
Ghost Story
Read "Ghost Story" as the 13th book in the The Dresden Files sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.
⚠️ Do NOT read before "Changes" (Book 12)
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Verdict Insight: As the 13th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.
Cold Days
Book #14 of 17 in Series
Complete Series Reading Order
Publication Order
Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.
Chronological Order
May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.
Order Confidence
Why this order?
The original audiobook version was narrated by John Glover due to scheduling conflicts with the primary series narrator, James Marsters. A rerecorded version narrated by Marsters was released in 2015.
Why This Order Is Confusing
Many reading lists for The Dresden Files conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip reading Ghost Story?
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Can I read Ghost Story before Changes?
No. We recommend reading Changes first. Ghost Story is the 13th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.
Is Ghost Story required reading for the The Dresden Files?
Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.
What comes after Ghost Story in the reading order?
The next recommended book after Ghost Story is Cold Days (Book #14).



