David Pilling
21
Book Series
73
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of The White Hawk Books
Best for beginners - Start with "Revenge" (2012)
Publication Order of The Blood of Princes Books
Popular choice - Start with "Rise" (2022)
Publication Order of Caesar's Sword Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Red Death" (2013)
Publication Order of The Champion Books
Popular choice - Start with "Blood and Steel" (2020)
About the Author
David pilling is an English historical fiction author. David spent most of his childhood touring the ruined castles in wales which formed the basis for his writing. He also has a considerable interest in the Roman period and the medieval periods and also the British civil wars which happened in the 17th centuries. His first book was the adventures of Sir John Swale and later followed by a couple of more novels and series. He has additionally authored fantasy books together with Martin Bolton. Currently, the author is working on The Soldier of Fortune Series a book based in the adventures of John Sage. Robyn Hode Robyn Hode introduces the series, Robin Hood. Set in the English error of 1224 AD, the book gives the story of a vibrant young man Robyn Hode. Robyn is forced into the forest after. David Pilling is the author of over 73 books across 21 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of The White Hawk Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, David Pilling has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books
10 books
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The Northman The Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series continues with 'The Northman', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2022) ⭐ Start here
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The Outlaw Join the adventure in 'The Outlaw' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series by David Pilling.(2023) ⭐ Start here
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The Exile 'The Exile' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2023) ⭐ Start here
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The Warlord In 'The Warlord', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books saga.(2023) ⭐ Start here
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The Conqueror 'The Conqueror' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2023) ⭐ Start here
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The Varangian 'The Varangian' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2024) ⭐ Start here
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The Dragon Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Dragon', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series by David Pilling.(2024) ⭐ Start here
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The Crusade 'The Crusade' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2024) ⭐ Start here
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The Caesar The Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series continues with 'The Caesar', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2024) ⭐ Start here
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Axe Lord 'Axe Lord' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Bloody Hand Saga Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2025) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of The Blood of Princes Books
1 books
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Rise Join the adventure in 'Rise' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Blood of Princes Books series by David Pilling.(2022)
Publication Order of Caesar's Sword Books
4 books
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The Red Death In 'The Red Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Caesar's Sword Books series by David Pilling.(2013)
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Siege of Rome In 'Siege of Rome', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Caesar's Sword Books saga.(2013)
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Caesar's Sword Experience the magic of 'Caesar's Sword' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Caesar's Sword Books universe.(2014)
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Flame of the West 'Flame of the West' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Caesar's Sword Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2021)
Publication Order of The Champion Books
6 books
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Blood and Steel 'Blood and Steel' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Champion Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2020)
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Blood and Gold Join the adventure in 'Blood and Gold' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Champion Books series by David Pilling.(2021)
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Blood and Faith Experience the magic of 'Blood and Faith' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Champion Books universe.(2021)
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Sword of Aragon In 'Sword of Aragon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Champion Books saga.(2022)
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Blood and Battle In 'Blood and Battle', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Champion Books saga.(2022)
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Blood and Honour 'Blood and Honour' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Champion Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2023)
Publication Order of Folville's Law Books
2 books
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Invasion The Publication Order of Folville's Law Books series continues with 'Invasion', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2014)
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Conquest Experience the magic of 'Conquest' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Folville's Law Books universe.(2016)
Publication Order of Kingbreaker Books
4 books
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Rebel and Traitor The Publication Order of Kingbreaker Books series continues with 'Rebel and Traitor', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2024)
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A Star and Streams Experience the magic of 'A Star and Streams' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Kingbreaker Books universe.(2025)
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The Red Rose In 'The Red Rose', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Kingbreaker Books saga.(2025)
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Kingbreaker 'Kingbreaker' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Kingbreaker Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2025)
Publication Order of King's Knight Books
1 books
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Pendragon Rising Epic fantasy awaits in 'Pendragon Rising', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of King's Knight Books series by David Pilling.(2024)
Publication Order of Leader of Battles Books
6 books
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Ambrosius Experience the magic of 'Ambrosius' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Leader of Battles Books universe.(2014)
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Artorius Experience the magic of 'Artorius' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Leader of Battles Books universe.(2014)
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Gwenhwyfar / Call to Arms Experience the magic of 'Gwenhwyfar / Call to Arms' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Leader of Battles Books universe.(2015)
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Medraut Join the adventure in 'Medraut' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Leader of Battles Books series by David Pilling.(2017)
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Drystan / Warrior Kingdom Epic fantasy awaits in 'Drystan / Warrior Kingdom', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Leader of Battles Books series by David Pilling.(2023)
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Medraut / To Kill a King In 'Medraut / To Kill a King', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Leader of Battles Books series by David Pilling.(2024)
Publication Order of Longsword Books
6 books
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Longsword The Publication Order of Longsword Books series continues with 'Longsword', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2017)
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The Sons of Montfort The Publication Order of Longsword Books series continues with 'The Sons of Montfort', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2018)
