📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Merlin of St. Gilles' Well" (1999)
Publication Order of Reign of the Favored Women Books Popular choice - Start with "Sofia" (1996)
Publication Order of Sword and the Well trilogy Books Popular choice - Start with "The Woman at the Well" (2011)
Publication Order of The Valkyries Books Popular choice - Start with "Choosers of the Slain" (2014)

About the Author

During this time, she traveled all over the Holy Land, and for about a month, she lived in Jerusalem, one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. She has come to be known for penning novels with a setting in the Middle East. Her interest in the Middle East has come from her upbringing as a Mormon. Aside from her novels, Ann Chamberlin has produced a lot of plays. However, her best-known play is “JIHAD,” which was produced in New York City in both the years 2000 and 1996. When she is not writing her novels, she can be found engaging in several of her bobbies which include folk dancing, cooking, and gardening. She is also the owner of an Arizona Renaissance Festival bookshop and is a board member of the North American Conference’s Historical Novel Society. Ann Chamberlin is the author of over 23 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Ann Chamberlin has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries Books

3 books
  • The Merlin of St. Gilles' Well In 'The Merlin of St. Gilles' Well', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries Books saga.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • The Merlin of the Oak Wood 'The Merlin of the Oak Wood' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries Books series, set in the world Ann Chamberlin has created.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • Gloria: The Merlin and The Saint The Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries Books series continues with 'Gloria: The Merlin and The Saint', another thrilling entry from Ann Chamberlin.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Reign of the Favored Women Books

3 books
  • Sofia Experience the magic of 'Sofia' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Reign of the Favored Women Books universe.
    (1996)
  • The Sultan's Daughter Join the adventure in 'The Sultan's Daughter' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Reign of the Favored Women Books series by Ann Chamberlin.
    (1997)
  • Reign of the Favored Women In 'Reign of the Favored Women', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Reign of the Favored Women Books saga.
    (1998)

Publication Order of Sword and the Well trilogy Books

3 books
  • The Woman at the Well In 'The Woman at the Well', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Sword and the Well trilogy Books saga.
    (2011)
  • The Sword of God The Publication Order of Sword and the Well trilogy Books series continues with 'The Sword of God', another thrilling entry from Ann Chamberlin.
    (2012)
  • The Sword and the Well In 'The Sword and the Well', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Sword and the Well trilogy Books saga.
    (2014)

Publication Order of The Valkyries Books

3 books
  • Choosers of the Slain The Publication Order of The Valkyries Books series continues with 'Choosers of the Slain', another thrilling entry from Ann Chamberlin.
    (2014)
  • The Linden's Red Plague 'The Linden's Red Plague' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Valkyries Books series, set in the world Ann Chamberlin has created.
    (2021)
  • Twilight of the Gods The Publication Order of The Valkyries Books series continues with 'Twilight of the Gods', another thrilling entry from Ann Chamberlin.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

6 books
  • The Virgin and the Tower Experience the magic of 'The Virgin and the Tower' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1979)
  • Tamar Experience the magic of 'Tamar' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1994)
  • Leaving Eden Join the adventure in 'Leaving Eden' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ann Chamberlin.
    (1999)
  • Snakesleeper The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Snakesleeper', another thrilling entry from Ann Chamberlin.
    (2007)
  • The Book of Wizzy In 'The Book of Wizzy', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2016)
  • The Levite's Concubine Join the adventure in 'The Levite's Concubine' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ann Chamberlin.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Picture Books

3 books
  • Dumpling 'Dumpling' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Ann Chamberlin has created.
    (2012)
  • The Witch's Cottage 'The Witch's Cottage' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Picture Books series by Ann Chamberlin.
    (2014)
  • The Fair Maid and the Pirates 'The Fair Maid and the Pirates' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Ann Chamberlin has created.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

2 books
  • A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'A History of Women's Seclusion in the Middle East', another thrilling entry from Ann Chamberlin.
    (2006)
  • Clogs and Shawls The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Clogs and Shawls', another thrilling entry from Ann Chamberlin.
    (2020)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Ann Chamberlin?

Ann Chamberlin is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 23 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries Books, Publication Order of Reign of the Favored Women Books, Publication Order of Sword and the Well trilogy Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Ann Chamberlin book series to start with?

For readers new to Ann Chamberlin's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Joan of Arc Tapestries 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 Ann Chamberlin's writing.

Q: How many books has Ann Chamberlin written?

Ann Chamberlin has written over 23 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.