Rick Riordan Released New Camp Half-Blood Series
The new four-book series explores life at the demigod camp through the eyes of new characters.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Pre-Teens
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Author Rick Riordan has released the first installment of a new four-part book series set within the Camp Half-Blood universe. The series features four distinct new characters and is written in collaboration with different authors to bring unique cultural perspectives to the franchise.
Why it matters
This series offers families a deeper look into the demigod camp during a previously underutilized period in the timeline between The Lightning Thief and Sea of Monsters. It shifts the focus from Percy Jackson to provide new viewpoints from the camp's other inhabitants.
The series consists of four books, with the first title, The Wild Zone, already available. Publishers plan to release the remaining installments on a bi-annual schedule to complete the set over two years.
The players
Rick Riordan
The author of the popular Percy Jackson franchise who is now expanding the Camp Half-Blood universe.
Annabelle Oh
A co-author who collaborated on the first installment of the new series.
The details
Each book in the series is written from the perspective of a different camper, including new characters Katie Kim, Harper Rush, Zuri Chapman, and Benny Garcia. Rick Riordan co-authors each volume with a different writer, allowing each contributor to incorporate elements of their own personal background and culture into their respective characters.
Timeline
The story takes place during the Fall season at Camp Half-Blood.
The Wild Zone was published on October 11, 2026.
The second book, The Rite of Aphrodite, is scheduled for release in March 2027.
The Home Front
This release follows the trend of expanding established fictional universes through multi-author collaborations to provide richer lore for long-time readers. It marks a departure from the singular perspective typical of the earlier Percy Jackson books by introducing a rotating cast of narrators.
Consider adding these titles to your family's reading list as a way to engage with the franchise between the major novel events. If you have fans of the series at home, you can mark your calendar for the March 2027 release date to keep up with the new character stories.
The takeaway
This series serves as a great bridge for readers wanting to explore the daily lives of demigods beyond the main protagonists. Keep a note of the release schedule to track the journey of the four new characters as the series unfolds.
What happens next
The publisher plans to release one installment every six months, with the next book, The Rite of Aphrodite, scheduled for March 2027.
Further reading
Find more resources for navigating reading lists and media for your family in the Pre-Teens section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CBR.
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