📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books Best for beginners - Start with "A Tale Dark & Grimm" (2010)
Publication Order of Operation Kinderspion Books Popular choice - Start with "Max in the House of Spies" (2024)
Publication Order of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Books Popular choice - Start with "So You Want to Be a Jedi?" (2015)
Publication Order of The Unicorn Rescue Society Books Popular choice - Start with "The Creature of the Pines" (2018)

About the Author

Adam Gidwitz is an American author of fiction. He was born on February 14, 1982 in San Francisco, California. He is a bestselling author and is perhaps best known for his children’s books series of fiction, the Grimm series. The series is published by Dutton Penguin. His book The Inquisitor’s Tale won him a Newbery Honor award. He grew up in Baltimore in the state of Maryland. As a student he chose to study at Columbia University, majoring in English Literature. He went abroad for his junior years as part of the Scholars Program abroad. Once he graduated from school, he taught in Brooklyn. He was also a substitute librarian, a position that he credits as inspiring him to write his Grimm series. He resides in Brooklyn with his wife and enjoys writing books full time when he isn&. Adam Gidwitz is the author of over 17 books across 6 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Adam Gidwitz has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books

3 books
  • A Tale Dark & Grimm The Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books series continues with 'A Tale Dark & Grimm', another thrilling entry from Adam Gidwitz.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • In a Glass Grimmly The Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books series continues with 'In a Glass Grimmly', another thrilling entry from Adam Gidwitz.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • The Grimm Conclusion Join the adventure in 'The Grimm Conclusion' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books series by Adam Gidwitz.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Operation Kinderspion Books

2 books
  • Max in the House of Spies Join the adventure in 'Max in the House of Spies' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Operation Kinderspion Books series by Adam Gidwitz.
    (2024)
  • Max in the Land of Lies The Publication Order of Operation Kinderspion Books series continues with 'Max in the Land of Lies', another thrilling entry from Adam Gidwitz.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Books

1 books
  • So You Want to Be a Jedi? Experience the magic of 'So You Want to Be a Jedi?' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Books universe.
    (2015)

Publication Order of The Unicorn Rescue Society Books

5 books
  • The Creature of the Pines The Publication Order of The Unicorn Rescue Society Books series continues with 'The Creature of the Pines', another thrilling entry from Adam Gidwitz.
    (2018)
  • The Basque Dragon Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Basque Dragon', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Unicorn Rescue Society Books series by Adam Gidwitz.
    (2018)
  • Sasquatch and the Muckleshoot In 'Sasquatch and the Muckleshoot', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Unicorn Rescue Society Books saga.
    (2018)
  • The Chupacabras of the Rio Grande Experience the magic of 'The Chupacabras of the Rio Grande' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Unicorn Rescue Society Books universe.
    (2020)
  • The Madre de Aguas of Cuba Join the adventure in 'The Madre de Aguas of Cuba' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Unicorn Rescue Society Books series by Adam Gidwitz.
    (2020)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

1 books
  • The Inquisitor's Tale 'The Inquisitor's Tale' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Adam Gidwitz has created.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Anthologies

5 books
  • Who Done It? In 'Who Done It?', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2013)
  • Thalia Kids's Book Club: Guys Read Terrifying Tales 'Thalia Kids's Book Club: Guys Read Terrifying Tales' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Adam Gidwitz has created.
    (2015)
  • The Creativity Project 'The Creativity Project' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Adam Gidwitz has created.
    (2018)
  • The Talk: Conversations About Race, Love & Truth 'The Talk: Conversations About Race, Love & Truth' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Adam Gidwitz.
    (2020)
  • Hope Wins Join the adventure in 'Hope Wins' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Adam Gidwitz.
    (2022)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Adam Gidwitz?

Adam Gidwitz is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 17 books. Popular series include Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books, Publication Order of Operation Kinderspion Books, Publication Order of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Adam Gidwitz book series to start with?

For readers new to Adam Gidwitz's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of A Tale Dark & Grimm Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 3 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Adam Gidwitz's writing.

Q: How many books has Adam Gidwitz written?

Adam Gidwitz has written over 17 books across 6 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.