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ⓘ About Marie Brennan
Previously an academic but presently a full-time writer, Marie Brennan is an American woman of letters. For a person of her age–she has not even reached middle age–her bibliography is not only impressive but also comprehensive. The juxtaposition of her achievement and her age is out-and-out commendable. Meet Marie Brennan. For starters, Marie Brennan is not her real name. Incidentally, that is her pen name. Did you know that Marie Brennan’s legal name is Bryn Neuenschwander? The hard to pronounce and mouthful birth name prompted her to adopt the pseudonym Marie Brennan. What’s more, according to Brennan, her pen name is not only hassle-free when spelling and pronouncing but it also enables people to accurately guess her gender. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, Marie 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 Marie Brennan
Doppelganger / Warrior
Conflict and courage define Doppelganger / Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Doppelganger Books series by Marie Brennan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Warrior and Witch / Witch
Magic takes center stage in Warrior and Witch / Witch, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Doppelganger Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Marie Brennan.
Dancing the Warrior
Conflict and courage define Dancing the Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Doppelganger Books series by Marie Brennan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Doppelganger / Warrior
Conflict and courage define Doppelganger / Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Chronological Order of Doppelganger Books series by Marie Brennan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Dancing the Warrior
Conflict and courage define Dancing the Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Chronological Order of Doppelganger Books series by Marie Brennan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Warrior and Witch / Witch
Magic takes center stage in Warrior and Witch / Witch, a spellbinding addition to the Chronological Order of Doppelganger Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Marie Brennan.
Midnight Never Come
Midnight Never Come continues the Publication Order of Onyx Court Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
In Ashes Lie
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Onyx Court Books with In Ashes Lie, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Deeds of Men
Deeds of Men is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Onyx Court Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
A Star Shall Fall
A Star Shall Fall continues the Publication Order of Onyx Court Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
With Fate Conspire
With Fate Conspire is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Onyx Court Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Lies and Prophecy
Lies and Prophecy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wilders Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Welcome to Welton
Welcome to Welton continues the Publication Order of Wilders Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Chains and Memory
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wilders Books with Chains and Memory, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
A Natural History of Dragons
Epic adventure awaits in A Natural History of Dragons, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Marie Brennan has built.
The Tropic of Serpents
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books with The Tropic of Serpents, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Voyage of the Basilisk
Voyage of the Basilisk is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
From the Editorial Page of the Falchester Weekly Review
From the Editorial Page of the Falchester Weekly Review is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
In the Labyrinth of Drakes
In the Labyrinth of Drakes continues the Publication Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Within the Sanctuary of Wings
Within the Sanctuary of Wings is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
A Natural History of Dragons
Epic adventure awaits in A Natural History of Dragons, a landmark entry in the Chronological Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Marie Brennan has built.
The Tropic of Serpents
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books with The Tropic of Serpents, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Voyage of the Basilisk
Voyage of the Basilisk is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
From the Editorial Page of the Falchester Weekly Review
From the Editorial Page of the Falchester Weekly Review is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
In the Labyrinth of Drakes
In the Labyrinth of Drakes continues the Chronological Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Within the Sanctuary of Wings
Within the Sanctuary of Wings is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Memoirs Of Lady Trent Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Cold-Forged Flame
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ree Varekai Books with Cold-Forged Flame, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Lightning in the Blood
A gripping mystery unfolds in Lightning in the Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ree Varekai Books series showcases Marie Brennan's mastery of suspense.
