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The Norby series, written by Janet Asimov and published between 1983 and 1997, follows the adventures of Norby, a second-hand robot with unique abilities, and his human companion, Jeff Wells, a student at Space Academy. Set in a science fiction universe, the series centers on Norby and Jeff's efforts to thwart various threats, including the schemes of antagonists like Ing the Ingrate. Each book explores themes of friendship, problem-solving, and the challenges of navigating a futuristic world.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Norby, the Mixed-up Robot

    Norby, the Mixed-up Robot

    1983 · Isaac Asimov and Janet Asimov

    Jeff Wells, a student at Space Academy, and Norby, a second-hand robot with unique abilities, become entangled in the dangerous schemes of Ing the…

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  2. Norby's Other Secret

    1984 · Janet Asimov

    Norby's Other Secret is a 1984 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 2 of the series Norby.

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  3. Norby and the Lost Princess

    1985 · Janet Asimov

    Norby and the Lost Princess is a 1985 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 3 of the series Norby.

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  4. Norby and the Invaders

    1985 · Janet Asimov

    Norby and the Invaders is a 1985 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 4 of the series Norby.

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  5. Norby and the Queen's Necklace

    1986 · Janet Asimov

    Norby and the Queen's Necklace is a 1986 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 5 of the series Norby.

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  6. Norby Finds a Villain

    1987 · Janet Asimov

    Norby Finds a Villain is a 1987 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 6 of the series Norby.

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  7. Norby Down to Earth

    1989 · Janet Asimov

    Norby Down to Earth is a 1989 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 7 of the series Norby.

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  8. Norby and Yobo's Great Adventure

    1989 · Janet Asimov

    Norby and Yobo's Great Adventure is a 1989 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 8 of the series Norby.

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  9. Norby and the Oldest Dragon

    1990 · Janet Asimov

    Norby and the Oldest Dragon is a 1990 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 9 of the series Norby.

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  10. Norby and the Court Jester

    1991 · Janet Asimov

    Norby and the Court Jester is a 1991 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 10 of the series Norby.

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  11. Norby and the Terrified Taxi

    1997 · Janet Asimov

    Norby and the Terrified Taxi is a 1997 book by Janet Asimov. It is book 11 of the series Norby.

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Norby books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Norby, the Mixed-up Robot”. Start with “Norby, the Mixed-up Robot.”

How many books are in the Norby series?

We list 11 books by Janet Asimov , published between 1983–1997.

Where can I buy the Norby books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.