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Alma Alexander Triads Books in Order

5 Books
1911 – 2013 Published
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01
Haunted
Haunted
1911
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02
Plaisir d'amour
Plaisir d'amour
2012
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03
Out of This World
Out of This World
2012
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04
Weight of Worlds
Weight of Worlds
2012
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05
A Sense of Love
A Sense of Love
2013
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How to Read the Alma Alexander Triads

The Alma Alexander Triads are a collection of seven ebook anthologies, with each volume featuring exactly three thematic short stories. Because each volume is self-contained and explores distinct fantasy elements, you can read them in any order depending on your thematic interests. However, following the publication order is the most popular way to experience the series.

Recommended Publication Order

  1. Once Upon a Fairy Tale (2011) — Reimagining classic fairy tales with a mature, poignant twist.
  2. Cat Tales (2011) — A celebration of the magical and mysterious bond between humans and felines.
  3. Haunted (2011) — Evocative ghost stories and tales of spirits that linger across time.
  4. Out of This World (2012) — Sci-fi and speculative tales exploring the extraordinary.
  5. Plaisir d'amour (2012) — Stories focused on the bittersweet nature of love and relationships.
  6. Weight of Worlds (2012) — Tales balancing heavy choices, magic, and destiny.
  7. A Sense of Love (2013) — Portraying the sensory, emotional ocean of love.

The Compendium: Weight of Worlds (The Collection)

For readers looking to dive deeper, Alma Alexander released a compendium titled Weight of Worlds (The Collection). Described by the author as a "Triad of Triads," this volume bundles three individual Triad books into one convenient anthology:

  • Once Upon a Fairy Tale
  • Cat Tales
  • Weight of Worlds

As a bonus, this collection contains three additional stories, offering a total of 12 stories in a single edition.

Frequently Asked

QWhere is the best place to start reading the Triads?

You can start anywhere since each book is self-contained, but Once Upon a Fairy Tale (2011) is the official starting point and a fan favorite.

QDo I need to read the Triads in a specific chronological order?

No. The series consists of standalone thematic collections, meaning there is no linear timeline or plot continuation between the books.

QWhat is the compendium 'Weight of Worlds (The Collection)'?

It is a "Triad of Triads" omnibus that compiles three books (Once Upon a Fairy Tale, Cat Tales, and Weight of Worlds) alongside three brand-new bonus stories.

QWhy do some databases list 'Haunted' as published in 1911?

This is a common typographical error in local metadata. Haunted was actually published in 2011 along with the initial wave of Triad releases.

QAre there physical print versions of the Triads?

The Triads were primarily published and distributed as digital-only (eBook) collections for quick, accessible reading.

QWho would enjoy the Triads series?

Fans of lyrical, folklore-heavy fantasy writers like Patricia McKillip and Guy Gavriel Kay will appreciate the emotional depth of these short stories.