📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Case of the Dirty Bird" (1992)
Publication Order of Lt. Ronnie Gold Books Popular choice - Start with "The Sweeper" (1981)
Publication Order of Brian Robeson Books Popular choice - Start with "Hatchet" (1986)
Publication Order of Murphy Books Popular choice - Start with "Murphy" (1987)

About the Author

Gary Paulsen wasknown as one of the popular American authors of the young adult genre. He was born as Gary James Paulsen in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States on May 17, 1939. Gary passed away on October 13th, 2021. He was best known for writing down the coming of age stories often depicting the wilderness. During his writing career, he had penned down over 200 books and an equal number of short stories and magazine articles. Gary has also scripted several few plays mainly for the teenagers. For his excellent contribution to writing teen novels throughout his life, he awarded with the Margaret Edwards Award in the year 1997 by the American Library Association. Other than the young adult genre, Gary has also written many successful novels based on the literature & fiction, and outdo. Gary Paulsen is the author of over 178 books across 18 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Gary Paulsen has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Francis Tucket Books

5 books
  • Mr. Tucket / Chance for Escape In 'Mr. Tucket / Chance for Escape', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Francis Tucket Books saga.
    (1994) ⭐ Start here
  • Call Me Francis Tucket Join the adventure in 'Call Me Francis Tucket' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Francis Tucket Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • Tucket's Ride 'Tucket's Ride' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Francis Tucket Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1997) ⭐ Start here
  • Tucket's Home Experience the magic of 'Tucket's Home' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Francis Tucket Books universe.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Tucket's Gold Experience the magic of 'Tucket's Gold' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Francis Tucket Books universe.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Lt. Ronnie Gold Books

2 books
  • The Sweeper Experience the magic of 'The Sweeper' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Lt. Ronnie Gold Books universe.
    (1981)
  • Clutterkill In 'Clutterkill', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Lt. Ronnie Gold Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1991)

Publication Order of Brian Robeson Books

5 books
  • Hatchet In 'Hatchet', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Brian Robeson Books saga.
    (1986)
  • The River / The Return The Publication Order of Brian Robeson Books series continues with 'The River / The Return', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1991)
  • Brian's Winter / Winter In 'Brian's Winter / Winter', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Brian Robeson Books saga.
    (1996)
  • Brian's Return / The Call 'Brian's Return / The Call' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Brian Robeson Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1999)
  • Brian's Hunt Join the adventure in 'Brian's Hunt' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Brian Robeson Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2003)

Publication Order of Murphy Books

4 books
  • Murphy The Publication Order of Murphy Books series continues with 'Murphy', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1987)
  • Murphy's Gold 'Murphy's Gold' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Murphy Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1988)
  • Murphy's Herd Join the adventure in 'Murphy's Herd' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Murphy Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1989)
  • Murphy's War 'Murphy's War' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Murphy Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1990)

Publication Order of Tales to Tickle the Funnybone Books

6 books
  • The Boy Who Owned the School In 'The Boy Who Owned the School', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Tales to Tickle the Funnybone Books saga.
    (1990)
  • Harris and Me: A Summer Remembered The Publication Order of Tales to Tickle the Funnybone Books series continues with 'Harris and Me: A Summer Remembered', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1993)
  • The Schernoff Discoveries The Publication Order of Tales to Tickle the Funnybone Books series continues with 'The Schernoff Discoveries', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1997)
  • The Glass Cafe 'The Glass Cafe' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tales to Tickle the Funnybone Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2003)
  • Molly McGinty Has a Really Good Day Experience the magic of 'Molly McGinty Has a Really Good Day' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Tales to Tickle the Funnybone Books universe.
    (2004)
  • The Amazing Life of Birds: The Twenty-Day Puberty Journal of Duane Homer Leech The Publication Order of Tales to Tickle the Funnybone Books series continues with 'The Amazing Life of Birds: The Twenty-Day Puberty Journal of Duane Homer Leech', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (2006)

Publication Order of Alida Books

3 books
  • The Cookcamp The Publication Order of Alida Books series continues with 'The Cookcamp', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1991)
  • Alida's Song In 'Alida's Song', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Alida Books saga.
    (1999)
  • The Quilt Experience the magic of 'The Quilt' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Alida Books universe.
    (2004)

Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books

30 books
  • The Case of the Dirty Bird Join the adventure in 'The Case of the Dirty Bird' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1992)
  • Dunc's Doll 'Dunc's Doll' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1992)
  • Culpepper's Cannon Experience the magic of 'Culpepper's Cannon' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books universe.
    (1992)
  • Dunc Gets Tweaked In 'Dunc Gets Tweaked', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books saga.
    (1992)
  • Dunc's Halloween 'Dunc's Halloween' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1992)
  • Dunc Breaks the Record The Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series continues with 'Dunc Breaks the Record', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1992)
  • Dunc and the Flaming Ghost Experience the magic of 'Dunc and the Flaming Ghost' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books universe.
    (1992)
  • Amos Gets Famous Experience the magic of 'Amos Gets Famous' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books universe.
    (1992)
  • Dunc and Amos Hit the Big Top 'Dunc and Amos Hit the Big Top' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1993)
  • Dunc's Dump In 'Dunc's Dump', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books saga.
    (1993)
  • Dunc and the Scam Artists Join the adventure in 'Dunc and the Scam Artists' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1993)
  • Dunc and Amos and the Red Tattoos 'Dunc and Amos and the Red Tattoos' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1993)
  • Dunc's Undercover Christmas Experience the magic of 'Dunc's Undercover Christmas' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books universe.
    (1993)
  • Dunc and the Haunted Castle Join the adventure in 'Dunc and the Haunted Castle' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1993)
  • Cowpokes and Desperados In 'Cowpokes and Desperados', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books saga.
    (1993)
  • The Wild Culpepper Cruise Experience the magic of 'The Wild Culpepper Cruise' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books universe.
    (1993)
  • Prince Amos Experience the magic of 'Prince Amos' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books universe.
    (1994)
  • Coach Amos The Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series continues with 'Coach Amos', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • Amos and the Alien The Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series continues with 'Amos and the Alien', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • Dunc and Amos Meet the Slasher The Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series continues with 'Dunc and Amos Meet the Slasher', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • Dunc and the Greased Sticks of Doom Join the adventure in 'Dunc and the Greased Sticks of Doom' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • Amos's Killer Concert Caper In 'Amos's Killer Concert Caper', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • Amos Gets Married 'Amos Gets Married' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1995)
  • Amos Goes Bananas 'Amos Goes Bananas' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1996)
  • Dunc and Amos Go to the Dogs The Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series continues with 'Dunc and Amos Go to the Dogs', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1996)
  • Amos and the Vampire Join the adventure in 'Amos and the Vampire' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1996)
  • Amos and the Chameleon Caper Join the adventure in 'Amos and the Chameleon Caper' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1996)
  • Amos Binder, Secret Agent Join the adventure in 'Amos Binder, Secret Agent' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1996)
  • Dunc and Amos on Thin Ice 'Dunc and Amos on Thin Ice' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1997)
  • Super Amos In 'Super Amos', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Duncan Culpepper Books saga.
    (1997)

Publication Order of Nightjohn Books

2 books
  • Nightjohn 'Nightjohn' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nightjohn Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1993)
  • Sarny In 'Sarny', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nightjohn Books saga.
    (1997)

Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books

18 books
  • The Legend of Red Horse Cavern 'The Legend of Red Horse Cavern' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1994)
  • Rodomonte's Revenge / Video Trap The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'Rodomonte's Revenge / Video Trap', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • Escape from Fire Mountain The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'Escape from Fire Mountain', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • The Rock Jockeys / Devil's Wall Join the adventure in 'The Rock Jockeys / Devil's Wall' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1995)
  • The Gorgon Slayer In 'The Gorgon Slayer', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books saga.
    (1995)
  • Hook 'Em Snotty In 'Hook 'Em Snotty', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books saga.
    (1995)
  • Danger on Midnight River The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'Danger on Midnight River', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1995)
  • Captive! The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'Captive!', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1995)
  • Project: A Perfect World / Perfect Danger 'Project: A Perfect World / Perfect Danger' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1996)
  • The Treasure of El Patron / Treasure Ship The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'The Treasure of El Patron / Treasure Ship', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1996)
  • Skydive! In 'Skydive!', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books saga.
    (1996)
  • The Seventh Crystal 'The Seventh Crystal' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1996)
  • The Creature of Black Water Lake 'The Creature of Black Water Lake' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1997)
  • Time Benders 'Time Benders' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1997)
  • Grizzly The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'Grizzly', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1997)
  • Thunder Valley The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'Thunder Valley', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1997)
  • Curse of the Ruins The Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series continues with 'Curse of the Ruins', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1998)
  • Flight of the Hawk 'Flight of the Hawk' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of World Of Adventure Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1998)

Publication Order of Lawn Boy Books

2 books
  • Lawn Boy Experience the magic of 'Lawn Boy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Lawn Boy Books universe.
    (2007)
  • Lawn Boy Returns Experience the magic of 'Lawn Boy Returns' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Lawn Boy Books universe.
    (2010)

