Yumi and the Nightmare Painter
A standalone Cosmere story of two people from very different worlds whose lives become impossibly entwined.
Where it fits in the Cosmere
to other Cosmere books — mark it read on the map to reveal them, spoiler-free.
What you've unlocked here
This section reveals spoiler-safe connections, cameos and lore as you read. Mark Yumi and the Nightmare Painter (and the books it links to) as read to light them up.
Common questions
Can I start the Cosmere with Yumi and the Nightmare Painter?
Yes — Yumi and the Nightmare Painter is a standalone: no prior Cosmere reading is required, though connections to other books reveal themselves as you read more.
What should I read before Yumi and the Nightmare Painter?
Nothing is required before Yumi and the Nightmare Painter — it works as an entry point.
Where does Yumi and the Nightmare Painter fit in the Cosmere reading order?
Yumi and the Nightmare Painter is #16 of 19 in our recommended Cosmere reading order (#17 in publication order). The previous stop is Tress of the Emerald Sea. Up next is The Lost Metal.