There are 7 books in the Tales of Alvin Maker series. The newest book is Master Alvin which came out in 2026.

Blending folklore and myth, this novel follows young Alvin Maker as he begins a dangerous journey to discover the secret of a magical power.
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Red Prophet

Red Prophet

'Suddenly the saga of Alvin Maker begins to thrill.' - Washington Post Book World

'Red Prophet is but a section of a vast American fantasy epic. It is vividly written, and the principal actors--Alvin, Ta-Kumsaw, the Prophet, and Alvin's Gandalfesque mentor Taleswapper--are all complete and memorable characters.' - The Philadelphia…

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Prentice Alvin

Prentice Alvin
Alvin has returned to the town of his birth and is now the blacksmith's apprentice. But he must also learn the difficult arts of a Maker and he hopes that the magic of the seer, Peggy, can help him. However, Peggy can only anticipate a future filled with misery ...…

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Alvin Journeyman

Alvin Journeyman
Alvin Miller, a gifted seventh son of a seventh son, utilizes his skills as a Maker to help create a brighter future for America, but his task is further challenged by his ancient enemy, the Unmaker, who plots to end Alvin's life. 100,000 first printing. $100,000 ad/promo. Tour.

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Heartfire

Heartfire

'Card is one of the most important writers in the field.' - Ben Bova

;The most important work of American fantasy since Stephen Donaldson's original Thomas Covenant trilogy.' - Chicago Suntimes

Peggy is a Torch, able to see the fire burning in each person's heart. She can follow the paths…

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The Crystal City

Book cover of The Crystal City
Using the lore and the folk-magic of the men and women who settled North America, Orson Scott Card has created an alternate world where magic works, and where that magic has colored the entire history of the colonies. Charms and beseechings, hexes and potions, all have a place in the…

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Master Alvin

Master Alvin

The Tales of Alvin Maker concludes in Master Alvin, the final book in the historical fantasy series from the Hugo and Nebula award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Ender's Game.

Inspired by the lore and the folk-magic of the men and women who settled North America, Orson Scott…