Jim Butcher

9 Book Series
96 Total Books

📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books Best for beginners - Start with "Storm Front" (2000)
Publication Order of Dresden Files Collections Popular choice - Start with "Side Jobs: Stories From the Dresden Files" (2010)
Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "Something Borrowed" (2010)
Publication Order of Codex Alera Books Popular choice - Start with "Furies of Calderon" (2004)

About the Author

This was the book where Jim Butcher brought his readers into the Codex Alera series and the world of the Aleran Empire. In it there are ‘crafters’ who are able to control the elements by using their fury. This is where Amara comes in, a young woman who happens to be on the way to her graduation as she is traveling with Fidelias, her mentor, as she is a ‘cursori’ in training. Soon he betrays her though as she finds herself infiltrating a camp of mercenaries, but not before she escapes making her way to the First Lord Gaius who tells her to head to the city of Garrison. After this Bernard is introduced as he controls a steadholt. With the rest of his family gone, he now resides with Isana, his sister, and Tavi, his furyless nephew. After they are attacked, they’. Jim Butcher is the author of over 96 books across 9 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Jim Butcher has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books

18 books
  • Storm Front Experience the magic of 'Storm Front' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books universe.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • Fool Moon Join the adventure in 'Fool Moon' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • Grave Peril 'Grave Peril' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • Summer Knight 'Summer Knight' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Death Masks In 'Death Masks', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here
  • Blood Rites 'Blood Rites' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • Dead Beat In 'Dead Beat', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here
  • Proven Guilty 'Proven Guilty' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • White Night Join the adventure in 'White Night' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Small Favor Join the adventure in 'Small Favor' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Turn Coat The Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series continues with 'Turn Coat', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here
  • Changes In 'Changes', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books saga.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • Ghost Story 'Ghost Story' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here
  • Cold Days Join the adventure in 'Cold Days' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • Skin Game Join the adventure in 'Skin Game' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Peace Talks In 'Peace Talks', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books saga.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here
  • Battle Ground Join the adventure in 'Battle Ground' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here
  • Twelve Months In 'Twelve Months', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books saga.
    (2026) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Dresden Files Collections

3 books
  • Side Jobs: Stories From the Dresden Files 'Side Jobs: Stories From the Dresden Files' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dresden Files Collections series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2010)
  • Working for Bigfoot Experience the magic of 'Working for Bigfoot' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Dresden Files Collections universe.
    (2014)
  • Brief Cases Experience the magic of 'Brief Cases' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Dresden Files Collections universe.
    (2018)

Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas

25 books
  • Something Borrowed Experience the magic of 'Something Borrowed' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2010)
  • Aftermath Join the adventure in 'Aftermath' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series by Jim Butcher.
    (2010)
  • Heorot The Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Heorot', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2010)
  • A Restoration of Faith Experience the magic of 'A Restoration of Faith' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2010)
  • Vignette The Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Vignette', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2010)
  • Last Call 'Last Call' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2010)
  • Love Hurts 'Love Hurts' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series by Jim Butcher.
    (2011)
  • A Fistful of Warlocks In 'A Fistful of Warlocks', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2018)
  • AAAA Wizardry 'AAAA Wizardry' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series by Jim Butcher.
    (2018)
  • Curses In 'Curses', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2018)
  • Bombshells 'Bombshells' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2018)
  • Cold Case In 'Cold Case', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2018)
  • Day One Experience the magic of 'Day One' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2018)
  • Zoo Day Join the adventure in 'Zoo Day' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series by Jim Butcher.
    (2018)
  • Even Hand Join the adventure in 'Even Hand' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series by Jim Butcher.
    (2018)
  • Jury Duty The Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Jury Duty', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2018)
  • Bigfoot on Campus 'Bigfoot on Campus' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2018)
  • I Was a Teenage Bigfoot Join the adventure in 'I Was a Teenage Bigfoot' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series by Jim Butcher.
    (2018)
  • B is for Bigfoot 'B is for Bigfoot' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2018)
  • Christmas Eve Experience the magic of 'Christmas Eve' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2018)
  • Everything the Light Touches Experience the magic of 'Everything the Light Touches' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2020)
  • Little Things The Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Little Things', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2022)
  • The Law Join the adventure in 'The Law' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series by Jim Butcher.
    (2022)
  • Fugitive Experience the magic of 'Fugitive' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2023)
  • Out Law 'Out Law' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2026)

