: Image of the Beast, Blown, and Traitor to the Living. This science fiction and fantasy series blends action and adventure across its publication sequence, and should be read in order beginning with Image of the Beast.

Start with Image of the Beast and read in order.

Start this series with Image of the Beast

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Image of the Beast
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Traitor to the Living

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2020–2020)

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A Rough Knight for the Queen

Opar Series

Complete

2 books (1974–1976)

The Opar series by Philip José Farmer comprises two complete fantasy-adventure novels published in the 1970s. Hadon of Ancient Opar (1974) introduces the world and should be read first, followed by Flight to Opar (1976). Both books should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc of this concluded series.

Start with Hadon of Ancient Opar and read in order.

Start this series with Hadon of Ancient Opar

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Hadon of Ancient Opar
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Flight to Opar

Philip Jose Farmer's The Dungeon Series

Complete

9 books (1988–2017)

Philip José Farmer's The Dungeon is a nine-book fantasy and science fiction series completed between 1988 and 2017, with contributions from multiple authors including Richard A. Lupoff, Robin Wayne Bailey, Charles de Lint, and Bruce Coville. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with the first installment by Richard A. Lupoff. This collaborative work combines elements of adventure and world-building across its complete run.

Start with Philip José Farmer's The Dungeon(By: Richard A. Lupoff), the first of 9 books in the Philip Jose Farmer's The Dungeon series.

Start this series with Philip José Farmer's The Dungeon(By: Richard A. Lupoff)

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Philip José Farmer's The Dungeon(By: Richard A. Lupoff)
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The Black Tower(By: Richard A. Lupoff)
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Cover of The Lake of Fire(By: Robin Wayne Bailey)
The Lake of Fire(By: Robin Wayne Bailey)
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Cover of The Valley of Thunder(By: Charles de Lint)
The Valley of Thunder(By: Charles de Lint)
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Cover of The Final Battle(By: Richard A. Lupoff)
The Final Battle(By: Richard A. Lupoff)
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Cover of The Hidden City(By: Charles de Lint)
The Hidden City(By: Charles de Lint)
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8
The Dark Abyss(By: Bruce Coville)
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Philip José Farmer's The Dungeon Vol. 6, The Final Battle(By: Richard A. Lupoff)

Philip José Farmer Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

4 books (1954–2021)

This collection spans a 67-year period from 1954 to 2021 and gathers four short stories and novellas by prolific science fiction and fantasy author Philip José Farmer. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Queen of the Deep. Farmer's stories across this compilation showcase his signature blend of speculative fiction across fantasy, science fiction, and adventure genres.

Start with Queen of the Deep, the first of 4 books in the Philip José Farmer Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with Queen of the Deep

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Queen of the Deep
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How Deep the Grooves
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Heel & The Wounded
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Rastignac the Devil

Philip José Farmer Short Story Collections Series

Likely Complete

21 books (1954–2021)

This series comprises 21 collections of short stories by prolific science fiction and fantasy author Philip José Farmer, spanning from 1954 to 2021. The series is likely complete and should be read in publication order to trace the evolution of Farmer's short fiction across seven decades. These collections showcase his work across fantasy, science fiction, and adventure genres, offering readers a comprehensive overview of his shorter pieces alongside selections from his broader body of work.

Start with They Twinkled Like Jewels, the first of 21 books in the Philip José Farmer Short Story Collections series.

Start this series with They Twinkled Like Jewels

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They Twinkled Like Jewels
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Cover of Strange Relations
Strange Relations
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Cover of Down in the Black Gang
Down in the Black Gang
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Cover of The Book of Philip José Farmer
The Book of Philip José Farmer
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Cover of Riverworld War
Riverworld War
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Cover of Father to the Stars
Father to the Stars
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Cover of The Purple Book
The Purple Book
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Cover of The Classic Philip Jose Farmer 1952-1964
The Classic Philip Jose Farmer 1952-1964
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The Classic Philip Jose Farmer 1964-1973
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Cover of The Grand Adventure
The Grand Adventure
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Cover of Riders of the Purple Wage
Riders of the Purple Wage
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Pearls from Peoria
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Cover of The Best of Philip José Farmer
The Best of Philip José Farmer
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Cover of Up From The Bottomless Pit And Other Stories
Up From The Bottomless Pit And Other Stories
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Cover of Venus on the Half-Shell and Others
Venus on the Half-Shell and Others
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Cover of Tales of the Wold Newton Universe
Tales of the Wold Newton Universe
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Riverworld and Other Stories
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Cover of Greatheart Silver and Other Pulp Heroes
Greatheart Silver and Other Pulp Heroes
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The Man Who Met Tarzan

Philip José Farmer Standalone Novels Series

Complete

31 books (1957–2020)

Philip José Farmer's standalone novels span from 1957 to 2020 and comprise 31 complete works across science fiction, fantasy, and adventure genres. These novels should be read in publication order, beginning with The Green Odyssey and progressing through titles such as Flesh, The Lovers, Inside Outside, Night of Light, Lord Tyger, and Love Song. The series represents Farmer's diverse exploration of imaginative themes across multiple decades, with each novel functioning as an independent narrative rather than a continuing story.

