Jonathan Stroud is an British author of YA and children’s fantasy novels. He writes the Bartimaeus series and the Lockwood & Co. series. Jonathan grew up in St. Albans, where he read, wrote and drew. He spent a couple of years in poor health, so he would spend the time in the hospital or at home reading. He studied English literature at the University of York, and then moved onto working in London as an editor for Walker Books. This soon led to him writing himself. Jonathan lives in St. Albans, Herfordshire, England, with his two children and his wife, Gina (who illustrates children’s books).
Jonathan Stroud made his debut as a published author in 1996 with the picture book The Lost Treasure of Captain Blood. His first novel was Buried Fire in 1999. Below is a list of Jonathan Stroud’s books in order of when they were originally published:
Publication Order of Bartimaeus Books
Chronological Order of Bartimaeus Books
Publication Order of Bartimaeus Graphic Novels
Publication Order of Lockwood & Co. Books
Publication Order of The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne Books
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Publication Order of Picture Books
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Publication Order of Anthologies
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Jonathan Stroud Synopsis: Heroes of the Valley is a standalone title by Jonathan Stroud. Halli Sveinsson is stumpy and swarthy, with a quick mind and an aptitude for getting in trouble. Bored with everyday chores and shepherding, he enjoys playing practical jokes. When he plays a trick on Ragnar of the House of Hakonsson, he sets in motion a chain of events that will forever alter his destiny. He is forced away from home and go on a quest full of highway robbers, terrifying monsters, and a girl who may be as fearless as he is. Along this journey, he will discover the truth about the legends, his family, and himself.
