Direct answer: how many Acotar books are published
As of now, there are four published books in the Acotar series by New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas. The series includes A Court of Thorns and Roses (completed in three volumes), the spin-off series Throne of Glass (completed in eight volumes), and the ongoing series Empire of Storms, which continues the world and characters. Below we explain each in detail, clarify common confusion with related series, and provide a quick reference table for release dates and book counts.
What is the Acotar shared universe
Acotar is Sarah J. Maas’s shared fictional universe that connects several series, most notably A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), Throne of Glass, and the newer Empire of Storms. While each series has its own central cast and timeline, they inhabit the same world and occasionally intersect. Understanding this structure helps clarify why book counts vary depending on which series you are referencing.
Key series within Acotar
- A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR): a trilogy originally concluding with three published books.
- Throne of Glass (ToG): a concluded series of eight main books plus additional novellas and companion material.
- Empire of Storms (EoS): the active continuation of the Acotar world, published in multiple volumes.
Book-by-book breakdown of the main ACOTAR series
The core ACOTAR series is often what readers first encounter. It began as a duology and later expanded into a trilogy. Each book advances the central romance and world-building, and the series is now complete with no announced new main entries in development.
| Book title | Year published | Position in ACOTAR trilogy |
|---|---|---|
| A Court of Thorns and Roses | 2015 | Book 1 |
| A Court of Mist and Fury | 2016 | Book 2 |
| A Court of Wings and Ruin | 2018 | Book 3 |
Commonly asked questions about series counts
Because the world of Acotar spans multiple series, readers often confuse total book numbers. The number you are asking about depends on whether you mean only the core ACOTAR trilogy, the broader Throne of Glass saga, or the entire shared universe that includes newer releases.
Should I include novellas and companion books in the count
Novellas and companion books expand the lore but are not always counted as full main-series entries. Examples include "The Wicked King" and "The Wonderling," which provide additional perspectives but do not replace the core narrative arcs. When people ask how many Acotar books there are, they typically refer to main novels, not supplemental material.
Throne of Glass comparison and continuity
The Throne of Glass series is frequently associated with Acotar because it inhabits the same world and timeline, albeit from an earlier era. It consists of eight main books, concluding well before the events of A Court of Thorns and Roses. Readers who finish ACOTAR often continue into Throne of Glass to explore the origins of the world and characters.
| Series | Number of main books | Status |
|---|---|---|
| ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses) | 3 | Completed |
| Throne of Glass | 8 | Completed |
| Empire of Storms | Multiple volumes (ongoing announced releases) | In progress, with published volumes |
Empire of Storms and current releases
Empire of Storms extends the Acotar universe with new perspectives and long-form storytelling. Several volumes have already been released, and announcements regarding future releases are managed by the publisher. This series demonstrates how the Acotar world continues to grow beyond the original trilogy without replacing it.
How to track new releases and avoid confusion
Because the Acotar universe spans multiple series and formats, it helps to rely on official publisher announcements and the author’s verified channels. When in doubt, refer to the primary series you intend to read and treat companion books as optional enrichment rather than required reading for main continuity.