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Warriors is a juvenile fantasy novel series by Erin Hunter, a pseudonym used by multiple authors and illustrators.[1] Warriors has been published since 21 January 2003, starting with Into the Wild.[1] The series encompasses multiple main sub-series, longer "Super Editions",[1] shorter novellas, original English-language manga, and graphic novel adaptations of the main sub-series. The books have received mixed reviews from various critics.

Main series

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Warriors: The Prophecies Begin (2003–2004)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1Into the WildKate CaryHarperCollins21 January 2003978-0-06-000002-8
2Fire and IceKate CaryHarperCollins1 June 2003978-0-06-052559-0
3Forest of SecretsCherith BaldryHarperCollins14 October 2003978-0-06-052561-3
4Rising StormKate CaryHarperCollins6 January 2004978-0-06-052563-7
5A Dangerous PathCherith BaldryHarperCollins1 June 2004978-0-06-052565-1
6The Darkest HourCherith BaldryHarperCollins1 October 2004978-0-06-000007-3

Warriors: The New Prophecy (2005–2006)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1MidnightCherith BaldryHarperCollins10 May 2005978-0-06-074451-9
2MoonriseCherith BaldryHarperCollins2 August 2005978-0-06-074452-6
3DawnKate CaryHarperCollins27 December 2005978-0-06-074457-1
4StarlightCherith BaldryHarperCollins4 April 2006978-0-06-082762-5
5TwilightCherith BaldryHarperCollins22 August 2006978-0-06-082764-9
6SunsetCherith BaldryHarperCollins26 December 2006978-0-06-082769-4

Warriors: Power of Three (2007–2009)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1The SightKate CaryHarperCollins24 April 2007978-0-06-089201-2
2Dark RiverKate CaryHarperCollins26 December 2007978-0-06-089205-0
3OutcastCherith BaldryHarperCollins22 April 2008978-0-06-089208-1
4EclipseKate CaryHarperCollins2 September 2008978-0-06-236711-2
5Long ShadowsCherith BaldryHarperCollins25 November 2008978-0-06-089214-2
6SunriseCherith BaldryHarperCollins21 April 2009978-0-06-089217-3

Warriors: Omen of the Stars (2009–2012)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1The Fourth ApprenticeCherith BaldryHarperCollins24 November 2009978-0-06-155509-1
2Fading EchoesKate CaryHarperCollins6 April 2010978-0-06-155514-5
3Night WhispersKate CaryHarperCollins23 November 2010978-0-06-238260-3
4Sign of the MoonCherith BaldryHarperCollins5 April 2011978-0-06-155518-3
5The Forgotten WarriorCherith BaldryHarperCollins22 November 2011978-0-06-238262-7
6The Last HopeKate CaryHarperCollins3 April 2012978-0-06-155527-5

Warriors: Dawn of the Clans (2013–2015)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1The Sun TrailCherith BaldryHarperCollins5 March 2013978-0-06-241000-9
2Thunder RisingCherith BaldryHarperCollins5 November 2013978-0-06-206350-2
3The First BattleKate CaryHarperCollins8 April 2014978-0-06-206353-3
4The Blazing StarCherith BaldryHarperCollins4 November 2014978-0-06-206358-8
5A Forest DividedKate CaryHarperCollins7 April 2015978-0-06-241005-4
6Path of StarsKate CaryHarperCollins1 September 2015978-0-06-206366-3

Warriors: A Vision of Shadows (2016–2018)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1The Apprentice's QuestCherith BaldryHarperCollins15 March 2016978-0-06-238637-3
2Thunder and ShadowKate CaryHarperCollins6 September 2016978-0-06-238641-0
3Shattered SkyCherith BaldryHarperCollins11 April 2017978-0-06-238647-2
4Darkest NightKate CaryHarperCollins7 November 2017978-0-06-238651-9
5River of FireCherith BaldryHarperCollins10 April 2018978-0-06-238655-7
6The Raging StormKate CaryHarperCollins6 November 2018978-0-06-238659-5

Warriors: The Broken Code (2019–2021)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1Lost StarsCherith BaldryHarperCollins9 April 2019978-0-06-282352-6
2The Silent ThawKate CaryHarperCollins29 October 2019978-0-06-282358-8
3Veil of ShadowsCherith BaldryHarperCollins7 April 2020978-0-06-282369-4
4Darkness WithinKate CaryHarperCollins10 November 2020978-0-06-282372-4
5The Place of No StarsCherith BaldryHarperCollins6 April 2021978-0-06-282376-2
6A Light in the MistKate CaryHarperCollins9 November 2021978-0-06-282388-5

