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Forgotten Realms: Elminster

by Ed Greenwood

8 books Started 1992 Latest 2016
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The Forgotten Realms: Elminster is a Fantasy series by Ed Greenwood, made up of 8 books published between 1992 and 2016. It begins with Elminster: The Making of a Mage (1992), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Death Masks (2016), spanning 24 years of storytelling.

8books
24years active
3decades
~3.4yrs between books
2016latest release

Forgotten Realms: Elminster series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series?

Start with Elminster: The Making of a Mage (1992), the first book in the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series by Ed Greenwood. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series?

There are 8 books in the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series by Ed Greenwood, published between 1992 and 2016.

What is the first book in the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series?

The first book in the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series is Elminster: The Making of a Mage, published in 1992 by Ed Greenwood.

What is the latest book in the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series?

The most recent book in the Forgotten Realms: Elminster series is Death Masks (2016) by Ed Greenwood.

Ed Greenwood (born March 18, 1959) is a Canadian author best known for his Forgotten Realms campaign setting for Dungeons & Dragons. A resident of Toronto, Greenwood began writing for the hobby gaming magazine Dragon in the early 1980s. He created the Forgotten Realms as a setting for his home campaign. Greenwood has written over 200 works within the Forgotten Realms setting, including novels, short stories, and sourcebooks. His notable works include the "Forgotten Realms" novels, such as "Shadow of the Avatar" (1991) and "Spellfire" (1994). He has also written several sourcebooks for the "Forgotten Realms" setting, including "Volo's Guide to Waterdeep" (1992) and "Underdark" (1993). Greenwood has won numerous awards for his work, including the Origins Award for Best Game-Related Novel (twice), and the Golden Pen Award from the World Fantasy Awards. He has also been inducted into the Origins Hall of Fame. Greenwood's contributions to the fantasy genre and the "Forgotten Realms" setting have been highly acclaimed by critics and fans alike. He has been praised for his detailed world-building, prolificacy, and engaging storytelling.

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