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Spike Milligan

Bestselling Author • 12 Series • 90 Books

12
Series
90
Books
12
Active

🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books
Start with: The BibleAccording to Spike Milligan (1993)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of The Goon Show Books
Start with: The Goon Show Scripts (1972)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books
Start with: Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall (1971)

About Spike Milligan

Terence Alan Milligan otherwise known as Spike Milligan was an Irish-English actor, playwright, poet, musician, and writer, best known for the series of comical autobiographical works documenting his experiences as a soldier in the WWII British Army, children’s poetry and the highly popular TV strip, The Goon Show. Born of an English mother and an Irish father, he spent most of childhood in India the country of his birth, before immigrating to the UK later in life. He adopted the nickname of Spike after hearing the Spike Jones and his City Slickers band playing on Radio Luxembourg. He was most famous for being the lead character in The Goon Show, while also being the chief writer and co-creator. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series, Spike Milligan 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 Spike Milligan

Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books
10 books 1993–2002
1

The BibleAccording to Spike Milligan

The BibleAccording to Spike Milligan continues the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993
2

Lady Chatterly's Lover According to Spike Milligan

Lady Chatterly's Lover According to Spike Milligan explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series by Spike Milligan.

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1994
3

D.H.Lawrence's John Thomas And Lady Jane According to Spike Milligan

D.H.Lawrence's John Thomas And Lady Jane According to Spike Milligan continues the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
4

Wuthering Heights According To Spike Milligan

Wuthering Heights According To Spike Milligan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1995
5

Black Beauty According to Spike Milligan

Black Beauty According to Spike Milligan continues the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
6

Frankenstein according to Spike Milligan

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books with Frankenstein according to Spike Milligan, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1997
7

Robin Hood According to Spike Milligan

Robin Hood According to Spike Milligan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1998
8

The Hound of the Baskervilles According to Spike Milligan

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books with The Hound of the Baskervilles According to Spike Milligan, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1998
9

Treasure Island According To Spike Milligan

Treasure Island According To Spike Milligan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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2001
10

Classic Adventures According to Spike Milligan

Classic Adventures According to Spike Milligan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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2002
Publication Order of The Goon Show Books
10 books 1972–2017
1

The Goon Show Scripts

The Goon Show Scripts continues the Publication Order of The Goon Show Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1972
2

More Goon Show Scripts

More Goon Show Scripts continues the Publication Order of The Goon Show Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1973
3

The Book of the Goons

The Book of the Goons is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Goon Show Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1974
4

The Goon Show Companion: A History and Goonography

The Goon Show Companion: A History and Goonography continues the Publication Order of The Goon Show Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
5

Goon Cartoons

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Goon Show Books with Goon Cartoons, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1982
6

More Goon Cartoons

More Goon Cartoons continues the Publication Order of The Goon Show Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1983
7

The Lost Goon Shows

The Lost Goon Shows is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Goon Show Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1988
8

The Goons

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Goon Show Books with The Goons, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1997
9

Goon Again

Goon Again is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Goon Show Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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2001
10

The Goon Show

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Goon Show Books with The Goon Show, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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2017
Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books
9 books 1971–1995
1

Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall

Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall continues the Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1971
2

'Rommel?' 'Gunner Who?'

'Rommel?' 'Gunner Who?' continues the Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1974
3

Monty, His Part In My Victory

Monty, His Part In My Victory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1976
4

Mussolini: His Part in My Downfall

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books with Mussolini: His Part in My Downfall, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1978
5

Where Have All the Bullets Gone?

Where Have All the Bullets Gone? continues the Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
6

Goodbye Soldier

Conflict and courage define Goodbye Soldier, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books series by Spike Milligan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1986
7

Milligan's War

Conflict and courage define Milligan's War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books series by Spike Milligan that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1988
8

Peace Work

Peace Work is an essential installment in the Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1991
9

Gunner Milligan, 954024

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books with Gunner Milligan, 954024, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1995
Publication Order of William McGonagall Books
4 books 1975–1992
1

The Great MaGonagall Scrap Book

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of William McGonagall Books with The Great MaGonagall Scrap Book, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1975
2

William McGonagall: The Truth at Last

William McGonagall: The Truth at Last is an essential installment in the Publication Order of William McGonagall Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1976
3

William McGonagall Meets George Gershwin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of William McGonagall Books with William McGonagall Meets George Gershwin, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1988
4

William McGonagall: Freefall

William McGonagall: Freefall is an essential installment in the Publication Order of William McGonagall Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1992
Publication Order of The Nation's Favourite Poems Books
1 books 2001–2001
1

The Nation's Favourite Children's Poems

The Nation's Favourite Children's Poems is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Nation's Favourite Poems Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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2001
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
10 books 1963–2000
1

The Little Pot Boiler

The Little Pot Boiler is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1963
2

Puckoon

Puckoon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1963
3

Chill Air

Chill Air continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
4

There's A Lot Of It About!

There's A Lot Of It About! continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1983
5

The Melting Pot

The Melting Pot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1983
6

The Looney

The Looney is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1987
7

That's Amazing

That's Amazing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1989
8

It Ends With Magic

Magic takes center stage in It Ends With Magic, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that expands the enchanting world created by Spike Milligan.