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Holy Warrior In 'Holy Warrior', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Longsword Books saga.(2018)
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The Hooded Men In 'The Hooded Men', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Longsword Books saga.(2019)
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The King's Rebels 'The King's Rebels' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Longsword Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2019)
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The Broken Arrow In 'The Broken Arrow', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Longsword Books saga.(2020)
Publication Order of Outlaw Knight Books
5 books
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Crusade Join the adventure in 'Crusade' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Outlaw Knight Books series by David Pilling.(2025)
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The Witch of Acre 'The Witch of Acre' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Outlaw Knight Books series by David Pilling.(2025)
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Empire In 'Empire', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Outlaw Knight Books saga.(2025)
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Romanslayer 'Romanslayer' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Outlaw Knight Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2026)
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Warlord In 'Warlord', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Outlaw Knight Books saga.(2026)
Publication Order of Reiver Books
2 books
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Reiver 'Reiver' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Reiver Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2016)
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The Sword's Edge Join the adventure in 'The Sword's Edge' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Reiver Books series by David Pilling.(2017)
Publication Order of Robin Hood Books
5 books
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The First Arrow 'The First Arrow' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robin Hood Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2013)
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The Wrath of God 'The Wrath of God' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Robin Hood Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2013)
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The Hooded Man The Publication Order of Robin Hood Books series continues with 'The Hooded Man', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2014)
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Thief of Barnsdale Experience the magic of 'Thief of Barnsdale' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Robin Hood Books universe.(2014)
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The King's Pardon In 'The King's Pardon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Robin Hood Books saga.(2015)
Publication Order of Soldier of Fortune Books
2 books
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The Wolf Cub The Publication Order of Soldier of Fortune Books series continues with 'The Wolf Cub', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2015)
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The Heretic Join the adventure in 'The Heretic' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Soldier of Fortune Books series by David Pilling.(2016)
Publication Order of The Sword of Wales Books
1 books
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Marchlands 'Marchlands' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Sword of Wales Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2024)
Publication Order of Tudor Spy Books
2 books
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The Pretender In 'The Pretender', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Tudor Spy Books saga.(2022)
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The White Rose Join the adventure in 'The White Rose' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Tudor Spy Books series by David Pilling.(2023)
Publication Order of Vipers of Milan Books
1 books
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Blood Feud The Publication Order of Vipers of Milan Books series continues with 'Blood Feud', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2021)
Publication Order of The White Hawk Books
3 books
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Revenge Join the adventure in 'Revenge' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The White Hawk Books series by David Pilling.(2012)
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Loyalty / Restoration Experience the magic of 'Loyalty / Restoration' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The White Hawk Books universe.(2013)
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Survival / Sacrifice 'Survival / Sacrifice' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The White Hawk Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2015)
Publication Order of World Apparent Tales Books
2 books
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The Best Weapon 'The Best Weapon' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World Apparent Tales Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2012)
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The Path of Sorrow In 'The Path of Sorrow', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of World Apparent Tales Books saga.(2015)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
3 books
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The Half-Hanged Man Experience the magic of 'The Half-Hanged Man' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2012)
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Nowhere Was There Peace Experience the magic of 'Nowhere Was There Peace' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2013)
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The King's Spy Join the adventure in 'The King's Spy' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by David Pilling.(2025)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
6 books
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The Wars of Edward I Experience the magic of 'The Wars of Edward I' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(2017)
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Rebellion Against Henry III The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Rebellion Against Henry III', another thrilling entry from David Pilling.(2020)
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Edward I and Wales, 1254-1307 Join the adventure in 'Edward I and Wales, 1254-1307' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by David Pilling.(2021)
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Edward I's Neglected Conflict: The Anglo-French War of 1294-1303 In 'Edward I's Neglected Conflict: The Anglo-French War of 1294-1303', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(2021)
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The Rise & Fall of Dafydd ap Gruffudd, Prince of Wales Experience the magic of 'The Rise & Fall of Dafydd ap Gruffudd, Prince of Wales' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(2022)
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Edward Longshanks' Forgotten Conflict Experience the magic of 'Edward Longshanks' Forgotten Conflict' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(2024)
Publication Order of Journal of Medieval Military History Books
1 books
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Journal of Medieval Military History: Volume XIX 'Journal of Medieval Military History: Volume XIX' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Journal of Medieval Military History Books series, set in the world David Pilling has created.(2021)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is David Pilling?
David Pilling is a bestselling author known for 21 book series containing over 73 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The White Hawk Books, Publication Order of Journal of Medieval Military History Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best David Pilling book series to start with?
For readers new to David Pilling's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of The White Hawk 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 David Pilling's writing.
Q: How many books has David Pilling written?
David Pilling has written over 73 books across 21 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.