📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of The Colony Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Colony" (2012)
Publication Order of The Shadow World Books Popular choice - Start with "The Summoning" (2014)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "The Fire Fighter" (2001)
Publication Order of F.G. Cottam Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "The Going and The Rise" (2015)

About the Author

Francis F.G. Cottam is a bestselling novelist and former magazine editor whose works have been made into feature films. Cottam made his writing debut with the W.H. Smith Literature award winning novel “The Firefighter” that he first published in 2001 as Francis Cottam. Most of his earlier novels are set in World War II settings. After working for several years in historical novelists, he switched genres and went on to write paranormal thrillers using the pseudonym F.G Cottam. Over the years, he has written more than ten novels and at least two novellas that have all done very well. Francis F.G. Cottam was born and raised in Southport Lancashire and has asserted that writing was something he wanted to do ever since he was just eight years old. But the certainty would turn out to be a bad th. Francis F.G. Cottam is the author of over 12 books across 5 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of The Colony Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Francis F.G. Cottam has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of The Colony Books

3 books
  • The Colony In 'The Colony', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Colony Books saga.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • Dark Resurrection In 'Dark Resurrection', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Colony Books saga.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • Harvest of Scorn The Publication Order of The Colony Books series continues with 'Harvest of Scorn', another thrilling entry from Francis F.G. Cottam.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of The Shadow World Books

1 books
  • The Summoning In 'The Summoning', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Shadow World Books saga.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

5 books
  • The Fire Fighter Join the adventure in 'The Fire Fighter' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Francis F.G. Cottam.
    (2001)
  • Hamer's War The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Hamer's War', another thrilling entry from Francis F.G. Cottam.
    (2003)
  • Slapton Sands Join the adventure in 'Slapton Sands' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Francis F.G. Cottam.
    (2005)
  • A Shadow On The Sun Experience the magic of 'A Shadow On The Sun' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2006)
  • The Resident In 'The Resident', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2011)

Publication Order of F.G. Cottam Short Stories/Novellas

2 books
  • The Going and The Rise 'The Going and The Rise' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of F.G. Cottam Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Francis F.G. Cottam has created.
    (2015)
  • An Absence of Natural Light Experience the magic of 'An Absence of Natural Light' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of F.G. Cottam Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Anthologies

1 books
  • Beast:Revelations - A Dark Ethology - Volume 2 In 'Beast:Revelations - A Dark Ethology - Volume 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2016)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Francis F.G. Cottam?

Francis F.G. Cottam is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 12 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Colony Books, Publication Order of The Shadow World Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Francis F.G. Cottam book series to start with?

For readers new to Francis F.G. Cottam's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of The Colony 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 Francis F.G. Cottam's writing.

Q: How many books has Francis F.G. Cottam written?

Francis F.G. Cottam has written over 12 books across 5 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.