📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Best for beginners - Start with "Muriel Spark" (1979)
Publication Order of Dark Ages Books Popular choice - Start with "The Evening of the World" (1999)
Publication Order of Imperial Books Popular choice - Start with "Augustus / Let the Emperor Speak" (1986)
Publication Order of Question Of Loyalties Books Popular choice - Start with "A Question Of Loyalties" (1989)

About the Author

Born on 19 October 1938 in Singapore, Allan Massie is a renowned Scottish sportswriter, journalist, and author. After completing his college education at Trinidad College, Massie began his career as a teacher. Later on in the year 1972, Allan Massie relocated to Rome where he served as an English professor. Ten years down the line, Allan Massie became a creative writing fellow at Glasgow, Edinburgh and Strathclyde Universities. Between the year 1989 and 1991, Allan Massie served as a member of the Scottish Arts Council and later on a Trustee of National-Museums of Scotland. As a reporter, Allan Massie worked for the Glasgow Herald and the Sunday-Times Scotland. Massie also served for the Daily Mail, Daily Telegraph, and the New Edinburgh Review. Massie released his debut novel titled Decay. Allan Massie is the author of over 50 books across 10 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Allan Massie has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Bordeaux Books

4 books
  • Death in Bordeaux In 'Death in Bordeaux', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Bordeaux Books series by Allan Massie.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • Dark Summer in Bordeaux The Publication Order of Bordeaux Books series continues with 'Dark Summer in Bordeaux', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • Cold Winter in Bordeaux Experience the magic of 'Cold Winter in Bordeaux' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Bordeaux Books universe.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • End Games in Bordeaux Experience the magic of 'End Games in Bordeaux' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Bordeaux Books universe.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Dark Ages Books

3 books
  • The Evening of the World Join the adventure in 'The Evening of the World' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Dark Ages Books series by Allan Massie.
    (1999)
  • Arthur the King The Publication Order of Dark Ages Books series continues with 'Arthur the King', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (2003)
  • Charlemagne and Roland Join the adventure in 'Charlemagne and Roland' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Dark Ages Books series by Allan Massie.
    (2009)

Publication Order of Imperial Books

3 books
  • Augustus / Let the Emperor Speak The Publication Order of Imperial Books series continues with 'Augustus / Let the Emperor Speak', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1986)
  • Tiberius 'Tiberius' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Imperial Books series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1991)
  • Caesar The Publication Order of Imperial Books series continues with 'Caesar', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1993)

Publication Order of Question Of Loyalties Books

3 books
  • A Question Of Loyalties Join the adventure in 'A Question Of Loyalties' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Question Of Loyalties Books series by Allan Massie.
    (1989)
  • The Sins of the Father The Publication Order of Question Of Loyalties Books series continues with 'The Sins of the Father', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1991)
  • Shadows of Empire Join the adventure in 'Shadows of Empire' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Question Of Loyalties Books series by Allan Massie.
    (1997)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

14 books
  • Change And Decay In All Around I See The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Change And Decay In All Around I See', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1978)
  • The Last Peacock Experience the magic of 'The Last Peacock' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1980)
  • Ill Met By Gaslight In 'Ill Met By Gaslight', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1981)
  • The Death of Men In 'The Death of Men', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Allan Massie.
    (1981)
  • One Night in Winter Join the adventure in 'One Night in Winter' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Allan Massie.
    (1984)
  • The Hanging Tree The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Hanging Tree', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1990)
  • These Enchanted Woods 'These Enchanted Woods' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1993)
  • The Ragged Lion 'The Ragged Lion' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1994)
  • King David The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'King David', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1995)
  • Antony The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Antony', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1997)
  • Nero's Heirs 'Nero's Heirs' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1999)
  • Caligula Experience the magic of 'Caligula' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2003)
  • The Thistle and the Rose The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Thistle and the Rose', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (2005)
  • Surviving 'Surviving' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (2009)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

1 books
  • Klaus In 'Klaus', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Collections

2 books
  • Edinburgh and The Borders, In Verse In 'Edinburgh and The Borders, In Verse', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (1983)
  • Klaus and Other Stories In 'Klaus and Other Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (2010)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

16 books
  • Muriel Spark In 'Muriel Spark', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1979)
  • The Caesars Experience the magic of 'The Caesars' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1983)
  • A Portrait of Scottish Rugby Experience the magic of 'A Portrait of Scottish Rugby' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1984)
  • Colette Join the adventure in 'Colette' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Allan Massie.
    (1986)
  • 101 Great Scots '101 Great Scots' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1987)
  • Eisenstaedt's Aberdeen 'Eisenstaedt's Aberdeen' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1987)
  • The Novelist's View of the Market Economy The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'The Novelist's View of the Market Economy', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (1988)
  • Byron's Travels 'Byron's Travels' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1988)
  • Glasgow In 'Glasgow', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1989)
  • The Novel Today 'The Novel Today' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1990)
  • Edinburgh In 'Edinburgh', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1994)
  • The History of Selkirk Merchant Company, 1694-1994 Experience the magic of 'The History of Selkirk Merchant Company, 1694-1994' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1994)
  • Eric Linklater In 'Eric Linklater', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1999)
  • Scottish Cultural Identity The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Scottish Cultural Identity', another thrilling entry from Allan Massie.
    (2006)
  • The Royal Stuarts Experience the magic of 'The Royal Stuarts' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Life & Letters 'Life & Letters' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Saltire Books

1 books
  • Nevertheless Experience the magic of 'Nevertheless' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Saltire Books universe.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Anthologies

3 books
  • New Edinburgh Review Anthology Experience the magic of 'New Edinburgh Review Anthology' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1982)
  • P.E.N. New Fiction II 'P.E.N. New Fiction II' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Allan Massie has created.
    (1987)
  • ImagiNation: Stories of Scotland's Future In 'ImagiNation: Stories of Scotland's Future', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2011)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Allan Massie?

Allan Massie is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 50 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Bordeaux Books, Publication Order of Dark Ages Books, Publication Order of Imperial Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Allan Massie book series to start with?

For readers new to Allan Massie's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 16 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Allan Massie's writing.

Q: How many books has Allan Massie written?

Allan Massie has written over 50 books across 10 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.