Richard Swan

Richard Swan is a British author renowned for his contributions to military science fiction and epic fantasy. He is best known for the "Art of War" trilogy and the Sunday Times bestselling "Empire of the Wolf" series, which includes his acclaimed debut novel, "The Justice of Kings." His works have been translated into multiple languages and have garnered a dedicated readership worldwide.

A qualified lawyer by training, Swan spent a decade litigating high-stakes commercial disputes in London before transitioning to writing full-time. His background in law and upbringing on military bases informs his detailed worldbuilding and complex narratives. In addition to his original series, he has written fiction for Black Library and Grimdark Magazine, further establishing his presence in the speculative fiction community.

Swan currently resides in Sydney, Australia, with his family. His recent works continue to expand his literary footprint, blending meticulous research with gripping storytelling across multiple genres.
The Art of War Trilogy Books
# Title Year
1 Reclamation 2015
2 The Ascendancy War 2016
3 Empire of the Fallen 2016
4 Hadan's Reach 2018
The Art of War Trilogy Series in Chronological Order
# Title Year
1 Hadan's Reach 2018
2 Reclamation 2015
3 Empire of the Fallen 2016
4 The Ascendancy War 2016
Ascendancy War Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 VIPER One 2016
2 VIPER One: Countervalue (With: George Lockett) 2017
Empire of the Wolf Books
# Title Year
1 The Justice of Kings 2022
2 The Tyranny of Faith 2023
3 The Trials of Empire 2024
4 The Scour 2025
The Great Silence Books
# Title Year
1 Grave Empire 2025
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Infinite State 2026
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 Blood Harvest 2023
2 Tears of Raphaela 2024
Richard Swan Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Blood Of The Imperium 2025