Beth Cato
7
Book Series
38
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Anthologies
Best for beginners - Start with "Mountain Magic" (2010)
Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Clockwork Dagger" (2014)
Publication Order of Blood of Earth Books
Popular choice - Start with "Breath of Earth" (2016)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Popular choice - Start with "Cheddar Luck Next Time" (2025)
About the Author
Author Beth Cato has written the “Clockwork Dagger Duology” series and the “Breath of Earth” series. There are both novels and short stories to the “Clockwork Dagger” series. She writes fantasy stories that contain elements of high fantasy, romance, steam punk, and adventure. Cato has been a finalist for a Locus Award for “The Clockwork Dagger” (first novel category) in the year 2015 and for RT Reviewers’ Choice Finalist for “The Clockwork Crown”. “Wings of Sorrow and Bone” (which is a novella that she wrote) was nominated for a Nebula in the year 2016. “Final Flight” was listed on Library Journal’s best books of 2016 list. She lives with her husband Jason (who loves hockey) and her son Nicholas (who is obsessed with numbers), and a cat Porom (that is canned ham sized). Beth Ca. Beth Cato is the author of over 38 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Anthologies series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Beth Cato has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Chefs of the Five Gods Books
2 books
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A Thousand Recipes for Revenge The Publication Order of Chefs of the Five Gods Books series continues with 'A Thousand Recipes for Revenge', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2023) ⭐ Start here
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A Feast for Starving Stone The Publication Order of Chefs of the Five Gods Books series continues with 'A Feast for Starving Stone', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2024) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books
5 books
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The Clockwork Dagger In 'The Clockwork Dagger', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books saga.(2014)
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The Deepest Poison Experience the magic of 'The Deepest Poison' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books universe.(2015)
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The Clockwork Crown In 'The Clockwork Crown', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books saga.(2015)
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Wings of Sorrow and Bone Experience the magic of 'Wings of Sorrow and Bone' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books universe.(2015)
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Final Flight Experience the magic of 'Final Flight' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books universe.(2016)
Publication Order of Blood of Earth Books
3 books
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Breath of Earth Experience the magic of 'Breath of Earth' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Blood of Earth Books universe.(2016)
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Call of Fire 'Call of Fire' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Blood of Earth Books series, set in the world Beth Cato has created.(2017)
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Roar of Sky Experience the magic of 'Roar of Sky' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Blood of Earth Books universe.(2018)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
2 books
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Cheddar Luck Next Time The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Cheddar Luck Next Time', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2025)
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A House Between Sea and Sky Join the adventure in 'A House Between Sea and Sky' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Beth Cato.(2025)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
2 books
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Deep Roots Join the adventure in 'Deep Roots' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Beth Cato.(2016)
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Red Dust and Dancing Horses and Other Stories Experience the magic of 'Red Dust and Dancing Horses and Other Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.(2017)
Publication Order of Gothic Fantasy Books
1 books
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Science Fiction Short Stories Experience the magic of 'Science Fiction Short Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Gothic Fantasy Books universe.(2015)
Publication Order of Anthologies
23 books
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Mountain Magic 'Mountain Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Beth Cato.(2010)
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Daily Science Fiction Stories of October 2010 In 'Daily Science Fiction Stories of October 2010', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2010)
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Not Just Rockets and Robots: Daily Science Fiction Year One In 'Not Just Rockets and Robots: Daily Science Fiction Year One', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2012)
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Year's Best Young Adult Speculative Fiction 2013 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Year's Best Young Adult Speculative Fiction 2013', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2013)
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Oomph: A Little Super Goes a Long Way The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Oomph: A Little Super Goes a Long Way', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2013)
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Coffee The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Coffee', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2013)
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Spark: A Creative Anthology, Volume V The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Spark: A Creative Anthology, Volume V', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2014)
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Trust & Treachery: Tales of Power and Intrigue Experience the magic of 'Trust & Treachery: Tales of Power and Intrigue' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2014)
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Fae Experience the magic of 'Fae' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2014)
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A is for Apocalypse Experience the magic of 'A is for Apocalypse' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2014)
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Mythic Delirium Join the adventure in 'Mythic Delirium' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Beth Cato.(2014)
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B is for Broken 'B is for Broken' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Beth Cato has created.(2015)
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Tales of the Talisman, Volume 10, Issue 4 Experience the magic of 'Tales of the Talisman, Volume 10, Issue 4' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2015)
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For Want of a Horse In 'For Want of a Horse', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2015)
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2016 Young Explorer's Adventure Guide '2016 Young Explorer's Adventure Guide' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Beth Cato has created.(2015)
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Mysterion: Rediscovering the Mysteries of the Christian Faith Join the adventure in 'Mysterion: Rediscovering the Mysteries of the Christian Faith' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Beth Cato.(2016)
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Little Green Men—Attack! Experience the magic of 'Little Green Men—Attack!' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2017)
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The 2017 Rhysling Anthology Join the adventure in 'The 2017 Rhysling Anthology' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Beth Cato.(2017)
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Future Science Fiction Digest Issue 2 Join the adventure in 'Future Science Fiction Digest Issue 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Beth Cato.(2019)
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Monarchies of Mau: Tales of Excellent Cats In 'Monarchies of Mau: Tales of Excellent Cats', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2019)
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The 2020 Rhysling Anthology Experience the magic of 'The 2020 Rhysling Anthology' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2020)
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Twilight Worlds: Best of NewMyths Anthology Volume II The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Twilight Worlds: Best of NewMyths Anthology Volume II', another thrilling entry from Beth Cato.(2020)
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Uncanny Magazine, Issue 53, July/August 2023 Join the adventure in 'Uncanny Magazine, Issue 53, July/August 2023' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Beth Cato.(2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Beth Cato?
Beth Cato is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 38 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Chefs of the Five Gods Books, Publication Order of Clockwork Dagger Books, Publication Order of Blood of Earth Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Beth Cato book series to start with?
For readers new to Beth Cato's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Anthologies series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 23 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Beth Cato's writing.
Q: How many books has Beth Cato written?
Beth Cato has written over 38 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.