Below is the complete list of Robert Jordan books in order of publication. This is the recommended reading sequence for the series.
The Wheel of Time Books in Publication Order
- The Eye of the World (1990)
- The Great Hunt (1990)
- The Dragon Reborn (1991)
- The Shadow Rising (1992)
- The Fires of Heaven (1993)
- Lord of Chaos (1994)
- A Crown of Swords (1996)
- The Path of Daggers (1998)
- Winter’s Heart (2000)
- Crossroads of Twilight (2003)
- New Spring (2004)
- Knife of Dreams (2005)
- The Gathering Storm (2009)
(With Brandon Sanderson) - Towers of Midnight (2010)
(With Brandon Sanderson) - A Memory of Light (2012)
(With Brandon Sanderson)
The Wheel of Time Graphic Novels Books in Publication Order
- New Spring (2011)
- The Eye of the World, Volume 1 (2011)
- The Eye of the World, Volume 2 (2012)
- The Eye of the World, Volume 3 (2013)
- The Eye of the World, Volume 4 (2013)
- The Eye of the World, Volume 5 (2014)
- The Eye of the World, Volume 6 (2015)
- The Great Hunt, Volume One (2024)
Wheel of Time Companion Books
with Teresa Patterson
- The World of Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time (1997)
(With Teresa Patterson) - The Wheel of Time Companion (2015)
Fallon Books in Publication Order
- The Fallon Blood (1980)
- The Fallon Pride (1981)
- The Fallon Legacy (1982)
Standalone Novels Books in Publication Order
- Cheyenne Raiders (1982)
- Warrior of the Altaii (2019)
Non-Fiction Books in Publication Order
- Alvah (2020)
Legends Books in Publication Order
- Legends (1998)
(By Stephen King, Anne McCaffrey, Robert Silverberg) - Legends II: Dragon, Sword, and King (1998)
(By Diana Gabaldon, George R.R. Martin, Orson Scott Card, Terry Brooks, Robert Silverberg, Neil Gaiman, Elizabeth Haydon) - Legends 3 (1999)
(With Terry Pratchett, Tad Williams, Robert Silverberg, Ursula K. Le Guin)
Adventures of Conan Books in Publication Order
- Conan the Invincible (1982)
- Conan The Defender (1982)
- Conan the Triumphant (1983)
- Conan the Unconquered (1983)
- Conan the Victorious (1984)
- Conan the Magnificent (1984)
- Conan the Destroyer (1984)
- Conan the Valorous (1985)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - The New Adventures of Conan (1985)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan The Raider (1986)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan the Fearless (1986)
(By Steve Perry) - Conan The Renegade (1986)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan the Champion (1987)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan the Defiant (1987)
(By Steve Perry) - Conan, The Marauder (1988)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan the Warlord (1988)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan the Valiant (1988)
(By Roland J. Green) - Conan the Great (1989)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan The Hero (1989)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan the Bold (1989)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan the Indomitable (1989)
(By Steve Perry) - Conan The Free Lance (1990)
(By Steve Perry) - Conan the Formidable (1990)
(By Steve Perry) - Conan the Guardian (1991)
(By Roland J. Green) - Conan the Outcast (1991)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan the Rogue (1991)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan the Relentless (1992)
(By Roland J. Green) - Conan The Savage (1992)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan and the Treasure of Python (1993)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan of the Red Brotherhood (1993)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan and the Gods of the Mountain (1993)
(By Roland J. Green) - Conan and the Manhunters (1994)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan The Hunter (1994)
(By Sean A. Moore) - Conan Scourge of Bloody Coast (1994)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan at the Demon’s Gate (1994)
(By Roland J. Green) - The Conan Chronicles (1995)
- Conan and the Amazon (1995)
(By John Maddox Roberts) - Conan The Gladiator (1995)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan and the Mists of Doom (1995)
(By Roland J. Green) - Conan and the Emerald Lotus (1995)
(By John C. Hocking) - Conan and the Shaman’s Curse (1996)
(By Sean A. Moore) - Conan Lord of the Black River (1996)
(By Leonard Carpenter) - Conan and the Death Lord of Thanza (1997)
(By Roland J. Green) - Conan and the Grim Grey God (1997)
(By Sean A. Moore) - Conan of Venarium (2003)
(By Harry Turtledove)
About Robert Jordan
Robert Jordan was an American fantasy author whose work helped shape modern epic fantasy. He is best known for creating the monumental The Wheel of Time, one of the most influential fantasy sagas of the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. Through intricate world-building, expansive mythology, and a vast cast of characters, Jordan developed a series that has remained a cornerstone of the genre for decades.
Robert Jordan was born James Oliver Rigney Jr. in 1948 in Charleston, South Carolina. Before becoming a full-time writer, he lived a life far removed from the world of fantasy literature. During the Vietnam War, he served in the United States Army as a helicopter gunner. His military service left a lasting impression on him, and the experiences of leadership, survival, and moral complexity later influenced the way he portrayed conflict and responsibility in his fiction.
After returning from military service, Rigney attended The Citadel, a military college in South Carolina, where he studied physics. Although his academic background was scientific, he eventually turned his attention toward storytelling. Early in his writing career he worked under several pen names, producing historical fiction and adventure novels before fully entering the fantasy genre.
The name Robert Jordan became widely recognized after the publication of The Eye of the World in 1990, the first novel in The Wheel of Time series. The story introduced readers to a richly imagined world inspired by mythology, medieval history, and cultural traditions from around the globe. At its center was the idea that time is cyclical, with history repeating itself through ages of rebirth and renewal.
Reading Robert Jordan’s books in publication order allows readers to experience how the Wheel of Time saga expanded over time. What began as the journey of a small group of young characters gradually evolved into a sweeping narrative involving kingdoms, magical orders, and ancient prophecies. The series explores the struggle between the forces of the Light and the Dark One, but it also focuses heavily on the personal growth of the characters caught in the middle of that conflict.
Jordan’s writing is particularly known for its detailed world-building. The Wheel of Time universe includes complex political systems, distinctive cultures, and an elaborate magic system known as the One Power. This magic is divided into male and female halves, creating both cooperation and tension among those who wield it. The intricate structure of the world allows the story to explore themes of balance, power, and destiny.
Another defining feature of Jordan’s storytelling is the large ensemble cast. Dozens of major characters appear across the series, each with their own perspectives and motivations. This approach allows the narrative to unfold across multiple regions and cultures, giving readers a broader view of the world and the consequences of the central conflict.
Robert Jordan continued writing the series for many years, publishing eleven volumes during his lifetime. In 2007 he passed away after a long illness, leaving the final installments unfinished. Based on extensive notes and outlines he had prepared, fellow fantasy author Brandon Sanderson completed the final three books, bringing the saga to its planned conclusion.
The enduring popularity of The Wheel of Time eventually led to the television adaptation The Wheel of Time, which introduced the story to a new generation of viewers. The books themselves remain widely read and continue to influence fantasy authors around the world.
Through his dedication to expansive storytelling and immersive world-building, Robert Jordan created a literary universe that reshaped expectations for epic fantasy. His novels demonstrate how large-scale narratives can combine mythological themes with deeply human struggles, leaving a lasting legacy within the genre.