Percy Jackson Books
Shop all the Percy Jackson books at Barnes & Noble stores and online. Kids love Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson and the Olympian’s series because it’s action-packed, funny and filled with adventure. Bursting with mythological creatures like monsters, dragons and gods stemming from Greek mythology, the fantasy books make reading exciting for teens and young readers. Although the books explore ancient myths, they are written in a modern and relatable tone, making them fun and easy to follow.
The series follows the main character, Percy, a young demigod – the child of the Greek god Poseidon and a mortal woman named Sally. Percy’s story begins with The Lightening Thief , in which the 12-year-old boy learns that he is not an ordinary human and has to defend himself and his friends against monsters from his textbooks that literally come to life! Percy must embark on a journey to Camp Half-Blood, a place where demigods are safe from monsters.
After beginning the epic journey, his life changes forever. In the next few books, Percy Jackson faces a slew of challenges including a frightening journey through The Sea of Monsters , recovering Zeus’s stolen lightning bolt, and preventing the resurrection of the Titan lord, Kronos in The Titan’s Curse . In The Last Olympian , Percy defends Manhattan against the Titan Army and he and his friends are forced to navigate through a dangerous maze in The Battle of the Labyrinth .
With a fresh spin on Greek mythology and a relatable main character who struggles with school and deals with ADHD, the Percy Jackson series featuring humor, adventure and world-building became a favorite of many. The first two books in the series were also adapted into movies starring Logan Lerman as demigod Percy Jackson and a Disney+ series based on the books was released in December 2023.
Discover all the Percy Jackson and the Olympians novels, illustrated editions, deluxe collector’s editions, graphic novels, boxed sets , guides, tie ins and cookbooks all in one place. It’s recommended to read the Percy Jackson books in order as each novel’s storyline builds on top of the previous installment.
Read the newest book from the series, Wrath of the Triple Goddess , in which Percy and the gang are tagged to babysit Hecate's fur babies while they quiver in the shadow of college. Want to start reading about the adventures of Percy Jackson right away? Download the eBook and audiobook versions of the series today! Looking for even more adventures featuring Percy Jackson? Check out Rick Riordan's Heroes of Olympus Series .
How many Percy Jackson books are there?
There are currently 7 books in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, including the latest installment, Wrath of the Triple Goddess , that was released in September of 2024.
What genre is the Percy Jackson and the Olympians book series?
The Percy Jackson books are considered a fantasy series for young readers and young adults. The books feature mythological creatures, captivating adventures and coming-of-age themes and experiences.
Explore the 7 Percy Jackson Books in Order
The Lightning Thief The Titan's Curse The Sea of Monsters The Battle of the Labyrinth The Last Olympian The Chalice of the Gods Wrath of the Triple Goddess
