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ⓘ About Jean Rabe
Jean Rabe was only 12 years old when she was first published and she has never stopped since. The author went to Northern Illinois University where she studied journalism before she started working as a news reporter. She would eventually work for Scripps Howard and would ultimately become the manager of their bureau in Western Kentucky. Suffering from itchy feet, she went to work for TSR, Inc in Wisconsin, which was then producing the very popular game “Dungeons & Dragons.” Jean would then get into fiction writing and for several years penned novels in the “Dragonlance” series. She has written more than forty adventure, science fiction, mystery, and fantasy novels in addition to several ghost-written projects, and more short stories than she can count. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Jean Rabe 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 Jean Rabe
The Dead of Winter
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead of Winter as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Piper Blackwell Books series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
The Dead of Night
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead of Night as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Piper Blackwell Books series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
The Dead of Summer
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead of Summer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Piper Blackwell Books series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
The Dead of Jerusalem Ridge
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead of Jerusalem Ridge as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Piper Blackwell Books series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
The Dead of Autumn
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead of Autumn as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Piper Blackwell Books series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
The Finest Creation
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Finest Trilogy Books with The Finest Creation, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Finest Choice
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Finest Trilogy Books with The Finest Choice, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Finest Challenge
The Finest Challenge continues the Publication Order of Finest Trilogy Books story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Scoundrel's Folly
Scoundrel's Folly is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Fenzig's Fortune
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Fenzig's Fortune, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Cauldron
The Cauldron is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Pockets of Darkness
Pockets of Darkness continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Shadowrun: Shadows Down Under
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Shadowrun: Shadows Down Under, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Bone Shroud
The Bone Shroud continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Swamplight
Swamplight is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Sword of the Seas: Atlantis Awakens
Epic adventure awaits in Sword of the Seas: Atlantis Awakens, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series that raises the stakes across the realm Jean Rabe has built.
This And That And Tales About Cats
This And That And Tales About Cats continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Book of Magecraft
The Book of Magecraft continues the Publication Order of AD&D 2nd Edition Birthright Campaign Setting Books story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Day of the Tempest
The Day of the Tempest is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dragonlance Universe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
The Stonetellers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dragonlance Universe Books with The Stonetellers, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Silver Stair
The Silver Stair is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dragonlance: Bridges of Time Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Downfall
Downfall is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dragonlance: Dhamon Saga Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Betrayal
Betrayal continues the Publication Order of Dragonlance: Dhamon Saga Books story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Redemption
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dragonlance: Dhamon Saga Books with Redemption, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Dawning of a New Age
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dragonlance: Dragons of a New Age Books with The Dawning of a New Age, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Day of the Tempest
The Day of the Tempest is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dragonlance: Dragons of a New Age Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
The Eve of the Maelstrom
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dragonlance: Dragons of a New Age Books with The Eve of the Maelstrom, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
The Lake of Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Lake of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dragonlance: The Age of Mortals Books series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
The Rebellion
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dragonlance: The Stonetellers Books with The Rebellion, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
Death March
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death March as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Dragonlance: The Stonetellers Books series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
Goblin Nation
Goblin Nation continues the Publication Order of Dragonlance: The Stonetellers Books story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Secret of the Djinn
Secret of the Djinn continues the Publication Order of Dungeons & Dragons: Endless Quest Books story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Night of the Tiger
Night of the Tiger continues the Publication Order of Dungeons & Dragons: Endless Quest Books story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sands of Deception
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dungeons & Dragons: Endless Quest Books with Sands of Deception, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
Realms of Valor
Realms of Valor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Forgotten Realms: Anthologies Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Realms of Magic
Magic takes center stage in Realms of Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Forgotten Realms: Anthologies Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Jean Rabe.
Red Magic
Magic takes center stage in Red Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Forgotten Realms: The Harpers Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Jean Rabe.
Black Heart of the Dragon God
Black Heart of the Dragon God explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Goranth the Mighty Books series by Jean Rabe.
Aftershocks
Aftershocks continues the Publication Order of Shadowrun WizKids Novels Books story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Love-Haight Casefiles
The Love-Haight Casefiles explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of The Love-Haight Case Files Books series by Jean Rabe.
Fighting for Other-Than-Human Rights
Conflict and courage define Fighting for Other-Than-Human Rights, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of The Love-Haight Case Files Books series by Jean Rabe that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Realms of Valor
Realms of Valor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Realms of Magic
Magic takes center stage in Realms of Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Jean Rabe.
Historical Hauntings
Historical Hauntings is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Sol's Children
Sol's Children continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Transformers Legends
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Transformers Legends, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
Furry Fantastic
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Furry Fantastic, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
Places to Be, People to Kill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Places to Be, People to Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Jean Rabe's mastery of suspense.
Time Twisters
Time Twisters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Catopolis
Catopolis is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Shades & Specters
Shades & Specters continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Buxom Buccaneers
Buxom Buccaneers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Pirates Of The Blue Kingdoms
Epic adventure awaits in Pirates Of The Blue Kingdoms, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Jean Rabe has built.
Spells of the City
Magic takes center stage in Spells of the City, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Jean Rabe.
Shadows & Light: Tales of Lost Kingdoms
Epic adventure awaits in Shadows & Light: Tales of Lost Kingdoms, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Jean Rabe has built.
Swordplay
Epic adventure awaits in Swordplay, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Jean Rabe has built.
Timeshares
Timeshares is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
Mountain Magic
Magic takes center stage in Mountain Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Jean Rabe.
Uncanny Encounters: Roswell
Uncanny Encounters: Roswell continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Steampunk'd
Steampunk'd continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blue Kingdoms: Mages & Magic
Magic takes center stage in Blue Kingdoms: Mages & Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by Jean Rabe.
Boondocks Fantasy
Boondocks Fantasy continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hot and Steamy
Hot and Steamy continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Carnage & Consequences
Carnage & Consequences is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
The New Hero: Volume 2
The New Hero: Volume 2 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Hero By Any Other Name
A Hero By Any Other Name continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Time Traveled Tales Volume 1
Time Traveled Tales Volume 1 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Athena's Daughters, Vol. 1
Athena's Daughters, Vol. 1 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Soothe the Savage Beast
Soothe the Savage Beast is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
The Society for the Preservation of CJ Henderson
The Society for the Preservation of CJ Henderson continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jean Rabe's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tribulations
Tribulations is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jean Rabe have come to expect.
The Further Crossovers of Sherlock Holmes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Further Crossovers of Sherlock Holmes, another outstanding contribution from Jean Rabe.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jean Rabe?
Jean Rabe is a bestselling author known for 19 book series containing over 72 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Piper Blackwell Books, Publication Order of Finest Trilogy Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Jean Rabe series to start with?
For readers new to Jean Rabe's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 31 books. Begin with Realms of Valor to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Jean Rabe written?
Jean Rabe has written over 72 books across 19 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Jean Rabe books in order?
Yes, reading Jean Rabe'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 Jean Rabe write in?
Jean Rabe writes primarily in fiction. With 19 series across 72 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Jean Rabe's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Jean Rabe'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 Jean Rabe's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Jean Rabe's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Realms of Valor, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.