Brad Meltzer Books In Order

Brad Meltzer is a bestselling author known for his political thrillers, spy fiction, and non-fiction books including several series and standalone novels. He also writes graphic novels and picture books, short stories, and YA novels.

This page lists all the Brad Meltzer books in order, including his series, standalone novels, and other published works.

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Culper Ring Trilogy (Books in Order)

The Culper Ring trilogy is a political thriller series inspired by a real-life American spy network originally established by George Washington during the American Revolutionary War.

Publication Order

1. The Inner Circle, 2011
2. The Fifth Assassin, 2013
3. The President’s Shadow, 2015

Zig & Nola Series (Books in Order)

The Zig & Nola series, also called the Escape Artist series, is a modern thriller book series focused on espionage and government secrets.

Publication Order

1. The Escape Artist, 2018
2. The Lightning Rod, 2022
3. The Viper, 2026

The Conspiracy Series (Books in Order)

The Conspiracy series is a non-fiction book series that focuses on political plots and documented conspiracies from American and world history.

Publication Order

1. The First Conspiracy, 2019
2. The Lincoln Conspiracy, 2020
3. The Nazi Conspiracy, 2023

Graphic Novels

Brad Meltzer has also written graphic novels, including works set within the DC Comics universe.

Identity Crisis

• Identity Crisis, 2004
• Absolute Identity Crisis, 2004

Justice League of America Series

• Justice League of America, 2008 (collected edition)

Picture Books

Brad Meltzer has written several picture book series for younger readers.

Stories Change the World

• I Am Batman, 2022
• I Am Superman, 2022
• I Am Wonder Woman, 2023

Ordinary People Change the World

Short Stories

• Green Arrow: Archer’s Quest, 2003

Anthologies and Collections

This section lists anthologies and collections to which Brad Meltzer has contributed, including multi-author works.

• The Mighty Johns, 2002 (with David Baldacci, Anne Perry, Lawrence Block, Dennis Lehane)
• Heroes for My Son, 2010
• Suspense Magazine, January 2011, 2011 (with Jeffery Deaver, Stuart Woods
• Half-Minute Horrors, 2011
• Heroes for My Daughter, 2012
• The Mystery Box, 2013 (Mystery Writers of America Presents series)
• Suspense Magazine January 2013, 2013
• Last Night, a Superhero Saved My Life, 2016

Standalone Novels

• The Tenth Justice, 1997
• Dead Even, 1998
• The First Counsel, 2001
• Natural Suspect, 2001 (with John Lescroart, Lisa Scottoline, et al)
• The Millionaires, 2002
• The Zero Game, 2005
• The Book of Fate, 2006
• The Book of Lies, 2008
• The House of Secrets, 2016 (with Tod Goldberg)

Non-Fiction Books

• History Decoded: The 10 Greatest Conspiracies of All Time, 2013
• Make Magic: The Book of Inspiration You Didn’t Know You Needed, 2025

Brad Meltzer Biography

Brad Meltzer is an American author known for his political thrillers, non-fiction works, and contributions to comics and television.
Official website: bradmeltzer.com

Brad Meltzer was born on April 1, 1970 in Brooklyn, New York, and was raised in a family of lawyers.

After moving to Miami in South Florida, he attended North Miami Beach Senior High School from where he graduated in 1988. He then attended the University of Michigan, where he studied History and Political Science, earning a law degree from Columbia Law School in 1993.

While in college, he completed an internship on Capitol Hill in Washington, which influenced his later interest in political and historical themes. After graduating from college, Brad Meltzer moved to Washington, D.C., where he worked for a number of years as a lawyer, before turning his focus to writing.

He published his debut novel, The Tenth Justice, in 1997 which became a best-seller and launched his career as a published author and was followed by a series of political and legal thrillers. An earlier novel, Fraternity, written prior to his debut, was not published.

In addition to his thriller novels, Brad Meltzer has written non-fiction books focused on American history and civic themes, as well as books for young adults and children, including comic books, contributing to several major series, including Identity Crisis and Justice League of America.

Beyond publishing, Brad Meltzer has worked in television as a creator and host, some of which include the History Channel series Brad Meltzer’s Decoded and Lost History, as well as the television series Jack & Bobby, which aired from 2004 to 2005.

Brad Meltzer Books Adaptations and TV Works

Brad Meltzer has been involved in several television projects and adaptations based on his work.

• Jack & Bobby – Political drama television series co-created and produced by Brad Meltzer (2004–2005)
• Brad Meltzer’s Decoded – History Channel documentary series (2010–2012)
• Lost History – History Channel documentary series (2014)
• The Ordinary People Change the World picture book series, co-created with Chris Eliopoulos, was adapted into the animated television series Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum, which premiered in 2019.
• Xavier Riddle and the Secret Movie: I Am Madam President! – Animated television movie based on the book series (2020)
• Several of Meltzer’s novels have been optioned for film adaptation, including The Tenth Justice and The Zero Game, though no theatrical adaptations have been released to date.

Brad Meltzer Awards and Honors

Brad Meltzer has received multiple awards and nominations for his work across fiction, non-fiction, comics, and children’s books.

Awards

• The Book of Fate – Florida Book Award (2006)
• Justice League of America #11: “Walls” – Eisner Award for Best Single Issue/One-Shot (2008)
• International Thriller Writers – Silver Bullet Award (2009)
• Heroes for My Son – Florida Book Award (2010)
• Buffy the Vampire Slayer – GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comic Book (2011)
• The Fifth Assassin – Florida Book Award (Silver) (2013)
• I Am Jane Goodall – Nerdy Book Award (Nerdies) (2016)
• I Am Oprah Winfrey – Eisner Award for Best Publication for Early Readers (2022)

Nominations and Honors

• Identity Crisis – ALA Top Ten Great Graphic Novels for Teens (2007)
• The Fifth Assassin – Audie Award nomination for Thriller/Suspense (2014)
• I Am Jane Goodall – Washington Library Association OTTER Award nomination (2018)
• The First Conspiracy – Goodreads Choice Award nomination (2019)
• The First Conspiracy – Audie Award nomination for History/Biography (2020)
• The Lincoln Conspiracy– Goodreads Choice Award nomination (2020)
• The Lincoln Conspiracy – Audie Award nomination for History/Biography (2021)
• Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum – Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Preschool Animated Series (2022)
• The Nazi Conspiracy – Goodreads Choice Award nomination (2023)

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