📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books Best for beginners - Start with "Silent Tide" (2021)
Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books Popular choice - Start with "The Legend of Ellie Quin" (2012)
Publication Order of Last Light Books Popular choice - Start with "Last Light" (2007)
Publication Order of Plague Land Books Popular choice - Start with "Plague Land / Remade" (2016)

About the Author

Alex Scarrow is an English author who is best known for his TimeRiders book series. The TimeRiders series is a young adult science fiction series that began in 2010 with the release of TimeRiders. Prior to becoming an author, Scarrow was a rock guitarist. He spent ten years in the music business, but eventually decided to leave it behind when he realized he would not get a record deal or become famous from his music career. He worked in graphic arts for a bit before becoming a computer game designer. During this career he worked on many big games, including The Thing, Evolva, Legion Arena, and Ultimate Soccer Manager. He tried to become a screenwriter, but had trouble entering the business. One of his strongest screenplays was A Thousand Suns which he turned into a novel. That novel was a. Alex Scarrow is the author of over 41 books across 8 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Alex Scarrow has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books

14 books
  • Silent Tide 'Silent Tide' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2021) ⭐ Start here
  • Old Bones New Bones Join the adventure in 'Old Bones New Bones' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2021) ⭐ Start here
  • A Burning Truth The Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series continues with 'A Burning Truth', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2021) ⭐ Start here
  • The Last Train Join the adventure in 'The Last Train' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2021) ⭐ Start here
  • The Safe Place 'The Safe Place' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • Gone to Ground In 'Gone to Ground', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books saga.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • Argyle House 'Argyle House' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • The Lock Up In 'The Lock Up', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books saga.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here
  • The Archive Experience the magic of 'The Archive' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books universe.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here
  • A Monster Among Us Experience the magic of 'A Monster Among Us' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books universe.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here
  • The Vanishing 'The Vanishing' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here
  • The Fool The Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series continues with 'The Fool', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2025) ⭐ Start here
  • A Guardian Angel 'A Guardian Angel' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2025) ⭐ Start here
  • Let's Play Join the adventure in 'Let's Play' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2026) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books

5 books
  • The Legend of Ellie Quin Join the adventure in 'The Legend of Ellie Quin' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2012)
  • The World According to Ellie Quin Join the adventure in 'The World According to Ellie Quin' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2012)
  • Beneath the Neon Sky Join the adventure in 'Beneath the Neon Sky' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2012)
  • Ellie Quin in Wonder World 'Ellie Quin in Wonder World' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2020)
  • Girl Reborn Join the adventure in 'Girl Reborn' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2020)

Publication Order of Last Light Books

2 books
  • Last Light Experience the magic of 'Last Light' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Last Light Books universe.
    (2007)
  • Afterlight The Publication Order of Last Light Books series continues with 'Afterlight', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2007)

Publication Order of Plague Land Books

3 books
  • Plague Land / Remade The Publication Order of Plague Land Books series continues with 'Plague Land / Remade', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2016)
  • Plague Nation / Reborn 'Plague Nation / Reborn' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plague Land Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2017)
  • Plague World / No Escape 'Plague World / No Escape' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plague Land Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2018)

Publication Order of TimeRiders Books

10 books
  • TimeRiders Join the adventure in 'TimeRiders' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2010)
  • Day of the Predator Join the adventure in 'Day of the Predator' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2010)
  • The Doomsday Code The Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series continues with 'The Doomsday Code', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2011)
  • The Eternal War Join the adventure in 'The Eternal War' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2011)
  • Gates of Rome Experience the magic of 'Gates of Rome' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of TimeRiders Books universe.
    (2012)
  • City of Shadows 'City of Shadows' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2012)
  • The Pirate Kings Experience the magic of 'The Pirate Kings' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of TimeRiders Books universe.
    (2013)
  • The Nearly Girl The Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series continues with 'The Nearly Girl', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2013)
  • The Mayan Prophecy Join the adventure in 'The Mayan Prophecy' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2013)
  • The Infinity Cage 'The Infinity Cage' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of TimeRiders Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

3 books
  • A Thousand Suns In 'A Thousand Suns', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2006)
  • October Skies The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'October Skies', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2008)
  • The Candle Man Join the adventure in 'The Candle Man' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alex Scarrow.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts Books

1 books
  • Spore 'Spore' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Doctor Who 50th Anniversary E-Shorts Books series, set in the world Alex Scarrow has created.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Anthologies

3 books
  • Doctor Who: 11 Doctors, 11 Stories Experience the magic of 'Doctor Who: 11 Doctors, 11 Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2013)
  • Doctor Who: 12 Doctors, 12 Stories The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Doctor Who: 12 Doctors, 12 Stories', another thrilling entry from Alex Scarrow.
    (2014)
  • Doctor Who: Thirteen Doctors, 13 Stories Experience the magic of 'Doctor Who: Thirteen Doctors, 13 Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2019)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Alex Scarrow?

Alex Scarrow is a bestselling author known for 8 book series containing over 41 books. Popular series include Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books, Publication Order of Ellie Quin Books, Publication Order of Last Light Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Alex Scarrow book series to start with?

For readers new to Alex Scarrow's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of DCI Boyd Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 14 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Alex Scarrow's writing.

Q: How many books has Alex Scarrow written?

Alex Scarrow has written over 41 books across 8 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.