Publication Order of Theory, Practice and Destructive Properties Of...Books

4 books
  • Liar, Liar Join the adventure in 'Liar, Liar' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Theory, Practice and Destructive Properties Of...Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2011)
  • Flat Broke In 'Flat Broke', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Theory, Practice and Destructive Properties Of...Books saga.
    (2011)
  • Crush 'Crush' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Theory, Practice and Destructive Properties Of...Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2012)
  • Vote Experience the magic of 'Vote' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Theory, Practice and Destructive Properties Of...Books universe.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Road Trip Books

2 books
  • Road Trip Experience the magic of 'Road Trip' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Road Trip Books universe.
    (2013)
  • Field Trip Experience the magic of 'Field Trip' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Road Trip Books universe.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Liar, Liar Books

1 books
  • Family Ties 'Family Ties' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Liar, Liar Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

52 books
  • Some Birds Don't Fly 'Some Birds Don't Fly' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1968)
  • Winterkill In 'Winterkill', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1976)
  • The Implosion Effect Join the adventure in 'The Implosion Effect' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1976)
  • The Death Specialists In 'The Death Specialists', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1976)
  • The Foxman 'The Foxman' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1977)
  • Tiltawhirl John / Tasting the Thunder The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Tiltawhirl John / Tasting the Thunder', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1977)
  • The Golden Stick The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Golden Stick', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1977)
  • CB Jockey / The C.B. Radio Caper Join the adventure in 'CB Jockey / The C.B. Radio Caper' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1977)
  • The Curse of the Cobra 'The Curse of the Cobra' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1977)
  • The Green Recruit 'The Green Recruit' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1978)
  • Tracker Experience the magic of 'Tracker' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1978)
  • The Night the White Deer Died 'The Night the White Deer Died' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1978)
  • Meteorite Track 291 Join the adventure in 'Meteorite Track 291' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1979)
  • The Spitball Gang Join the adventure in 'The Spitball Gang' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1980)
  • Compkill In 'Compkill', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1981)
  • Dancing Carl In 'Dancing Carl', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1983)
  • Popcorn Days and Buttermilk Nights The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Popcorn Days and Buttermilk Nights', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1983)
  • Dogsong Join the adventure in 'Dogsong' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1985)
  • Sentries Join the adventure in 'Sentries' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1986)
  • The Crossing In 'The Crossing', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1987)
  • The Island Experience the magic of 'The Island' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1988)
  • The Voyage of the Frog The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Voyage of the Frog', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1989)
  • The Winter Room The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Winter Room', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1989)
  • Night Rituals Experience the magic of 'Night Rituals' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1989)
  • Kill Fee In 'Kill Fee', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1990)
  • Canyons Experience the magic of 'Canyons' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1990)
  • The Monument Experience the magic of 'The Monument' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1991)
  • The Haymeadow / The Fourteenth Summer Join the adventure in 'The Haymeadow / The Fourteenth Summer' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1992)
  • Clabbered Dirt, Sweet Grass Experience the magic of 'Clabbered Dirt, Sweet Grass' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1992)
  • A Christmas Sonata 'A Christmas Sonata' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1992)
  • Sisters/Hermanas 'Sisters/Hermanas' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1993)
  • Tasting the Thunder Join the adventure in 'Tasting the Thunder' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1993)
  • The Car In 'The Car', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1994)
  • The Tent The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Tent', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1995)
  • The Rifle In 'The Rifle', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1995)
  • Ice Race Experience the magic of 'Ice Race' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1997)
  • The Transall Saga / Blue Light Join the adventure in 'The Transall Saga / Blue Light' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1998)
  • Soldier's Heart 'Soldier's Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1998)
  • The White Fox Chronicles / White Fox In 'The White Fox Chronicles / White Fox', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2000)
  • The Beet Fields Join the adventure in 'The Beet Fields' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2000)
  • The Time Hackers Join the adventure in 'The Time Hackers' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2005)
  • The Legend of Bass Reeves The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Legend of Bass Reeves', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (2006)
  • Notes from the Dog 'Notes from the Dog' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2009)
  • Mudshark The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Mudshark', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (2009)
  • Woods Runner Join the adventure in 'Woods Runner' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2009)
  • Masters of Disaster 'Masters of Disaster' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2011)
  • This Side of Wild 'This Side of Wild' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2015)
  • Six Kids and a Stuffed Cat Experience the magic of 'Six Kids and a Stuffed Cat' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2016)
  • Fishbone's Song In 'Fishbone's Song', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2016)
  • Gone to the Woods: Surviving a Lost Childhood Join the adventure in 'Gone to the Woods: Surviving a Lost Childhood' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2021)
  • How to Train Your Dad Join the adventure in 'How to Train Your Dad' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2021)
  • Northwind The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Northwind', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Picture Books

