The Souls of Blackwood Academy
Reading Order.
Start The Souls of Blackwood Academy by I.V. Marie with "IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.
The complete reading order for the The Souls of Blackwood Academy series by I.V. Marie. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.
Short Answer:
Start with "IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES"
To experience the narrative as intended, read the main sequence in Publication Order.Ignore novellas and side stories until you finish the first 3 core novels. This resolves all timeline confusion and preserves every major twist.
Community Consensus
"The consensus is that the overall list of books being discussed (likely related to a large fantasy sale event) is massive and overwhelming (hundreds of titles). The thread offers numerous starting recommendations across various fantasy subgenres, especially LitRPG, Progression Fantasy (Magic School), Epic Fantasy, and Urban Fantasy, encouraging readers to choose based on their preferred style. Many commenters express excitement about the sheer volume of high-quality, self-published books available, often for free or cheap."
There is no single reading order as this list comprises many distinct series. Recommended starting points frequently highlighted by multiple users, based on genre, include: 1) Progression Fantasy/Magic School: Start with the **Mage Errant Publisher's Pack** (books 1 & 2). 2) LitRPG: Start with **System Apocalypse** (Tao Wong) or **Dungeon Born** (Dakota Krout). 3) Romantic/General Fantasy: Start with **The Lord of Stariel** (AJ Lancaster, a complete 4-book series). 4) Epic Fantasy: Start with **Chronicles of the Black Gate** (Phil Tucker).
At a Glance
- First Book:IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES
- Latest Book:IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES
- Timeline:2025 - 2025
Why This Order Is Confusing
Many reading lists for The Souls of Blackwood Academy 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.
Can I skip the short stories?
Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for The Souls of Blackwood Academy. The shorter volumes often establish the core character motivations and world-building that the main saga assumes you already know.
I watched the show/movie first — where should I start?
Ignore the screen adaptations' timeline. Start with "IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES" to see the original depth of the world. The books offer a significantly different (and usually more complete) experience than the on-screen versions.
Why do people disagree on the order?
Disagreement usually stems from the conflict between purely chronological order and publication order. Most long-term fans recommend publication order to preserve the emotional arc and mystery reveals.
Recommended Reading Order Strategy
The authoritative way to read the "The Souls of Blackwood Academy" series is in Publication Order. Start with the first published book. It's the way the author intended the world to be revealed.This ensures you experience character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.
Complete Series Reading Order
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Is it okay to skip books in the The Souls of Blackwood Academy series?
We recommend ignoring novellas and short stories until you finish the core sequence. However, main sequence novels should never be skipped as they contain critical character development and plot progression.
What is the best order to read The Souls of Blackwood Academy?
The final answer for the best experience is to start with "IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as I.V. Marie intended.
Can I read The Souls of Blackwood Academy books in any order?
No. The main narrative is strictly sequential. Skipping volumes or reading out of order will lead to significant plot spoilers and confusion regarding character arcs.
Are there spin-offs or companion books?
Yes, the The Souls of Blackwood Academy universe includes several companion works. These are marked as 'Optional' in our guide and can be read at any time without disrupting the main storyline.