Publication Order of Codex Alera Books

6 books
  • Furies of Calderon In 'Furies of Calderon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Codex Alera Books saga.
    (2004)
  • Academ's Fury The Publication Order of Codex Alera Books series continues with 'Academ's Fury', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2005)
  • Cursor's Fury Join the adventure in 'Cursor's Fury' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Codex Alera Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2006)
  • Captain's Fury The Publication Order of Codex Alera Books series continues with 'Captain's Fury', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2007)
  • Princep's Fury Experience the magic of 'Princep's Fury' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Codex Alera Books universe.
    (2008)
  • First Lord's Fury In 'First Lord's Fury', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Codex Alera Books saga.
    (2008)

Publication Order of The Cinder Spires Books

3 books
  • The Aeronaut's Windlass 'The Aeronaut's Windlass' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Cinder Spires Books series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2015)
  • Warriorborn In 'Warriorborn', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Cinder Spires Books saga.
    (2023)
  • The Olympian Affair The Publication Order of The Cinder Spires Books series continues with 'The Olympian Affair', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

1 books
  • Spider-Man: The Darkest Hours Experience the magic of 'Spider-Man: The Darkest Hours' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2006)

Publication Order of The Dresden Files Graphic Novels

2 books
  • Welcome to the Jungle Join the adventure in 'Welcome to the Jungle' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Graphic Novels series by Jim Butcher.
    (2008)
  • Backup In 'Backup', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Graphic Novels saga.
    (2008)

Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books

15 books
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2010)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2011)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2012)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2013)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2014)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2015)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2016)
  • The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2017)
  • The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2018)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2020)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2020)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2021)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2022)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2023)
  • The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5 Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Books series by Jim Butcher.
    (2024)

Publication Order of Anthologies

23 books
  • My Big Fat Supernatural Wedding 'My Big Fat Supernatural Wedding' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2006)
  • Many Bloody Returns Experience the magic of 'Many Bloody Returns' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2007)
  • My Big Fat Supernatural Honeymoon Experience the magic of 'My Big Fat Supernatural Honeymoon' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2007)
  • Blood Lite Join the adventure in 'Blood Lite' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2008)
  • Mean Streets 'Mean Streets' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2009)
  • Strange Brew 'Strange Brew' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2009)
  • Dark and Stormy Knights Experience the magic of 'Dark and Stormy Knights' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2010)
  • Songs of Love and Death In 'Songs of Love and Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2010)
  • Naked City: Tales of Urban Fantasy Epic fantasy awaits in 'Naked City: Tales of Urban Fantasy', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2011)
  • Hex Appeal In 'Hex Appeal', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)
  • Under My Hat: Tales from the Cauldron In 'Under My Hat: Tales from the Cauldron', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)
  • Lightspeed Magazine, December 2012 In 'Lightspeed Magazine, December 2012', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)
  • Dangerous Women The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Dangerous Women', another thrilling entry from Jim Butcher.
    (2013)
  • The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2013)
  • Magic City: Recent Spells 'Magic City: Recent Spells' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2014)
  • Beyond the Pale In 'Beyond the Pale', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2014)
  • Unbound Experience the magic of 'Unbound' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2016)
  • Shadowed Souls Join the adventure in 'Shadowed Souls' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2016)
  • Unfettered II: New Tales By Masters of Fantasy Epic fantasy awaits in 'Unfettered II: New Tales By Masters of Fantasy', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2016)
  • Straight Outta Tombstone Join the adventure in 'Straight Outta Tombstone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2017)
  • Urban Enemies 'Urban Enemies' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Jim Butcher has created.
    (2017)
  • Heroic Hearts 'Heroic Hearts' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jim Butcher.
    (2022)
  • Instinct: An Animal Rescuers Anthology In 'Instinct: An Animal Rescuers Anthology', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Jim Butcher?

Jim Butcher is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 96 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books, Publication Order of Dresden Files Collections, Publication Order of The Dresden Files Short Stories/Novellas. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Jim Butcher book series to start with?

For readers new to Jim Butcher's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of The Dresden Files Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 18 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Jim Butcher's writing.

Q: How many books has Jim Butcher written?

Jim Butcher has written over 96 books across 9 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.

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