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Jason M. Hough

Bestselling Author • 5 Series • 16 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books
Start with: The Darwin Elevator (2013)
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Publication Order of Mass Effect: Andromeda Books
Start with: Nexus Uprising (2017)
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Publication Order of Gears of War Books
Start with: Ascendance (2019)

About Jason M. Hough

Jason M. Hough is a New York Times bestselling writer from America, who likes to write science fiction, thriller, and fantasy novels. He is particularly well known for writing the Dire Earth Cycle book series as well as the near future spy thriller called Zero World. Prior to the start of his writing career, author Hough used to work as a 3D animator, game designer, and artist. He is known to have worked as a designer for popular games likes Aliens v/s Predator: Extinction, Metal Fatigue, etc. Author Hough has also been involved in the field of high performance cluster machine learning and computing. He started writing his first book, The Darwin Elevator, as a part of a 2008 project of National Book Writing Month. Author Hough was able to publish the book in 2013. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books series, Jason M. Hough 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 Jason M. Hough

Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books
7 books 2013–2017
1

The Darwin Elevator

The Darwin Elevator continues the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books story arc with Jason M. Hough's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
2

The Exodus Towers

The Exodus Towers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jason M. Hough have come to expect.

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2013
3

The Plague Forge

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books with The Plague Forge, another outstanding contribution from Jason M. Hough.

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2013
4

Wave of Infection

Wave of Infection continues the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books story arc with Jason M. Hough's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
5

The Dire Earth

The Dire Earth continues the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books story arc with Jason M. Hough's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
6

Injection Burn

Injection Burn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jason M. Hough have come to expect.

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2017
7

Escape Velocity

Escape Velocity is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jason M. Hough have come to expect.

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2017
Publication Order of Mass Effect: Andromeda Books
1 books 2017–2017
1

Nexus Uprising

Nexus Uprising continues the Publication Order of Mass Effect: Andromeda Books story arc with Jason M. Hough's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
Publication Order of Gears of War Books
2 books 2019–2020
1

Ascendance

Ascendance continues the Publication Order of Gears of War Books story arc with Jason M. Hough's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
2

Bloodlines

A gripping mystery unfolds in Bloodlines as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Gears of War Books series showcases Jason M. Hough's mastery of suspense.

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2020
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
2 books 2015–2021
1

Zero World

Zero World continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jason M. Hough's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
2

Instinct

Instinct is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jason M. Hough have come to expect.

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2021
Publication Order of Anthologies
4 books 2016–2024
1

Unbound

Unbound continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jason M. Hough's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
2

Mech

Mech is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jason M. Hough have come to expect.

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2017
3

The Death of All Things

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Death of All Things as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Jason M. Hough's mastery of suspense.

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2017
4

Offshoots: Humanity Twigged

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Offshoots: Humanity Twigged, another outstanding contribution from Jason M. Hough.

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2024

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jason M. Hough?

Jason M. Hough is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 16 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books, Publication Order of Mass Effect: Andromeda Books, Publication Order of Gears of War Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Jason M. Hough series to start with?

For readers new to Jason M. Hough's work, the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 7 books. Begin with The Darwin Elevator to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Jason M. Hough written?

Jason M. Hough has written over 16 books across 5 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Jason M. Hough books in order?

Yes, reading Jason M. Hough'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 Jason M. Hough write in?

Jason M. Hough writes primarily in fiction. With 5 series across 16 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Jason M. Hough's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Jason M. Hough'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 Jason M. Hough's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Jason M. Hough's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Dire Earth Cycle Books series. The first book, The Darwin Elevator, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.