Ed Greenwood
Biography
Ed Greenwood is a prolific Canadian author and creator of the beloved Forgotten Realms fantasy world. Best known for his iconic character Elminster, Greenwood has been captivating readers with his imaginative storytelling for over four decades. Born in 1959 in Canada, Greenwood's passion for fantasy literature led him to create the Forgotten Realms setting in the 1960s, which has since become one of the most popular and enduring fantasy universes in literature. His dedication to world-building and rich character development has earned him a devoted fan base around the world. In addition to his work on the Forgotten Realms series, Greenwood has published over 200 fantasy novels and written for numerous role-playing games and anthologies. His unique blend of magic, adventure, and richly detailed worlds has cemented his reputation as a master of the fantasy genre. Greenwood continues to enchant readers with his captivating storytelling and remains an influential figure in the world of fantasy literature.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Ed Greenwood not part of a series
- A Dragon's Ascension
- All Shadows Fled
- Cloak of Shadows
- Cormyr
- Cormyr:
- Crown of Fire
- Crown of Fire: Shandril's Saga )
- Elminster in Hell
- Elminster in Myth Drannor
- Elminster in Myth Drannor: Forgotten Realms : Fantasy Adventure
- Elminster's Daughter
- Elminster: The Making of a Mage
- Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting
- Hand of Fire
- Shadows of Doom
- Silverfall: Stories of the Seven Sisters
- Spellfire
- Stormlight
- The Dragon's Doom
- The Kingless Land
- The Kingless Land: A Tale of the Band of Four
- The Silent House : A Chronicle of Aglirta
- The Temptation of Elminster
- The Vacant Throne
Band of Four
Books in the Band of Four series by Ed Greenwood
- The Vacant Throne : A Band of Four Novel
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- Elminster: The Making of a Mage
- Elminster in Hell
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Elminster's Daughter
- Elminster Must Die
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Ed Greenwood's books
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ed Greenwood?
Ed Greenwood is a Canadian author and creator of the Forgotten Realms fantasy setting.
What is the Forgotten Realms Elminster series about?
The series follows the adventures of Elminster, a powerful wizard in the Forgotten Realms universe.
How many books are in the Forgotten Realms Elminster series?
There are multiple books in the series, with new ones still being published.
What other works has Ed Greenwood written?
Aside from the Forgotten Realms Elminster series, Ed Greenwood has written numerous other novels set in the Forgotten Realms universe.
Is it necessary to read the Forgotten Realms Elminster series in order?
While some readers prefer to read the series in order, each book can also be enjoyed on its own as a standalone story.