Frequently Asked Questions
Reading order, genres, release dates, and where to find the books — the short answers, all in one place.
What genre does M.A. Kirkeby write?
M.A. Kirkeby writes across several connected genres: epic and mythic fantasy (The Hearthborn Saga), urban and wild-magic fantasy (Wild Magic USA), supernatural satire (The Adventures of Odin and Jesus), and psychological science fiction (The Mercy Engine).
What order should I read The Hearthborn Saga in?
Start with A Father Among Gods, Book One of The Hearthborn Saga.
What order should I read the Wild Magic USA series in?
Start with Salt Dogs, Book One of Wild Magic USA.
What order should I read The Adventures of Odin and Jesus in?
Start with Odin and Jesus: Sin City, Book One of The Adventures of Odin and Jesus.
Are M.A. Kirkeby's series connected, or can I start anywhere?
Each series stands on its own, with its own characters and setting. The Hearthborn Saga, Wild Magic USA, The Adventures of Odin and Jesus, and Black Flag Salvage and Security are separate worlds, so you can start with whichever series interests you most.
When does The Mercy Engine come out?
The Mercy Engine, a standalone psychological science fiction novel, is currently in development. Wild Magic USA is the current active project with several more books planned, followed by Bjornstrand. Join the Reader List for release updates.
Where can I buy M.A. Kirkeby's books?
Currently available titles are sold on Amazon. Each book page links directly to its Amazon listing, or browse everything at once on the M.A. Kirkeby Amazon Author Page.
How do I get notified about new releases?
Join the Reader List for new release announcements, series updates, and dispatches from the hidden West.
What is The Hidden West Atlas?
The Hidden West Atlas is an interactive map of folklore, cryptid sightings, and regional lore across the American West, including series-specific lore tied to Wild Magic USA.