Deerheart
novel · First published 2026
Author guide
Eoin Colfer Books in Order
Eoin Colfer is an Irish author born in Wexford in 1965. A former primary-school teacher, he became a full-time writer after the international success of Artemis Fowl. His work spans children's fantasy and science fiction, middle-grade fiction, adult crime and fantasy novels, picture books, graphic novels, collaborative fiction, and plays. He served as Ireland's Children's Laureate and has also written And Another Thing..., an authorized continuation of Douglas Adams's Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series.
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Artemis Fowl
The flagship series and the clearest entry point to Colfer's fantasy fiction.
Benny and Omar
His debut novel and the beginning of the Benny Shaw series.
The Wish List
A celebrated standalone middle-grade fantasy novel.
Highfire
A standalone adult fantasy novel showing Colfer's range beyond children's fiction.
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Books by series
early-reader series · complete
O'Brien Flyers
An early-reader series by several authors, including three volumes contributed by Eoin Colfer.
- 1 Going Potty
Book 1 · early-reader · 1999
- 2 Ed's Funny Feet
Book 4 · early-reader · 2000
- 3 Ed's Bed
Book 7 · early-reader · 2001
children's novel series · complete
Benny Shaw
The comic adventures of Benny Shaw and his friends in Ireland and Tunisia.
- 1 Benny and Omar
Book 1 · novel · 1998
"In my old school, we had fighting, no pool and there'd be vicious matches against the other schools . . . I miss all that stuff!"Moving to Africa is the worst thing that has ever happened to Benny Shaw. No one plays hurling (the best…
- 2 Benny and Babe
Book 2 · novel · 1999
Benny glowered at her. Babe by name, but most certainly not by nature.A summer in the Irish countryside is notBenny Shaw's idea of a good time. Especially since the people of Duncade don't appreciate him as the sporting prodigy that he…
children's fiction series · complete
The Legends
A humorous children's fiction series centered on Will and his family.
- 1 The Legend of Spud Murphy
Book 1 · novel · 2004
When their mother starts dropping them off at the library several afternoons a week, nine-year-old William and his brother dread boredom and the overbearing librarian, but they are surprised at how things turn out.
- 2 The Legend of Captain Crow's Teeth
Book 2 · novel · 2006
When Will hears the legend of Captain Crow's Teeth from his prank-loving older brother, the nine-year-old fears he will be the bloodthirsty pirate's next victim.
- 3 The Legend of the Worst Boy in the World
Book 3 · novel · 2008
Will is desperate to win the Giant Jelly Baby competition and be named 'the best boy in the world'. But his big brother Marty always beats him to it. Then one day Will's wish comes true – he's the best boy in the world at last! Marty is…
fantasy novel series · complete
Artemis Fowl
The main eight-book fantasy series about teenage criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl and the fairy world.
- 1 Artemis Fowl
Book 1 · novel · 2001
When a twelve-year-old evil genius tries to restore his family fortune by capturing a fairy and demanding a ransom in gold, the fairies fight back with magic, technology, and a particularly nasty troll.
- 2 Artemis Fowl and the Arctic Incident
Book 2 · novel · 2002
- 3 Artemis Fowl and the Eternity Code
Book 3 · novel · 2003
- 4 The Seventh Dwarf
Book 3.5 · novella · 2004 Optional
Mulch Diggums, a dwarf on the run from the Lower Elements Police, is trying to get his hands on the priceless Fei Fei tiara. But stealing it seems too easy. That's because it is too easy. Artemis Fowl, the legendary 12-year-old criminal…
- 5 The Artemis Fowl Files
Book companion · short-story-collection · 2004 Optional
Two original short stories, plus puzzles, interviews with characters, and other writings that unlock secrets of the Artemis Fowl books, which feature a twelve-year-old evil genius and his dealings with fairies and other magical beings.
