📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of The Derby Man Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Derby Man" (1976)
Publication Order of Gunsmoke Books Popular choice - Start with "Gunsmoke" (1998)
Publication Order of The Horsemen Books Popular choice - Start with "The Horsemen" (1992)
Publication Order of Maddie O'Brien Books Popular choice - Start with "Maddie O'Brien's Christmas Donkey" (2010)

About the Author

Gary McCarthy is an American author who writes historical novels and westerns. The author has millions of books in print and he continues to write to this day. He is always looking for new stories to write about the American West and enjoys researching new ones the most. The author grew up in the American west in California, Nevada, and Arizona. This made him particularly well suited to writing about the American West. He has always had an interest in Native American cultures and knows a lot of the Hopi, Navajo, Havasupai and Haulapai who live in Northern Arizona. In college, he studied Animal Science and Agricultural Economics. McCarthy is married and lives with his wife in Arizona. The couple enjoys horseback riding and hiking, they have spent time in the Kaibab and Coconino National For. Gary McCarthy is the author of over 70 books across 11 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Gary McCarthy has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of The Derby Man Books

11 books
  • The Derby Man Experience the magic of 'The Derby Man' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Derby Man Books universe.
    (1976) ⭐ Start here
  • Showdown at Snakegrass Junction 'Showdown at Snakegrass Junction' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1978) ⭐ Start here
  • Mustang Fever Experience the magic of 'Mustang Fever' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Derby Man Books universe.
    (1980) ⭐ Start here
  • The Pony Express War The Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series continues with 'The Pony Express War', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1980) ⭐ Start here
  • Silver Shot The Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series continues with 'Silver Shot', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1980) ⭐ Start here
  • Explosion at Donner Pass Experience the magic of 'Explosion at Donner Pass' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Derby Man Books universe.
    (1981) ⭐ Start here
  • The Rail Warriors 'The Rail Warriors' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1982) ⭐ Start here
  • North Chase Join the adventure in 'North Chase' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (1982) ⭐ Start here
  • Rebel of Bodie 'Rebel of Bodie' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1982) ⭐ Start here
  • Whiskey Creek In 'Whiskey Creek', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Derby Man Books saga.
    (1992) ⭐ Start here
  • The Comstock Camels Experience the magic of 'The Comstock Camels' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Derby Man Books universe.
    (1993) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Gunsmoke Books

3 books
  • Gunsmoke In 'Gunsmoke', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Gunsmoke Books saga.
    (1998)
  • Dead Man's Witness In 'Dead Man's Witness', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Gunsmoke Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (1999)
  • Marshal Festus 'Marshal Festus' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gunsmoke Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1999)

Publication Order of The Horsemen Books

6 books
  • The Horsemen 'The Horsemen' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horsemen Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1992)
  • Cherokee Lighthorse 'Cherokee Lighthorse' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horsemen Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1992)
  • Texas Mustangers / The Mustangers 'Texas Mustangers / The Mustangers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Horsemen Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1993)
  • Blue Bullet Experience the magic of 'Blue Bullet' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Horsemen Books universe.
    (1993)
  • The Ambushers Join the adventure in 'The Ambushers' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of The Horsemen Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (1994)
  • Stallion Valley In 'Stallion Valley', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Horsemen Books saga.
    (1994)

Publication Order of Maddie O'Brien Books

2 books
  • Maddie O'Brien's Christmas Donkey Experience the magic of 'Maddie O'Brien's Christmas Donkey' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Maddie O'Brien Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Maddie O'Brien's Wild Turkeys In 'Maddie O'Brien's Wild Turkeys', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Maddie O'Brien Books saga.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Medicine Wagon Books

3 books
  • The Fighting Doctor The Publication Order of Medicine Wagon Books series continues with 'The Fighting Doctor', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (2016)
  • Teton Mountain Fever Join the adventure in 'Teton Mountain Fever' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Medicine Wagon Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2016)
  • Trouble in the Teton Valley Join the adventure in 'Trouble in the Teton Valley' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Medicine Wagon Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2016)

Publication Order of National Parks Historical Fiction Books

5 books
  • Grand Canyon Thunder Experience the magic of 'Grand Canyon Thunder' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of National Parks Historical Fiction Books universe.
    (2011)
  • Mesa Verde Thunder Join the adventure in 'Mesa Verde Thunder' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of National Parks Historical Fiction Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2011)
  • Yellowstone Thunder Experience the magic of 'Yellowstone Thunder' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of National Parks Historical Fiction Books universe.
    (2011)
  • Yosemite Thunder Experience the magic of 'Yosemite Thunder' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of National Parks Historical Fiction Books universe.
    (2011)
  • River Thunder Join the adventure in 'River Thunder' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of National Parks Historical Fiction Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2011)

