Terry Pratchett's huge, sprawling Discworld saga offers an absorbing world, but knowing how to read the books in order can present a challenge.

Witches differ from wizards — all but one of whom are men — not in their magic, but in their work. The heart and soul of witching — as Granny Weatherwax would say, pounding her fist — is ...

The Essential Terry Pratchett The prolific fantasy author, best known for his Discworld series, infused his writing with empathy and humor. Here’s where to start. Jesse Wild/Future, via Getty Images ...

Perhaps the best way to begin in Pratchett is to choose a character that appeals to you and promptly plunge into the series of books centered around them. My personal favorite are the witches, where ...