Start with The Green Odyssey, the first of 31 books in the Philip José Farmer Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Green Odyssey

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The Green Odyssey
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A Woman a Day / The Day of Timestop / Timestop!
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Cache from Outer Space
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Fire and the Night
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Cover of Inside Outside
Inside Outside
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Tongues of the Moon
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Night Of Light
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The Gate of Time / Two Hawks from Earth
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The Day of Timestop
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Cover of The Stone God Awakens
The Stone God Awakens
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Cover of Time's Last Gift
Time's Last Gift
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Cover of The Other Log of Phileas Fogg
The Other Log of Phileas Fogg
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Cover of The Wind Whales of Ishmael
The Wind Whales of Ishmael
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Cover of Venus on the Half-Shell
Venus on the Half-Shell
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Cover of Ironcastle(With: J.H. Rosny Aîné)
Ironcastle(With: J.H. Rosny Aîné)
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Cover of Dark is the Sun
Dark is the Sun
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Cover of Jesus on Mars
Jesus on Mars
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Cover of The Unreasoning Mask
The Unreasoning Mask
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Cover of A Barnstormer in Oz
A Barnstormer in Oz
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Cover of Greatheart Silver
Greatheart Silver
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Cover of Stations of the Nightmare
Stations of the Nightmare
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Cover of Nothing Burns in Hell
Nothing Burns in Hell
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Cover of The Caterpillar's Question(With: Piers Anthony)
The Caterpillar's Question(With: Piers Anthony)
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Cover of The City Beyond Play
The City Beyond Play
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Cover of The Evil in Pemberley House
The Evil in Pemberley House
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Cover of Up From The Bottomless Pit
Up From The Bottomless Pit

Riverworld Series

Complete

8 books (1971–1992)

Philip José Farmer's Riverworld series spans eight books published between 1971 and 1992, combining science fiction and fantasy elements across a complete story arc. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Fabulous Riverboat and continuing through The Magic Labyrinth, with later entries including contributions from co-author John Gregory Betancourt. This epic sequence follows humanity's resurrection along an impossibly vast river world, blending adventure, mystery, and philosophical exploration across its interconnected narratives.

Start with The Fabulous Riverboat, the first of 8 books in the Riverworld series.

Start this series with The Fabulous Riverboat

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The Fabulous Riverboat
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To Your Scattered Bodies Go
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Cover of The Dark Design
The Dark Design
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Cover of The Magic Labyrinth
The Magic Labyrinth
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Gods of Riverworld
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River of Eternity
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Human Spirit, Beetle Spirit(By: John Gregory Betancourt)
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The Merry Men of the Riverworld(By: John Gregory Betancourt)

Tarzan Series

Complete

3 books (1972–1999)

Philip José Farmer's Tarzan series consists of three complete books published between 1972 and 1999, meant to be read in publication order. Beginning with Tarzan Alive in 1972, followed by Doc Savage and concluding with Tarzan and the Dark Heart of Time in 1999, this adventure series blends fantasy and science fiction elements characteristic of Farmer's broader work.

Start with Tarzan Alive and read in order.

Start this series with Tarzan Alive

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Tarzan Alive
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Tarzan and the Dark Heart of Time

The Further Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes Series

Ongoing

38 books (1974–2024)

The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is an ongoing anthology series featuring reimagined cases and new mysteries involving Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective. The collection spans 38 books published from 1974 to 2024, written by multiple authors including Philip José Farmer, Loren D. Estleman, Fred Saberhagen, and many others. Readers should follow publication order starting with The Adventure of the Peerless Peer to experience how different authors have interpreted and expanded the Sherlock Holmes universe across various genres and storylines.

Start with The Adventure of the Peerless Peer, the first of 38 books in the The Further Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes series.

