About Shelf & Shadows
We built Shelf & Shadows to solve a problem that every book lover faces: figuring out the right order to read a series.
Our Mission
Whether you're diving into a sprawling fantasy saga, following a detective through their cases, or exploring interconnected standalone novels, knowing the right reading order can make or break your experience. We believe that readers deserve a clear, comprehensive resource that eliminates confusion and helps them enjoy stories the way authors intended.
Why We Built This
Our team brings together a passion for reading with experience in building user-focused products. We've spent years conducting research, analyzing user needs, and developing solutions that actually solve real problems. When we noticed how fragmented and unreliable reading order information was across the internet, we knew we could do better.
What Makes Us Different
- Comprehensive Coverage: We maintain detailed information on thousands of book series across all genres, from contemporary bestsellers to classic literature.
- Multiple Reading Orders: Many series can be read in different ways. We provide publication order, chronological order, and any recommended reading orders, so you can choose what works best for you.
- Regular Updates: As new books are published, we keep our database current so you always have the latest information.
- Community-Driven: We listen to reader feedback and continuously improve based on what our community tells us they need.
Our Approach
We approach this project with the same rigor and attention to detail that goes into building any quality product. We validate information against multiple sources, conduct research to understand reader preferences, and iterate based on user feedback. Our goal is to create the most reliable and user-friendly reading order resource on the web.
Join Our Community
Whether you're just starting a new series or you're a completionist hunting down every book in a beloved saga, we're here to help. Follow us on social media, share your reading journey, and help us make this the best resource for book series readers everywhere.
Questions or suggestions? We'd love to hear from you. Visit our Contact Us page to get in touch.