Warriors: A Starless Clan (2022–2024)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1RiverCherith BaldryHarperCollins5 April 2022978-0-06-305008-2
2SkyKate CaryHarperCollins1 November 2022978-0-06-305015-0
3ShadowCherith BaldryHarperCollins4 April 2023978-0-06-305021-1
4ThunderKate CaryHarperCollins7 November 2023978-0-06-305027-3
5WindCherith BaldryHarperCollins2 April 2024978-0-06-305033-4
6StarKate CaryHarperCollins5 November 2024978-0-06-305039-6

Warriors: Changing Skies (2025–)

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No.Novel titleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1The Elders' QuestCherith BaldryHarperCollins7 January 2025978-0-06-335706-8
2Hidden MoonClarissa HuttonHarperCollins4 November 2025978-0-06-335711-2
3Chasing ShadowsCherith BaldryHarperCollins31 March 2026978-0-06-335716-7
4Guiding LightRosie BestHarperCollins6 October 2026978-0-06-335721-1
5False DawnCherith BaldryHarperCollins30 March 2027
6TBATBAHarperCollinsTBA

Standalones

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Super Editions

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A reviewer for The Mary Sue described Bluestar's Prophecy as "incredibly tragic", and called Bluestar one of her favorite characters.[2] She ranked SkyClan's Destiny, Bluestar's Prophecy, and Firestar's Quest as the tenth, ninth and eighth best Warriors books, respectively.[2]

No.Super EditionAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1Firestar's QuestCherith BaldryHarperCollins21 August 2007978-0-06-113164-6
2Bluestar's ProphecyKate CaryHarperCollins28 July 2009978-0-06-158250-9
3SkyClan's DestinyCherith BaldryHarperCollins3 August 2010978-0-06-169996-2
4Crookedstar's PromiseKate CaryHarperCollins5 July 2011978-0-06-198099-2
5Yellowfang's SecretCherith BaldryHarperCollins9 October 2012978-0-06-208216-9
6Tallstar's RevengeKate CaryHarperCollins2 July 2013978-0-06-221806-3
7Bramblestar's StormCherith Baldry, Dan JolleyHarperCollins26 August 2014978-0-06-229145-5
8Moth Flight's VisionKate CaryHarperCollins3 November 2015978-0-06-229147-9
9Hawkwing's JourneyCherith BaldryHarperCollins1 November 2016978-0-06-246769-0
10Tigerheart's ShadowKate CaryHarperCollins5 September 2017978-0-06-246772-0
11Crowfeather's TrialCherith BaldryHarperCollins4 September 2018978-0-06-269878-0
12Squirrelflight's HopeKate CaryHarperCollins3 September 2019978-0-06-269882-7
13Graystripe's VowCherith BaldryHarperCollins1 September 2020978-0-06-296302-4
14Leopardstar's HonorKate CaryHarperCollins7 September 2021978-0-06-296306-2
15Onestar's ConfessionCherith BaldryHarperCollins6 September 2022978-0-06-305045-7
16Riverstar's HomeKate CaryHarperCollins5 September 2023978-0-06-305051-8
17Ivypool's HeartCherith BaldryHarperCollins3 September 2024978-0-06-335736-5
18StormClan's FollyConrad MasonHarperCollins26 August 2025978-0-06-335741-9
19Darktail's JudgmentClarissa HuttonHarperCollins8 September 2026978-0-06-3459-861
20TBAConrad MasonHarperCollinsTBA

Original English-language manga

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Kirkus Reviews has both praised and criticised the manga. A review of Winds of Change wrote that while the illustrations "give a visual boost for tracking the large cast of characters", the sheer number of characters and series-specific vocabulary could make unfamiliar readers feel "lost".[3] A review of Exile from ShadowClan called it "amazing" and praised the "satisfying ending".[4] However, A Thief in ThunderClan was described as "lackluster", with a "sagging resolution" and a mystery resolved too hastily.[5] School Library Journal wrote that illustrator James L. Barry "has a real knack for drawing cats",[6] but also called the illustrations "a bit basic".[7] Lisa Goldstein, writing for School Library Journal, described that illustrations in The Rise of Sourge are "more detailed than typical manga drawings and effectively bring out the cats' personalities and characters"; she concluded that due to the violence, it is "not a cuddly animal tale".[8] A Clan in Need and SkyClan and the Stranger have both been New York Times Manga Best Sellers in 2009, 2010, and 2011.[9][10][11]

