Books in Order: A Comprehensive Guide to Ernest Cline's Novels

Who is Ernest Cline?

Ernest Cline is an unrivalled talent, standing tall among American authors known for his riveting science fiction novels and insightful non-fiction pieces. Going beyond his penchant for the pen, Cline exudes creativity as a spoken-word artist and screenwriter. His debut stroke of genius, Ready Player One was snatched up by Random House’s Crown Publishing Group in June 2010. This masterpiece soon caught the attention of Warner Bros., culminating in a film adaptation under the esteemed direction of Steven Spielberg. Ernest Cline’s second novel, Armada, followed in its predecessor’s cinematic footsteps, scoring a film adaptation by Universal Pictures. A self-confessed “full-time geek”, Cline resides in Austin, Texas, alongside his family, a possibly air-worthy DeLorean, and an impressive trove of vintage video games.

Ernest Cline had his literary inauguration in 2006 with his non-fiction work, The Importance of Being Ernest. His unyielding dedication to writing ushered in a transition to novels, debuting with Ready Player One in 2011. The novel didn’t just put him on the map, it catapulted him into the limelight with New York Times and USA Today bestseller fame. Here’s a brief overview of Ernest Cline’s books in order from their original release dates:

Publication Order of Ready Player One Books