Start this series with The Adventure of the Peerless Peer

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The Adventure of the Peerless Peer
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War of the Worlds(By: Manly Wade Wellman,Wade Wellman)
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The Giant Rat of Sumatra(By: Richard L. Boyer)
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Cover of Sherlock vs Dracula(By: Loren D. Estleman)
Sherlock vs Dracula(By: Loren D. Estleman)
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Cover of The Stalwart Companions(By: H. Paul Jeffers)
The Stalwart Companions(By: H. Paul Jeffers)
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Cover of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Holmes(By: Loren D. Estleman)
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Holmes(By: Loren D. Estleman)
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Cover of The Ectoplasmic Man(By: Daniel Stashower)
The Ectoplasmic Man(By: Daniel Stashower)
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The Seventh Bullet(By: Daniel D. Victor)
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Cover of The Whitechapel Horrors(By: Edward B. Hanna)
The Whitechapel Horrors(By: Edward B. Hanna)
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Cover of Seance for a Vampire(By: Fred Saberhagen)
Seance for a Vampire(By: Fred Saberhagen)
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Cover of Sherlock Holmes and the Railway Maniac(By: Barrie Roberts)
Sherlock Holmes and the Railway Maniac(By: Barrie Roberts)
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Cover of The Angel of the Opera(By: Sam Siciliano)
The Angel of the Opera(By: Sam Siciliano)
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Cover of The Titanic Tragedy(By: William Seil)
The Titanic Tragedy(By: William Seil)
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Cover of The Star of India(By: Carole Buggé)
The Star of India(By: Carole Buggé)
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Cover of The Haunting of Torre Abbey(By: Carole Buggé)
The Haunting of Torre Abbey(By: Carole Buggé)
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Cover of The Man from Hell(By: Barrie Roberts)
The Man from Hell(By: Barrie Roberts)
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The Veiled Detective(By: David Stuart Davies)
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Between the Thames and the Tiber(By: Ted Riccardi)
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Cover of The Web Weaver(By: Sam Siciliano)
The Web Weaver(By: Sam Siciliano)
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Cover of The Grimswell Curse(By: Sam Siciliano)
The Grimswell Curse(By: Sam Siciliano)
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The Devil's Promise(By: David Stuart Davies)
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Cover of The Albino's Treasure(By: Stuart Douglas)
The Albino's Treasure(By: Stuart Douglas)
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Cover of Murder at Sorrow's Crown(By: Steven Savile,Robert Greenberger)
Murder at Sorrow's Crown(By: Steven Savile,Robert Greenberger)
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Cover of The Counterfeit Detective(By: Stuart Douglas)
The Counterfeit Detective(By: Stuart Douglas)
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The Ripper Legacy(By: David Stuart Davies)
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Cover of The White Worm(By: Sam Siciliano)
The White Worm(By: Sam Siciliano)
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Cover of Imagination Theatre's Sherlock Holmes of Scripts From The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes(By: David Marcum)
Imagination Theatre's Sherlock Holmes of Scripts From The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes(By: David Marcum)
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Cover of The Moonstone's Curse(By: Sam Siciliano)
The Moonstone's Curse(By: Sam Siciliano)
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The Devil and the Four(By: Sam Siciliano)
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The Improbable Prisoner(By: Stuart Douglas)
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The Instrument of Death(By: David Stuart Davies)
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The Crusader's Curse(By: Stuart Douglas)
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Cover of The Martian Menace(By: Eric Brown)
The Martian Menace(By: Eric Brown)
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Cover of The Venerable Tiger(By: Sam Siciliano)
The Venerable Tiger(By: Sam Siciliano)
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Cover of Sherlock Holmes and the Four Kings of Sweden(By: Steven Savile)
Sherlock Holmes and the Four Kings of Sweden(By: Steven Savile)
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Revenge from the Grave(By: David Stuart Davies)
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Cover of Deathly Relics(By: Sam Siciliano)
Deathly Relics(By: Sam Siciliano)
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Cover of The Gentleman Burglar(By: Sam Siciliano)
The Gentleman Burglar(By: Sam Siciliano)

Thieves' World Series

Complete

19 books (1979–2013)

Thieves' World is a 19-book fantasy series published between 1979 and 2013, edited primarily by Lynn Abbey and Robert Lynn Asprin with contributions from various science fiction and fantasy authors. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Thieves' World and concluding with the final entry released in 2013. This shared-world anthology series features interconnected stories set in the city of Sanctuary, with multiple authors contributing tales that expand the setting and its cast of characters across the collection.

Start with Thieves' World(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin), the first of 19 books in the Thieves' World series.

