List of Forgotten Realms novels


This is a list of fantasy fiction novels based in the role-playing game setting of the Forgotten Realms.
They are published by Wizards of the Coast, with some originally published by TSR before it was incorporated into WotC.

Abolethic Sovereignty

By Bruce R. CordellPlague of Spells City of Torment

Abyssal Plague

By various authorsThe Gates of Madness by James Wyatt The Mark of Nerath by Bill Slavicsek The Temple of the Yellow Skulls by Don Bassingthwaite Oath of Vigilance by James Wyatt The Eye of the Chained God by Don Bassingthwaite Sword of the Gods by Bruce R. Cordell Under the Crimson Sun by Keith R. A. DeCandido
  • ''Shadowbane''

The Avatar Series

By Scott Ciencin, Troy Denning, and James LowderShadowdale, by Scott Ciencin Tantras, by Scott Ciencin Waterdeep, by Troy Denning Prince of Lies, by James Lowder Crucible: The Trial of Cyric the Mad, by Troy Denning

The Baldur's Gate Series

Based on the [Baldur's Gate series|Baldur's Gate computer game series].Baldur's Gate, by Philip Athans Baldur's Gate 2: The Shadows of Amn, by Philip Athans Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal, by Drew Karpyshyn

Blades of the Moonsea

By Richard BakerThe Swordmage Corsair Avenger
Blades of the Moonsea was intended to be released in omnibus form but was ultimately cancelled by Wizards of the Coast:
  • ''Blades of the Moonsea Omnibus''

Brimstone Angels

By Erin M. EvansBrimstone Angels Brimstone Angels: Lesser Evils The Adversary, by Erin M. Evans Brimstone Angels: Fire In The Blood Brimstone Angels: Ashes Of The Tyrant
  • ''Brimstone Angels: The Devil You Know''

Brotherhood of the Griffon

By Richard Lee ByersThe Captive Flame Whisper of Venom The Spectral Blaze The Masked Witches Prophet of the Dead, February 2013,

Chosen of Nendawen

By Mark SehestedtThe Fall of Highwatch The Hand of the Hunter
  • ''Cry of the Ghost Wolf''

The Citadels

By Ed Gentry, Jess Lebow, James P. Davis and Mark SehestedtNeversfall, by Ed Gentry Obsidian Ridge, by Jess Lebow The Shield of Weeping Ghosts, by James P. Davis Sentinelspire, by Mark Sehestedt

The Cities

By Richard Baker, Drew Karpyshyn, Mel Odom, Ed Greenwood, and Elaine CunninghamThe City of Ravens, by Richard Baker Temple Hill, by Drew Karpyshyn The Jewel of Turmish, by Mel Odom The City of Splendors: A Waterdeep Novel, by Ed Greenwood and Elaine Cunningham

The Cleric Quintet

By R. A. SalvatoreCanticle In Sylvan Shadows Night Masks The Fallen Fortress The Chaos Curse
The Cleric Quintet was later reprinted in:
  • ''The Cleric Quintet Collector's Edition''

Cold Steel And Secrets

Cold Steel and Secrets, by Rosemary JonesPart 1 Part 2 Part 3
  • ''Part 4''

Companions Codex

By R. A. Salvatore
  • Night of the Hunter
  • Rise of the King
  • ''Vengeance of the Iron Dwarf''

The Cormyr Saga

By Ed Greenwood, Jeff Grubb, and Troy DenningCormyr: A Novel, by Ed Greenwood and Jeff Grubb Beyond the High Road, by Troy Denning Death of the Dragon, by Ed Greenwood and Troy Denning

Counselors & Kings

By Elaine CunninghamThe Magehound The Floodgate
  • ''The Wizardwar''

Double Diamond Triangle Saga

By J. Robert King, James M. Ward & David Wise, Ed Greenwood, Roger E. Moore, Dave Gross, David Cook & Peter Archer, and Richard BakerThe Abduction, by J. Robert King The Paladins, by James M. Ward and David Wise The Mercenaries, by Ed Greenwood Errand of Mercy, by Roger E. Moore An Opportunity for Profit, by Dave Gross Conspiracy, by J. Robert King Uneasy Alliances, by David Cook with Peter Archer Easy Betrayals, by Richard Baker The Diamond, by J. Robert King and Ed Greenwood

The Druidhome Trilogy

By Douglas NilesProphet of Moonshae The Coral Kingdom
  • ''The Druid Queen''

