Schooled in Magic Books in Order
How to Read the Schooled in Magic series
Standalone stories, but characters and relationships develop across the series.
Publication order gives the best experience with the Schooled in Magic series. Each book has a complete central plot focused on a distinct magical challenge or threat. Character relationships and ongoing developments carry across the series. Readers miss important context for Emily’s growth, her friendships, and the escalating political situation if they read out of order.
About the Schooled in Magic series
Series Premise
The Schooled in Magic series follows Emily as she attends a prestigious school for magicians and becomes entangled in the conflicts of a fantasy world. The books combine school-based adventures with larger threats involving ancient prophecies and warring nations.
Main Characters
Emily serves as the central protagonist, a resourceful and independent young magician from Earth. She is supported by friends and mentors at Whitehall, including her mentor Lady Barb and various classmates whose roles evolve throughout the series.
Setting
The series is set in the Nameless World, a medieval-inspired fantasy realm featuring the elite Whitehall School and various kingdoms with complex political dynamics.
Tone & Themes
The tone is adventurous and thoughtful with strong character focus. Central themes include adapting to a new world, the responsible use of power, friendship and loyalty, and challenging corrupt systems.
Is This Series Worth Reading?
This series appeals to readers who enjoy magical school stories, strong female protagonists, and fantasy with political intrigue and personal growth.
Content Warnings and Heat Level
Contains moderate violence and peril; suitable for young adult and adult readers.
The Schooled in Magic series delivers engaging magical school adventures within a continuing character-driven storyline. Following publication order allows readers to fully experience Emily’s development and the larger world events. The blend of magic, friendship, and intrigue creates a compelling fantasy series.
FAQ
31 books total: 29 main + 2 extra stories
No new book in the series is currently scheduled. The latest book, Hour of the Wolf, was published in April 2026.
Hour of the Wolf was published in April 2026.
The first book in the series is Lessons in Etiquette, published in May 2014.
The series primarily falls into the Fantasy genre.
It’s best to read the series in order. Each book has its own story, but ongoing character arcs and relationships develop across the series.
The Schooled in Magic series follows Emily as she attends a prestigious school for magicians and becomes entangled in the conflicts of a fantasy world. The books combine school-based adventures with larger threats involving ancient prophecies and warring nations.
The series does not currently have a new book scheduled.