Start this series with Thieves' World(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)

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Thieves' World(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of Shadows of Sanctuary(With: John Brunner,Joe Haldeman,Robert Lynn Asprin)
Shadows of Sanctuary(With: John Brunner,Joe Haldeman,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of Storm Season(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
Storm Season(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of The Face of Chaos(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
The Face of Chaos(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of Wings of Omen(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
Wings of Omen(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of The Dead of Winter(By: Robert Lynn Asprin)
The Dead of Winter(By: Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of Blood Ties(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
Blood Ties(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of Soul of the City(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
Soul of the City(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of Aftermath(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
Aftermath(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Shadowspawn(By: Andrew J. Offutt)
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Cover of Uneasy Alliances(By: Robert Lynn Asprin)
Uneasy Alliances(By: Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of Stealers' Sky(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
Stealers' Sky(By: Lynn Abbey,Robert Lynn Asprin)
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Cover of The Shadow of Sorcery(By: Andrew J. Offutt)
The Shadow of Sorcery(By: Andrew J. Offutt)
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Sanctuary(By: Lynn Abbey)
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Turning Points(By: Dennis L. McKiernan,Mickey Zucker Reichert,Lynn Abbey,Raymond E. Feist,Diana Paxson)
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Cover of Enemies of Fortune(By: C.J. Cherryh,Jody Lynn Nye,Mickey Zucker Reichert,Lynn Abbey,Robin Wayne Bailey,Andrew J. Offutt,Jeff Grubb,Selina Rosen,Diana Paxson)
Enemies of Fortune(By: C.J. Cherryh,Jody Lynn Nye,Mickey Zucker Reichert,Lynn Abbey,Robin Wayne Bailey,Andrew J. Offutt,Jeff Grubb,Selina Rosen,Diana Paxson)
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Thieves' World: Player's Manual(By: James Ryman)
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The Secret of the Blue Star(By: Marion Zimmer Bradley)

Wild Adventures Of Doc Savage Series

Complete

22 books (1991–2018)

Philip José Farmer's Wild Adventures of Doc Savage consists of 22 complete books published between 1991 and 2018, with most entries credited to the house name Kenneth Robeson. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Escape from Loki and continuing through the full sequence of action and adventure tales that extend into the early 2020s.

Start with Escape from Loki, the first of 22 books in the Wild Adventures Of Doc Savage series.

Start this series with Escape from Loki

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Escape from Loki
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Python Isle(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Frightened Fish(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Frightened Fish(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Jade Ogre(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Jade Ogre(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of White Eyes(By: Kenneth Robeson)
White Eyes(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of Flight into Fear(By: Kenneth Robeson)
Flight into Fear(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Forgotten Realm(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Forgotten Realm(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Whistling Wraith(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Whistling Wraith(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of Horror in Gold(By: Kenneth Robeson)
Horror in Gold(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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The Desert Demons(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of Death's Dark Domain(By: Kenneth Robeson)
Death's Dark Domain(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Infernal Buddha(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Infernal Buddha(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of Phantom Lagoon(By: Kenneth Robeson)
Phantom Lagoon(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Skull Island(By: Will Murray)
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Cover of The Miracle Menace(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Miracle Menace(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Ice Genius(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Ice Genius(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The War Makers(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The War Makers(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Secret of Satan's Spine(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Secret of Satan's Spine(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of The Sinister Shadow(By: Kenneth Robeson)
The Sinister Shadow(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of Glare of the Gorgon(By: Kenneth Robeson)
Glare of the Gorgon(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of Empire of Doom(By: Kenneth Robeson)
Empire of Doom(By: Kenneth Robeson)
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Cover of Mr. Calamity(By: Kenneth Robeson)
Mr. Calamity(By: Kenneth Robeson)

World Of Tiers Series

Complete

7 books (1965–1993)

The World of Tiers is a seven-book science fiction and fantasy series by Philip José Farmer, published between 1965 and 1993. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Maker of Universes and concluding with More Than Fire. This concluded saga blends action and adventure across multiple interconnected worlds and dimensions.

Start with The Maker of Universes, the first of 7 books in the World Of Tiers series.

Start this series with The Maker of Universes

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The Maker of Universes
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The Gates of Creation
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Cover of A Private Cosmos
A Private Cosmos
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Cover of Behind the Walls of Terra
Behind the Walls of Terra
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The Lavalite World
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Red Orc's Rage
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More Than Fire

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Philip José Farmer written?
Philip José Farmer has written 200 books across 16 series. Their published works span from 1954 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Philip José Farmer series?
Here are the first books in Philip José Farmer's series: Anthologies: The Microcosmic God; Dayworld: Dayworld; Doc Caliban and Lord Grandrith: A Feast Unknown; Herald Childe: Image of the Beast; Opar: Hadon of Ancient Opar.
What order should I read Philip José Farmer's books?
We recommend reading Philip José Farmer's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Philip José Farmer still writing new books?
Yes, Philip José Farmer has 1 ongoing series: The Further Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes.

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