Garry Disher
8
Book Series
63
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Wyatt Books
Best for beginners - Start with "Kickback" (1991)
Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Dragon Man" (1999)
Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books
Popular choice - Start with "Hell to Pay / Bitter Wash Road" (2013)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Popular choice - Start with "Steal Away" (1987)
About the Author
Garry Disher ranks among Australia’s most distinguished crime writers, celebrated for crafting profoundly resonant stories. His three Ned Kelly Awards underscore his skill in creating taut, suspenseful narratives. Spanning hardboiled crime to children’s fiction, his works captivate readers through razor-sharp dialogue, vivid settings, and unforgettable characters. Three defining series highlight Disher’s exceptional range. The Wyatt novels follow a principled thief operating by his own strict code. The Peninsula Crimes series explores detectives Hal Challis and Ellen Destry’s professional and personal lives. The Hirsch books track rural constable Paul Hirschhausen through outback dramas, all showcasing Disher’s signature authenticity. Early and Personal Life B. Garry Disher is the author of over 63 books across 8 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Garry Disher has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Wyatt Books
9 books
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Kickback 'Kickback' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(1991) ⭐ Start here
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Paydirt Join the adventure in 'Paydirt' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series by Garry Disher.(1992) ⭐ Start here
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Deathdeal In 'Deathdeal', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series by Garry Disher.(1993) ⭐ Start here
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Crosskill In 'Crosskill', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series by Garry Disher.(1994) ⭐ Start here
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Port Vila Blues In 'Port Vila Blues', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Wyatt Books saga.(1995) ⭐ Start here
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The Fallout Experience the magic of 'The Fallout' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Wyatt Books universe.(1997) ⭐ Start here
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Wyatt Experience the magic of 'Wyatt' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Wyatt Books universe.(2010) ⭐ Start here
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The Heat Join the adventure in 'The Heat' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series by Garry Disher.(2015) ⭐ Start here
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Kill Shot In 'Kill Shot', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series by Garry Disher.(2018) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books
7 books
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The Dragon Man Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Dragon Man', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books series by Garry Disher.(1999)
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Kittyhawk Down Join the adventure in 'Kittyhawk Down' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books series by Garry Disher.(2003)
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Snapshot Experience the magic of 'Snapshot' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books universe.(2005)
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Chain of Evidence 'Chain of Evidence' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(2007)
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Blood Moon In 'Blood Moon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books saga.(2009)
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Whispering Death In 'Whispering Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books series by Garry Disher.(2011)
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Signal Loss In 'Signal Loss', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books saga.(2016)
Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books
5 books
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Hell to Pay / Bitter Wash Road 'Hell to Pay / Bitter Wash Road' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(2013)
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Peace In 'Peace', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books saga.(2019)
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Consolation The Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books series continues with 'Consolation', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(2020)
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Day's End 'Day's End' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(2022)
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Mischance Creek In 'Mischance Creek', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books saga.(2025)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
23 books
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Steal Away Join the adventure in 'Steal Away' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Garry Disher.(1987)
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The Stencil Man Experience the magic of 'The Stencil Man' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1988)
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The Bamboo Flute Experience the magic of 'The Bamboo Flute' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1992)
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Ratface The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Ratface', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(1993)
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Switch Cat 'Switch Cat' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Garry Disher.(1995)
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Blame The Wind Experience the magic of 'Blame The Wind' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1995)
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The Sunken Road In 'The Sunken Road', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1996)
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Walk Twenty, Run Twenty 'Walk Twenty, Run Twenty' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(1996)
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Ermyntrude Takes Charge Experience the magic of 'Ermyntrude Takes Charge' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1996)
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The Apostle Bird The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Apostle Bird', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(1997)
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The Divine Wind Join the adventure in 'The Divine Wind' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Garry Disher.(1998)
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From Your Friend, Louis Deane. Join the adventure in 'From Your Friend, Louis Deane.' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Garry Disher.(2000)
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Past The Headlands The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Past The Headlands', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(2001)
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Moondyne Kate 'Moondyne Kate' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(2001)
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Maddie Finn In 'Maddie Finn', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2002)
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Two-way Cut The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Two-way Cut', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(2004)
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Eva's Angel The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Eva's Angel', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(2004)
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Play Abandoned Join the adventure in 'Play Abandoned' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Garry Disher.(2011)
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Good One, Erm 'Good One, Erm' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(2013)
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Her The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Her', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(2017)
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Under the Cold Bright Lights Experience the magic of 'Under the Cold Bright Lights' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2017)
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The Way It Is Now Join the adventure in 'The Way It Is Now' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Garry Disher.(2021)
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Sanctuary The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Sanctuary', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(2024)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
5 books
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Approaches Experience the magic of 'Approaches' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.(1981)
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The Difference To Me In 'The Difference To Me', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(1988)
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The Flamingo Gate In 'The Flamingo Gate', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(1991)
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Restless: Stories of Flight and Fear Join the adventure in 'Restless: Stories of Flight and Fear' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Garry Disher.(1995)
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Straight, Bent And Barbara Vine Experience the magic of 'Straight, Bent And Barbara Vine' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.(1997)
Publication Order of Anthologies
3 books
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Personal Best 'Personal Best' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(1990)
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Personal Best 2 Experience the magic of 'Personal Best 2' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1991)
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Below the Waterline In 'Below the Waterline', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1999)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
4 books
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Writing Fiction: An Introduction to the Craft The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Writing Fiction: An Introduction to the Craft', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(1984)
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Australia Then & Now 'Australia Then & Now' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(1987)
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Writing Professionally: The Freelancer's Guide to Marketing Prose and Scripts 'Writing Professionally: The Freelancer's Guide to Marketing Prose and Scripts' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(1989)
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Bushrangers Experience the magic of 'Bushrangers' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1992)
Publication Order of Anthologies
7 books
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Crosstown Traffic 'Crosstown Traffic' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Garry Disher has created.(1993)
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More Crimes for a Summer Christmas 'More Crimes for a Summer Christmas' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Garry Disher.(1993)
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Strange Fruit In 'Strange Fruit', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1995)
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Out West: Australian Dirt The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Out West: Australian Dirt', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(1996)
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The Oxford Book of Detective Stories 'The Oxford Book of Detective Stories' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Garry Disher.(2000)
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Hard Labour Experience the magic of 'Hard Labour' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2012)
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Dark Deeds Down Under The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Dark Deeds Down Under', another thrilling entry from Garry Disher.(2022)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Garry Disher?
Garry Disher is a bestselling author known for 8 book series containing over 63 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Wyatt Books, Publication Order of Inspector Challis Books, Publication Order of Paul Hirschhausen Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Garry Disher book series to start with?
For readers new to Garry Disher's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Wyatt Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 9 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Garry Disher's writing.
Q: How many books has Garry Disher written?
Garry Disher has written over 63 books across 8 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.