- 6 Artemis Fowl and the Opal Deception
Book 4 · novel · 2005
This title is optimised for colour devices. Evil pixie, Opal Koboi, is back and she's more dangerous than ever. This time she doesn't just want power over the fairy People - this time she wants the humans too. Captain Holly Short is the…
- 7 Artemis Fowl and the Lost Colony
Book 5 · novel · 2006
- 8 Artemis Fowl and the Time Paradox
Book 6 · novel · 2008
Teenage criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl has a new mission - and this time, it's personal. Artemis's mother is dangerously ill, and the only way to find a cure is for Artemis - with Holly Short by his side - to go back in time to battle…
- 9 Artemis Fowl and the Atlantis Complex
Book 7 · novel · 2010
- 10 Artemis Fowl and the Last Guardian
Book 8 · novel · 2012
graphic novel series · complete
Artemis Fowl Graphic Novels
Graphic-novel adaptations of the first four Artemis Fowl novels, adapted by Eoin Colfer and Andrew Donkin and illustrated by Giovanni Rigano.
- 1 Artemis Fowl: The Graphic Novel
Book 1 · graphic-novel · 2014
In 2001, audiences first met and fell in love with a twelve-year-old criminal mastermind named Artemis Fowl. Since then, the series has sold over seven million copies in the United States alone. Now, this phenomenally successful series is…
- 2 The Arctic Incident: The Graphic Novel
Book 2 · graphic-novel · 2014
Since the release of Artemis Fowl in 2001, Eoin Colfer’s blockbuster series has sold more than eight million copies in the United States alone. Now, in this second graphic novel installment of the series, fans can follow along as the…
- 3 The Eternity Code: The Graphic Novel
Book 3 · graphic-novel · 2014
Artemis Fowl is going straight...as soon as he pulls off the most brilliant criminal feat of his career. But his last job plan goes awry, leaving his loyal bodyguard, Butler, mortally injured. Artemis's only hope of saving his friend is…
- 4 The Opal Deception: The Graphic Novel
Book 4 · graphic-novel · 2014
After his last run-in with the fairies, Artemis Fowl's mind was wiped of memories of the world below ground and any goodness grudgingly learned is now gone with the young genius reverting to his criminal lifestyle. Artemis Fowl's mind was…
fantasy novel series · complete
The Fowl Twins
A sequel series following Artemis Fowl's younger twin brothers, Myles and Beckett.
- 1 The Fowl Twins
Book 1 · novel · 2019
Criminal genius runs in the family...Myles and Beckett Fowl are twins but the two boys are wildly different. Beckett is blonde, messy and sulks whenever he has to wear clothes. Myles is impeccably neat, has an IQ of 170, and 3D prints a…
- 2 The Fowl Twins Deny All Charges
Book 2 · novel · 2020
- 3 The Fowl Twins Get What They Deserve
Book 3 · novel · 2021
science fiction novel series · complete
W.A.R.P.
A time-travel adventure series featuring Victorian apprentice magician Riley and FBI agent Chevie Savano.
- 1 W.A.R.P.: The Reluctant Assassin
Book 1 · novel · 2013
- 2 W.A.R.P.: The Hangman's Revolution
Book 2 · novel · 2014
- 3 W.A.R.P.: The Forever Man
Book 3 · novel · 2015
crime novel series · complete
Dan McEvoy
A crime series featuring Irish bouncer and former soldier Dan McEvoy.
- 1 Plugged
Book 1 · novel · 2011
Daniel McEvoy is a scarred ex-Irish Army sergeant who is now the bouncer at Slotz, a seedy small-time casino - and he has a problem. His favorite hostess and love interest, Connie, was murdered in the parking lot behind the club. And Zeb,…
- 2 Screwed
Book 2 · novel · 2013
When Irish bouncer Dan McEvoy's step-gran shows up on the hunt for his dishevelled aunt Evelyn, it quickly becomes clear that -- despite the New Jersey mob -- family can provide the deadliest threat of all. In a city of gun-happy…
children's fantasy series · active
Juniper Lane
A middle-grade fantasy series about Juniper Lane, Santa's magic, and her reindeer companion.
