Series

Cosmere series in reading order

The Cosmere series has 3 books.

Published between 2016 and 2025. The publication order differs from the reading order — both are below.

This collection gathers nine works of short fiction spanning six worlds within Sanderson's interconnected Cosmere universe. From Sel to Scadrial, each story expands the mythology and magic systems that unite his epic fantasy landscape. Ideal for fans seeking deeper dives into the lore and hidden con

All 3 books, in reading order

• Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection (2016) — Brandon Sanderson · 672 pages
• Isles of the Emberdark (2025) — Brandon Sanderson · 465 pages
• The Sunlit Man (Cosmere) (2023) — Brandon Sanderson

Cosmere in publication order

1. Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection (2016) — Brandon Sanderson
2. The Sunlit Man (Cosmere) (2023) — Brandon Sanderson
3. Isles of the Emberdark (2025) — Brandon Sanderson

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