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Malazan Empire Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Malazan Empire books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Malazan Empire series? Start with "Night of Knives" (2004) and follow publication order through all 7 books.
The complete Malazan Empire reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Night of Knives
2004
Return of the Crimson Guard
2008
Stonewielder
2010
Orb Sceptre Throne
2012
Blood and Bone
2012
Assail
2013
Forge of the High Mage
2023
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