Driftwood
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Driftwood Books with Driftwood, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
The Eternal Knot
The Eternal Knot continues the Publication Order of Legend Of The Five Rings Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Game of 100 Candles
The Game of 100 Candles is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Legend Of The Five Rings Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
The Market of 100 Fortunes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Legend Of The Five Rings Books with The Market of 100 Fortunes, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Maps to Nowhere
Maps to Nowhere is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collected Short Fiction of Marie Brennan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Ars Historica
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collected Short Fiction of Marie Brennan Books with Ars Historica, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
The Nine Lands
The Nine Lands is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collected Short Fiction of Marie Brennan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Down a Street That Wasn't There
Down a Street That Wasn't There continues the Publication Order of Collected Short Fiction of Marie Brennan Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Turning Darkness Into Light
Turning Darkness Into Light continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Waking of Angantyr
The Waking of Angantyr continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mad Maudlin
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Mad Maudlin, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Daughter of Necessity
Daughter of Necessity continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Eloise and the Elephant
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Eloise and the Elephant, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Monstrous Beauty
Monstrous Beauty is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Dice Tales
Dice Tales continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Never After
Never After continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Breviary of Fire
A Breviary of Fire continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Writing Fight Scenes
Conflict and courage define Writing Fight Scenes, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Marie Brennan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
New Worlds, Year One
New Worlds, Year One is an essential installment in the Publication Order of New Worlds Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
New Worlds, Year Two
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of New Worlds Books with New Worlds, Year Two, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
New Worlds, Year Three
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of New Worlds Books with New Worlds, Year Three, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
New Worlds, Year Four
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of New Worlds Books with New Worlds, Year Four, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
New Worlds, Year Five
New Worlds, Year Five is an essential installment in the Publication Order of New Worlds Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
New Worlds, Year Six
New Worlds, Year Six continues the Publication Order of New Worlds Books story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Worlds, Year Seven
New Worlds, Year Seven is an essential installment in the Publication Order of New Worlds Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
New Worlds, Year Eight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of New Worlds Books with New Worlds, Year Eight, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
The Mask of Mirrors
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rook & Rose Books with The Mask of Mirrors, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
The Liar's Knot
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Rook & Rose Books with The Liar's Knot, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Labyrinth's Heart
Labyrinth's Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Rook & Rose Books series by Marie Brennan.
The Eye of Leviathan
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Sea Beyond Books with The Eye of Leviathan, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Summoned to Destiny
Summoned to Destiny is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
The Best of Talebones
The Best of Talebones continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bewere the Night
Bewere the Night continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Book of Apex: Volume 4
The Book of Apex: Volume 4 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Zombies: More Recent Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Zombies: More Recent Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Marie Brennan's mastery of suspense.
Mythic Delirium
Mythic Delirium is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Shared Nightmares
Shared Nightmares continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2014 Edition
Some of the Best from Tor.com, 2014 Edition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Mad Science Café
Mad Science Café is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Children of a Different Sky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Children of a Different Sky, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
Worlds Seen in Passing
Worlds Seen in Passing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
It Happened at the Ball
It Happened at the Ball is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Kaiju Rising II
Kaiju Rising II continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Shapers of Worlds Volume II
Shapers of Worlds Volume II is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marie Brennan have come to expect.
Shattering the Glass Slipper
Shattering the Glass Slipper continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Marie Brennan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lightspeed Magazine, Issue 153, February 2023
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Lightspeed Magazine, Issue 153, February 2023, another outstanding contribution from Marie Brennan.
When Swords Fall Silent: An Assassination Anthology
Epic adventure awaits in When Swords Fall Silent: An Assassination Anthology, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series that raises the stakes across the realm Marie Brennan has built.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Marie Brennan?
Marie Brennan is a bestselling author known for 18 book series containing over 75 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Doppelganger Books, Chronological Order of Doppelganger Books, Publication Order of Onyx Court Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Marie Brennan series to start with?
For readers new to Marie Brennan's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 17 books. Begin with Summoned to Destiny to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Marie Brennan written?
Marie Brennan has written over 75 books across 18 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Marie Brennan books in order?
Yes, reading Marie 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 Marie Brennan write in?
Marie Brennan writes primarily in fiction. With 18 series across 75 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Marie Brennan's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Marie 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 Marie Brennan's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Marie Brennan's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Summoned to Destiny, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.