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Wen Spencer

Wen Spencer Reading Order

6 series · 25 books · Born 1963

FantasyNon-FictionScience Fiction

Wen Spencer is an American author specializing in science fiction and fantasy, known for her engaging narratives featuring characters with unique abilities. Over her prolific career from 2001 to 2025, she has published 25 books across six series, including the highly praised Elfhome and Black Wolves of Boston, as well as standalone novels and a writing guide. Her talent was recognized with the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 2003.

Anthologies Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2014)

Start with A Cosmic Christmas 2 You and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of A Cosmic Christmas 2 You
A Cosmic Christmas 2 You
2013Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of The Baen Big Book of Monsters
The Baen Big Book of Monsters
2014Buy 🇺🇸

Black Wolves of Boston Series

Ongoing

2 books (2017–2025)

Start with The Black Wolves of Boston and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Black Wolves of Boston
The Black Wolves of Boston
2017Buy 🇺🇸
2
Black Tie and Tails
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Elfhome Series

Ongoing

11 books (2003–2024)

Start with Tinker, the first of 11 books in the Elfhome series.

#Title
1
Cover of Tinker
Tinker
2003Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Wolf Who Rules
2006Buy 🇺🇸
3
Blue Sky
2012Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of Elfhome
Elfhome
2012Buy 🇺🇸
5
Peace Offering
2012Buy 🇺🇸
6
Wyvern
2012Buy 🇺🇸
7
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Wood Sprites
2014Buy 🇺🇸
8
Project Elfhome
2016Buy 🇺🇸
9
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Harbinger
2022Buy 🇺🇸
10
Monsters In Our Midst
2023Buy 🇺🇸
11
Storm Furies
2024Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2013)

Start with A Brother's Price and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of A Brother's Price
A Brother's Price
2005Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Endless Blue
Endless Blue
2007Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Eight Million Gods
Eight Million Gods
2013Buy 🇺🇸

The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy Series

Complete

3 books (2002–2007)

Start with The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: Alchemy with Words and read in order.

#Title
1
The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: Alchemy with Words
2002Buy 🇺🇸
2
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The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: The Opus Magnus
2004Buy 🇺🇸
3
The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: The Author's Grimoire
2007Buy 🇺🇸

Ukiah Oregon Series

Complete

4 books (2001–2004)

Start with Alien Taste, the first of 4 books in the Ukiah Oregon series.

#Title
1
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Alien Taste
2001Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Tainted Trail
2002Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Bitter Waters
2003Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Dog Warrior
2004Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Wen Spencer written?
Wen Spencer has written 25 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2001 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Wen Spencer series?
Here are the first books in Wen Spencer's series: Anthologies: A Cosmic Christmas 2 You; Black Wolves of Boston: The Black Wolves of Boston; Elfhome: Tinker; The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: The Complete Guide to Writing Fantasy: Alchemy with Words; Ukiah Oregon: Alien Taste.
What order should I read Wen Spencer's books?
We recommend reading Wen Spencer's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Wen Spencer still writing new books?
Yes, Wen Spencer has 2 ongoing series: Black Wolves of Boston, Elfhome.

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