Follow the series story
Begin with Zeus and continue in numbered order.
Reading order
How to Read the Olympians Graphic Novels
Read in numbered publication order for the intended accumulation of gods, relationships, and references. Because each volume centers on a different deity, a child researching one god can also choose that volume with little confusion.
These are original graphic retellings of Greek myths, not adaptations of a separate prose series.
Sources: Macmillan's Olympians inventory.
For parents
What Parents Should Know
The books retain battles, monsters, deaths, betrayal, jealousy, revenge, and romantic or sexual relationships from the source myths. The dramatic art is aimed at middle-grade readers, and the back matter helps explain sources and variants, but these are not fully sanitized mythology primers.
Where to start
Where Should My Child Start?
Researching one god
Choose that deity's volume; each book provides enough focused context to work independently.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2010
Zeus
Witness Zeus's rise to power in a battle against Titans.
77 pages· 2,547 words· Est. 23 min read
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Summary: Dive into the epic tale of Zeus, from his daring escape as a child to his fierce battle against Kronos and the Titans. In this graphic novel, Greek mythology meets superhero action, bringing ancient legends to life with explosive drama and vibrant art. Will Zeus claim his throne as the king of the gods, or will the Titans prevail? Discover the origins of the Olympian Pantheon in a story filled with monsters, romance, and high-stakes adventure.
In reading order
Olympians Series
12 books · Published 2010–2022
#1
#1 in Series
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Zeus
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2010
Witness Zeus's rise to power in a battle against Titans.
#2
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1299
Athena
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2010
Witness Athena's epic battles and cunning quests in a world where myth meets comic book action.
#3
#3 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1099
Hera
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2011
Heroes vie for the favor of the formidable Queen of the Gods.
#4
#4 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$2199
Hades
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2012
Hades abducts Persephone, igniting a mythic clash and altering the seasons forever.
#5
#5 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$2199
Poseidon
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2013
Uncover Poseidon's rise to power through legendary myths and epic battles.
#6
#6 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1299
Aphrodite
Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 2013
Aphrodite faces a divine beauty contest with mortal and godly fates at stake.
#7
#7 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1999
Ares
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2015
In the Trojan War's tenth year, two gods clash, risking countless lives.
#8
#8 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$2199
Apollo
Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 2016
Discover the hidden depths of Apollo beyond his sunlit facade.
#9
#9 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1299
Artemis
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2017
A goddess shunned at birth finds power in solitude and a bow.
#10
#10 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1248
Hermes
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018
A trickster god's chaotic journey from infancy to fatherhood.
#11
#11 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1797
Hephaistos
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019
Rejected by Olympus, Hephaistos crafts a plan for respect and revenge.
#12
#12 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$2199
Dionysos
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2022
A mortal-born god battles madness and death to claim his place on Olympus.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Olympians series?
There are 12 books in the Olympians series. It began with Zeus in 2010, and the newest book, Dionysos, was published in 2022.
What order should you read the Olympians books in?
Start with Zeus and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #12.
What ages are the Olympians books best for?
The series is best for ages 9–15, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
Which Olympians book is the longest?
Hera (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 5,260 words (77 pages).
Which Olympians book is the shortest?
Ares (Book #7) is the shortest at 632 words (80 pages).
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