The Dungeons

By Erik Scott de Bie, Jaleigh Johnson, Bruce R. Cordell and Rosemary JonesDepths of Madness, by Erik Scott de Bie The Howling Delve, by Jaleigh Johnson Stardeep, by Bruce R. Cordell Crypt of the Moaning Diamond, by Rosemary Jones

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

By E.K. Johnston, Jaleigh Johnson and David Lewman. Tie-in novels of the 2023 film Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves.The Druid's Call, by E.K. Johnston The Road To Neverwinter, by Jaleigh Johnson Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves: The Deluxe Junior Novelization, by David Lewman

The Elminster Series

By Ed Greenwood Elminster - The Making of a Mage Elminster in Myth Drannor The Temptation of Elminster Elminster in Hell Elminster's Daughter
The first three volumes in this series were reprinted twice, the first with extensive new commentary by Ed Greenwood and the second as an omnibus in:The Annotated Elminster Elminster Ascending
The Saga continues in the series: The Sage of ShadowdaleElminster Must Die Bury Elminster Deep

The Empires Trilogy

By David Cook, Troy Denning and James LowderHorselords, by David Cook Dragonwall, by Troy Denning Crusade, by James Lowder

The Empyrean Odyssey

By Thomas M. ReidThe Gossamer Plain The Fractured Sky The Crystal Mountain
The Empyrean Odyssey Trilogy was later reprinted as an omnibus in:

The Erevis Cale Trilogy

By Paul S. KempTwilight Falling Dawn of Night Midnight's Mask
The Erevis Cale Trilogy was later reprinted as an omnibus in:
  • ''The Erevis Cale Trilogy''

The Fallbacks

By Jaleigh JohnsonThe Fallbacks: Bound for Ruin
  • ''The Fallbacks: Dealing with Dragons''

The Fighters

By Jess Lebow, Erik Scott de Bie, Murray J. D. Leeder and Keith Francis StrohmMaster of Chains, by Jess Lebow Ghostwalker, by Erik Scott de Bie Son of Thunder, by Murray J. D. Leeder Bladesinger, by Keith Francis Strohm

The Finder's Stone Trilogy

By Kate Novak and Jeff GrubbAzure Bonds, by Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb The Wyvern's Spur, by Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb Song of the Saurials, by Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb

The Harpers

By Troy Denning, Elaine Cunningham, Jean Rabe, Scott Ciencin, James Lowder, Mark Anthony, David Cook, Charles Alexander Moffat, Ed Greenwood, and Kate Novak & Jeff Grubb.The Parched Sea, by Troy Denning Elfshadow, by Elaine Cunningham Red Magic, by Jean Rabe The Night Parade, by Scott Ciencin The Ring of Winter, by James Lowder Crypt of the Shadowking, by Mark Anthony Soldiers of Ice, by David Cook Elfsong, by Elaine Cunningham Crown of Fire, by Ed Greenwood Masquerades, by Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb Curse of the Shadowmage, by Mark Anthony The Veiled Dragon, by Troy Denning Silver Shadows, by Elaine Cunningham Stormlight, by Ed Greenwood Finder's Bane, by Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb Thornhold, by Elaine Cunningham

The Haunted Lands

This series contains a trilogy of novels written by Richard Lee Byers, as well as an anthology of short stories written by various authors.Unclean Undead Unholy Realms of the Dead, edited by Susan J. Morris

Homecoming

By R. A. SalvatoreArchmage Maestro
  • ''Hero''

House of Serpents

By Lisa SmedmanVenom's Taste Viper's Kiss Vanity's Brood
The House of Serpents trilogy was later reprinted as an omnibus in:
  • ''House of Serpents''

The Knights of Myth Drannor

By Ed GreenwoodSwords of Eveningstar Swords of Dragonfire
  • ''The Sword Never Sleeps''

The Lady Penitent

By Lisa SmedmanSacrifice of the Widow Storm of the Dead
  • ''Ascendancy of the Last''

The Last Mythal

This series contains a trilogy of novels written by Richard Baker, as well as an anthology of short stories written by various authors.Forsaken House, by Richard Baker Farthest Reach, by Richard Baker Final Gate, by Richard Baker Realms of the Elves, edited by Philip Athans
The three volume trilogy by Richard Baker was later reprinted in two formats:The Last Mythal Gift Set
  • ''The Last Mythal: A Forgotten Realms Omnibus''

The Legend of Drizzt

By R. A. Salvatore
This series consists of re-issues of novels that had previously been published under different series titles.

