David Morrell
14
Book Series
82
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Anthologies
Best for beginners - Start with "Dark at Heart" (1992)
Publication Order of Mortalis Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Brotherhood of the Rose" (1983)
Publication Order of Cavanaugh Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Protector" (2003)
Publication Order of Frank Balenger Books
Popular choice - Start with "Creepers" (2005)
About the Author
He received the Friends of American Writers Distinguished Recognition Award, for his novel. First Blood, in 1973. He received the Horror Writers Association best novella prize for,”Orange is for Anguish, Blue for Insanity,” in 1989. He also got the Horror Writers Association best novella prize for, ” The Beautiful Uncut Hair of Graves,” in 1991. He was nominated for Horror Writers Association best novella prize, “Nothing Will Hurt You,” and “The Shrine”, in 1992. He was Nominated for World Fantasy Award best novella awards and best short story for; The Hundred Year Christmas in 1983 and the “Dead Image” in 1985. He was also nominated for the University of Iowa prestigious Faculty Alumni Award, in 1999 David Morrell was nominated f. David Morrell is the author of over 82 books across 14 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Anthologies series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, David Morrell has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Rambo: First Blood Books
3 books
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First Blood The Publication Order of Rambo: First Blood Books series continues with 'First Blood', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1972) ⭐ Start here
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Rambo: First Blood Part II The Publication Order of Rambo: First Blood Books series continues with 'Rambo: First Blood Part II', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1985) ⭐ Start here
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Rambo III Join the adventure in 'Rambo III' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Rambo: First Blood Books series by David Morrell.(1988) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Mortalis Books
4 books
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The Brotherhood of the Rose The Publication Order of Mortalis Books series continues with 'The Brotherhood of the Rose', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1983)
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The Fraternity Of The Stone Join the adventure in 'The Fraternity Of The Stone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Mortalis Books series by David Morrell.(1985)
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The League of Night and Fog Join the adventure in 'The League of Night and Fog' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Mortalis Books series by David Morrell.(1987)
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The Abelard Sanction The Publication Order of Mortalis Books series continues with 'The Abelard Sanction', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2006)
Publication Order of Cavanaugh Books
3 books
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The Protector 'The Protector' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cavanaugh Books series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2003)
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The Naked Edge The Publication Order of Cavanaugh Books series continues with 'The Naked Edge', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2010)
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The Attitude Adjuster 'The Attitude Adjuster' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cavanaugh Books series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2012)
Publication Order of Frank Balenger Books
2 books
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Creepers 'Creepers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Frank Balenger Books series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2005)
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Scavenger In 'Scavenger', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Frank Balenger Books saga.(2007)
Publication Order of Thomas De Quincey Books
4 books
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Murder as a Fine Art In 'Murder as a Fine Art', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Thomas De Quincey Books series by David Morrell.(2013)
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The Opium-Eater The Publication Order of Thomas De Quincey Books series continues with 'The Opium-Eater', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2015)
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Inspector of the Dead In 'Inspector of the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Thomas De Quincey Books series by David Morrell.(2015)
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Ruler of the Night Experience the magic of 'Ruler of the Night' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Thomas De Quincey Books universe.(2016)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
14 books
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Testament In 'Testament', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1975)
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Last Reveille The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Last Reveille', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1977)
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The Totem Experience the magic of 'The Totem' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1979)
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Blood Oath The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Blood Oath', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1982)
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The Fifth Profession The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Fifth Profession', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1990)
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The Covenant of the Flame The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Covenant of the Flame', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1991)
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Assumed Identity In 'Assumed Identity', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1993)
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Desperate Measures In 'Desperate Measures', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1994)
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Extreme Denial 'Extreme Denial' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(1996)
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Double Image In 'Double Image', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1998)
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Burnt Sienna The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Burnt Sienna', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2000)
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Long Lost 'Long Lost' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2002)
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The Spy Who Came for Christmas Experience the magic of 'The Spy Who Came for Christmas' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2008)
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The Shimmer Experience the magic of 'The Shimmer' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2009)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
10 books
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The Hundred-Year Christmas The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'The Hundred-Year Christmas', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1983)
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Dead Image In 'Dead Image', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by David Morrell.(1987)
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Orange is for Anguish, Blue for Insanity The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Orange is for Anguish, Blue for Insanity', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1988)
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The Beautiful Uncut Hair of Graves The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'The Beautiful Uncut Hair of Graves', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1991)
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Nothing Will Hurt You Join the adventure in 'Nothing Will Hurt You' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by David Morrell.(1992)
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The Shrine In 'The Shrine', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.(1992)
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They In 'They', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.(2011)
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My Name is Legion In 'My Name is Legion', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.(2011)
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The Architecture of Snow Join the adventure in 'The Architecture of Snow' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by David Morrell.(2012)