No.TitleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1Graystripe's AdventureDan Jolley (author), James L. Barry (illustrator)HarperCollins and Tokyopop6 October 2009, 8 August 2017 (colored)978-0-06-178228-2
1, part 1The Lost WarriorN/AN/A24 April 2007978-0-06-124020-1
1, part 2Warrior's RefugeN/AN/A26 December 2007978-0-06-125231-0
1, part 3Warrior's ReturnN/AN/A22 April 2008978-0-06-125233-4
2The Rise of ScourgeDan Jolley (author), Bettina M. Kurkoski and Danielle Weires (illustrators)HarperCollins and Tokyopop24 June 2008, 12 March 2024 (colored)978-0-06-335174-5
3Tigerstar and SashaDan Jolley (author), Don Hudson (illustrator)HarperCollins and Tokyopop8 July 2025 (colored)978-0-06-335176-9
3, part 1Into the WoodsN/AN/A2 September 2008978-0-06-154792-8
3, part 2Escape from the ForestN/AN/A23 December 2008978-0-06-154793-5
3, part 3Return to the ClansN/AN/A9 June 2009978-0-06-154794-2
4Ravenpaw's PathDan Jolley (author), James L. Barry (illustrator)HarperCollins and Tokyopop26 June 2018 (colored)978-0-06-274824-9
4, part 1Shattered PeaceN/AN/A24 November 2009978-0-06-168865-2
4, part 2A Clan in NeedN/AN/A23 March 2010978-0-06-168866-9
4, part 3The Heart of a WarriorN/AN/A3 August 2010978-0-06-168867-6
5SkyClan and the StrangerDan Jolley (author), James L. Barry (illustrator)HarperCollins and Tokyopop28 May 2019 (colored)978-0-06-285737-8
5, part 1The RescueN/AN/A5 July 2011978-0-06-200836-7
5, part 2Beyond the CodeN/AN/A22 November 2011978-0-06-200837-4
5, part 3After the FloodN/AN/A3 April 2012978-0-06-200838-1
6A Shadow in RiverClanDan Jolley (author), James L. Barry (illustrator)HarperAlley2 June 2020978-0-06-294665-2
7Winds of ChangeDan Jolley (author), James L. Barry (illustrator)HarperAlley1 June 2021978-0-06-304324-4
8Exile from ShadowClanDan Jolley (author), James L. Barry (illustrator)HarperAlley7 June 2022978-0-06-304327-5
9A Thief in ThunderClanDan Jolley (author), James L. Barry (illustrator)HarperAlley6 June 2023978-0-06-324022-3

Graphic novels

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The graphic novel adaptations of The Prophecies Begin have received both praise and criticism from Kirkus Reviews. A review of Volume 1 wrote that the "vivid colors, dramatic action sequences, and appealingly expressive feline faces will grab readers' attention".[12] A review of Volume 2 criticised the difficulty of visually recognising characters, "particularly since the illustrators admit to adding a few extras".[13] A review of Volume 3 described that "the visual format suits the violent, dramatic storyline".[14] School Library Journal stated that the "unique and vibrant colors" would surely "help bring these stories to a new audience".[15]

No.The Prophecies BeginIllustratorsPublisherDateISBN
1Volume 1Natalie Riess, Sara GoetterHarperAlley16 July 2024978-0-06-320388-4
2Volume 2Natalie Riess, Sara GoetterHarperAlley8 April 2025978-0-06-320391-4
3Volume 3Natalie Riess, Sara GoetterHarperAlley30 September 2025978-0-06-320394-5
No.The New ProphecyIllustratorsPublisherDateISBN
1Volume 1Gibson Twist, Sammy SavosHarperAlley30 June 2026978-0-06-3450-905
2Volume 2Gibson Twist, Sammy SavosHarperAlleyMarch 2027
3Volume 3Gibson Twist, Sammy SavosHarperAlleyTBA

Novellas

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No.NovellaAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1The Untold StoriesVictoria HolmesHarperCollins2 July 2013[a]978-0-06-223292-2
2Tales from the ClansVictoria HolmesHarperCollins4 November 2014[a]978-0-06-229085-4
3Shadows of the ClansVictoria HolmesHarperCollins26 January 2016[a]978-0-06-234332-1
4Legends of the ClansVictoria HolmesHarperCollins11 April 2017[a]978-0-06-256087-2
5Path of a WarriorClarissa HuttonHarperCollins9 April 2019978-0-06-279884-8
6A Warrior's SpiritCherith Baldry, Clarissa HuttonHarperCollins7 April 2020978-0-06-285741-5
7A Warrior's ChoiceClarissa Hutton, Cherith BaldryHarperCollins6 April 2021978-0-06-285743-9

Short stories and plays

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TitleAuthorTypeDate
After Sunset: We Need to Talk[16]Victoria HolmesPlayApril/May 2007[17][unreliable source?]
Spottedleaf's Honest AnswerErin HunterShort story2008[18][unreliable source?]
Beyond the Code: Brightspirit's MercyCherith BaldryPlay2009[19]
The Clans DecideVictoria HolmesShort story2009[20][unreliable source?]
After Sunset: The Right Choice?Victoria HolmesShort story30 June 2011[21]
The Elders' ConcernVictoria HolmesShort story30 June 2011[21]
A Fear of FireVictoria Holmes[22]Short story15 December 2021
The Death of Bright Stream[23][unreliable source?]Erin HunterShort storyUnknown

