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Eric Helm

Bestselling Author • 4 Series • 45 Books

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Series
45
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books
Start with: Vietnam: Ground Zero (1986)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books
Start with: The Raid (1988)

About Eric Helm

Eric Helm is a pseudonym used by a writing team of Bob Cornett and Kevin D Randle. Kevin is a retired Army lieutenant and served in Vietnam as a helicopter pilot, where he fought 1100+ hours of flight time. He had active duty with the army and later the Air force. Kevin graduated from the University of Lowa and had advanced degrees for California Coast University and American Military University. Bob Cornett was born and raised in the small town of Lowa, where he developed a skill for fishing and hunting. HE HAS BEEN A PRIVATE investigator, an outdoor writer, a fire medic, and a college instructor in creative writing and EMS. He passed away on April 1st, 2022. The stink of dead bodies started increasing in the almost invisible fog that Fetterman had experienced before in Vietnam. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, Eric Helm 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 Eric Helm

Publication Order of Scorpion Squad Books
4 books 1984–1985
1

Body Count

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Scorpion Squad Books with Body Count, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1984
2

The Nhu Ky Sting

The Nhu Ky Sting is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Scorpion Squad Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1984
3

Chopper Command

Chopper Command continues the Publication Order of Scorpion Squad Books story arc with Eric Helm's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
4

River Raid

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Scorpion Squad Books with River Raid, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1985
Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books
5 books 1988–1990
1

The Raid

The Raid is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1988
2

Shifting Fires

Shifting Fires is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1988
3

Strike

Strike continues the Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books story arc with Eric Helm's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
4

Empire

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with Empire, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1989
5

Sniper

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with Sniper, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1990
Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books
30 books 1986–2025
1

Vietnam: Ground Zero

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with Vietnam: Ground Zero, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1986
2

P. O. W.

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with P. O. W., another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1986
3

Unconfirmed Kill

A gripping mystery unfolds in Unconfirmed Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series showcases Eric Helm's mastery of suspense.

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1986
4

The Fall of Camp A-555

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with The Fall of Camp A-555, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1987
5

Soldier's Medal

Conflict and courage define Soldier's Medal, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1987
6

The Kit Carson Scout

The Kit Carson Scout is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1987
7

The Hobo Woods

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with The Hobo Woods, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1987
8

Guidelines

Guidelines is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1987
9

The Ville

The Ville is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1987
10

Incident at Plei Soi

Incident at Plei Soi is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1987
11

Tet

Tet continues the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books story arc with Eric Helm's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1987
12

The Iron Triangle

The Iron Triangle is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1988
13

Red Dust

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with Red Dust, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1988
14

Hamlet

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with Hamlet, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1988
15

Moon Cusser

Moon Cusser is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1988
16

Puppet Soldiers

Conflict and courage define Puppet Soldiers, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1989
17

Dragon's Jaw

Epic adventure awaits in Dragon's Jaw, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series that raises the stakes across the realm Eric Helm has built.

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1989
18

Cambodian Sanctuary

Cambodian Sanctuary is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1989
19

Payback

Payback is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1989
20

MACV

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with MACV, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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1989
21

Tan Son Nhut

Tan Son Nhut is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1989
22

Gunfighter

Conflict and courage define Gunfighter, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1990
23

Warrior

Conflict and courage define Warrior, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1990
24

Target

Target continues the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books story arc with Eric Helm's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
25

Warlord

Conflict and courage define Warlord, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1990
26

Spike

Spike is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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1990
27

Recon

Recon continues the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books story arc with Eric Helm's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
28

Pioneer Post

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books with Pioneer Post, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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2024
29

Proxy War

Conflict and courage define Proxy War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2024
30

Bromhead's War

Conflict and courage define Bromhead's War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2025
Publication Order of Wings Over Nam Books
6 books 2023–2023
1

Chopper Pilot

Chopper Pilot continues the Publication Order of Wings Over Nam Books story arc with Eric Helm's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
2

The Wild Weasels

The Wild Weasels is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wings Over Nam Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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2023
3

Linebacker

Linebacker is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wings Over Nam Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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2023
4

Carrier War

Conflict and courage define Carrier War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Wings Over Nam Books series by Eric Helm that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2023
5

Bird Dog

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Wings Over Nam Books with Bird Dog, another outstanding contribution from Eric Helm.

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2023
6

Eagle Eye

Eagle Eye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wings Over Nam Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Helm have come to expect.

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2023

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eric Helm?

Eric Helm is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 45 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Scorpion Squad Books, Publication Order of Super Vietnam: Ground Zero Books, Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Eric Helm series to start with?

For readers new to Eric Helm's work, the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 30 books. Begin with Vietnam: Ground Zero to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Eric Helm written?

Eric Helm has written over 45 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Eric Helm books in order?

Yes, reading Eric Helm'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 Eric Helm write in?

Eric Helm writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 45 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Eric Helm's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Eric Helm'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 Eric Helm's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Eric Helm's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Vietnam: Ground Zero Books series. The first book, Vietnam: Ground Zero, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.