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Forgotten Realms Game Books

by Ed Greenwood

17 books Started 1988 Latest 2012
Publication Reading Order

The Forgotten Realms Game Books is a Fantasy series by Ed Greenwood, made up of 17 books published between 1988 and 2012. It begins with The Magister (Short Story) (1988), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Ed Greenwood Presents Elminster's Forgotten Realms (2012), spanning 24 years of storytelling.

17books
24years active
4decades
~1.5yrs between books
2012latest release
# Title Year Buy
1980s
1 The Magister (Short Story) 1988 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Lords of Darkness 1989 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
3 The Ruins of Undermountain 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Halls of the High King (Short Story) 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Volo's Guide to the North 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Volo's Guide to the Sword Coast 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Volo's Guide to Cormyr 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Volo's Guide to the Dalelands 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Volo's Guide to All Things Magical (Short Story) 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Prayers from the Faithful (Short Story) 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
11 Secrets of the Magister (Short Story) 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Volo's Guide to Baldur's Gate (Short Story) 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Silver Marches 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Serpent Kingdoms 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 A Player's Guide to Castlemourn (Short Story) 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Ed Greenwoods Castlemourn Campaign Setting 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
17 Ed Greenwood Presents Elminster's Forgotten RealmsLatest 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Forgotten Realms Game Books series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Forgotten Realms Game Books series?

Start with The Magister (Short Story) (1988), the first book in the Forgotten Realms Game Books series by Ed Greenwood. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Forgotten Realms Game Books series?

There are 17 books in the Forgotten Realms Game Books series by Ed Greenwood, published between 1988 and 2012.

What is the first book in the Forgotten Realms Game Books series?

The first book in the Forgotten Realms Game Books series is The Magister (Short Story), published in 1988 by Ed Greenwood.

What is the latest book in the Forgotten Realms Game Books series?

The most recent book in the Forgotten Realms Game Books series is Ed Greenwood Presents Elminster's Forgotten Realms (2012) by Ed Greenwood.

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About 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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