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Herbie Brennan

Bestselling Author • 10 Series • 59 Books

10
Series
59
Books
10
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Start with: Getting Rich (1988)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books
Start with: Faerie Wars (2003)
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Publication Order of Quest Books
Start with: EgyptQuest - The Lost Treasure of The Pyramids (1997)

About Herbie Brennan

Herbie Brennan is a young adult and fantasy fiction author whose work has been published in more than fifty countries across the globe. Since he writes in both the fantasy and young adult genres, his works find appreciation in both adult circles and with children. The sales of his novels have exceeded 8 million copies. Herbie has been involved in the children’s market for years and has been writing everything from game books, to teenage fiction, picture books, and school curriculum nonfiction works. Given his keen eye for market development and technology, he was among the pioneers of adventure gamebooks and he first became a multimillion bestseller via his “GrailQuest” series. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, Herbie Brennan 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 Herbie Brennan

Publication Order of Bluebell Wood Books
2 books 2001–2002
1

Fairy Nuff

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bluebell Wood Books with Fairy Nuff, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2001
2

Nuff Said

Nuff Said is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Bluebell Wood Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2002
Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books
5 books 2003–2011
1

Faerie Wars

Conflict and courage define Faerie Wars, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books series by Herbie Brennan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2003
2

The Purple Emperor

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books with The Purple Emperor, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2004
3

Ruler of the Realm

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books with Ruler of the Realm, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2006
4

Faerie Lord

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books with Faerie Lord, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2007
5

The Faeman Quest

Epic adventure awaits in The Faeman Quest, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Herbie Brennan has built.

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2011
Publication Order of Quest Books
4 books 1997–2011
1

EgyptQuest - The Lost Treasure of The Pyramids

Epic adventure awaits in EgyptQuest - The Lost Treasure of The Pyramids, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Quest Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Herbie Brennan has built.

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1997
2

RomanQuest

Epic adventure awaits in RomanQuest, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Quest Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Herbie Brennan has built.

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2000
3

GreekQuest

Epic adventure awaits in GreekQuest, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Quest Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Herbie Brennan has built.

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2011
4

AztecQuest

Epic adventure awaits in AztecQuest, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Quest Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Herbie Brennan has built.

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2011
Publication Order of Shadow Project Books
2 books 2009–2010
1

The Shadow Project

The Shadow Project continues the Publication Order of Shadow Project Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
2

The Doomsday Box

The Doomsday Box continues the Publication Order of Shadow Project Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
7 books 1995–2019
1

The Mystery Machine

The Mystery Machine is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1995
2

Little House

Little House continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
3

Kookaburra Dreaming

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Kookaburra Dreaming, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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1997
4

Jennet's Tale

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Jennet's Tale, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2000
5

Frankenstella And The Video Shop Monster

Frankenstella And The Video Shop Monster continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
6

The Secret Prophecy

The Secret Prophecy continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
7

Nectanebo: Traveller from an Antique Land

Nectanebo: Traveller from an Antique Land continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
Publication Order of Chapbooks
8 books 1993–2001
1

Emily and the Werewolf

Emily and the Werewolf is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1993
2

Mario Scumbini and the Big Pig Swipe

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Chapbooks with Mario Scumbini and the Big Pig Swipe, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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1996
3

Bad Manners Day

Bad Manners Day continues the Publication Order of Chapbooks story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
4

The Thing from Knucker Hole

The Thing from Knucker Hole is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1996
5

Eddie the Duck

Eddie the Duck continues the Publication Order of Chapbooks story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
6

Eddie And The Bad Egg

Eddie And The Bad Egg continues the Publication Order of Chapbooks story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
7

Zartog's Remote

Zartog's Remote is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2000
8

Eddie And The Dirty Dogs

Eddie And The Dirty Dogs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2001
Publication Order of Herbie Brennan's Forbidden Truths Books
4 books 2001–2007
1

Atlantis And Other Lost Civilizations

Atlantis And Other Lost Civilizations continues the Publication Order of Herbie Brennan's Forbidden Truths Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
2

Time Travel

Time Travel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Herbie Brennan's Forbidden Truths Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2006
3

Strange Powers Of The Human Mind

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Herbie Brennan's Forbidden Truths Books with Strange Powers Of The Human Mind, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2006
4

Parallel Worlds

Parallel Worlds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Herbie Brennan's Forbidden Truths Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2007
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
25 books 1988–2017
1

Getting Rich

Getting Rich continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
2

Memory

Memory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1997
3

Seriously Weird True Stories

Seriously Weird True Stories continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
4

Letters from a Mouse

Letters from a Mouse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1997
5

Seriously Weird True Stories 02

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Seriously Weird True Stories 02, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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1998
6

The Internet

The Internet is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1998
7

Alien Contact

Alien Contact is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1998
8

Martian Genesis

Martian Genesis is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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1998
9

The Secret History of Ancient Egypt

The Secret History of Ancient Egypt is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2000
10

Techno Future

Techno Future is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2000
11

The Little Book of Nostradamus

The Little Book of Nostradamus is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2000
12

The Atlantis Enigma

The Atlantis Enigma continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
13

Dr Jenner And The Cow Pox

Dr Jenner And The Cow Pox is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2001
14

Why Do Cats Purr?

Why Do Cats Purr? continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
15

How To Remember Absolutely Everything

How To Remember Absolutely Everything continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
16

The Death Of The Dinosaurs

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Death Of The Dinosaurs as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series showcases Herbie Brennan's mastery of suspense.

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2001
17

Death: The Great Mystery of Life

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death: The Great Mystery of Life as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series showcases Herbie Brennan's mastery of suspense.

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2002
18

The Spy's Handbook

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Spy's Handbook, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2003
19

Space Quest

Epic adventure awaits in Space Quest, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Herbie Brennan has built.

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2003
20

The Ghosthunter's Handbook

The Ghosthunter's Handbook continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
21

The Aliens Handbook

The Aliens Handbook is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2005
22

The Codebreaker's Handbook

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Codebreaker's Handbook, another outstanding contribution from Herbie Brennan.

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2006
23

The Wizard's Apprentice

Magic takes center stage in The Wizard's Apprentice, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Herbie Brennan.

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2007
24

Through the Wardrobe

Conflict and courage define Through the Wardrobe, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Herbie Brennan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2008
25

The Mysterious World of Cats

The Mysterious World of Cats continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Herbie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
Publication Order of Flashbacks Books
1 books 2009–2009
1

Final Victory

Final Victory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flashbacks Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Herbie Brennan have come to expect.

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2009
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 2007–2007
1

The Restless Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Restless Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Herbie Brennan's mastery of suspense.

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2007

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Herbie Brennan?

Herbie Brennan is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 59 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Bluebell Wood Books, Publication Order of The Faerie Wars Chronicles Books, Publication Order of Quest Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Herbie Brennan series to start with?

For readers new to Herbie Brennan's work, the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 25 books. Begin with Getting Rich to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Herbie Brennan written?

Herbie Brennan has written over 59 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Herbie Brennan books in order?

Yes, reading Herbie Brennan'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 Herbie Brennan write in?

Herbie Brennan writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 59 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Herbie Brennan's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Herbie Brennan'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 Herbie Brennan's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Herbie Brennan's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series. The first book, Getting Rich, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.