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Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles

by Mercedes Lackey

5 books Started 2008 Latest 2013
Publication Reading Order

The Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles is a Fantasy series by Mercedes Lackey, made up of 5 books published between 2008 and 2013. It begins with Foundation (2008), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Bastion (2013), spanning 5 years of storytelling.

5books
5years active
2decades
~1.3yrs between books
2013latest release

Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series?

Start with Foundation (2008), the first book in the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series by Mercedes Lackey. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series?

There are 5 books in the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series by Mercedes Lackey, published between 2008 and 2013.

What is the first book in the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series?

The first book in the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series is Foundation, published in 2008 by Mercedes Lackey.

What is the latest book in the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series?

The most recent book in the Valdemar: Collegium Chronicles series is Bastion (2013) by Mercedes Lackey.

Mercedes Lackey is an American fantasy author born on June 24, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois. Lackey's professional writing career began in 1983 with the publication of "Arrows of the Queen." Since then, she has become widely acclaimed for her prolificacy, writing over 100 novels and short stories primarily within the fantasy genre. Her notable works include the Valdemar series, the Elemental Masters series, and many others set within shared fictional universes or standalone worlds. Lackey has garnered numerous awards, including the HOMer Award, the Prism Award, and the Sapphire Award. Her books have gained critical acclaim for their vivid world-building, complex characters, and engaging narratives.

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