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.
Ascendancy War Short Stories/Novellas
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
VIPER One
2016
2
VIPER One: Countervalue (With: George Lockett)
2017
Empire of the Wolf Books
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
The Justice of Kings
2022
2
The Tyranny of Faith
2023
3
The Trials of Empire
2024
4
The Scour
2025
The Art of War Trilogy Series in Chronological Order
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
Hadan's Reach
2018
2
Reclamation
2015
3
Empire of the Fallen
2016
4
The Ascendancy War
2016
The Art of War Trilogy Books
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
Reclamation
2015
2
The Ascendancy War
2016
3
Empire of the Fallen
2016
4
Hadan's Reach
2018
The Art of War Trilogy Books in Chronological Order