📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Empire Books Best for beginners - Start with "Wounds of Honour" (2009)
Publication Order of The Centurions Books Popular choice - Start with "Betrayal" (2017)
Publication Order of Michael Bale Books Popular choice - Start with "Nemesis" (2021)

About the Author

Anthony Riches is a British writer a series of novels in historical military fiction, the most popular of which is the Empire series. He has always been interested in military history ever since he heard fascinating stories of the two world wars from his father and grandfather that were war veterans. He subsequently proceeded to attend Manchester University where he took a degree in Military Studies. Nonetheless, after graduating, he spent the next 25 years working for several well-known companies in a variety of roles. Over this period, Anthony Riches was a change project management and business systems expert and analyst, with the last decade spent in the Middle and Far East, the USA, Europe and the UK as a freelance project manager. He started writing the first draft of what would becom. Anthony Riches is the author of over 20 books across 3 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Empire Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Anthony Riches has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Empire Books

15 books
  • Wounds of Honour 'Wounds of Honour' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here
  • Arrows of Fury 'Arrows of Fury' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • Fortress of Spears In 'Fortress of Spears', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Empire Books saga.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here
  • The Leopard Sword The Publication Order of Empire Books series continues with 'The Leopard Sword', another thrilling entry from Anthony Riches.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • The Wolf's Gold In 'The Wolf's Gold', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Empire Books saga.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • The Emperor's Knives In 'The Emperor's Knives', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Empire Books saga.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • The Eagle's Vengeance Experience the magic of 'The Eagle's Vengeance' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Empire Books universe.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Thunder of the Gods 'Thunder of the Gods' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • Altar of Blood Experience the magic of 'Altar of Blood' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Empire Books universe.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • The Scorpion's Strike 'The Scorpion's Strike' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2019) ⭐ Start here
  • River of Gold 'River of Gold' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here
  • Vengeance 'Vengeance' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Empire Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • Storm of War Join the adventure in 'Storm of War' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Empire Books series by Anthony Riches.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here
  • Clash of Legions The Publication Order of Empire Books series continues with 'Clash of Legions', another thrilling entry from Anthony Riches.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here
  • Field of Blood Join the adventure in 'Field of Blood' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Empire Books series by Anthony Riches.
    (2026) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of The Centurions Books

3 books
  • Betrayal 'Betrayal' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Centurions Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2017)
  • Onslaught 'Onslaught' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Centurions Books series, set in the world Anthony Riches has created.
    (2017)
  • Retribution Experience the magic of 'Retribution' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Centurions Books universe.
    (2018)

Publication Order of Michael Bale Books

2 books
  • Nemesis In 'Nemesis', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Michael Bale Books saga.
    (2021)
  • Target Zero In 'Target Zero', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Michael Bale Books saga.
    (2022)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Anthony Riches?

Anthony Riches is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 20 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Empire Books, Publication Order of The Centurions Books, Publication Order of Michael Bale Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Anthony Riches book series to start with?

For readers new to Anthony Riches's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Empire Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 15 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Anthony Riches's writing.

Q: How many books has Anthony Riches written?

Anthony Riches has written over 20 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.