About the Author: Glen Cook
With a pen that leans heavily into the realm of science fiction and fantasy, American novelist Glen Cook has carved an influential niche for himself in the literary world. Best known for his seminal series, The Black Company, Cook’s love for the written word began to bloom as early as grade school. However, it was during his time serving the Navy and subsequently attending college that the seeds of storytelling truly took root.
Despite the demanding nature of his vocation and education, Cook managed to nurture his writing aspiration. Eventually, his carver days at GM would provide him the perfect opportunity to hone his craft. Unfazed by the rigors of his job, Cook managed to churn out an impressive three novels per year. It was during this prolific period that the foundational idea for The Black Company was born.
Glen Cook’s Unique Writing Style
Cook’s unique approach to storytelling, rich with intrigue and tinged with an undercurrent of realism, sets him apart from his contemporary fantasy authors. His narrative voice is noted for its terse, darkly humorous style, and his world building is deeply immersive. This unique mix of realism and dark fantasy creates a gripping narrative style that is as engaging as it is unique.
Books in Order: Glen Cook’s Published Works
As remarkable as his career trajectory is, Glen Cook’s journey as a novelist began in earnest with the publication of The Heirs of Babylon in 1972. What follows is a comprehensive list of Glen Cook’s books in order of original release and chronological sequence:
Publication Order of The Black Company Books
| The Black Company | (1984) |    |
| Shadows Linger | (1984) | |
| The White Rose | (1985) | |
| The Silver Spike | (1989) | |
| Shadow Games | (1989) | |
| Dreams of Steel | (1990) | |
| Bleak Seasons | (1996) | |
| She is the Darkness | (1997) | |
| Water Sleeps | (1999) | |
| Soldiers Live | (2000) | |