Game of Thrones: Chronological Book Guide

For nearly three decades, George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire has redefined fantasy literature. The book series achieved global recognition through its bestselling novels and HBO's groundbreaking adaptation. With House of the Dragon Season 2 now streaming, there's never been a better time to explore Westeros through the original source material.

Complete Guide to Reading Game of Thrones Books

This definitive guide walks you through the entire A Song of Ice and Fire universe - from main series novels to companion works - in both chronological and release order.

The Core Book Series

Martin has published five novels in his epic fantasy saga, with two more planned:

• A Game of Thrones (1996)
• A Clash of Kings (1998)
• A Storm of Swords (2000)
• A Feast for Crows (2005)
• A Dance with Dragons (2011)

The long-awaited sixth installment, The Winds of Winter, remains in progress along with the concluding volume, A Dream of Spring.

Companion Works

The expanded universe includes:

• A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (Dunk & Egg stories)
• Fire & Blood (Targaryen history)
• The World of Ice & Fire (lore compendium)

Where to Begin Reading

New readers typically start with A Game of Thrones to follow the main narrative. However, those interested in Westerosi history may begin with Fire & Blood (House Targaryen's origins) or A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (set 90 years before the main series).

The leather-bound box set offers an elegant way to collect the core five novels, currently available at a substantial discount from its original price.

Upcoming Releases

Fans can look forward to:

• The Winds of Winter (next main series installment)
• A Dream of Spring (planned conclusion)
• Fire & Blood Volume 2 (additional Targaryen history)
• New Dunk & Egg novellas

An illustrated edition of A Feast for Crows arrives in November 2025, continuing the beautiful collector's series.

Diving Deeper Into Westeros

For those who want to fully immerse themselves in Martin's world, The World of Ice & Fire offers stunning artwork and comprehensive lore spanning thousands of years of Westerosi history.

The series continues to evolve through multiple media formats, with HBO developing A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms as their next Game of Thrones prequel, expected in 2025.