📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "Fifty Roads to Town" (1953)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "Avocado Drive Zoo" (1999)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "Twilight Zone: 19 Original Stories on the 50th Anniversary" (2009)

About the Author

Earl Hammer was an American novelist best known for his 1961 book Spencer’s Mountain, which was inspired by his childhood and was also the basis of the movie by the same name and a TV series, The Waltons. He was the creator, narrative voice, and executive producer of the long-running TV series, The Waltons. Hamner was born in Virginia’s Blue Ridge foothills in 1923. From childhood, Hammer knew he wanted to be an author. Growing up during the Great Depression helped him capture his imagination and was also an excellent setting for his books and television series. After serving in the United States Army in the Second World War and later interning for a local radio station, Hamner would write for radio before transitioning to television, notably for The Today Show. In 1961, as the TV was tran. Earl Hamner Jr. is the author of over 12 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, Earl Hamner Jr. has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

5 books
  • Fifty Roads to Town The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Fifty Roads to Town', another thrilling entry from Earl Hamner Jr..
    (1953) ⭐ Start here
  • Spencer's Mountain 'Spencer's Mountain' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Earl Hamner Jr. has created.
    (1961) ⭐ Start here
  • You Can't Get There from Here Experience the magic of 'You Can't Get There from Here' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1965) ⭐ Start here
  • The Homecoming 'The Homecoming' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Earl Hamner Jr. has created.
    (1970) ⭐ Start here
  • Lassie, a Christmas Story Join the adventure in 'Lassie, a Christmas Story' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Earl Hamner Jr..
    (1998) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

4 books
  • Avocado Drive Zoo 'Avocado Drive Zoo' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Earl Hamner Jr. has created.
    (1999)
  • Goodnight, John Boy Experience the magic of 'Goodnight, John Boy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2002)
  • The Twilight Zone Scripts of Earl Hamner Join the adventure in 'The Twilight Zone Scripts of Earl Hamner' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Earl Hamner Jr..
    (2003)
  • Generous Women: An Appreciation Experience the magic of 'Generous Women: An Appreciation' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2006)

Publication Order of Anthologies

3 books
  • Twilight Zone: 19 Original Stories on the 50th Anniversary 'Twilight Zone: 19 Original Stories on the 50th Anniversary' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Earl Hamner Jr. has created.
    (2009)
  • A Feast of Frights from The Horror Zine The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'A Feast of Frights from The Horror Zine', another thrilling entry from Earl Hamner Jr..
    (2012)
  • Shadow Masters The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Shadow Masters', another thrilling entry from Earl Hamner Jr..
    (2013)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Earl Hamner Jr.?

Earl Hamner Jr. is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 12 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Earl Hamner Jr. book series to start with?

For readers new to Earl Hamner Jr.'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 5 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Earl Hamner Jr.'s writing.

Q: How many books has Earl Hamner Jr. written?

Earl Hamner Jr. has written over 12 books across 3 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.