The Icewind Dale Trilogy

The Crystal Shard Streams of Silver The Halfling's Gem
The Crystal Shard was the second Forgotten Realms novel ever published, and the first by R. A. Salvatore.
The Icewind Dale Trilogy was later reprinted in several different formats:The Icewind Dale Trilogy Collector's Edition The Icewind Dale Trilogy Gift Set

The Dark Elf Trilogy

Homeland Exile Sojourn
The Dark Elf Trilogy was later reprinted in several different formats:The Dark Elf Trilogy Collector's Edition The Dark Elf Trilogy Gift Set

Legacy of the Drow

The Legacy Starless Night Siege of Darkness Passage to Dawn
The Legacy was the first Forgotten Realms novel published in hardcover.
Legacy of the Drow was later reprinted in several different formats:Legacy of the Drow Collector's Edition Legacy of the Drow Gift Set

Paths of Darkness

The Silent Blade The Spine of the World Servant of the Shard Sea of Swords
Paths of Darkness was later reprinted in several different formats:Paths of Darkness Collector's Edition Paths of Darkness Gift Set

The Hunter's Blades Trilogy

The Thousand Orcs The Lone Drow The Two Swords
The Hunter's Blades Trilogy was later reprinted in several different formats:The Hunter's Blades Collector's Edition The Hunter's Blades Trilogy Gift Set

Anthology

The Collected Stories: The Legend of Drizzt, edited by Philip Athans
  • * 'The First Notch'
  • * 'Dark Mirror'
  • * 'The Third Level'
  • * 'Guenhwyvar'
  • * 'That Curious Sword'
  • * 'Wickless In The Nether'
  • * 'The Dowery'
  • * 'Comrades At Odds'
  • * 'If They Ever Happened Upon My Lair'
  • * 'Bones And Stones'
  • * 'Iruladoon'
  • * 'To Legend He Goes'

Lost Empires

By Mel Odom, Troy Denning, Clayton Emery, and Lynn AbbeyThe Lost Library of Cormanthyr, by Mel Odom Faces of Deception, by Troy Denning Star of Cursrah, by Clayton Emery The Nether Scroll, by Lynn Abbey

The Lost Gods

By Kate Novak, Jeff Grubb, and Douglas Niles
This series is a cross-over between the Forgotten Realms and Dragonlance settings.Finder's Bane, by Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb Fistandantilus Reborn, by Douglas Niles Tymora's Luck, by Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb

The Maztica Trilogy

By Douglas NilesIronhelm Viperhand
  • ''Feathered Dragon''

The Moonshae Trilogy

By Douglas NilesDarkwalker on Moonshae Black Wizards Darkwell
Darkwalker on Moonshae was the very first Forgotten Realms novel ever published.

Mysteries

By Chet Williamson, John Maddox Roberts, and Richard MeyersMurder in Cormyr, by Chet Williamson Murder in Tarsis by John Maddox Roberts Murder in Halruaa, by Richard Meyers

Netheril Trilogy

By Clayton EmerySword Play Dangerous Games
  • ''Mortal Consequences''

Neverwinter Saga

By R. A. SalvatoreGauntlgrym Neverwinter Charon's Claw

The Nobles

By David Cook, Victor Milán, Mark Anthony, Brian Thomsen, Paul Kidd, and Lynn AbbeyKing Pinch, by David Cook War in Tethyr, by Victor Milán Escape from Undermountain, by Mark Anthony The Mage in the Iron Mask, by Brian Thomsen The Council of Blades, by Paul Kidd The Simbul's Gift, by Lynn Abbey

The Pools

By James M. Ward. Set mostly in the city of Phlan. Also called the "Heroes of Phlan Trilogy"Pool of Radiance, by James M. Ward and Jane Cooper Hong Pools of Darkness, by James M. Ward and Anne K. Brown Pool of Twilight, by James M. Ward and Anne K. Brown

The Priests

By Bruce R. Cordell, Dave Gross & Don Bassingthwaite, Kameron M. Franklin, and Richard Lee ByersLady of Poison, by Bruce R. Cordell Mistress of the Night, by Dave Gross and Don Bassingthwaite Maiden of Pain, by Kameron M. Franklin Queen of the Depths, by Richard Lee Byers

