📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of The Last World War Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Last World War" (2003)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "The Genesis Protocol" (2006)
Publication Order of Star Trek: Vanguard Books Popular choice - Start with "Open Secrets" (2009)
Publication Order of Star Trek: The Fall Books Popular choice - Start with "Peaceable Kingdoms" (2014)

About the Author

Dayton Ward is a published American author of fiction born in Tampa, Florida. Ward has also worked as a software developer. He was in corporate America following his time serving in the Marines. He was enrolled in the United States Marine Corps. for 11 years. When he left his home and decided to join the military, it was after he had graduated high school and it was ironically because he felt that he was tired of being in the situation where people were giving him orders. Ward has since pivoted in his career to full time novelist. He has done quite well and has had his name attached to several books. He has written several things with his friend Kevin Dilmore and is the writer of several Star Trek based novels, including Open Secrets, among others. He is also the author of his own original. Dayton Ward is the author of over 43 books across 20 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of The Last World War Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Dayton Ward has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of The Last World War Books

2 books
  • The Last World War 'The Last World War' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Last World War Books series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here
  • Counterstrike In 'Counterstrike', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Last World War Books saga.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

1 books
  • The Genesis Protocol The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Genesis Protocol', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2006)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Vanguard Books

1 books
  • Open Secrets Join the adventure in 'Open Secrets' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Star Trek: Vanguard Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2009)

Publication Order of Star Trek: The Fall Books

1 books
  • Peaceable Kingdoms Epic fantasy awaits in 'Peaceable Kingdoms', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Star Trek: The Fall Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2014)

Publication Order of 4400 Books

1 books
  • Wet Work Join the adventure in 'Wet Work' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of 4400 Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2008)

Publication Order of 24 Books

1 books
  • Trial by Fire Join the adventure in 'Trial by Fire' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of 24 Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Hidden Universe Travel Guides Books

1 books
  • Star Trek: Vulcan Experience the magic of 'Star Trek: Vulcan' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Hidden Universe Travel Guides Books universe.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Coda Trilogy Books

1 books
  • Moments Asunder Experience the magic of 'Moments Asunder' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Star Trek: Coda Trilogy Books universe.
    (2021)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Discovery Books

2 books
  • Drastic Measures 'Drastic Measures' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Trek: Discovery Books series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2018)
  • Somewhere to Belong The Publication Order of Star Trek: Discovery Books series continues with 'Somewhere to Belong', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Mere Anarchy Books

1 books
  • Things Fall Apart 'Things Fall Apart' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Trek: Mere Anarchy Books series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2006)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Starfleet Corps Of Engineers Books

2 books
  • Where Time Stands Still Join the adventure in 'Where Time Stands Still' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Star Trek: Starfleet Corps Of Engineers Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2004)
  • Turn the Page 'Turn the Page' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Trek: Starfleet Corps Of Engineers Books series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2006)

Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation (Original) Books

3 books
  • Headlong Flight 'Headlong Flight' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation (Original) Books series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2017)
  • Hearts and Minds 'Hearts and Minds' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation (Original) Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2017)
  • Available Light In 'Available Light', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation (Original) Books saga.
    (2019)

Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation (Relaunch) Books

1 books
  • Pliable Truths Experience the magic of 'Pliable Truths' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation (Relaunch) Books universe.
    (2024)

Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation: A Time To... Books

2 books
  • A Time to Sow The Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation: A Time To... Books series continues with 'A Time to Sow', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2004)
  • A Time to Harvest Experience the magic of 'A Time to Harvest' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Star Trek: The Next Generation: A Time To... Books universe.
    (2004)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Picard Books

2 books
  • To Defy Fate In 'To Defy Fate', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Star Trek: Picard Books saga.
    (2026)
  • To Defy Fate In 'To Defy Fate', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Star Trek: Picard Books saga.
    (2026)

Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS Books

1 books
  • In the Name of Honor 'In the Name of Honor' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS Books series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2002)

Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books

7 books
  • The Aliens Are Coming! Experience the magic of 'The Aliens Are Coming!' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books universe.
    (2002)
  • That Which Divides In 'That Which Divides', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books saga.
    (2012)
  • Allegiance in Exile Experience the magic of 'Allegiance in Exile' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books universe.
    (2013)
  • From History's Shadow In 'From History's Shadow', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books saga.
    (2013)
  • Armageddon's Arrow The Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books series continues with 'Armageddon's Arrow', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2015)
  • Elusive Salvation Join the adventure in 'Elusive Salvation' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2016)
  • Agents of Influence 'Agents of Influence' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Star Trek: TOS (Original) Books series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2020)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Typhon Pact Books

2 books
  • Paths of Disharmony Join the adventure in 'Paths of Disharmony' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Star Trek: Typhon Pact Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2011)
  • The Fall: Peaceable Kingdoms Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Fall: Peaceable Kingdoms', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Star Trek: Typhon Pact Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Star Trek: Vanguard Books

2 books
  • Open Secrets Join the adventure in 'Open Secrets' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Star Trek: Vanguard Books series by Dayton Ward.
    (2009)
  • In Tempest's Wake The Publication Order of Star Trek: Vanguard Books series continues with 'In Tempest's Wake', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Anthologies

9 books
  • Space Horrors The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Space Horrors', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2001)
  • The Best of the Bubbas of the Apocalypse The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Best of the Bubbas of the Apocalypse', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2008)
  • Star Trek: Mere Anarchy Experience the magic of 'Star Trek: Mere Anarchy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2009)
  • Shards and Shadows 'Shards and Shadows' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Dayton Ward has created.
    (2009)
  • Divine Tales Join the adventure in 'Divine Tales' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dayton Ward.
    (2012)
  • Pangaea The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Pangaea', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2015)
  • The Sacred Scrolls: Comics on the Planet of the Apes The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Sacred Scrolls: Comics on the Planet of the Apes', another thrilling entry from Dayton Ward.
    (2015)
  • Footprints in the Stars Join the adventure in 'Footprints in the Stars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dayton Ward.
    (2019)
  • Multiverse of Mystery: A Holmes and Watson Anthology Join the adventure in 'Multiverse of Mystery: A Holmes and Watson Anthology' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dayton Ward.
    (2024)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Dayton Ward?

Dayton Ward is a bestselling author known for 20 book series containing over 43 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Last World War Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Star Trek: Vanguard Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Dayton Ward book series to start with?

For readers new to Dayton Ward's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of The Last World War Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 2 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Dayton Ward's writing.

Q: How many books has Dayton Ward written?

Dayton Ward has written over 43 books across 20 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.