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ⓘ About Martha Wells
Martha Wells is the bestselling American author of Fantasy, Science Fiction and Science Fiction Fantasy novels and has a great series in the Murderbot Diaries. She was born in Texas in the United States. Wells became a published novelist in 1993 after her first novel The Element of Fire the debut novel in Ile-Rien series was published. Since then Wells has published over five book series, three standalone novels, collections, and contributed to writing Stargate Atlantis and short stories such as Bad Medicine (1997), and Reliquary (1995). The second novel in Ile-Rien series, The Death of Necromancer was nominated for Nebula Awards Best Novel category. Wells graduated with a B.A. Degree in Anthropology; she resides in College Station, Texas with her beloved husband. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Ile-Rien Books series, Martha Wells 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 Martha Wells
The Element of Fire
The Element of Fire is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ile-Rien Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
The Death of the Necromancer
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Death of the Necromancer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ile-Rien Books series showcases Martha Wells's mastery of suspense.
The Wizard Hunters
Magic takes center stage in The Wizard Hunters, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Fall Of Ile-Rien Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Martha Wells.
The Ships of Air
The Ships of Air continues the Publication Order of Fall Of Ile-Rien Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Gate of Gods
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fall Of Ile-Rien Books with The Gate of Gods, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
The Cloud Roads
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Books Of The Raksura Books with The Cloud Roads, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
The Serpent Sea
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Books Of The Raksura Books with The Serpent Sea, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
The Siren Depths
The Siren Depths is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Books Of The Raksura Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
The Tale of Indigo and Cloud
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Books Of The Raksura Books with The Tale of Indigo and Cloud, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
The Edge of Worlds
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Books Of The Raksura Books with The Edge of Worlds, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
The Harbors of the Sun
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Books Of The Raksura Books with The Harbors of the Sun, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Emilie and the Hollow World
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Emilie Books with Emilie and the Hollow World, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Emilie and the Sky World
Emilie and the Sky World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Emilie Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
The Falling World & The Tale of Indigo and Cloud
The Falling World & The Tale of Indigo and Cloud continues the Publication Order of Stories Of The Raksura Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Dead City & The Dark Earth Below
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead City & The Dark Earth Below as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Stories Of The Raksura Books series showcases Martha Wells's mastery of suspense.
All Systems Red
All Systems Red continues the Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Artificial Condition
Artificial Condition is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Rogue Protocol
Rogue Protocol continues the Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Exit Strategy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Exit Strategy, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Compulsory
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Compulsory, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Obsolescence
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Obsolescence, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Network Effect
Network Effect continues the Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Home: Habitat, Range, Niche, Territory
Home: Habitat, Range, Niche, Territory continues the Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fugitive Telemetry
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Fugitive Telemetry, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
System Collapse
System Collapse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Rapport
Rapport is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Platform Decay
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Platform Decay, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Obsolescence
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Obsolescence, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Compulsory
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Compulsory, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
All Systems Red
All Systems Red continues the Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Artificial Condition
Artificial Condition is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Rapport
Rapport is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Rogue Protocol
Rogue Protocol continues the Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Exit Strategy
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Exit Strategy, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Home: Habitat, Range, Niche, Territory
Home: Habitat, Range, Niche, Territory continues the Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Network Effect
Network Effect continues the Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fugitive Telemetry
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Fugitive Telemetry, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
System Collapse
System Collapse is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Platform Decay
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Murderbot Diaries Books with Platform Decay, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Witch King
Magic takes center stage in Witch King, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of The Rising World Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Martha Wells.
Queen Demon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Rising World Books with Queen Demon, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
City of Bones
City of Bones continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wheel of the Infinite
Wheel of the Infinite continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Between Worlds
Between Worlds is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Reliquary
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stargate Atlantis Books with Reliquary, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Entanglement
Entanglement continues the Publication Order of Stargate Atlantis Books story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Razor's Edge
Razor's Edge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Wars: Empire and Rebellion Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
From a Certain Point of View Star Wars
Conflict and courage define From a Certain Point of View Star Wars, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View Books series by Martha Wells that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi
From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Elemental: The Tsunami Relief Anthology, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
Chicks Unravel Time: Women Journey Through Every Season of Doctor Who
Chicks Unravel Time: Women Journey Through Every Season of Doctor Who is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Tales of the Emerald Serpent: Ghosts of Taux
Tales of the Emerald Serpent: Ghosts of Taux is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
The Other Half of the Sky
The Other Half of the Sky continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Knight in the Silk Purse: Ghosts of Taux
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with A Knight in the Silk Purse: Ghosts of Taux, another outstanding contribution from Martha Wells.
The Gods of HP Lovecraft
The Gods of HP Lovecraft explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Martha Wells.
Mech
Mech is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Take Us to a Better Place
Take Us to a Better Place continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back
From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Martha Wells have come to expect.
Storyteller: A Tanith Lee Tribute Anthology
Storyteller: A Tanith Lee Tribute Anthology continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Martha Wells's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Martha Wells?
Martha Wells is a bestselling author known for 14 book series containing over 60 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Ile-Rien Books, Publication Order of Fall Of Ile-Rien Books, Publication Order of Books Of The Raksura Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Martha Wells series to start with?
For readers new to Martha Wells's work, the Publication Order of Ile-Rien Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with The Element of Fire to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Martha Wells written?
Martha Wells has written over 60 books across 14 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Martha Wells books in order?
Yes, reading Martha Wells'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 Martha Wells write in?
Martha Wells writes primarily in fiction. With 14 series across 60 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Martha Wells's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Martha Wells'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 Martha Wells's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Martha Wells's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Ile-Rien Books series. The first book, The Element of Fire, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.