William Ritter
William Ritter began writing the Jackaby series in the middle of the night when his son was still an infant. After getting up to care for him, Will would lie awake, his mind creating rich worlds and fantasies--such as the one in New Fiddleham. Will lives and teaches in Springfield, Oregon.
Genres: Young Adult Fantasy
Series
Jackaby
1. Jackaby (2014)
1.5. The Map (2015)
2. Beastly Bones (2015)
3. Ghostly Echoes (2016)
4. The Dire King (2017)
Rook (2023)
1. Jackaby (2014)
1.5. The Map (2015)
2. Beastly Bones (2015)
3. Ghostly Echoes (2016)
4. The Dire King (2017)
Rook (2023)
Books containing stories by William Ritter
William Ritter recommends
The League of Dangerous Young Ladies (2026)
J A Morgenstein
"The plot is woven elegantly, the characters are rich and distinct, and savvy literary allusions abound, but the true pleasure of this novel lies in its fabulous narrative voice. Swashbuckling, spooky, and silly in equal measure, Morgenstein's writing is a dagger-sharp and delightfully cheeky celebration of storytelling."
The Forgotten Lore (2026)
(Ellen Poe, book 1)
Diana Peterfreund
"Balancing the cozy and the creepy, Ellen Poe is a delightfully dark salute to the fascinating figure of Edgar Allan Poe. The characters are instantly engaging, and Peterfreund has clearly done her research. More than just referencing Poe's greatest hits, the story delves into his messy life, explores the echoes of his death, and draws on his passion for cryptic puzzles to craft a Poe-themed escape room of an adventure for our young protagonist. All around, a satisfying supernatural mystery to make Poe proud."
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