BookBingeThe Stormlight Archive Books in Order
The Stormlight Archive is an epic fantasy series by Brandon Sanderson, set on the world of Roshar.
Here is the complete The Stormlight Archive reading order — all 5 books by Brandon Sanderson, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- The Way of Kings(2010)
- Words of Radiance(2014)
- Oathbringer(2017)
- Rhythm of War(2020)
- Wind and Truth(2024)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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How many books are in the The Stormlight Archive series?
There are 5 books in the The Stormlight Archive series by Brandon Sanderson, beginning with The Way of Kings (2010) and most recently Wind and Truth (2024).
What is the first The Stormlight Archive book?
The first book is The Way of Kings, published in 2010. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read The Stormlight Archive in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.