Where to Start Reading Avery Phoenix
For readers new to Avery Phoenix, the absolute best starting point is the Unicorn Blessed Chronicles (commonly known as the Celestia series), beginning with Celestia: Year One. This is her most famous and beloved series, introducing her signature blend of cozy magic, reverse harem dynamics, emotional character growth, and high-stakes academy adventure.
If you prefer a complete trilogy that is slightly darker and heavily inspired by Japanese mythology, starting with the Crimson Storm Chronicles (beginning with Taming the Storm) is also an excellent option. Both entry points showcase her talent for creating fierce heroines who overcome deep trauma to find strength, love, and their chosen family.
The Unicorn Blessed Chronicles (Celestia Series) Reading Order
This is Avery Phoenix's crown jewel. The series follows Celestia Rainbow, the world's only known unicorn shifter. Instead of being a passive, delicate creature, Celestia is a fierce, quick-tempered combatant determined to earn her place as a huntress at Aslan Academy. Alongside a team of six misfit shifters, she must protect her world from a dark, corrupting force known as the Forsaken.
We recommend reading this series in publication order, which mirrors the chronological progression of Celestia's academic years and battles:
- Celestia: Year One (2018) – Celestia enters Aslan Academy on her twenty-fifth birthday and meets her team.
- Celestia: Year Two (2018) – The stakes rise as the threat of the Forsaken looms closer.
- Celestia Christmas (2018) – A festive holiday novella written under the author's primary name, Yumoyori Wilson, that fits perfectly between Year Two and Year Three.
- Celestia: Year Three (2023) – The narrative deepens as Celestia and her companions face overwhelming trials and emotional choices.
- Celestia: Year Four (2024) – The thrilling continuation of Celestia's journey as she tackles new conflicts and responsibilities.
Crimson Storm Chronicles Reading Order
For fans of Japanese folklore, elemental magic, and Kitsune (fox spirit) shifters, the Crimson Storm Chronicles (also known as the Crimson Storm Trilogy) is a must-read. The trilogy blends romance, ancient lore, and suspense in a fast-paced urban fantasy setting. The books should be read strictly in order:
- Taming the Storm (2018)
- Calming the Storm (2018)
- Facing the Storm (2018)
Brighten Magic Academy Books
Brighten Magic Academy is a classic academy-style paranormal romance trilogy. It follows characters discovering their inner magic, navigating academic rivalries, and finding romance amidst dangerous secrets. The reading order is straightforward and matches the order of publication:
- Reflections of You (2018)
- Reflections of Me (2018)
- Reflections of Us (2018)
Starlight Gods Series
The Starlight Gods series represents some of the earliest work published under this universe, blending mythology and celestial fantasy romance. While the author has contributed specific volumes under the Avery Phoenix moniker (beginning with her debut Dark Wish), other parts of the universe connect to her primary pen name, Yumoyori Wilson. The core books published under this sequence include:
- Dark Wish (2017)
- Tainted Rose (2017)
- Poisonous Dream (2018)
Nephilim Malevolence University
For readers who enjoy a darker, more elite academy setting featuring royal fae, secret societies, and high tension, Nephilim Malevolence University is the ideal choice. As a newer addition to her bibliography, this series expands her supernatural universe into dark academia:
- Dancing with Vipers and Shadows (2023)
- Burning with Vipers and Shadows (2024)
What to Know Before You Start: The Yumoyori Wilson Connection
Avery Phoenix is one of several pen names used by the prolific Toronto-based indie author Yumoyori Wilson, who has written over 120 novels. She also publishes under the names Avery Song and Avery Stone. Because of this, you will occasionally see crossover themes, shared universe elements, or books that are co-listed or repackaged under different names on platforms like Goodreads and Amazon.
For instance, the holiday novella Celestia Christmas is formally credited to Yumoyori Wilson but is a direct companion to the Avery Phoenix Celestia series. When exploring her work, keep in mind that she frequently updates, revamps, or rebrands her indie titles to give readers the best possible experience, so checking Goodreads or Fantastic Fiction is a great way to verify the latest edition of a specific book.