Author Robert Jordan Books in Order List [2025]

Robert Jordan is a legendary fantasy author best known for creating the epic Wheel of Time series. His books are filled with unforgettable characters, rich world-building, and thrilling adventures that have inspired readers for decades.

On this page, you’ll find all of Robert Jordan’s books listed by series, popularity, and publication date. This guide is perfect for new readers and longtime fans who want the best reading order.

🕒 Author Robert Jordan Books in Chronological Order (By Year)

Here you’ll find Robert Jordan’s books listed by the year they were published. This is a great way to follow his writing journey from the start.

No.	Year	Book Title	Buy Now
1	1990	The Eye of the World	>>Buy @Amazon<<
2	1990	The Great Hunt	>>Buy @Amazon<<
3	1991	The Dragon Reborn	>>Buy @Amazon<<
4	1992	The Shadow Rising	>>Buy @Amazon<<
5	1993	The Fires of Heaven	>>Buy @Amazon<<
6	1994	Lord of Chaos	>>Buy @Amazon<<
7	1996	A Crown of Swords	>>Buy @Amazon<<
8	1998	The Path of Daggers	>>Buy @Amazon<<
9	2000	Winter’s Heart	>>Buy @Amazon<<
10	2001	The World of Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time	>>Buy @Amazon<<
11	2003	Crossroads of Twilight	>>Buy @Amazon<<
12	2004	New Spring (prequel)	>>Buy @Amazon<<
13	2005	Knife of Dreams	>>Buy @Amazon<<
14	2009	The Gathering Storm*	>>Buy @Amazon<<
15	2010	Towers of Midnight*	>>Buy @Amazon<<
16	2013	A Memory of Light*	>>Buy @Amazon<<
17	2015	The Wheel of Time Companion	>>Buy @Amazon<<

*Note: The last three main series books were completed by Brandon Sanderson using Robert Jordan’s notes.

🌟 Author Robert Jordan Books by Popularity

Here are Robert Jordan’s books ranked from most popular to least, based on fan favorites, star ratings, and cultural impact. This list helps you find his most loved stories.

No.	Year	Book Title	Star Ratings
1	1990	The Eye of the World	★★★★★
2	1991	The Dragon Reborn	★★★★★
3	1992	The Shadow Rising	★★★★★
4	1990	The Great Hunt	★★★★☆
5	1993	The Fires of Heaven	★★★★☆
6	1994	Lord of Chaos	★★★★☆
7	2009	The Gathering Storm*	★★★★☆
8	2010	Towers of Midnight*	★★★★☆
9	2013	A Memory of Light*	★★★★☆
10	2004	New Spring	★★★★☆
11	2005	Knife of Dreams	★★★★☆
12	1996	A Crown of Swords	★★★★☆
13	1998	The Path of Daggers	★★★★☆
14	2000	Winter’s Heart	★★★★☆
15	2003	Crossroads of Twilight	★★★★☆

📚 Author Robert Jordan Books by Series Order

Here you’ll find Robert Jordan’s books in reading order by series. This is perfect if you want to follow the story from the beginning.

The Wheel of Time Series (Chronological Order)

New Spring (prequel)
The Eye of the World
The Great Hunt
The Dragon Reborn
The Shadow Rising
The Fires of Heaven
Lord of Chaos
A Crown of Swords
The Path of Daggers
Winter’s Heart
Crossroads of Twilight
Knife of Dreams
The Gathering Storm* (with Brandon Sanderson)
Towers of Midnight* (with Brandon Sanderson)
A Memory of Light* (with Brandon Sanderson)

📖Companion Books

The World of Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time
The Wheel of Time Companion

📖Standalone Books

None at this time

📖Upcoming Books

None announced as of July 2025

✅ Final Thoughts

Robert Jordan’s books are perfect for readers who love epic fantasy with deep world-building and unforgettable characters. If you’re just starting out, begin with "The Eye of the World," the first book in the Wheel of Time series and his most famous work.

Fans of Brandon Sanderson and J.R.R. Tolkien will also enjoy Robert Jordan’s masterful storytelling. Happy reading!