Robin Hobb Reading Order
10 series · 38 books · Born 5 March 1952
Robin Hobb is a celebrated fantasy author known for her immersive storytelling and intricate character development. With a prolific career spanning from 1991 to 2025, she has penned 38 novels across 10 series, including the renowned Farseer Trilogy and the Fitz and the Fool Trilogy. Under the name Megan Lindholm, she explores different facets of genre fiction, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the fantasy realm.
Anthologies Series
Ongoing9 books (2001–2025)
Start with Meditations on Middle-Earth, the first of 9 books in the Anthologies series.
Assassin's Apprentice Graphic Novel Series
Ongoing3 books (2023–2025)
Start with Assassin's Apprentice Volume 1(By: Jody Houser) and read in order.
Farseer Series
Complete5 books (1995–2013)
Start with Assassin's Apprentice, the first of 5 books in the Farseer series.
Fitz and The Fool Trilogy Series
Complete3 books (2014–2017)
Start with Fool's Assassin and read in order.
Liveship Traders Series
Complete3 books (1998–2000)
Start with Ship of Magic and read in order.
Rain Wild Chronicles Series
Complete5 books (2009–2013)
Start with Dragon Keeper, the first of 5 books in the Rain Wild Chronicles series.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Inheritance & Other Stories(With: Megan Lindholm) 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Soldier Son Trilogy Series
Complete3 books (2005–2007)
Start with Shaman's Crossing and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete3 books (1991–1992)
Start with Cloven Hooves(By: Megan Lindholm) and read in order.
Tawny Man Series
Complete3 books (2001–2003)
Start with Fool's Errand and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Robin Hobb written?
- Robin Hobb has written 38 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 1991 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Robin Hobb series?
- Here are the first books in Robin Hobb's series: Anthologies: Meditations on Middle-Earth; Assassin's Apprentice Graphic Novel: Assassin's Apprentice Volume 1(By: Jody Houser); Farseer: Assassin's Apprentice; Fitz and The Fool Trilogy: Fool's Assassin; Liveship Traders: Ship of Magic.
- What order should I read Robin Hobb's books?
- We recommend reading Robin Hobb's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Robin Hobb still writing new books?
- Yes, Robin Hobb has 2 ongoing series: Anthologies, Assassin's Apprentice Graphic Novel.