Field guides

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No.TitleAuthorPublisherDateISBN
1Secrets of the ClansTui T. SutherlandHarperCollins29 May 2007978-0-06-123903-8
2Cats of the ClansVictoria HolmesHarperCollins24 June 2008978-0-06-145856-9
3Code of the ClansVictoria HolmesHarperCollins9 June 2009978-0-06-166009-2
4Battles of the ClansVictoria HolmesHarperCollins1 June 2010978-0-06-170230-3
5Enter the ClansTui T. Sutherland, Victoria HolmesHarperCollins26 June 2012978-0-06-210239-3
6Warriors: The Ultimate GuideVictoria HolmesHarperCollins5 November 2013978-0-06-224533-5
7The Warriors GuideErin HunterHarperCollins31 August 2012978-1-43-513206-1
8The Ultimate Guide: Updated and ExpandedVictoria Holmes, Clarissa HuttonHarperCollins31 October 2023978-0-06-314396-8

See also

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Footnotes

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  1. ^ a b c d The novellas from The Untold Stories to Legends of the Clans were originally published as e-books before being published in physical bind-ups.[‡ 1][‡ 2]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Fimm, Sarah (31 January 2024). "Calling All Warrior Cats! Here Are All the 'Warriors' Books in Order". The Mary Sue. Archived from the original on 16 November 2025. Retrieved 22 March 2026.
  2. ^ a b Tolleson, Rachel (31 January 2025). "10 best 'Warrior Cats' books, ranked". The Mary Sue. Archived from the original on 1 February 2026. Retrieved 22 March 2026.
  3. ^ "WARRIORS: Winds of Change". Kirkus Reviews. 89 (9). 1 May 2021. ISSN 1948-7428.
  4. ^ "EXILE FROM SHADOWCLAN". Kirkus Reviews. 90 (7). 1 April 2022. ISSN 1948-7428.
  5. ^ "A THIEF IN THUNDERCLAN". Kirkus Reviews. 1 May 2023. ISSN 1948-7428.
  6. ^ Alverson, Brigid (April 2020). "WHOLE LOTTA CATS". School Library Journal. 66 (4). ISSN 0362-8930 – via Literary Reference Plus.
  7. ^ Smith, Sara (13 May 2025). "8 Manga Fiction Series with Emotion, Drama, and All the Feels". School Library Journal.
  8. ^ Goldstein, Lisa (March 2009). "The Rise of Scourge". School Library Journal. 55 (3). ISSN 0362-8930.
  9. ^ "Manga Books - Best Sellers - Books - Dec. 13, 2009". The New York Times. Retrieved 1 April 2026.
  10. ^ "Manga Books - Best Sellers - Books - April 11, 2010". The New York Times. Retrieved 1 April 2026.
  11. ^ "Manga Books - Best Sellers - Books - July 24, 2011". The New York Times. Retrieved 1 April 2026.
  12. ^ "Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin". Kirkus Reviews. 92 (10). 15 May 2024. ISSN 1948-7428. Archived from the original on 7 February 2026. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
  13. ^ "Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #2". Kirkus Reviews. 93 (4): 107–108. 15 February 2025. ISSN 1948-7428. Archived from the original on 5 February 2026. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
  14. ^ "Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #3". Kirkus Reviews. 93 (19): 92–93. 1 October 2025. ISSN 1948-7428. Archived from the original on 7 February 2026. Retrieved 31 January 2026.
  15. ^ Fisher, Adam (May 2025). "Latest and Greatest: Graphic Novels". School Library Journal. 71 (5). ISSN 0362-8930 – via Academic Search Complete.
  16. ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20130615094425/http://warriorcats.com/games-and-extras/extras/plays
  17. ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20080513054209mp_/http://www.warriorswish.net/books/script.html
  18. ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20181010135020/http://www.silverpelt.co.uk/ShortStories/SpottedleafsHonestAnswer.pdf
  19. ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20090206034253/http://www.warriorcats.com/data/downloads/brightspirit.pdf
  20. ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20201028212002/http://www.silverpelt.co.uk/ShortStories/TheClanDecides.pdf
  21. ^ a b https://web.archive.org/web/20110708131823/http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/warriors/id445901682?mt=8
  22. ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20241129122636/https://warriorcats.com/content/article/new-exclusive-warrior-cats-chapter-by-author-vicky-holmes
  23. ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20210501042647/http://www.silverpelt.co.uk/ShortStories/THE%20DEATH%20OF%20BRIGHT%20STREAM.pdf

Primary sources

In the text, these references are preceded by a double dagger (‡):

  1. ^ "Warriors: The Untold Stories". HarperCollins. Retrieved 24 March 2026.
  2. ^ "Warriors: Legends of the Clans". HarperCollins. Retrieved 24 March 2026.