Patricia A. McKillip
Books in Order by Date of Publication
Patricia A. McKillip is a renowned American fantasy author celebrated for her enchanting writing style which often combines elements of mythology folklore and fairy tales with lush descriptions of nature and the human experience. Her body of work spans multiple genres including fantasy romance and young adult fiction. McKillip's novels and short stories typically revolve around themes of identity community and the struggle between good and evil often set against the backdrop of magical worlds mythical creatures and intricate plotlines. What makes her books so popular is the author's unique ability to infuse complex emotions moral ambiguity and subtle humor into her stories resulting in rich memorable characters and immersive storytelling. With over 45 books in publication order McKillip has established herself as a masterful storyteller and a must-read in the fantasy genre.
1. The Throme of the Erril of Sherill (1973) Buy on Amazon
2. The house on Parchment Street (1973) Buy on Amazon
3. The Forgotten Beasts of Eld (1974) Buy on Amazon
4. The Riddle-Master of Hed (Riddle-Master #1) (1976) Buy on Amazon
5. The night gift (1976) Buy on Amazon
6. Heir of Sea and Fire (1977) Buy on Amazon
7. Harpist in the wind (1979) Buy on Amazon
8. Riddle of stars (1979) Buy on Amazon
9. Stepping From Shadows (1982) Buy on Amazon
10. Quest of Riddlemasters (1982) Buy on Amazon
11. Moon-flash (1984) Buy on Amazon
12. Imaginary Lands (1985) Buy on Amazon
13. THE MOON AND THE FACE (1985) Buy on Amazon
14. Fool's run (1987) Buy on Amazon
15. The changeling sea (1988) Buy on Amazon
16. Masterpieces of Fantasy and Wonder (1989) Buy on Amazon
17. The sorceress and the cygnet (1991) Buy on Amazon
18. The cygnet and the firebird (1993) Buy on Amazon
19. Something rich and strange (1994) Buy on Amazon
20. The Book of Atrix Wolfe (1995) Buy on Amazon
21. Winter rose (1996) Buy on Amazon
22. Song for the basilisk (1998) Buy on Amazon
23. Riddle-master (1999) Buy on Amazon
24. Not fo Woman Born (1999) Buy on Amazon
25. The tower at Stony Wood (2000) Buy on Amazon
26. Ombria in shadow (2002) Buy on Amazon
27. In the Forests of Serre (2003) Buy on Amazon
28. Alphabet of thorn (2004) Buy on Amazon
29. Od magic (2005) Buy on Amazon
30. Harrowing the Dragon (2005) Buy on Amazon
31. To Weave a Web of Magic (2006) Buy on Amazon
32. Solstice wood (2006) Buy on Amazon
33. Cygnet (2007) Buy on Amazon
34. The bell at Sealey Head (2008) Buy on Amazon
35. A book of wizards (2008) Buy on Amazon
36. The bards of Bone Plain (2010) Buy on Amazon
37. Welcome to Bordertown (2011) Buy on Amazon
38. Wonders of the invisible world (2012) Buy on Amazon
39. Patricia Mckillip GatewayOmn 2(eBk) (2015) Buy on Amazon
40. Patricia Mckillip GatewayOmn 1(eBk) (2015) Buy on Amazon
41. Dreams of distant shores (2016) Buy on Amazon
42. Kingfisher (2016) Buy on Amazon
43. Karkadann Triangle (2018) Buy on Amazon
44. Forgotten Beasts of Eld (2024) Buy on Amazon
45. Book of Atrix Wolfe (2025) Buy on Amazon
About Patricia A. McKillip
Patricia A. McKillip is a critically acclaimed American author renowned for her captivating works of fantasy and enchanting prose. Born in 1948 McKillip's early life was marked by a love for storytelling which would eventually become the foundation of her illustrious writing career.
As a novelist McKillip has consistently pushed the boundaries of the fantasy genre weaving intricate tales that transport readers to magical realms and worlds beyond their imagination. Her writing style is characterized by its lyricism depth and emotional resonance drawing readers into the intricate tapestries of her stories.
Throughout her body of work McKillip has explored themes of love loss and transformation crafting characters that are at once relatable and enigmatic. Her novels often span multiple series creating richly detailed worlds that invite readers to return again and again. The result is a devoted readership drawn to McKillip's unique voice and the sense of wonder that pervades her books.
McKillip's appeal lies in her ability to balance the fantastical and the everyday creating stories that are both timeless and deeply personal. Her readers have come to expect a certain level of sophistication and complexity from her writing and she has consistently delivered solidifying her reputation as one of the most beloved and respected authors in the fantasy genre.