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ⓘ About L.J. Martin
L. J. Martin is an American author with more than 40 book length titles to his name. While most authors typically stick to one or two genres of writing, Martin is one unconventional writer. His works range from historicals, mysteries, thrillers, westerns, a political thesis, a book of cartoons, a writing guide, a cookbook, and a nonfiction work on his struggles with cancer ( he has twice come back from cancer). Despite not sticking to one genre, L. J. Martin has continued to experience runaway success with most of his titles attaining bestseller status on Amazon and around the globe. In addition to being an accomplished writer, Martin is an NBC approved producer, who also produces independently. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Ned Cody Books series, L.J. Martin 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 L.J. Martin
Mojave Showdown
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ned Cody Books with Mojave Showdown, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Buckshot / Tenkiller
A gripping mystery unfolds in Buckshot / Tenkiller as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ned Cody Books series showcases L.J. Martin's mastery of suspense.
El Lazo
El Lazo is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Clint Ryan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Against the 7th Flag
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Clint Ryan Books with Against the 7th Flag, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
The Devil's Bounty
The Devil's Bounty continues the Publication Order of Clint Ryan Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Benicia Belle
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Clint Ryan Books with The Benicia Belle, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Shadow of the Grizzly
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Clint Ryan Books with Shadow of the Grizzly, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Condor Canyon
Condor Canyon continues the Publication Order of Clint Ryan Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Stranahan
Stranahan continues the Publication Order of Montana Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wolf Mountain
Wolf Mountain is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Montana Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
McKeag's Mountain
McKeag's Mountain is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Montana Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
O'Rourke's Revenge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Montana Books with O'Rourke's Revenge, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
McCreed's Law
McCreed's Law continues the Publication Order of Montana Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Eye For Eye
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Montana Books with Eye For Eye, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Revenge of the Damned
Revenge of the Damned continues the Publication Order of Montana Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blackjack Brannigan
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Montana Books with Blackjack Brannigan, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Nemesis
Nemesis continues the Publication Order of Nemesis Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Pettigrew
Mr. Pettigrew is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nemesis Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Shadows of Nemesis
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Nemesis Books with Shadows of Nemesis, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Crimson Hit
Crimson Hit is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Manhunter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Bullet Blues
Bullet Blues continues the Publication Order of Manhunter Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Quiet Ops
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Manhunter Books with Quiet Ops, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
The Repairman
The Repairman continues the Publication Order of The Repairman Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bakken
The Bakken continues the Publication Order of The Repairman Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
G5, Gee Whiz
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Repairman Books with G5, Gee Whiz, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Who's On Top?
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Repairman Books with Who's On Top?, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Target Shy & Sexy
Target Shy & Sexy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Repairman Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Judge, Jury, Desert Fury
Judge, Jury, Desert Fury is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Repairman Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
No Good Deed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Repairman Books with No Good Deed, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Overflow
Overflow is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Repairman Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
The K Factor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Repairman Books with The K Factor, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
The Blue Pearl
The Blue Pearl continues the Publication Order of The Repairman Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Two Thousand Grueling Miles
Two Thousand Grueling Miles continues the Publication Order of Two Thousand Grueling Miles Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rugged Trails
Rugged Trails continues the Publication Order of Two Thousand Grueling Miles Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Stormy Seas
Stormy Seas continues the Publication Order of Two Thousand Grueling Miles Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Piccadilly
The Piccadilly continues the Publication Order of Two Thousand Grueling Miles Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rush to Destiny
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Rush to Destiny, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
The Last Stand
The Last Stand is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Sounding Drum
Sounding Drum continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blood Mountain
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Mountain as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases L.J. Martin's mastery of suspense.
Shadow of the Mast
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Shadow of the Mast, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Windfall
Windfall is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
FourPlay
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with FourPlay, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Unchained
Unchained continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Venom
Venom is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
West of the War
Conflict and courage define West of the War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by L.J. Martin that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
To Ride a Tall Horse
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with To Ride a Tall Horse, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
California Cocina
California Cocina is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Blood Lines
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Lines as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases L.J. Martin's mastery of suspense.
Slopes of the Sierra
Slopes of the Sierra is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
A Collection of Short Stories and More!
A Collection of Short Stories and More! continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Holy Hell
Holy Hell is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Small Crimes
The investigation intensifies in Small Crimes, as this installment of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of L.J. Martin's creation.
Mud, Blood, and Beer
A gripping mystery unfolds in Mud, Blood, and Beer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series showcases L.J. Martin's mastery of suspense.
Torn Together
Torn Together is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
From The Pea Patch
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with From The Pea Patch, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Cooking Wild & Wonderful
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Cooking Wild & Wonderful, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Myrtle Mae & The Crew
Myrtle Mae & The Crew continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Internet Rich
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Internet Rich, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
Cornucopia
Cornucopia continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Who's the Boss: An Employee's Manual
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Who's the Boss: An Employee's Manual, another outstanding contribution from L.J. Martin.
You, Me, and America
You, Me, and America continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Valley of Skulls
Valley of Skulls is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Callihan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
The Earps
The Earps is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Callihan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
The Peacemakers
The Peacemakers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of L.J. Martin have come to expect.
Showdown at Demon's Drop
Showdown at Demon's Drop continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with L.J. Martin's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is L.J. Martin?
L.J. Martin is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 66 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Ned Cody Books, Publication Order of Clint Ryan Books, Publication Order of Montana Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best L.J. Martin series to start with?
For readers new to L.J. Martin's work, the Publication Order of Ned Cody Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with Mojave Showdown to start from the very beginning.
How many books has L.J. Martin written?
L.J. Martin has written over 66 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read L.J. Martin books in order?
Yes, reading L.J. Martin'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 L.J. Martin write in?
L.J. Martin writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 66 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are L.J. Martin's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of L.J. Martin'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 L.J. Martin's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, L.J. Martin's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Ned Cody Books series. The first book, Mojave Showdown, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.