What is the best reading order for the Discworld series?

The Discworld series can be read in several ways, as many books function as standalones or belong to smaller sub-series focusing on specific characters or locations. While publication order is one option, many readers prefer to follow character arcs, such as the City Watch, Witches, or Death, which allows for a more focused experience within the larger world.

Are there any Discworld adaptations?

The Discworld series has been adapted into various forms, including television movies, animated series, and stage plays. Notable adaptations include "Hogfather," "The Colour of Magic," and "Going Postal" for television.

Do the Discworld books connect to each other?

While many Discworld novels can be enjoyed independently, characters and events frequently reappear and evolve across the series, creating a rich, interconnected world. Readers will notice recurring themes and a gradual development of the Discworld's history and society.

Which Discworld books are good for new readers?

For new readers, "Guards! Guards!" is often recommended as an entry point, introducing the City Watch and the vibrant city of Ankh-Morpork. Other popular starting points include "Mort" for those interested in Death, or "Wyrd Sisters" for a taste of the Witches' stories.

Discworld

44 books

Complete series

Terry Pratchett's Discworld series is a satirical fantasy that explores a flat world balanced on the backs of four elephants and a giant turtle. The books humorously examine society, mythology, and human nature through a variety of characters and magical events. Readers will enjoy its witty take on classic fantasy tropes.

Subseries

Books

#14.1

The Colour of Magic

Terry Pratchett

Wizards #1

#24.0

The Light Fantastic

Ernest Riera

Discworld #2

#2.5

Terry Pratchett's Discworld Imaginarium

Paul Kidby

Discworld #2.5

#34.3

Equal Rites

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Witches Series #1

#3.5

The Wyrdest Link

David Langford

Discworld #3.5

#44.9

Mort

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - DEATH Series #1

#54.5

Sourcery

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Rincewind #3

#64.5

Wyrd Sisters

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Witches Series #2

#74.5

Pyramids

Terry Pratchett

Discworld #7

#84.4

Guards! Guards!

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #1

#94.7

Eric

Terry Pratchett

Novella

Discworld - Rincewind #4

#104.0

Moving Pictures

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Industrial Revolution series #1

#114.7

Reaper Man

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - DEATH Series #2

#124.8

Witches Abroad

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Witches Series #3

#134.7

Small Gods

Terry Pratchett

Graphic novel

Discworld #13

#13.5

Troll Bridge

Terry Pratchett

Discworld #13.5

#144.8

Lords and Ladies

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Witches Series #4

#14.54.0

Theatre of Cruelty

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #1.5

#154.4

Men at Arms

Terry Pratchett

Wielka Kolekcja Terry Pratchett #2

#164.5

Soul Music

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - DEATH Series #3

#174.7

Interesting Times

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Rincewind #5

#184.5

Maskerade

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Witches Series #5

#194.2

Feet of Clay

Terry Pratchett

Kolekcja Świat Dysku #3

#204.4

Hogfather

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - DEATH Series #4

#214.3

Jingo

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #4

#224.5

The Last Continent

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Rincewind #6

#22.5

The Sea and Little Fishes

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Witches Series #5.5

#234.3

Carpe Jugulum

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Witches Series #6

#244.3

The Fifth Elephant

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #5

#254.5

The Truth

Stephen Briggs

Discworld - Industrial Revolution series #2

#264.7

Thief of Time

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - DEATH Series #5

#26.5

Death and What Comes Next

Terry Pratchett

Short story

Discworld #26.5

#275.0

The Last Hero

Terry Pratchett

Graphic novel

Discworld - Rincewind #7

#284.7

The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents

Terry Pratchett

Discworld #28

#294.7

Night Watch

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #6

#304.4

The Wee Free Men

Paul Kidby

Discworld - Tiffany Aching series #1

#314.5

Monstrous Regiment

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Industrial Revolution series #3

#324.2

A Hat Full of Sky

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Tiffany Aching #2

#334.8

Going Postal

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Moist-von-Lipwig series #1

#344.5

Thud!

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #7

#34.5

Where's My Cow?

Terry Pratchett

Picture book

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #7.5

#354.3

Wintersmith

Paul Kidby

Discworld - Tiffany Aching #3

#35.5

A Collegiate Casting-Out of Devilish Devices

Terry Pratchett

Short story

Discworld #35.5

#364.3

Making Money

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Moist-von-Lipwig series #2

#374.3

Unseen Academicals

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Rincewind #8

#384.8

I Shall Wear Midnight

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Tiffany Aching series #4

#394.5

Snuff

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #8

#39.5

Miss Felicity Beedles The World Of Poo

Bernard Pearson

Discworld #39.5

#404.5

Raising Steam

Terry Pratchett

Discworld - Moist-von-Lipwig series #3

#40.5

Mrs Bradshaw's Handbook: To Travelling Upon the Ankh-Morpork & Sto Plains Hygienic Railway (Discworld)

Terry Pratchett

Discworld #40.5

#414.7

The Shepherd's Crown

Laura Ellen Andersen

Discworld - Tiffany Aching #5

Terry Pratchett's Wyrd sisters

Stephen Briggs

The Witches #2

Terry Pratchett's Mort

Stephen Briggs

Death #1

Terry Pratchett's Carpe Jugulum

Stephen Briggs

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What is the best reading order for the Discworld series?
The Discworld series can be read in several ways, as many books function as standalones or belong to smaller sub-series focusing on specific characters or locations. While publication order is one option, many readers prefer to follow character arcs, such as the City Watch, Witches, or Death, which allows for a more focused experience within the larger world.
Are there any Discworld adaptations?
The Discworld series has been adapted into various forms, including television movies, animated series, and stage plays. Notable adaptations include "Hogfather," "The Colour of Magic," and "Going Postal" for television.
Do the Discworld books connect to each other?
While many Discworld novels can be enjoyed independently, characters and events frequently reappear and evolve across the series, creating a rich, interconnected world. Readers will notice recurring themes and a gradual development of the Discworld's history and society.
Which Discworld books are good for new readers?
For new readers, "Guards! Guards!" is often recommended as an entry point, introducing the City Watch and the vibrant city of Ankh-Morpork. Other popular starting points include "Mort" for those interested in Death, or "Wyrd Sisters" for a taste of the Witches' stories.

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