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Albert Payson Terhune

Bestselling Author • 4 Series • 59 Books

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Publication Order of Sunnybank Books
Start with: Lad, a Dog (1919)
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Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Caleb Conover, Railroader (1907)
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Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Start with: Syria from the Saddle (1896)

About Albert Payson Terhune

Albert Payson Terhune was a reputed writer, journalist, and dog breeder from The United States. He was well known for writing novels based on his beloved collies’ adventures. Author Terhune owned the Sunnybank Kennels that used to breed collies, whose lines exist even today in the Rough Collies. He was born on December 21, 1872 in New Jersey. Terhune’s mom, Mary Virginia Hawes, used to work as a writer and published books on household management. Also, she used to write novels based on pre-Civil War under the pen name of Marion Harland. Terhune’s father was a reverend named Edward Payson Terhune. Author Terune had 4 sister and a brother. Two of his sisters could not reach the adult age. The family of Terhune had a summer home called Sunnybank. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, Albert Payson Terhune has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Albert Payson Terhune

Publication Order of Sunnybank Books
22 books 1919–1940
1

Lad, a Dog

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunnybank Books with Lad, a Dog, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1919
2

Bruce

Bruce continues the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1920
3

Buff

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunnybank Books with Buff, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1921
4

The Heart of a Dog

The Heart of a Dog explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series by Albert Payson Terhune.

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1921
5

His Dog

His Dog is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1922
6

My Friend the Dog

My Friend the Dog is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1922
7

A Book of Famous Dogs / Famous Dog Stories Every Child Should Know

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunnybank Books with A Book of Famous Dogs / Famous Dog Stories Every Child Should Know, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1922
8

Grudge Mountain / Dog of the High Sierras

Grudge Mountain / Dog of the High Sierras continues the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1923
9

Treve

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunnybank Books with Treve, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1924
10

Wolf

Wolf is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1925
11

Treasure/The Faith of a Collie

Treasure/The Faith of a Collie continues the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1926
12

The Luk of the Laird / A highland collie

The Luk of the Laird / A highland collie continues the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1926
13

Gray Dawn

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunnybank Books with Gray Dawn, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1927
14

Loot!/Collie to The Rescue

Loot!/Collie to The Rescue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1928
15

Lad of Sunnybank

Lad of Sunnybank is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1929
16

A Dog Named Chips

A Dog Named Chips continues the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1931
17

The Way Of A Dog

The Way Of A Dog is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1932
18

Real Tales of Real Dogs

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunnybank Books with Real Tales of Real Dogs, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1935
19

True Dog Stories

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sunnybank Books with True Dog Stories, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1936
20

The Critter and Other Dogs

The Critter and Other Dogs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1936
21

Unseen!

Unseen! continues the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1937
22

Dogs

Dogs continues the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1940
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
24 books 1907–1963
1

Caleb Conover, Railroader

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Caleb Conover, Railroader, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1907
2

The Fighter

Conflict and courage define The Fighter, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Albert Payson Terhune that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1909
3

The Return of Peter Grimm

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1912
4

The Woman

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1912
5

Dad

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1914
6

The Story of Damon and Pythias

The Story of Damon and Pythias continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1915
7

Dollars and Cents

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Dollars and Cents, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1917
8

Fortune

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1918
9

The Man in the Dark

The Man in the Dark continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1921
10

Black Caesar's Clan

Black Caesar's Clan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1922
11

Black gold

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Black gold, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1922
12

Lochinvar Luck

Lochinvar Luck is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1923
13

The Pest

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Pest, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1923
14

The Tiger's Claw

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1924
15

Najib

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1925
16

The Runaway Bag

The Runaway Bag is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1925
17

Blundell's last guest

Blundell's last guest continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1927
18

Bumps

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Bumps, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1927
19

Black Wings.

Black Wings. continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1928
20

Water!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Water!, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1928
21

The Secret of Sea-Dream House - A Novel

The Secret of Sea-Dream House - A Novel continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1929
22

Letters of Marque

Letters of Marque continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1934
23

Across the Line

Across the Line continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1945
24

Wallace

Wallace continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1963
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
10 books 1896–1932
1

Syria from the Saddle

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Syria from the Saddle, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1896
2

Columbia Stories

Columbia Stories continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1897
3

The World's Great Events

The World's Great Events continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1908
4

Superwomen

Superwomen continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1916
5

The Years of the Locust

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Years of the Locust, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1917
6

Wonder Women in History

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Wonder Women in History, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1918
7

Now That I'm Fifty

Now That I'm Fifty continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1924
8

Around the World in Thirty Days

Around the World in Thirty Days continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1925
9

To the Best of My Memory

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with To the Best of My Memory, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1930
10

The Son of God

The Son of God is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1932
Publication Order of Lad, a Dog Books
3 books 1997–1998
1

Lad to the Rescue

Lad to the Rescue continues the Publication Order of Lad, a Dog Books story arc with Albert Payson Terhune's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
2

Best Dog in the World

Best Dog in the World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lad, a Dog Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Albert Payson Terhune have come to expect.

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1997
3

Lad Is Lost

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lad, a Dog Books with Lad Is Lost, another outstanding contribution from Albert Payson Terhune.

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1998

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Albert Payson Terhune?

Albert Payson Terhune is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 59 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Sunnybank Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Albert Payson Terhune series to start with?

For readers new to Albert Payson Terhune's work, the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 22 books. Begin with Lad, a Dog to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Albert Payson Terhune written?

Albert Payson Terhune has written over 59 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Albert Payson Terhune books in order?

Yes, reading Albert Payson Terhune's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Albert Payson Terhune write in?

Albert Payson Terhune writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 59 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Albert Payson Terhune's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Albert Payson Terhune's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Albert Payson Terhune's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Albert Payson Terhune's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Sunnybank Books series. The first book, Lad, a Dog, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.