4 books
  • Dogteam Experience the magic of 'Dogteam' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Picture Books universe.
    (1993)
  • The Tortilla Factory Join the adventure in 'The Tortilla Factory' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Picture Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1995)
  • Work Song Join the adventure in 'Work Song' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Picture Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1997)
  • Canoe Days 'Canoe Days' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1999)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • All Aboard Stage 5 Traditional Tales 'All Aboard Stage 5 Traditional Tales' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1998)
  • Paintings from the Cave Experience the magic of 'Paintings from the Cave' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.
    (2011)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

35 books
  • Building a New, Buying an Old, Remodeling a Used Home/Shelter How-to-Do-It Book Experience the magic of 'Building a New, Buying an Old, Remodeling a Used Home/Shelter How-to-Do-It Book' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1976)
  • Martin Luther King, the Man Who Climbed the Mountain The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Martin Luther King, the Man Who Climbed the Mountain', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1976)
  • The Small Ones The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'The Small Ones', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1976)
  • Hitting, Pitching, and Running--Maybe The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Hitting, Pitching, and Running--Maybe', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1976)
  • Dribbling, Shooting, and Scoring--Sometimes In 'Dribbling, Shooting, and Scoring--Sometimes', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1976)
  • Riding, Roping, and Bulldogging--Almost Experience the magic of 'Riding, Roping, and Bulldogging--Almost' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1977)
  • Farm: A History and Celebration of the American Farmer Join the adventure in 'Farm: A History and Celebration of the American Farmer' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1977)
  • Tackling, Running, and Kicking - Now and Again Experience the magic of 'Tackling, Running, and Kicking - Now and Again' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1977)
  • Forehanding and Backhanding--If You're Lucky In 'Forehanding and Backhanding--If You're Lucky', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1978)
  • Hiking and Backpacking Experience the magic of 'Hiking and Backpacking' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1978)
  • Successful Home Repair In 'Successful Home Repair', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1978)
  • Canoeing, Kayaking, and Rafting Join the adventure in 'Canoeing, Kayaking, and Rafting' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1979)
  • Downhill, Hotdogging, and Cross-Country If the Snow Isn't Sticky Experience the magic of 'Downhill, Hotdogging, and Cross-Country If the Snow Isn't Sticky' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1979)
  • Full of Hot Air / Launching, Floating High and Landing Experience the magic of 'Full of Hot Air / Launching, Floating High and Landing' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1979)
  • Track, Enduro, and Motocross--Unless You Fall Over 'Track, Enduro, and Motocross--Unless You Fall Over' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1979)
  • Pummeling, Falling, and Getting Up Sometimes Join the adventure in 'Pummeling, Falling, and Getting Up Sometimes' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1979)
  • Athletics In 'Athletics', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1980)
  • Ice Hockey Experience the magic of 'Ice Hockey' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1980)
  • Motor Cycling In 'Motor Cycling', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1980)
  • Skiing 'Skiing' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1980)
  • Tennis The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Tennis', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1980)
  • Sailing Join the adventure in 'Sailing' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1981)
  • Money Saving Home Repair Guide In 'Money Saving Home Repair Guide', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1981)
  • Beat the System In 'Beat the System', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1982)
  • Woodsong Experience the magic of 'Woodsong' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1990)
  • Eastern Sun, Winter Moon 'Eastern Sun, Winter Moon' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (1993)
  • Madonna Stories Join the adventure in 'Madonna Stories' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1993)
  • Winterdance: The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod Join the adventure in 'Winterdance: The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1994)
  • Puppies, Dogs, and Blue Northers Join the adventure in 'Puppies, Dogs, and Blue Northers' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1996)
  • My Life in Dog Years The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'My Life in Dog Years', another thrilling entry from Gary Paulsen.
    (1997)
  • Pilgrimage on a Steel Ride / Zero to Sixty Join the adventure in 'Pilgrimage on a Steel Ride / Zero to Sixty' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (1997)
  • Caught by the Sea: My Life on Boats Join the adventure in 'Caught by the Sea: My Life on Boats' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2001)
  • Guts: The True Stories Behind Hatchet and the Brian Books 'Guts: The True Stories Behind Hatchet and the Brian Books' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2001)
  • How Angel Peterson Got His Name and Other Outrageous Tales About Extreme Sports In 'How Angel Peterson Got His Name and Other Outrageous Tales About Extreme Sports', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2003)
  • Father Water, Mother Woods 'Father Water, Mother Woods' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Gary Paulsen has created.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Anthologies

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  • Shelf Life: Stories by the Book Join the adventure in 'Shelf Life: Stories by the Book' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary Paulsen.
    (2003)

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Gary Paulsen has written over 178 books across 18 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.