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1990
9

Condensed Animals

Condensed Animals is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1991
10

The Murphy

The Murphy continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
Publication Order of Chapbooks
3 books 1981–1990
1

If Only I Were Bald

If Only I Were Bald is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1981
2

Sir Nobonk And The Terrible, Awful, Dreadful, Naughty, Nasty Dragon

Epic adventure awaits in Sir Nobonk And The Terrible, Awful, Dreadful, Naughty, Nasty Dragon, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series that raises the stakes across the realm Spike Milligan has built.

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1982
3

Sunday-midnight

Sunday-midnight is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapbooks series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1990
Publication Order of Picture Books
3 books 1968–1974
1

The Bald Twit Lion

The Bald Twit Lion is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1968
2

Bad Jelly the Witch: A Fairy Story

Magic takes center stage in Bad Jelly the Witch: A Fairy Story, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Picture Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Spike Milligan.

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1973
3

Dip the puppy

Dip the puppy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1974
Publication Order of Plays
1 books 1972–1972
1

The Bedsitting Room

The Bedsitting Room continues the Publication Order of Plays story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1972
Publication Order of Collections
28 books 1959–2009
1

Silly Verse For Kids

Silly Verse For Kids continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1959
2

The Bedside Milligan

The Bedside Milligan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1960
3

A Dustbin of Milligan

A Dustbin of Milligan continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1961
4

A Book of Milliganimals

A Book of Milliganimals continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1968
5

Small Dreams Of A Scorpion

Small Dreams Of A Scorpion is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1972
6

Book of Bits or a Bit of a Book

Book of Bits or a Bit of a Book continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1974
7

Spike Milligan's Transports of Delight

Spike Milligan's Transports of Delight continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1974
8

Goblins

Goblins is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1978
9

Open Heart University

Open Heart University explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Collections series by Spike Milligan.

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1979
10

The Q Annual

The Q Annual continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1979
11

Get in the Q annual.

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Get in the Q annual., another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1980
12

Unspun Socks From A Chicken's Laundry

Unspun Socks From A Chicken's Laundry continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1982
13

Indefinite Articles and Scunthorpe

Indefinite Articles and Scunthorpe continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1983
14

Potboiling Dustbin Full Of Bits

Potboiling Dustbin Full Of Bits continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1984
15

The 101 Best And Only Limericks Of Spike Milligan

The 101 Best And Only Limericks Of Spike Milligan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1984
16

Floored Masterpieces with Worse Verse

Floored Masterpieces with Worse Verse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1985
17

Spike Milligan's Further Transports Of Delight

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Spike Milligan's Further Transports Of Delight, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1985
18

Startling Verse For All The Family

Startling Verse For All The Family continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1987
19

The Mirror Running

The Mirror Running is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1987
20

Scunthorpe Revisited - Added Articles and Instant Relatives

Scunthorpe Revisited - Added Articles and Instant Relatives continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
21

Hidden Words

Hidden Words is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1993
22

Fleas, Knees And Hidden Elephants

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Fleas, Knees And Hidden Elephants, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1995
23

Poems

Poems continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
24

A Mad Medley Of Milligan

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with A Mad Medley Of Milligan, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1999
25

A Children's Treasury of Milligan

A Children's Treasury of Milligan continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
26

The Essential Spike Milligan

The Essential Spike Milligan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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2002
27

The Compulsive Spike Milligan

The Compulsive Spike Milligan continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
28

The Magical World of Milligan

Magic takes center stage in The Magical World of Milligan, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Collections series that expands the enchanting world created by Spike Milligan.

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2009
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
10 books 1973–2013
1

Milligan's Ark

Milligan's Ark is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1973
2

The Spike Milligan Letters

The Spike Milligan Letters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1977
3

More Spike Milligan Letters

More Spike Milligan Letters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1984
4

My Mother

My Mother continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1991
5

Depression And How To Survive It

Depression And How To Survive It continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993
6

Milligan's Meaning of Life

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Milligan's Meaning of Life, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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1994
7

Spike Milligan: A Celebration

Spike Milligan: A Celebration is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1995
8

The Family Album

The Family Album is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Spike Milligan have come to expect.

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1999
9

Box 18

Box 18 continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
10

Spike Milligan

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Spike Milligan, another outstanding contribution from Spike Milligan.

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2013
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books 1973–1973
1

Nothing Solemn

Nothing Solemn continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Spike Milligan's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1973

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Spike Milligan?

Spike Milligan is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 90 books. Popular series include Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books, Publication Order of The Goon Show Books, Publication Order of War (and Peace) Memoirs Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Spike Milligan series to start with?

For readers new to Spike Milligan's work, the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 10 books. Begin with The BibleAccording to Spike Milligan to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Spike Milligan written?

Spike Milligan has written over 90 books across 12 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Spike Milligan books in order?

Yes, reading Spike Milligan'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 Spike Milligan write in?

Spike Milligan writes primarily in fiction. With 12 series across 90 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Spike Milligan's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Spike Milligan'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 Spike Milligan's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Spike Milligan's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of According to Spike Milligan Books series. The first book, The BibleAccording to Spike Milligan, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.