Return of the Archwizards

This series contains a trilogy of novels written by Troy Denning, as well as an anthology of short stories written by various authors.The Summoning, by Troy Denning The Siege, by Troy Denning The Sorcerer, by Troy Denning Realms of Shadow, edited by Lizz Baldwin
The Return of the Archwizards trilogy was later reprinted as an omnibus in:

The Rogues

By Edward Bolme, Richard Lee Byers, Voronica Whitney-Robinson, and Don BassingthwaiteThe Alabaster Staff, by Edward Bolme The Black Bouquet, by Richard Lee Byers The Crimson Gold, by Voronica Whitney-Robinson The Yellow Silk, by Don Bassingthwaite

The Scions of Arrabar Trilogy

By Thomas M. ReidThe Sapphire Crescent The Ruby Guardian

The Sellswords

By R. A. Salvatore Servant of the Shard Promise of the Witch-King Road of the Patriarch
The Sellswords trilogy was later reprinted in two different formats:The Sellswords Gift Set
  • ''The Sellswords: A Forgotten Realms Omnibus''

Sembia: Gateway To The Realms

By Ed Greenwood, Clayton Emery, Paul S. Kemp, Richard Lee Byers, Dave Gross, Lisa Smedman, and Voronica Whitney-Robinson.The Halls of Stormweather

The Shadow of the Avatar Trilogy

By Ed Greenwood Shadows of Doom Cloak of Shadows

Shandril's Saga

By Ed GreenwoodSpellfire Crown of Fire
  • ''Hand of Fire''

Shadowbane Series

By Erik Scott de BieDownshadow Shadowbane
  • ''Eye of Justice''

Songs & Swords

By Elaine Cunningham
The first four volumes in the Songs & Swords series were re-issues of novels previously released as part of the Harpers series.Elfshadow Elfsong Silver Shadows Thornhold
  • ''The Dream Spheres''

Starlight & Shadows

By Elaine CunninghamDaughter of the Drow Tangled Webs Windwalker
The Starlight & Shadows trilogy was later reprinted in:
  • ''Starlight & Shadows Gift Set''

The Stone of Tymora

By R. A. Salvatore and Geno SalvatoreThe Stowaway The Shadowmask
  • ''The Sentinels''

The Sundering

By R. A. Salvatore, Paul S. Kemp, Erin M. Evans, Richard Lee Byers, Troy Denning, & Ed GreenwoodThe Companions, by R. A. Salvatore The Godborn, by Paul S. Kemp The Adversary, by Erin M. Evans The Reaver, by Richard Lee Byers The Sentinel by Troy Denning The Herald by Ed Greenwood hardcover, June 2014, ; paperback, December 2014, )

Sword of the Gods

By Bruce Cordell
  • ''Spinner of Lies''

The Threat from the Sea

This series contains a trilogy of novels written by Mel Odom, as well as an anthology of short stories written by various authors.Rising Tide, by Mel Odom, Under Fallen Stars, by Mel Odom, The Sea Devil's Eye, by Mel Odom, Realms of the Deep, edited by Philip Athans
The Threat from the Sea trilogy was later reprinted as an omnibus in:

Transitions

By R. A. SalvatoreThe Orc King The Pirate King The Ghost King
The Transitions trilogy was later reprinted in:
Transitions Gift Set

The Twilight Giants

By Troy DenningThe Ogre's Pact The Giant Among Us

The Twilight War

This series contains a trilogy of novels written by Paul S. Kemp, as well as an anthology of short stories written by various authors.Shadowbred Shadowstorm Shadowrealm
  • ''Realms of War''

Unbroken Chain

By Jaleigh JohnsonUnbroken Chain, by Jaleigh Johnson Unbroken Chain: The Darker Road, by Jaleigh Johnson

War of the Spider Queen

By Richard Lee Byers, Thomas M. Reid, Richard Baker, Lisa Smedman, Philip Athans, and Paul S. Kemp. Supervising editor, R. A. Salvatore.Dissolution, by Richard Lee Byers Insurrection, by Thomas M. Reid Condemnation, by Richard Baker Extinction, by Lisa Smedman Annihilation, by Philip Athans Resurrection, by Paul S. Kemp
War of the Spider Queen was later reprinted in:War of the Spider Queen Gift Set, Part I War of the Spider Queen Gift Set, Part II R.A. Salvatore's War of the Spider Queen, Volume I
  • ''R.A. Salvatore's War of the Spider Queen, Volume II''

