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Christopher Stasheff

Bestselling Author • 12 Series • 59 Books

12
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59
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books
Start with: The Warlock in Spite of Himself (1969)
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Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books
Start with: A Wizard in Absentia (1993)
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Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books
Start with: Her Majesty's Wizard (1986)

About Christopher Stasheff

Christopher Stasheff is an American author that has been compared to the likes of J.R.R. Tolkien with regards to the impact he has had on the science fiction and fantasy genres. +Biography Christopher Stasheff was born in 1944. The youngest of four children, the author spent his childhood in Mount Vernon, New York, and Ann Arbor, Michigan. Christopher knew he had a knack for storytelling even as a child. By the time he was eight, the author was already creating imaginative characters and tales. With an actor for a father, Christopher’s thirst for the stage was also sparked at a very young age. It helped that he had three siblings because he was always working hard to upstage them, a mentality that drove his eventual success. The author initially had his eyes set on pursuing puppetry. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series, Christopher Stasheff has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Christopher Stasheff

Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books
13 books 1969–2004
1

The Warlock in Spite of Himself

Conflict and courage define The Warlock in Spite of Himself, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1969
2

King Kobold Revived

King Kobold Revived continues the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books story arc with Christopher Stasheff's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1971
3

The Warlock Unlocked

Conflict and courage define The Warlock Unlocked, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1982
4

Escape Velocity

Escape Velocity is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1983
5

The Warlock Enraged

Conflict and courage define The Warlock Enraged, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1985
6

The Warlock Is Missing

Conflict and courage define The Warlock Is Missing, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1986
7

The Warlock Wandering

Conflict and courage define The Warlock Wandering, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1986
8

The Warlock Heretical

Conflict and courage define The Warlock Heretical, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1987
9

The Warlock's Companion

Conflict and courage define The Warlock's Companion, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1988
10

The Warlock Insane

Conflict and courage define The Warlock Insane, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1989
11

The Warlock Rock

Conflict and courage define The Warlock Rock, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1990
12

Warlock and Son

Conflict and courage define Warlock and Son, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1991
13

The Warlock's Last Ride

Conflict and courage define The Warlock's Last Ride, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2004
Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books
10 books 1993–2001
1

A Wizard in Absentia

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in Absentia, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1993
2

A Wizard in Bedlam

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in Bedlam, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1995
3

A Wizard in War

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in War, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1995
4

A Wizard in Mind

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in Mind, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1995
5

A Wizard in Peace

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in Peace, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1996
6

A Wizard in Chaos

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in Chaos, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1997
7

A Wizard in Midgard

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in Midgard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1998
8

A Wizard and a Warlord

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard and a Warlord, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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2000
9

A Wizard in the Way

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in the Way, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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2000
10

A Wizard in a Feud

Magic takes center stage in A Wizard in a Feud, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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2001
Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books
8 books 1986–2000
1

Her Majesty's Wizard

Magic takes center stage in Her Majesty's Wizard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1986
2

The Oathbound Wizard

Magic takes center stage in The Oathbound Wizard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1993
3

The Witch Doctor

Magic takes center stage in The Witch Doctor, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1994
4

The Secular Wizard

Magic takes center stage in The Secular Wizard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1995
5

My Son, the Wizard

Magic takes center stage in My Son, the Wizard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1997
6

The Haunted Wizard

Magic takes center stage in The Haunted Wizard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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2000
7

The Crusading Wizard

Magic takes center stage in The Crusading Wizard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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2000
8

The Feline Wizard

Magic takes center stage in The Feline Wizard, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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2000
Publication Order of Starship Troupers Books
3 books 1991–1994
1

A Company of Stars

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Starship Troupers Books with A Company of Stars, another outstanding contribution from Christopher Stasheff.

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1991
2

We Open on Venus

We Open on Venus is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Starship Troupers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1991
3

A Slight Detour

A Slight Detour is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Starship Troupers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1994
Publication Order of Warlock's Heirs Books
4 books 1994–2001
1

M'Lady Witch

Magic takes center stage in M'Lady Witch, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Warlock's Heirs Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1994
2

Quicksilver's Knight

Quicksilver's Knight continues the Publication Order of Warlock's Heirs Books story arc with Christopher Stasheff's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
3

The Spell-Bound Scholar

Magic takes center stage in The Spell-Bound Scholar, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Warlock's Heirs Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1999
4

Here Be Monsters

Here Be Monsters continues the Publication Order of Warlock's Heirs Books story arc with Christopher Stasheff's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
Publication Order of The Star Stone Books
2 books 1995–1996
1

The Shaman

The Shaman continues the Publication Order of The Star Stone Books story arc with Christopher Stasheff's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
2

The Sage

The Sage is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Star Stone Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1996
Publication Order of The Crafters Books
1 books 1992–1992
1

Blessings and Curses

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Crafters Books with Blessings and Curses, another outstanding contribution from Christopher Stasheff.

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1992
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
2 books 1997–2005
1

The Seaman

The Seaman continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Christopher Stasheff's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
2

Saint Vidicon to the Rescue

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Saint Vidicon to the Rescue, another outstanding contribution from Christopher Stasheff.

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2005
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
3 books 2014–2019
1

Coronach of the Bell

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Coronach of the Bell, another outstanding contribution from Christopher Stasheff.

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2014
2

The Warlock's Grandfather

Conflict and courage define The Warlock's Grandfather, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2014
3

The Ghost Girl

The Ghost Girl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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2019
Publication Order of The Incompleat Enchanter Books
2 books 1992–1995
1

The Enchanter Reborn

The Enchanter Reborn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Incompleat Enchanter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1992
2

The Exotic Enchanter

The Exotic Enchanter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Incompleat Enchanter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1995
Publication Order of Wing Commander Books
1 books 1993–1993
1

End Run

End Run is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wing Commander Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1993
Publication Order of Anthologies
10 books 1991–2002
1

The Siege of Arsita

The Siege of Arsita is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1991
2

The Crafters

The Crafters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1991
3

The Gods of War

Conflict and courage define The Gods of War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1992
4

Battlestations

Conflict and courage define Battlestations, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Christopher Stasheff that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1992
5

Honor of the Regiment

Honor of the Regiment is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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1993
6

Dragon's Eye

Epic adventure awaits in Dragon's Eye, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Christopher Stasheff has built.

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1994
7

The Day the Magic Stopped

Magic takes center stage in The Day the Magic Stopped, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Christopher Stasheff.

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1995
8

Don't Forget Your Spacesuit, Dear

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Don't Forget Your Spacesuit, Dear, another outstanding contribution from Christopher Stasheff.

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1996
9

DAW 30th Anniversary Fantasy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with DAW 30th Anniversary Fantasy, another outstanding contribution from Christopher Stasheff.

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2002
10

DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthologies

DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthologies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Christopher Stasheff have come to expect.

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2002

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Christopher Stasheff?

Christopher Stasheff is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 59 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books, Publication Order of Rogue Wizard Books, Publication Order of Wizard in Rhyme Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Christopher Stasheff series to start with?

For readers new to Christopher Stasheff's work, the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 13 books. Begin with The Warlock in Spite of Himself to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Christopher Stasheff written?

Christopher Stasheff has written over 59 books across 12 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Christopher Stasheff books in order?

Yes, reading Christopher Stasheff's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Christopher Stasheff write in?

Christopher Stasheff writes primarily in fiction. With 12 series across 59 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Christopher Stasheff's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Christopher Stasheff's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Christopher Stasheff's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Christopher Stasheff's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Warlock of Gramarye Books series. The first book, The Warlock in Spite of Himself, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.