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Kate Elliott

Bestselling Author • 15 Series • 46 Books

15
Series
46
Books
15
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Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Black Wolves Books
Start with: Black Wolves (2015)
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Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books
Start with: Court of Fives (2015)
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Publication Order of Crossroads Books
Start with: Spirit Gate (2006)

About Kate Elliott

Kate Elliott is the pseudonym used by the successful American author Alis A. Rasmussen for writing interesting novels based on the science fiction, romance, young adult, and fantasy genres. She has flourished in her writing career with a number of widely popular novel series’. Kate was born in the year 1958 in Junction City, Oregon, United States. In the beginning, she used to write science fiction novels under her original name. But, after a few moderate successes, the publishers stopped publishing her novels as they were looking for fresh name. Hence, Rasmussen became Kate Elliott in the year 1992 and began writing fantasy novels. This move brought a lot of success in her career as she went on to make huge sales of her novel copies. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Black Wolves Books series, Kate Elliott 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 Kate Elliott

Publication Order of Black Wolves Books
1 books 2015–2015
1

Black Wolves

Black Wolves is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Black Wolves Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books
5 books 2015–2017
1

Court of Fives

Court of Fives is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2015
2

Night Flower

Night Flower is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2015
3

Poisoned Blade

Poisoned Blade is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2016
4

Bright Thrones

Epic adventure awaits in Bright Thrones, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Kate Elliott has built.

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2017
5

Buried Heart

Buried Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books series by Kate Elliott.

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2017
Publication Order of Crossroads Books
3 books 2006–2009
1

Spirit Gate

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Crossroads Books with Spirit Gate, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2006
2

Shadow Gate

Shadow Gate continues the Publication Order of Crossroads Books story arc with Kate Elliott's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
3

Traitors' Gate

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Crossroads Books with Traitors' Gate, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2009
Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books
7 books 1997–2006
1

King's Dragon

Epic adventure awaits in King's Dragon, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Kate Elliott has built.

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1997
2

Prince of Dogs

Prince of Dogs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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1998
3

The Burning Stone

The Burning Stone is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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1999
4

Child of Flame

Child of Flame is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2000
5

The Gathering Storm

The Gathering Storm is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2003
6

In the Ruins

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books with In the Ruins, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2005
7

Crown of Stars

Crown of Stars continues the Publication Order of Crown Of Stars Books story arc with Kate Elliott's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
Publication Order of Highroad Trilogy Books
3 books 1990–1990
1

A Passage of Stars

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Highroad Trilogy Books with A Passage of Stars, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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1990
2

Revolution's Shore

Revolution's Shore is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Highroad Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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1990
3

The Price of Ransom

The Price of Ransom continues the Publication Order of Highroad Trilogy Books story arc with Kate Elliott's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
Publication Order of Jaran Books
4 books 1992–1994
1

Jaran

Jaran continues the Publication Order of Jaran Books story arc with Kate Elliott's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
2

An Earthly Crown

An Earthly Crown is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jaran Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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1993
3

His Conquering Sword

Epic adventure awaits in His Conquering Sword, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Jaran Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Kate Elliott has built.

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1993
4

The Law of Becoming

The Law of Becoming is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jaran Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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1994
Publication Order of Spiritwalker Books
4 books 2010–2024
1

Cold Magic

Magic takes center stage in Cold Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Spiritwalker Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Kate Elliott.

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2010
2

Cold Fire

Cold Fire is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Spiritwalker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2011
3

Cold Steel

Cold Steel continues the Publication Order of Spiritwalker Books story arc with Kate Elliott's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
4

The History of the World Begins in Ice

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Spiritwalker Books with The History of the World Begins in Ice, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2024
Publication Order of Sun Chronicles Books
2 books 2020–2022
1

Unconquerable Sun

Unconquerable Sun continues the Publication Order of Sun Chronicles Books story arc with Kate Elliott's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
2

Furious Heaven

Furious Heaven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sun Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2022
Publication Order of The Witch Roads Books
2 books 2025–2025
1

The Witch Roads

Magic takes center stage in The Witch Roads, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of The Witch Roads Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Kate Elliott.

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2025
2

The Nameless Land

The Nameless Land is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Witch Roads Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2025
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
2 books 2022–2023
1

Servant Mage

Servant Mage is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2022
2

The Keeper's Six

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Keeper's Six, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2023
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
2 books 2021–2025
1

The Tinder Box

The Tinder Box is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2021
2

Barnacle

Barnacle is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2025
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
1 books 2014–2014
1

The Very Best of Kate Elliott

The Very Best of Kate Elliott is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2014
Publication Order of Charles M. Russell Center on Art and Photography of the American West Books
1 books 2020–2020
1

Framing First Contact

Framing First Contact continues the Publication Order of Charles M. Russell Center on Art and Photography of the American West Books story arc with Kate Elliott's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
Publication Order of Magic: The Gathering Books
1 books 2019–2019
1

Throne of Eldraine

Epic adventure awaits in Throne of Eldraine, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Magic: The Gathering Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Kate Elliott has built.

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2019
Publication Order of Anthologies
8 books 2002–2022
1

DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2002
2

DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthologies

DAW 30th Anniversary Science Fiction and Fantasy Anthologies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2002
3

Speculative Fiction 2013

Speculative Fiction 2013 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2014
4

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 Kate Elliott has built.

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2017
5

Rocket Fuel

Rocket Fuel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Elliott have come to expect.

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2018
6

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 Kate Elliott.

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2018
7

Some of the Best of Tor.com 2021

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Some of the Best of Tor.com 2021, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2022
8

Kobold Guide to Worldbuilding, Volume 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Kobold Guide to Worldbuilding, Volume 2, another outstanding contribution from Kate Elliott.

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2022

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kate Elliott?

Kate Elliott is a bestselling author known for 15 book series containing over 46 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Black Wolves Books, Publication Order of Court Of Fives Books, Publication Order of Crossroads Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Kate Elliott series to start with?

For readers new to Kate Elliott's work, the Publication Order of Black Wolves Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 1 books. Begin with Black Wolves to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Kate Elliott written?

Kate Elliott has written over 46 books across 15 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Kate Elliott books in order?

Yes, reading Kate Elliott'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 Kate Elliott write in?

Kate Elliott writes primarily in fiction. With 15 series across 46 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Kate Elliott's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Kate Elliott'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 Kate Elliott's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Kate Elliott's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Black Wolves Books series. The first book, Black Wolves, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.