Publication Order of Rivers West Books

6 books
  • The Colorado The Publication Order of Rivers West Books series continues with 'The Colorado', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1989)
  • The Russian River 'The Russian River' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rivers West Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1991)
  • The American River The Publication Order of Rivers West Books series continues with 'The American River', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1992)
  • The Gila River 'The Gila River' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rivers West Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1993)
  • The Humboldt River 'The Humboldt River' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Rivers West Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1996)
  • The Cimarron River Join the adventure in 'The Cimarron River' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Rivers West Books series by Gary McCarthy.
    (1998)

Publication Order of Sisters of Wyoming Books

2 books
  • Sisters of the Wyoming Mountains The Publication Order of Sisters of Wyoming Books series continues with 'Sisters of the Wyoming Mountains', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1984)
  • Sisters Of the Wyoming Plains 'Sisters Of the Wyoming Plains' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sisters of Wyoming Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1985)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

27 books
  • The First Sheriff In 'The First Sheriff', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1979)
  • Winds of Gold In 'Winds of Gold', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1980)
  • Legend of the Lone Ranger The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Legend of the Lone Ranger', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1981)
  • Silver Winds Join the adventure in 'Silver Winds' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary McCarthy.
    (1983)
  • Wind River Experience the magic of 'Wind River' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1984)
  • Powder River Experience the magic of 'Powder River' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1985)
  • The Last Buffalo Hunt The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Last Buffalo Hunt', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1985)
  • Mando Join the adventure in 'Mando' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary McCarthy.
    (1986)
  • Transcontinental In 'Transcontinental', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1987)
  • Sodbuster The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Sodbuster', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1988)
  • Blood Brothers Experience the magic of 'Blood Brothers' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1989)
  • The Gringo Amigo The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Gringo Amigo', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1991)
  • Yosemite The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Yosemite', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1995)
  • Grand Canyon 'Grand Canyon' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1996)
  • Mesa Verde 'Mesa Verde' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (1997)
  • Yellowstone Experience the magic of 'Yellowstone' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1998)
  • Bordertown Justice Join the adventure in 'Bordertown Justice' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2000)
  • The Buffalo Hunters 'The Buffalo Hunters' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (2002)
  • Restitution Join the adventure in 'Restitution' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2003)
  • Colter's Hell Join the adventure in 'Colter's Hell' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2009)
  • Joaquin Murieta Was My Friend In 'Joaquin Murieta Was My Friend', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2011)
  • Charlie Coyote In 'Charlie Coyote', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2013)
  • Isaac Beard & Sons Join the adventure in 'Isaac Beard & Sons' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2013)
  • Gold & Lace In 'Gold & Lace', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2014)
  • Elvis & Cowboy Charlie: The What If Novel Join the adventure in 'Elvis & Cowboy Charlie: The What If Novel' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary McCarthy.
    (2014)
  • Satin and Silver In 'Satin and Silver', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2015)
  • The Horsemen & The Derby Man The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Horsemen & The Derby Man', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (2021)

Publication Order of Our American West Books

4 books
  • Our American West 'Our American West' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Our American West Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (2012)
  • Our American West - Volume II 'Our American West - Volume II' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Our American West Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (2012)
  • Our American West - Volume III 'Our American West - Volume III' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Our American West Books series, set in the world Gary McCarthy has created.
    (2012)
  • Our American West Volume IV Experience the magic of 'Our American West Volume IV' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Our American West Books universe.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Double D Western Books

1 books
  • The Last Buffalo Hunt The Publication Order of Double D Western Books series continues with 'The Last Buffalo Hunt', another thrilling entry from Gary McCarthy.
    (1985)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Gary McCarthy?

Gary McCarthy is a bestselling author known for 11 book series containing over 70 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Derby Man Books, Publication Order of Gunsmoke Books, Publication Order of The Horsemen Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Gary McCarthy book series to start with?

For readers new to Gary McCarthy's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of The Derby Man Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 11 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Gary McCarthy's writing.

Q: How many books has Gary McCarthy written?

Gary McCarthy has written over 70 books across 11 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.