The Watercourse Trilogy

By Philip AthansWhisper of Waves Lies of Light
  • ''Scream of Stone''

Ed Greenwood Presents Waterdeep

By Steven E. Schend, Jaleigh Johnson, Erik Scott de Bie, Rosemary Jones, Erin M. Evans and James P. DavisBlackstaff Tower, by Steven E. Schend Mistshore, by Jaleigh Johnson Downshadow, by Erik Scott de Bie City of the Dead, by Rosemary Jones The God Catcher, by Erin M. Evans Circle of Skulls, by James P. Davis
Ed Greenwood Presents Waterdeep was later reprinted in:Ed Greenwood Presents Waterdeep, Book 1, by Steven E. Schend, Jaleigh Johnson, Erik Scott de Bie Ed Greenwood Presents Waterdeep, Book 2, by Rosemary Jones, Erin M. Evans, James P. Davis

The Wilds

By Jenna Helland, James P. Davis, Jak Koke, Mel OdomThe Fanged Crown, by Jenna Helland The Restless Shore, by James P. Davis The Edge of Chaos, by Jak Koke Wrath of the Blue Lady, by Mel Odom

The Wizards

By Steven E. Schend, James P. Davis, Bruce R. Cordell and Mark SehestedtBlackstaff, by Steven E. Schend Bloodwalk, by James P. Davis Darkvision, by Bruce R. Cordell Frostfell, by Mark Sehestedt

The Year of Rogue Dragons

This series contains a trilogy of novels written by Richard Lee Byers, as well as two anthologies of short stories written by various authors. The series explores the ancient secrets of dragons and their society.The Rage, by Richard Lee Byers The Rite, by Richard Lee Byers The Ruin, by Richard Lee Byers Realms of the Dragons, edited by Philip Athans
  • * "Soulbound", by Paul S. Kemp
  • * "First Flight", by Edward Bolme
  • * "Gorlist's Dragon", by Elaine Cunningham
  • * "The Keeper of Secrets", by Ed Greenwood
  • * "The Topaz Dragon", by Jess Lebow
  • * "Wickless in the Nether", by R. A. Salvatore
  • * "Serpestrillvith", by Richard Baker
  • * "Waylaid", by Thomas M. Reid
  • * "Standard Delving Procedure", by Lisa Smedman
  • * "An Icy Heart", by Voronica Whitney-Robinson
  • * "Penitential Rites", by Keith Francis Strohm
  • * "How Sharper Than a Serpent's Tooth", by Dave Gross
  • * "Beer with a Fat Dragon", by Don Bassingthwaite
  • * "The Prisoner of Hulburg", by Richard Lee ByersRealms of the Dragons II, edited by Philip Athans
  • * "Faerie Ire", by Erin Tettensor
  • * "The Woman Who Drew Dragons", by Rosemary Jones
  • * "The Hunting Game", by Erik Scott de Bie
  • * "The Road Home", by Harley Stroh
  • * "How Burlmarr Saved the Unseen Protector", by Kameron M. Franklin
  • * "A Tall Tale", by J.L. Collins
  • * "The Book Dragon", by Jim Pitrat
  • * "Freedom's Promise", by Ed Gentry
  • * "Possessions", by James P. Davis
  • * "Queen of the Mountain", by Jaleigh Johnson
  • * "The Strength of the Jester", by Murray J.D. Leeder
The Year of Rogue Dragons trilogy was later reprinted as an omnibus in:
  • ''The Year of Rogue Dragons''

Standalone novels

Once Around the Realms, by Brian Thomsen Evermeet: Island of Elves, by Elaine Cunningham The Shadow Stone, by Richard Baker The Glass Prison, by Monte Cook Silverfall: Stories of the Seven Sisters, by Ed Greenwood Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor, by Carrie A. Bebris Sandstorm, by Christopher Rowe Dawnbringer, by Samantha Henderson Venom in Her Veins, by Tim Pratt The Rose of Sarifal, by Paulina Claiborne The Gilded Rune, by Lisa Smedman Prince of Ravens by Richard Baker If Ever They Happened Upon My Lair by R. A. Salvatore Spider and Stone by Jaleigh Johnson Spellstorm by Ed Greenwood Death Masks by Ed Greenwood

Anthologies

By various authorsRealms of Valor, edited by James Lowder