📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Split Second Books Best for beginners - Start with "Split Second" (2015)
Publication Order of Near Future Books Popular choice - Start with "Quantum Lens" (2014)
Publication Order of Nick Hall Books Popular choice - Start with "Mind's Eye" (2014)
Publication Order of The Prometheus Project Books Popular choice - Start with "Trapped" (2005)

About the Author

Douglas E. Richards is an American writer who primarily focuses on science fiction, writing both fiction and nonfiction. Born on May 7, 1962, Richards grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio, with his parents and his sister Pam. He attended Finneytown High School, graduating in 1980. He studied microbiology at Ohio State University before obtaining an MBA from the University of Chicago and a master’s degree in molecular biology at the University of Wisconsin, where he engineered mutant viruses, currently named after him. His expertise in science led him to focus on science fiction. Douglas E. Richards is best known today as a USA Today bestselling author of the Wired series and its sequels. He has also authored six middle-grade adventures enjoyed by both adults and children. Additionally, he has writt. Douglas E. Richards is the author of over 31 books across 9 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Split Second Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Douglas E. Richards has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Alien Artifact Books

2 books
  • The Enigma Cube The Publication Order of Alien Artifact Books series continues with 'The Enigma Cube', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here
  • A Pivot In Time Experience the magic of 'A Pivot In Time' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Alien Artifact Books universe.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Near Future Books

6 books
  • Quantum Lens 'Quantum Lens' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Near Future Books series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2014)
  • Game Changer 'Game Changer' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Near Future Books series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2016)
  • Infinity Born Experience the magic of 'Infinity Born' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Near Future Books universe.
    (2017)
  • Seeker Join the adventure in 'Seeker' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Near Future Books series by Douglas E. Richards.
    (2018)
  • Veracity The Publication Order of Near Future Books series continues with 'Veracity', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2019)
  • Oracle 'Oracle' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Near Future Books series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2019)

Publication Order of Nick Hall Books

4 books
  • Mind's Eye In 'Mind's Eye', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nick Hall Books saga.
    (2014)
  • BrainWeb 'BrainWeb' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nick Hall Books series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2015)
  • MindWar The Publication Order of Nick Hall Books series continues with 'MindWar', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2016)
  • Unleashed 'Unleashed' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nick Hall Books series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2024)

Publication Order of The Prometheus Project Books

3 books
  • Trapped In 'Trapped', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Prometheus Project Books saga.
    (2005)
  • Captured The Publication Order of The Prometheus Project Books series continues with 'Captured', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2010)
  • Stranded Experience the magic of 'Stranded' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Prometheus Project Books universe.
    (2010)

Publication Order of The Rift Books

3 books
  • The Rift 'The Rift' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Rift Books series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2025)
  • The Rift 2 The Publication Order of The Rift Books series continues with 'The Rift 2', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2025)
  • The Rift 3 The Publication Order of The Rift Books series continues with 'The Rift 3', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Split Second Books

2 books
  • Split Second In 'Split Second', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Split Second Books saga.
    (2015)
  • Time Frame 'Time Frame' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Split Second Books series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2018)

Publication Order of Wired Books

2 books
  • Wired Join the adventure in 'Wired' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Wired Books series by Douglas E. Richards.
    (2005)
  • Amped The Publication Order of Wired Books series continues with 'Amped', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

8 books
  • The Devil's Sword In 'The Devil's Sword', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2010)
  • Ethan Pritcher, Body Switcher 'Ethan Pritcher, Body Switcher' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Douglas E. Richards.
    (2012)
  • The Cure In 'The Cure', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2013)
  • Out of This World 'Out of This World' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2013)
  • The Immortality Code In 'The Immortality Code', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2021)
  • Unidentified Join the adventure in 'Unidentified' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Douglas E. Richards.
    (2021)
  • Portals Experience the magic of 'Portals' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2022)
  • The Breakthrough Effect The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Breakthrough Effect', another thrilling entry from Douglas E. Richards.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Anthologies

1 books
  • Visions of the Future 'Visions of the Future' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Douglas E. Richards has created.
    (2015)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Douglas E. Richards?

Douglas E. Richards is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 31 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Split Second Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Douglas E. Richards book series to start with?

For readers new to Douglas E. Richards's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Split Second Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 2 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Douglas E. Richards's writing.

Q: How many books has Douglas E. Richards written?

Douglas E. Richards has written over 31 books across 9 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.