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Kay Kenyon

Bestselling Author • 7 Series • 32 Books

7
Series
32
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books
Start with: The Girl Who Fell Into Myth (2023)
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Publication Order of Dark Talents Books
Start with: At the Table of Wolves (2017)
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Publication Order of Entire and the Rose Books
Start with: Bright of the Sky (2007)

About Kay Kenyon

Kay Kenyon is an American author of fantasy and science fiction novels with more than a dozen titles to her name. She is best known for “The Entire and The Rose Quartet” among several freestanding fantasy and science fiction novels. She published her first novel “The Seeds of Time” in 1997 and has been writing ever since. Her novels have been critically acclaimed, going on to get nominations to several awards and even winning some of the prestigious out there. She has been an American Library Association Reading List Award nominee twice and won the John W. Campbell Award, the Endeavour Award, and the Philip K. Dick Award. Her short stories have been featured in several magazines, anthologies and best collections. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books series, Kay Kenyon 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 Kay Kenyon

Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books
3 books 2023–2024
1

The Girl Who Fell Into Myth

The Girl Who Fell Into Myth continues the Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
2

Servant of the Lost Power

Servant of the Lost Power continues the Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2024
3

Keeper of the Mythos Gate

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books with Keeper of the Mythos Gate, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2024
Publication Order of Dark Talents Books
3 books 2017–2019
1

At the Table of Wolves

At the Table of Wolves continues the Publication Order of Dark Talents Books story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
2

Serpent in the Heather

Serpent in the Heather continues the Publication Order of Dark Talents Books story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
3

Nest of the Monarch

Nest of the Monarch continues the Publication Order of Dark Talents Books story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
Publication Order of Entire and the Rose Books
4 books 2007–2010
1

Bright of the Sky

Bright of the Sky continues the Publication Order of Entire and the Rose Books story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
2

A World Too Near

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Entire and the Rose Books with A World Too Near, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2008
3

City Without End

City Without End is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Entire and the Rose Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2010
4

Prince of Storms

Prince of Storms continues the Publication Order of Entire and the Rose Books story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
8 books 1997–2015
1

The Seeds of Time

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Seeds of Time, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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1997
2

Leap Point

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Leap Point, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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1998
3

Rift

Rift is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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1999
4

Tropic of Creation

Tropic of Creation continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
5

Maximum Ice

Maximum Ice continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
6

Braided World

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Braided World, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2003
7

A Thousand Perfect Things

A Thousand Perfect Things is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2013
8

Queen of the Deep

Queen of the Deep is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
5 books 2015–2015
1

The Book of Faces

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Book of Faces, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2015
2

Castoff World

Castoff World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2015
3

Kingdom Come

Epic adventure awaits in Kingdom Come, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series that raises the stakes across the realm Kay Kenyon has built.

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2015
4

The Last Wave

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Last Wave, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2015
5

The Spires of Greme

The Spires of Greme is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
2 books 2019–2019
1

Dystopia

Dystopia is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2019
2

Worlds Near and Far

Worlds Near and Far is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2019
Publication Order of Anthologies
7 books 2003–2013
1

Stars: Original Stories Based on the Songs of Janis Ian

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Stars: Original Stories Based on the Songs of Janis Ian, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2003
2

New Voices In Science Fiction

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with New Voices In Science Fiction, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2003
3

ReVisions

ReVisions continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
4

Space Cadets

Space Cadets is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kay Kenyon have come to expect.

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2006
5

Fast Forward 2

Conflict and courage define Fast Forward 2, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Kay Kenyon that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2008
6

The Best of Talebones

The Best of Talebones continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Kay Kenyon's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
7

Solaris Rising 2

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Solaris Rising 2, another outstanding contribution from Kay Kenyon.

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2013

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kay Kenyon?

Kay Kenyon is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 32 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books, Publication Order of Dark Talents Books, Publication Order of Entire and the Rose Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Kay Kenyon series to start with?

For readers new to Kay Kenyon's work, the Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 3 books. Begin with The Girl Who Fell Into Myth to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Kay Kenyon written?

Kay Kenyon has written over 32 books across 7 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Kay Kenyon books in order?

Yes, reading Kay Kenyon'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 Kay Kenyon write in?

Kay Kenyon writes primarily in fiction. With 7 series across 32 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Kay Kenyon's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Kay Kenyon'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 Kay Kenyon's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Kay Kenyon's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of The Arisen Worlds Books series. The first book, The Girl Who Fell Into Myth, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.