Inkheart Books in Order
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The Inkheart series by Cornelia Funke consists of three books published between 2003 and 2007: Inkheart (2003), Inkspell (2005), and Inkdeath (2007). The series follows Meggie Folchart, a teenager whose life changes after discovering that she and her father, Mo, a bookbinder, can bring fictional characters to life by reading aloud from books. The ability is tied to the magic of words and literature, allowing characters from stories to cross into the real world. The narrative is set primarily in Northern Italy and within the fictional world of the book Inkheart. The story centers on Meggie and Mo as they navigate the dangers of a world where literature and reality intersect. The series explores the consequences of this power, focusing on the relationship between storytelling and reality, the responsibilities tied to reading, and the impact of fictional narratives on the real world.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon2003 · Cornelia Funke
A 2003 novel by Cornelia Funke (German: "Wenn Bucher lebendig werden..."). On a stormy night, an eerie visitor warns Mo about a man named Capricorn;…
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Buy on Amazon2005 · Cornelia Funke
Inkspell (2020 Reissue) is a 2005 novel by Cornelia Funke. Dustfinger finds a Silvertongue named Orpheus to read him back into Inkworld. Farid,…
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Buy on Amazon2007 · Cornelia Funke
Mo, also known as The Bluejay, attempts to aid Dustfinger in the realm of the dead, where he is confronted by Death. Death demands that Mo surrender…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Inkheart series books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Tintenherz”. Start with “Tintenherz.”
How many books are in the Inkheart series series?
We list 3 books by Cornelia Funke , published between 2003–2007.
Where can I buy the Inkheart series books?
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