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ⓘ About Garth Nix
Garth Richard Nix is a highly talented Australian author born July 19th 1963. His pieces of art have made an impact in the lives of many young people across the globe. He specializes in children as well as young adult fantasy type of novels. He has been doing well to shape his career as a talented writer who despising all odds made it to the list of the most creative, highly oriented and gifted writers of the modern times. His style is unique and so much influential. Many young people believe that his name is a pseudonym, but he keeps responding to the question that it sounds as the best name for a fantasy author, but it is his real name. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books series, Garth Nix 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 Garth Nix
Sabriel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books with Sabriel, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Lirael
Lirael is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Abhorsen
Abhorsen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Creature in the Case
The Creature in the Case continues the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Clairel
Clairel continues the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
To Hold the Bridge
To Hold the Bridge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Doctor Crake Crosses the Wall
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books with Doctor Crake Crosses the Wall, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Goldenhand
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books with Goldenhand, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Terciel and Elinor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books with Terciel and Elinor, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
To Hold the Bridge
To Hold the Bridge is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Clairel
Clairel continues the Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Terciel and Elinor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books with Terciel and Elinor, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Sabriel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books with Sabriel, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Lirael
Lirael is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Abhorsen
Abhorsen is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Creature in the Case
The Creature in the Case continues the Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Goldenhand
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books with Goldenhand, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Doctor Crake Crosses the Wall
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books with Doctor Crake Crosses the Wall, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Have Sword, Will Travel
Epic adventure awaits in Have Sword, Will Travel, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Have Sword, Will Travel Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Garth Nix has built.
Let Sleeping Dragons Lie
Epic adventure awaits in Let Sleeping Dragons Lie, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Have Sword, Will Travel Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Garth Nix has built.
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Left-Handed Booksellers of London Books with The Left-Handed Booksellers of London, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Sinister Booksellers of Bath
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Left-Handed Booksellers of London Books with The Sinister Booksellers of Bath, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Mister Monday
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Keys to the Kingdom Books with Mister Monday, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Grim Tuesday
Grim Tuesday continues the Publication Order of The Keys to the Kingdom Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Drowned Wednesday
Drowned Wednesday is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Keys to the Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Sir Thursday
Sir Thursday is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Keys to the Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Lady Friday
Lady Friday is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Keys to the Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Superior Saturday
Superior Saturday is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Keys to the Kingdom Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Lord Sunday
Lord Sunday continues the Publication Order of The Keys to the Kingdom Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Fall
The Fall is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Seventh Tower Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Castle
Castle continues the Publication Order of The Seventh Tower Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Aenir
Aenir continues the Publication Order of The Seventh Tower Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Above the Veil
Above the Veil continues the Publication Order of The Seventh Tower Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Into Battle
Conflict and courage define Into Battle, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Seventh Tower Books series by Garth Nix that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Violet Keystone
The Violet Keystone continues the Publication Order of The Seventh Tower Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Shade's Children
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Shade's Children Books with Shade's Children, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Troubletwisters
Troubletwisters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Troubletwisters Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Monster
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Troubletwisters Books with The Monster, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Mystery
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Troubletwisters Books with The Mystery, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Missing
The Missing continues the Publication Order of Troubletwisters Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ragwitch
Magic takes center stage in The Ragwitch, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that expands the enchanting world created by Garth Nix.
A Confusion of Princes
A Confusion of Princes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Newt's Emerald
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Newt's Emerald, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Frogkisser!
Frogkisser! explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Garth Nix.
Angel Mage
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Angel Mage, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
We Do Not Welcome Our Ten-Year-Old Overlord
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with We Do Not Welcome Our Ten-Year-Old Overlord, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Massif
Massif is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Fire Above, Fire Below
Fire Above, Fire Below is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Dislocation Space
Dislocation Space continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Case of the Somewhat Mythic Sword
Epic adventure awaits in The Case of the Somewhat Mythic Sword, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series that raises the stakes across the realm Garth Nix has built.
The Necessary Arthur
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Necessary Arthur, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Sisters of Saint Nicola of The Almost Perpetual Motion vs the Lurch
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Sisters of Saint Nicola of The Almost Perpetual Motion vs the Lurch, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Asymmetrical
Asymmetrical continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Across the Wall: Tales of the Old Kingdom and Beyond
Epic adventure awaits in Across the Wall: Tales of the Old Kingdom and Beyond, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series that raises the stakes across the realm Garth Nix has built.
