📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books Best for beginners - Start with "Why a Manger?" (2006)
Publication Order of Elijah Chronicles Books Popular choice - Start with "On the Mountain of the Lord" (2018)
Publication Order of Galway Chronicles Books Popular choice - Start with "Only the River Runs Free" (1997)
Publication Order of The Jerusalem Chronicles Books Popular choice - Start with "When Jesus Wept" (2013)

About the Author

Vienna Prelude Vienna Prelude is the first book in the Zion Covenant series narrated at a time before the Second World War. Most of us know how evil and wicked Hitler was and this book explains his evil doings. The author begins by giving us the backstory and the background of the book. The story is set in Vienna a place known for its people’s love for music and culture and the Jewish population during Hitler’s rise of power. His army breaks the Versailles treaty in 1918, rearms and ends up occupying Rhineland making it Germany’s land. The breach of the contract is to get a strong response from France, Italy, and England. When they fail to respond it shows that they have invited Hitler to rule all Germans which includes Austria which wanted to be independent. His only fear was the step the. Bodie Thoene is the author of over 79 books across 16 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Bodie Thoene has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books

12 books
  • First Light 'First Light' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here
  • Second Touch Experience the magic of 'Second Touch' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books universe.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • Third Watch The Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books series continues with 'Third Watch', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • Fourth Dawn In 'Fourth Dawn', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books saga.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here
  • Fifth Seal In 'Fifth Seal', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books saga.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • Sixth Covenant In 'Sixth Covenant', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books saga.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Seventh Day The Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books series continues with 'Seventh Day', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Eighth Shepherd 'Eighth Shepherd' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Ninth Witness Join the adventure in 'Ninth Witness' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Tenth Stone In 'Tenth Stone', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books saga.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here
  • Eleventh Guest Join the adventure in 'Eleventh Guest' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here
  • Twelfth Prophecy Experience the magic of 'Twelfth Prophecy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of A.D. Chronicles Books universe.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Elijah Chronicles Books

5 books
  • On the Mountain of the Lord Join the adventure in 'On the Mountain of the Lord' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Elijah Chronicles Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2018)
  • The Threshing Floor The Publication Order of Elijah Chronicles Books series continues with 'The Threshing Floor', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (2019)
  • The Cyrus Mandate 'The Cyrus Mandate' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Elijah Chronicles Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2020)
  • As the Days of Noah Join the adventure in 'As the Days of Noah' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Elijah Chronicles Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2021)
  • The Final Witness Join the adventure in 'The Final Witness' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Elijah Chronicles Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Galway Chronicles Books

4 books
  • Only the River Runs Free The Publication Order of Galway Chronicles Books series continues with 'Only the River Runs Free', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (1997)
  • Of Men and of Angels Join the adventure in 'Of Men and of Angels' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Galway Chronicles Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (1999)
  • Ashes of Remembrance 'Ashes of Remembrance' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Galway Chronicles Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1999)
  • All Rivers to the Sea In 'All Rivers to the Sea', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Galway Chronicles Books saga.
    (2000)

Publication Order of The Jerusalem Chronicles Books

3 books
  • When Jesus Wept Experience the magic of 'When Jesus Wept' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Jerusalem Chronicles Books universe.
    (2013)
  • Take This Cup Experience the magic of 'Take This Cup' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Jerusalem Chronicles Books universe.
    (2014)
  • Behold the Man 'Behold the Man' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Jerusalem Chronicles Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Legends of the West Books

4 books
  • Legends of the West: Volume One Experience the magic of 'Legends of the West: Volume One' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Legends of the West Books universe.
    (2007)
  • Legends of the West: Volume Two The Publication Order of Legends of the West Books series continues with 'Legends of the West: Volume Two', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (2007)
  • Legends of the West: Volume Three The Publication Order of Legends of the West Books series continues with 'Legends of the West: Volume Three', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (2008)
  • Legends of the West: Volume Four In 'Legends of the West: Volume Four', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Legends of the West Books saga.
    (2008)

Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books

4 books
  • Why a Manger? Experience the magic of 'Why a Manger?' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books universe.
    (2006)
  • Why a Crown? 'Why a Crown?' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2007)
  • Why a Shepherd? In 'Why a Shepherd?', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books saga.
    (2007)
  • Why a Star? Join the adventure in 'Why a Star?' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2008)

Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books

8 books
  • The Man from Shadow Ridge Experience the magic of 'The Man from Shadow Ridge' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books universe.
    (1990)
  • Riders of the Silver Rim In 'Riders of the Silver Rim', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books saga.
    (1990)
  • Gold Rush Prodigal 'Gold Rush Prodigal' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1991)
  • Cannons of the Comstock In 'Cannons of the Comstock', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books saga.
    (1992)
  • Shooting Star Experience the magic of 'Shooting Star' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books universe.
    (1993)
  • Flames on the Barbary Coast 'Flames on the Barbary Coast' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1993)
  • Sequoia Scout Join the adventure in 'Sequoia Scout' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (1999)
  • The Year of the Grizzly The Publication Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series continues with 'The Year of the Grizzly', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (1999)

Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books

8 books
  • The Man from Shadow Ridge Experience the magic of 'The Man from Shadow Ridge' as it builds upon the beloved Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books universe.
    (1990)
  • Riders of the Silver Rim In 'Riders of the Silver Rim', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books saga.
    (1990)
  • Gold Rush Prodigal 'Gold Rush Prodigal' is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1991)
  • Sequoia Scout Join the adventure in 'Sequoia Scout' as the story unfolds across the Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (1999)
  • Cannons of the Comstock In 'Cannons of the Comstock', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books saga.
    (1992)
  • The Year of the Grizzly The Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series continues with 'The Year of the Grizzly', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (1999)
  • Shooting Star Experience the magic of 'Shooting Star' as it builds upon the beloved Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books universe.
    (1993)
  • Flames on the Barbary Coast 'Flames on the Barbary Coast' is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Saga of the Sierras Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1993)

Publication Order of Shiloh Legacy Books

3 books
  • In My Father's House Join the adventure in 'In My Father's House' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Shiloh Legacy Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (1993)
  • A Thousand Shall Fall Experience the magic of 'A Thousand Shall Fall' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Shiloh Legacy Books universe.
    (2006)
  • Say to This Mountain 'Say to This Mountain' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Shiloh Legacy Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2006)

Publication Order of Wayward Wind Books

3 books
  • Winds of Promise The Publication Order of Wayward Wind Books series continues with 'Winds of Promise', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (1997)
  • To Gather the Wind The Publication Order of Wayward Wind Books series continues with 'To Gather the Wind', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (1998)
  • Winds of the Cumberland In 'Winds of the Cumberland', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Wayward Wind Books saga.
    (1999)

Publication Order of Zion Chronicles Books

5 books
  • The Gates of Zion 'The Gates of Zion' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Zion Chronicles Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1986)
  • A Daughter of Zion The Publication Order of Zion Chronicles Books series continues with 'A Daughter of Zion', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (1987)
  • The Return to Zion In 'The Return to Zion', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Zion Chronicles Books saga.
    (1987)
  • A Light in Zion Experience the magic of 'A Light in Zion' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Zion Chronicles Books universe.
    (1988)
  • The Key to Zion Experience the magic of 'The Key to Zion' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Zion Chronicles Books universe.
    (1991)

Publication Order of Zion Legacy Books

6 books
  • Jerusalem Vigil In 'Jerusalem Vigil', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Zion Legacy Books saga.
    (2000)
  • Thunder from Jerusalem 'Thunder from Jerusalem' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Zion Legacy Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2000)
  • Jerusalem's Heart 'Jerusalem's Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Zion Legacy Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2001)
  • The Jerusalem Scrolls Join the adventure in 'The Jerusalem Scrolls' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Zion Legacy Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2001)
  • Stones of Jerusalem In 'Stones of Jerusalem', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Zion Legacy Books saga.
    (2002)
  • Jerusalem's Hope 'Jerusalem's Hope' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Zion Legacy Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2002)

Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books

9 books
  • Vienna Prelude Join the adventure in 'Vienna Prelude' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (1989)
  • Prague Counterpoint 'Prague Counterpoint' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1989)
  • Munich Signature The Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books series continues with 'Munich Signature', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (1990)
  • Jerusalem Interlude 'Jerusalem Interlude' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (1990)
  • Danzig Passage Join the adventure in 'Danzig Passage' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (1991)
  • Warsaw Requiem In 'Warsaw Requiem', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books saga.
    (1991)
  • London Refrain 'London Refrain' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2005)
  • Paris Encore Experience the magic of 'Paris Encore' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books universe.
    (2005)
  • Dunkirk Crescendo 'Dunkirk Crescendo' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Zion Covenant Books series, set in the world Bodie Thoene has created.
    (2005)

Publication Order of Zion Diaries Books

2 books
  • The Gathering Storm The Publication Order of Zion Diaries Books series continues with 'The Gathering Storm', another thrilling entry from Bodie Thoene.
    (2010)
  • Against the Wind Join the adventure in 'Against the Wind' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Zion Diaries Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2011)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • Heartland Autumn 'Heartland Autumn' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2025)
  • Heartland Winter 'Heartland Winter' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2026)

Publication Order of Love Finds You Books

1 books
  • Love Finds You in Lahaina, Hawaii 'Love Finds You in Lahaina, Hawaii' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Love Finds You Books series by Bodie Thoene.
    (2010)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Bodie Thoene?

Bodie Thoene is a bestselling author known for 16 book series containing over 79 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Bodie Thoene book series to start with?

For readers new to Bodie Thoene's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of The Little Books of Why? Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 4 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Bodie Thoene's writing.

Q: How many books has Bodie Thoene written?

Bodie Thoene has written over 79 books across 16 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.