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D.J. Taylor

Bestselling Author • 5 Series • 27 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Great Eastern Land (1986)
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Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Start with: From the Heart (2014)
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Publication Order of Short Story Collections
Start with: After Bathing at Baxter's (1997)

About D.J. Taylor

D.J. Taylor is a Popular British Best Selling Author and crime novelist and acclaimed biographer writer, as well as critic and reviewer of the arts and writing. D.J. falls into a couple different categories of style and niche. He recently wrote a crime novel based in the Britain’s past. Categorically D.J. writes about the world in the eyes of the British and UK based which we live and play. Books and writings about UK history and biographies have been a staple in libraries for decades. The interest in things such as war and mystery and stories of people, among other things have been made into books and are showcased in the past, present and future and are relative to the society we live in today. Life is full of surprises and history finds its way into every fabric of life. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, D.J. Taylor 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 D.J. Taylor

Publication Order of Standalone Novels
11 books 1986–2013
1

Great Eastern Land

Great Eastern Land continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1986
2

Real Life

Real Life continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
3

English Settlement

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with English Settlement, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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1996
4

Trespass

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Trespass, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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1998
5

The Comedy Man

The Comedy Man is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of D.J. Taylor have come to expect.

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2002
6

Kept

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Kept, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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2006
7

Ask Alice

Ask Alice is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of D.J. Taylor have come to expect.

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2009
8

At the Chime of a City Clock

At the Chime of a City Clock continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
9

Derby Day

Derby Day is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of D.J. Taylor have come to expect.

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2011
10

Secondhand Daylight

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Secondhand Daylight, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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2012
11

The Windsor Faction

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Windsor Faction, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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2013
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2014–2014
1

From the Heart

From the Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by D.J. Taylor.

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2014
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
2 books 1997–2014
1

After Bathing at Baxter's

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with After Bathing at Baxter's, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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1997
2

Wrote for Luck

Wrote for Luck continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
12 books 1989–2019
1

A Vain Conceit

A Vain Conceit is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of D.J. Taylor have come to expect.

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1989
2

After the War

Conflict and courage define After the War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by D.J. Taylor that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1993
3

Thackeray

Thackeray continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
4

Orwell

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Orwell, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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2003
5

Bright Young People

Bright Young People continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
6

On The Corinthian Spirit

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with On The Corinthian Spirit, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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2010
7

What You Didn't Miss

What You Didn't Miss continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
8

The Prose Factory

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Prose Factory, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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2016
9

The New Book of Snobs

The New Book of Snobs continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
10

'Rock and Roll is Life'

'Rock and Roll is Life' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of D.J. Taylor have come to expect.

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2018
11

The Lost Girls

The Lost Girls continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
12

On 1984

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with On 1984, another outstanding contribution from D.J. Taylor.

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2019
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 1993–1993
1

My Favorite Year of Football Writing

My Favorite Year of Football Writing continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with D.J. Taylor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is D.J. Taylor?

D.J. Taylor is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 27 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Short Story Collections. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best D.J. Taylor series to start with?

For readers new to D.J. Taylor's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 11 books. Begin with Great Eastern Land to start from the very beginning.

How many books has D.J. Taylor written?

D.J. Taylor has written over 27 books across 5 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read D.J. Taylor books in order?

Yes, reading D.J. Taylor'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 D.J. Taylor write in?

D.J. Taylor writes primarily in fiction. With 5 series across 27 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are D.J. Taylor's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of D.J. Taylor'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 D.J. Taylor's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, D.J. Taylor's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Great Eastern Land, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.