- 1 Juniper's Christmas
Book 1 · novel · 2023
A brand-new Christmas classic adventure about the science behind the magic of Christmas, set in North London and the North Pole - from the bestselling author of Artemis Fowl A New York Times Bestseller IT ALL STARTED IN CHRISTMAS PAST ...…
- 2 Guardians of Cedar Wood
Book 2 · novel · 2025
Outside the series
Bibliography by category
Novels (13)
- The Wish List
novel · 2000
Meg Finn is in trouble-unearthly trouble. Cast out of her home by her stepfather after her mother's death, Meg is a wanderer, a troublemaker. But after her latest stunt, finding a place to sleep is the least of her worries. Belch, her…
- The Supernaturalist
novel · 2004
In futuristic Satellite City, fourteen-year-old Cosmo Hill escapes from his abusive orphanage and teams up with three other people who share his unusual ability to see supernatural creatures, and together they determine the nature and…
- Half Moon Investigations
novel · 2006
Fletcher Moon has never been like other kids. For one thing, he has had to suffer the humiliating nickname "Half Moon" because of his short stature. But the real reason Fletcher is different is that ever since he was a baby, he's had a…
- Airman
novel · 2008
Conor Broekhart was born to fly. Or more accurately, he was born flying. Little wonder he became what he became. In an age of discovery and invention, many dreamed of flying, but for Conor flight was more than just a dream, it was his…
- And Another Thing...
novel · 2009
And Another Thing... is the sixth novel in the increasingly inaccurately named Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy trilogy. Eight years after the death of its creator, Douglas Adams, widow Jane Belson sanctioned the project to be written by…
- Iron Man: The Gauntlet
novel · 2013
- A Big Hand for the Doctor
novella · 2013
- The Dog Who Lost His Bark
novel · 2018
A Parents Best Children's Book of 2019 A warm, uplifting story about a boy, his dog, and the healing power of music marks a first-time collaboration between two former Irish Children's Laureates, Eoin Colfer and P.J. Lynch. Patrick has…
- Illegal
graphic-novel · 2018
- Highfire
novel · 2020
From the New York Times bestselling author of the Artemis Fowl series comes a hilarious and high-octane adult novel about a vodka-drinking, Flashdance-loving dragon who lives an isolated life in the bayous of Louisiana--and the raucous…
- Global
graphic-novel · 2021
From New York Times bestselling author Eoin Colfer and the team behind the Artemis Fowl graphic novels and bestselling, acclaimed graphic novel Illegal comes a compelling and timely story that follows two courageous children as they face…
- Three Tasks for a Dragon
novel · 2023
With wit and gorgeous art, New York Times best-selling author Eoin Colfer and multi-award-winning illustrator P.J. Lynch team up again for a quest story of knights, dark magic, and a maiden with powers of her own. Studious Prince Lir is…
- Deerheart
novel · 2026
Children's books (3)
- Cloud Babies
picture-book · 2023
Eoin Colfer, New York Times best-selling author of the Artemis Fowl series, pens a warm, empathy-building story based on illustrator Chris Judge’s family’s experience with childhood illness. Six-year-old Erin’s favorite game is spotting…
- Imaginary Fred
picture-book · 2015
Did you know that sometimes, with a little electricity, or luck, or even magic, an imaginary friend might appear when you need one? An imaginary friend like Fred.
- Beanie the Bansheenie
picture-book · 2024
A best-selling author and an award-winning illustrator join forces in a long-form picture book that turns a familiar myth of Irish folklore into a universal story of love, perseverance, and friendship against all odds. Banshees are well…
Plays (6)
- The Lords of Love
play · 2010
- Holy Mary
play · 2011
- The Belle Bottoms
play · 2014
- Noël the Musical
play · 2016
- My Real Life
play · 2017
- The Comeback Vehicle
play · 2019
Collaborations (1)
- Click: Ten Voices, One Story
collaborative-novel · 2007
Frequently asked questions about Eoin Colfer
Who is Eoin Colfer?
Eoin Colfer is an Irish author best known for humorous fantasy and science fiction for young readers, especially the internationally bestselling Artemis Fowl series.
Where was Eoin Colfer born, and what did he do before becoming a full-time writer?
He was born in Wexford, Ireland, in 1965. After earning a degree from Dublin University, he worked as a primary-school teacher before the success of Artemis Fowl enabled him to write full-time.
What inspired Eoin Colfer to create Artemis Fowl?
Colfer drew on Wexford’s history and his father’s stories about a buried Viking settlement beneath the town. That idea evolved into the underground fairy civilization known as the Lower Elements in Artemis Fowl.
Was Eoin Colfer Ireland’s Children’s Laureate?
Yes. He served as Laureate na nÓg, Ireland’s Children’s Laureate, from 2014 to 2016.
What is Eoin Colfer’s literary legacy?
His legacy is closely associated with Artemis Fowl, a series that has sold more than 25 million copies, been translated into 40 languages, and been named the public’s favourite Puffin Classic of all time.