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The Interrogator Experience the magic of 'The Interrogator' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(2012)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
3 books
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Black Evening The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Black Evening', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(1999)
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Nightscape In 'Nightscape', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(2004)
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Before I Wake The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Before I Wake', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2019)
Publication Order of Picture Books
1 books
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The Hundred Year Christmas Join the adventure in 'The Hundred Year Christmas' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Picture Books series by David Morrell.(2009)
Publication Order of Captain America Graphic Novels
1 books
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The Chosen In 'The Chosen', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Captain America Graphic Novels saga.(2008)
Publication Order of Cultural-Icon Non-Fiction Books
5 books
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John Wayne: The Westerns The Publication Order of Cultural-Icon Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'John Wayne: The Westerns', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2012)
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Marilyn Monroe: Legend and Tragedy In 'Marilyn Monroe: Legend and Tragedy', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Cultural-Icon Non-Fiction Books saga.(2012)
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Rambo and Me: The Story Behind the Story 'Rambo and Me: The Story Behind the Story' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Cultural-Icon Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2012)
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Frank Sinatra: The Artist and His Music The Publication Order of Cultural-Icon Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Frank Sinatra: The Artist and His Music', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2013)
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Nelson Riddle: The Man behind the Music Experience the magic of 'Nelson Riddle: The Man behind the Music' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Cultural-Icon Non-Fiction Books universe.(2013)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
5 books
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John Barth 'John Barth' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(1976)
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Fireflies Experience the magic of 'Fireflies' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1988)
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Lessons From A Lifetime Of Writing 'Lessons From A Lifetime Of Writing' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2002)
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The Successful Novelist 'The Successful Novelist' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2008)
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Stars In My Eyes: My Love Affair With Books, Movies, And Music 'Stars In My Eyes: My Love Affair With Books, Movies, And Music' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by David Morrell.(2022)
Publication Order of Mysterious Profiles Books
1 books
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Rambo Join the adventure in 'Rambo' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Mysterious Profiles Books series by David Morrell.(2022)
Publication Order of Anthologies
26 books
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Dark at Heart 'Dark at Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by David Morrell.(1992)
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Fifth Annual Collection In 'Fifth Annual Collection', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1992)
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Dark Crimes 2 'Dark Crimes 2' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by David Morrell.(1993)
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Millenium Experience the magic of 'Millenium' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1997)
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Hollywood Fantasies: Ten Surreal Visions of Tinsel Town 'Hollywood Fantasies: Ten Surreal Visions of Tinsel Town' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(1997)
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Murder for Revenge In 'Murder for Revenge', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by David Morrell.(1998)
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Best New Horror 17 'Best New Horror 17' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2006)
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These Guns for Hire In 'These Guns for Hire', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2006)
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Best New Horror 18 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Best New Horror 18', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2007)
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Dark Delicacies II: Fear Join the adventure in 'Dark Delicacies II: Fear' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by David Morrell.(2007)
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Crucified Dreams The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Crucified Dreams', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2011)
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The Rich and the Dead In 'The Rich and the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by David Morrell.(2011)
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Warriors 3 Experience the magic of 'Warriors 3' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2011)
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Shadow Show: All-New Stories in Celebration of Ray Bradbury Join the adventure in 'Shadow Show: All-New Stories in Celebration of Ray Bradbury' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by David Morrell.(2012)
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All-American Horror of the 21st Century: The First Decade The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'All-American Horror of the 21st Century: The First Decade', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2012)
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The Interrogator and Other Criminally Good Fiction The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Interrogator and Other Criminally Good Fiction', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2012)
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Hauntings In 'Hauntings', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2013)
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Suspense Magazine May 2013 Join the adventure in 'Suspense Magazine May 2013' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by David Morrell.(2013)
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Dark Discoveries - Issue #24 'Dark Discoveries - Issue #24' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2013)
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Chiral Mad 2 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Chiral Mad 2', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2013)
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Thriller Almanac 'Thriller Almanac' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2014)
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Eulogies III 'Eulogies III' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2015)
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Detours 'Detours' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2016)
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MatchUp 'MatchUp' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world David Morrell has created.(2017)
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Alive in Shape and Color The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Alive in Shape and Color', another thrilling entry from David Morrell.(2017)
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Playing Games In 'Playing Games', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is David Morrell?
David Morrell is a bestselling author known for 14 book series containing over 82 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Rambo: First Blood Books, Publication Order of Mortalis Books, Publication Order of Cavanaugh Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best David Morrell book series to start with?
For readers new to David Morrell's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Anthologies series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 26 books, it offers a perfect entry point to David Morrell's writing.
Q: How many books has David Morrell written?
David Morrell has written over 82 books across 14 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.