How to Read the Redwall Books in Order
The Redwall fantasy series has 22 published books, beginning with *Redwall* in 1986, and a 23rd novel, *Orphans of Mossflower*, is due in September 2027. The article offers reading orders for catching up before its release and recommends publication order for a first read, as the books’ internal chronology differs and reading chronologically could reveal plot details early.
The publication list runs from *Redwall* (1986) to *The Rogue Crew* (2011), followed by the forthcoming novel. The suggested chronological order starts with *Lord Brocktree*, then follows the series’ fictional timeline through *The Rogue Crew* and *Orphans of Mossflower*. The article also gives brief descriptions of the books’ stories.
In short
- A 23rd Redwall novel is due in September 2027.
- The series has 22 books published between 1986 and 2011.
- Publication order is recommended for a first read.
Explained simply
Redwall is a fantasy series by British author Brian Jacques, set around Redwall Abbey and the woodland animals who live there. The books feature communities of mice and other animals, alongside conflicts with predators such as rats and foxes.
The 22 published novels appeared between 1986 and 2011, and their fictional events do not follow the same order as their publication. Readers can therefore approach the series by publication date or by the timeline within its world; the choice matters because some later-published books take place earlier and may reveal details about stories published before them.