Sir Hereward and Mister Fitz
Conflict and courage define Sir Hereward and Mister Fitz, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Garth Nix that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
One Beastly Beast: Two Aliens, Three Inventors, Four Fantastic Tales
One Beastly Beast: Two Aliens, Three Inventors, Four Fantastic Tales continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
To Hold the Bridge
To Hold the Bridge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Serena and the Sea Serpent
Serena and the Sea Serpent continues the Publication Order of Aussie Bites Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Calusari
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The X-Files: Young Adult Books with The Calusari, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Out of the Mirror, Darkness
Out of the Mirror, Darkness is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Into Shadow Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume One is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Two continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Three continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Four is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Five continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Six, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eight, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Nine, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Ten is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction
The Best of the Best Horror of the Year: 10 Years of Essential Short Horror Fiction continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Eleven, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Twelve is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen
The Best Horror of the Year Volume Thirteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books with The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fourteen, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Fifteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Sixteen continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen
The Best Horror of the Year, Volume Seventeen continues the Publication Order of Best Horror of the Year Books story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fantastic Worlds
Fantastic Worlds continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Love and Sex
Love and Sex explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Garth Nix.
Firebirds
Firebirds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Gothic!: Ten Original Dark Tales
Gothic!: Ten Original Dark Tales continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Kids' Night In
Kids' Night In continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wizards / Dark Alchemy
Magic takes center stage in Wizards / Dark Alchemy, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Garth Nix.
Top Stories 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Top Stories 2, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Midnight Feast
Midnight Feast is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Fast Ships, Black Sails
Fast Ships, Black Sails continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fantasy: The Best of the Year, 2008 Edition
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Fantasy: The Best of the Year, 2008 Edition, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Twenty-First Annual Collection
Twenty-First Annual Collection continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Year's Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2009, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Year's Best Australian Science Fiction and Fantasy, Volume 4
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Year's Best Australian Science Fiction and Fantasy, Volume 4, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Mammoth Book of Best New SF 22, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Dragon Book
Epic adventure awaits in The Dragon Book, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Garth Nix has built.
Geektastic: Stories from the Nerd Herd
Geektastic: Stories from the Nerd Herd continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Legends of Australian Fantasy
Legends of Australian Fantasy continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Teeth: Vampire Tales
Teeth: Vampire Tales continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Happily Ever After
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Happily Ever After, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Thackery T. Lambshead Cabinet of Curiosities
The Thackery T. Lambshead Cabinet of Curiosities continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ghosts by Gaslight
Ghosts by Gaslight is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Under My Hat: Tales from the Cauldron
Under My Hat: Tales from the Cauldron is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
After: Nineteen Stories of Apocalypse and Dystopia
After: Nineteen Stories of Apocalypse and Dystopia is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Fearie Tales
Fearie Tales continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rogues
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Rogues, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume Nine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year, Volume Nine, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven
The Best Horror of the Year: Volume Seven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Starlit Wood
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Starlit Wood, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
The Book of Swords: Part 1
Epic adventure awaits in The Book of Swords: Part 1, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Garth Nix has built.
The Unicorn Anthology
The Unicorn Anthology continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Infinity Wars
Conflict and courage define Infinity Wars, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Garth Nix that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Three Sides of a Heart
Three Sides of a Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Garth Nix.
The Book of Magic: A Collection of Stories
Magic takes center stage in The Book of Magic: A Collection of Stories, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Garth Nix.
Tor.com Short Fiction Winter 2020
Tor.com Short Fiction Winter 2020 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Edited By
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Edited By, another outstanding contribution from Garth Nix.
Relics, Wrecks and Ruins
Relics, Wrecks and Ruins is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
Shapers of Worlds Volume II
Shapers of Worlds Volume II is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Garth Nix have come to expect.
The Book of Witches
Magic takes center stage in The Book of Witches, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Garth Nix.
All Hallows Eve
All Hallows Eve continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Garth Nix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Garth Nix?
Garth Nix is a bestselling author known for 16 book series containing over 117 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books, Chronological Order of Old Kingdom Books, Publication Order of Have Sword, Will Travel Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Garth Nix series to start with?
For readers new to Garth Nix's work, the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 9 books. Begin with Sabriel to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Garth Nix written?
Garth Nix has written over 117 books across 16 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Garth Nix books in order?
Yes, reading Garth Nix'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 Garth Nix write in?
Garth Nix writes primarily in fiction. With 16 series across 117 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Garth Nix's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Garth Nix'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 Garth Nix's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Garth Nix's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Old Kingdom Books series. The first book, Sabriel, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.