Publication Reading Order
The Skyward is a Fantasy / Science Fiction series by Brandon Sanderson, made up of 4 books published between 2018 and 2023. It begins with Skyward (2018), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Defiant (2023), spanning 5 years of storytelling.
4books
5years active
2decades
~1.7yrs between books
2023latest release
| # | Title | Year | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | |||
| 1 | Skyward ★ NYT 6w · peaked #3 Goodreads Choice Award 2018Full award history → | 2018 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 2 | Starsight ★ NYT 2w · #1 | 2019 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 2020s | |||
| 3 | Cytonic | 2021 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
| 4 | DefiantLatest | 2023 | Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia |
Skyward series: frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Skyward series?
Start with Skyward (2018), the first book in the Skyward series by Brandon Sanderson. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.
How many books are in the Skyward series?
There are 4 books in the Skyward series by Brandon Sanderson, published between 2018 and 2023.
What is the first book in the Skyward series?
The first book in the Skyward series is Skyward, published in 2018 by Brandon Sanderson.
What is the latest book in the Skyward series?
The most recent book in the Skyward series is Defiant (2023) by Brandon Sanderson.
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