Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Book of Final Flesh | 2003 | Myke Cole | Buy |
| 2 | Beyond the Wall | 2012 | Myke Cole | Buy |
| 3 | Operation Arcana | 2015 | Myke Cole | Buy |
Myke Cole’s anthology appearances reflect his range — The Book of Final Flesh (2003) is horror, Beyond the Wall (2012) is literary analysis of fantasy, and Operation Arcana (2015) is military fantasy, which sits squarely in his wheelhouse. The military fantasy anthology in particular matches his specialty of combining military operations with supernatural elements.
Beyond the Wall stands out as the most unusual entry, since it is a collection of essays about fantasy literature rather than fiction. Cole’s contribution draws on his experiences as both a reader and a military veteran who sees combat and fantasy through a particular lens.
These three anthologies span twelve years and show how Cole’s career developed from his earliest horror publication to his established identity as a military fantasy writer. Readers interested in sampling his shorter work before committing to his novels or non-fiction will find these a useful entry point.