📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "The Winners" (1982)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections Popular choice - Start with "Mansions of Limbo" (1991)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "Fatal Charms and Other Tales of Today" (1987)

About the Author

Author Dominick Dunne was born in Hartford, Connecticut on October 29, 1925; he was the second of the six kids of Richard and Dorothy Dunne. He died August 26, 2009 in Manhattan, New York at the age of 83 of bladder cancer. He had been fighting it since September 2008, almost a year before he died. His brother is fellow author John Gregory Dunne (who wrote “The Panic in Needle Park, which Dominick produced and was Al Pacino’s first leading part). His family was wealthy and Irish Catholic. Dunne, however, felt like he was always on the outside looking in on the mainly WASPish West Hartford. He received a Bronze Star for heroism in World War II during the Battle Metz. After his military service was finished, he moved to New York City and worked as a stage manager for television. Humphr. Dominick Dunne is the author of over 11 books across 3 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Dominick Dunne has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

7 books
  • The Winners Experience the magic of 'The Winners' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1982) ⭐ Start here
  • The Two Mrs. Grenvilles In 'The Two Mrs. Grenvilles', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1985) ⭐ Start here
  • People Like Us The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'People Like Us', another thrilling entry from Dominick Dunne.
    (1988) ⭐ Start here
  • An Inconvenient Woman Experience the magic of 'An Inconvenient Woman' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1990) ⭐ Start here
  • A Season in Purgatory Join the adventure in 'A Season in Purgatory' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dominick Dunne.
    (1993) ⭐ Start here
  • Another City, Not My Own Join the adventure in 'Another City, Not My Own' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dominick Dunne.
    (1997) ⭐ Start here
  • Too Much Money 'Too Much Money' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Dominick Dunne has created.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

1 books
  • Mansions of Limbo Experience the magic of 'Mansions of Limbo' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.
    (1991)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

3 books
  • Fatal Charms and Other Tales of Today Experience the magic of 'Fatal Charms and Other Tales of Today' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1987)
  • The Way We Lived Then: The Recollections of a Well-Known Name Dropper In 'The Way We Lived Then: The Recollections of a Well-Known Name Dropper', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1999)
  • Justice: Crimes, Trials, and Punishments 'Justice: Crimes, Trials, and Punishments' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Dominick Dunne.
    (2001)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Dominick Dunne?

Dominick Dunne is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 11 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Story Collections, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Dominick Dunne book series to start with?

For readers new to Dominick Dunne's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 7 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Dominick Dunne's writing.

Q: How many books has Dominick Dunne written?

Dominick Dunne has written over 11 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.