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Forgotten Realms: The Harpers

by Ed Greenwood

14 books Started 1991 Latest 1998
Publication Reading Order

The Forgotten Realms: The Harpers is a Fantasy series by Ed Greenwood, made up of 14 books published between 1991 and 1998. It begins with The Parched Sea ( By: Troy Denning) (1991), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Rise of the Blade ( By: Charles Moffat) (1998), spanning 7 years of storytelling.

14books
7years active
~0.5yrs between books
1998latest release
# Title Year Buy
1 The Parched Sea ( By: Troy Denning) 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Elfshadow ( By: Elaine Cunningham) 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Red Magic ( By: Jean Rabe) 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 The Night Parade ( By: Scott Ciencin) 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Ring of Winter ( By: James Lowder) 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Crypt of the Shadowking ( By: Mark Anthony) 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Soldiers of Ice ( By: David Cook) 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Crown of Fire 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Masquerades ( By: Jeff Grubb, Kate Novak) 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Curse of the Shadowmage ( By: Fred Fields, Mark Anthony) 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Veiled Dragon ( By: Troy Denning) 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Stormlight 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Finder's Bane ( By: Jeff Grubb, Kate Novak) 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Rise of the Blade ( By: Charles Moffat)Latest 1998 Search on Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series?

Start with The Parched Sea ( By: Troy Denning) (1991), the first book in the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series by Ed Greenwood. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series?

There are 14 books in the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series by Ed Greenwood, published between 1991 and 1998.

What is the first book in the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series?

The first book in the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series is The Parched Sea ( By: Troy Denning), published in 1991 by Ed Greenwood.

What is the latest book in the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series?

The most recent book in the Forgotten Realms: The Harpers series is Rise of the Blade ( By: Charles Moffat) (1998) 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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