Tale from the Archives books in order

Tale from the Archives is a series of short stories set in the Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences world by Pip Ballantine and Tee Morris.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Darkest before the Darkwater 2011 Pip Ballantine Buy
2 Sins of the Father 2012 Pip Ballantine Buy
3 Merry Christmas, Verity Fitzroy 2012 Pip Ballantine Buy
4 A Christmas to Die for 2015 Pip Ballantine Buy
5 Tangi a te Ruru / The Cry of the Morepork 2016 Pip Ballantine Buy
6 A Very Southern Christmas 2018 Pip Ballantine Buy
7 The Touch of Hine-nui-te-po 2018 Pip Ballantine Buy

Tale from the Archives is a set of short stories by Pip Ballantine and Tee Morris that expand the Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences universe. These stories spotlight characters and events beyond the scope of the main novels, giving readers a wider view of the Ministry and its agents.

The tales range from holiday-themed adventures to stories rooted in New Zealand mythology. Many were first released as podcast episodes before being published in written form. They work best as supplements to the main series, though each story stands on its own.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tale from the Archives?

Tale from the Archives is a collection of short stories set in the Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences universe. They explore side characters, backstories, and events outside the main novels.

Do I need to read these before the main Ministry novels?

No. These short stories are companions to the main series. They add depth to the world but are not required to follow the novels.

Are the Tales from the Archives stories connected to the podcast?

Yes. Many of these stories were originally released as episodes of the Tales from the Archives podcast, which won a 2014 Parsec Award. They are also available in written form.

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