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William Johnston

Bestselling Author • 10 Series • 64 Books

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Series
64
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Searching Spector (1960)
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Publication Order of Flying Nun Books
Start with: Miracle at San Tanco (1968)
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Publication Order of Happy Days Books
Start with: Ready to Go Steady (1974)

About William Johnston

William Johnston was one of the popular authors from America who has written a number of highly successful novels in his career. He was born on January 11, 1924 in Lincoln, Illinois, United States, and died on October 15, 2010. Johnston has many of his novels under a number of pen names such as Willa Jay, Alex Steele, Susan Claudia, William Howard, Ed Garth, and Heather Sinclair. Before becoming a full time author he was involved in a variety of activities. In the year 1942, he joined the American navy and went on to serve in the Pacific Ocean, Later, he worked as an advertising executive, PR man, disc jockey, magazine editor, as well as a number of other jobs. Eventually, he began his writing career in the year 1960 with his first novel, The Marriage Cage. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, William Johnston 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 William Johnston

Publication Order of Doctor Kildare Books
3 books 1963–1964
1

The Faces of Love

The Faces of Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Doctor Kildare Books series by William Johnston.

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1963
2

The Heart Has An Answer.

The Heart Has An Answer. explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Doctor Kildare Books series by William Johnston.

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1963
3

The Magic Key

Magic takes center stage in The Magic Key, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Doctor Kildare Books series that expands the enchanting world created by William Johnston.

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1964
Publication Order of Flying Nun Books
5 books 1968–1968
1

Miracle at San Tanco

Miracle at San Tanco is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flying Nun Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1968
2

The Littlest Rebels

The Littlest Rebels continues the Publication Order of Flying Nun Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1968
3

Mother of Invention

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Flying Nun Books with Mother of Invention, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1968
4

The Little Green Men

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Flying Nun Books with The Little Green Men, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1968
5

The Underground Picnic

The Underground Picnic is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flying Nun Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1968
Publication Order of Happy Days Books
8 books 1974–1977
1

Ready to Go Steady

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Happy Days Books with Ready to Go Steady, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1974
2

Fonzie Drops In

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Happy Days Books with Fonzie Drops In, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1974
3

The Invaders

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Happy Days Books with The Invaders, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1975
4

Fonzie, Fonzie Superstar

Fonzie, Fonzie Superstar is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Happy Days Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1976
5

The Bike Tycoon

The Bike Tycoon continues the Publication Order of Happy Days Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
6

Fonz and La Zonga

Fonz and La Zonga continues the Publication Order of Happy Days Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
7

Dear Fonzie...

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Happy Days Books with Dear Fonzie..., another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1977
8

Fonzie Goes to College

Fonzie Goes to College is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Happy Days Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1977
Publication Order of Lancer Brady Bunch Novelizations Books
1 books 1970–1970
1

Brady Bunch

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lancer Brady Bunch Novelizations Books with Brady Bunch, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1970
Publication Order of Max Smart Books
9 books 1965–1969
1

Get Smart

Get Smart continues the Publication Order of Max Smart Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1965
2

Get Smart Once Again

Get Smart Once Again is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Max Smart Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1966
3

Missed It By That Much!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Smart Books with Missed It By That Much!, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1966
4

Max Smart and the Perilous Pellets

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Smart Books with Max Smart and the Perilous Pellets, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1966
5

Sorry, Chief...

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Smart Books with Sorry, Chief..., another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1966
6

And Loving It!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Smart Books with And Loving It!, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1967
7

The Spy Who Went Out to the Cold

The Spy Who Went Out to the Cold is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Max Smart Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1968
8

Max Smart Loses Control

Max Smart Loses Control continues the Publication Order of Max Smart Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1968
9

Max Smart and the Ghastly Ghost Affair

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Max Smart Books with Max Smart and the Ghastly Ghost Affair, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1969
Publication Order of The Munsters Books
2 books 1965–1966
1

The Great Camera Caper

The Great Camera Caper continues the Publication Order of The Munsters Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1965
2

The Last Resort

The Last Resort continues the Publication Order of The Munsters Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1966
Publication Order of The Nurses Books
2 books 1963–1963
1

The Nurses

The Nurses continues the Publication Order of The Nurses Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1963
2

Two Loves Has Nurse Powell

Two Loves Has Nurse Powell explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of The Nurses Books series by William Johnston.

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1963
Publication Order of Welcome Back, Kotter Books
6 books 1976–1977
1

10-4 Sweathogs!

10-4 Sweathogs! continues the Publication Order of Welcome Back, Kotter Books story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
2

The Sweathog Newshawks

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Welcome Back, Kotter Books with The Sweathog Newshawks, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1976
3

Sweathog Trail

Sweathog Trail is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Welcome Back, Kotter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1976
4

The Super Sweathogs

The Super Sweathogs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Welcome Back, Kotter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1976
5

The Sweathog Sit-In

The Sweathog Sit-In is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Welcome Back, Kotter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1977
6

Barbarino Drops Out

Barbarino Drops Out is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Welcome Back, Kotter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1977
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
27 books 1960–1990
1

Searching Spector

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Searching Spector, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1960
2

Ben Casey

Ben Casey continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1962
3

The Marriage Cage

The Marriage Cage continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1962
4

A Fear in Borzano

A Fear in Borzano is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1966
5

A Silent Voice

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Silent Voice, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1967
6

Captain Nice

Captain Nice continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1967
7

They Came From the Sea

They Came From the Sea continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1969
8

Room 222

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Room 222, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1970
9

Bewitched - the Opposite Uncle

Magic takes center stage in Bewitched - the Opposite Uncle, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series that expands the enchanting world created by William Johnston.

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1970
10

Sam Weskit on the Planet Framingham

Sam Weskit on the Planet Framingham is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1970
11

Barney

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

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1970
12

Bomb in the Classroom

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Bomb in the Classroom, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1971
13

Klute

Klute continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1971
14

Madness at the Castle

Madness at the Castle is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1971
15

Asylum

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

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1972
16

Banyon

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

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1972
17

Master of Foxhollow

Master of Foxhollow continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1973
18

Clock and Bell

Clock and Bell continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1974
19

The Other Brother

The Other Brother continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1974
20

Sons and Daughters

Sons and Daughters is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1974
21

Follow the Heart

Follow the Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by William Johnston.

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1976
22

Mrs. Barthelme's Madness

Mrs. Barthelme's Madness continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Johnston's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1976
23

Echoes of a Summer

Echoes of a Summer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1976
24

The Remembered Kiss

The Remembered Kiss explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by William Johnston.

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1976
25

Gore Vidal's Caligula

Gore Vidal's Caligula is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1979
26

Cradle to Grave

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Cradle to Grave, another outstanding contribution from William Johnston.

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1983
27

Dick Tracy

Dick Tracy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Johnston have come to expect.

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1990
Publication Order of Children's Books
1 books 1963–1963
1

Yogi Bear and the Cranky Magician

Magic takes center stage in Yogi Bear and the Cranky Magician, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Children's Books series that expands the enchanting world created by William Johnston.

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1963

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is William Johnston?

William Johnston is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 64 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Doctor Kildare Books, Publication Order of Flying Nun Books, Publication Order of Happy Days Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best William Johnston series to start with?

For readers new to William Johnston's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 27 books. Begin with Searching Spector to start from the very beginning.

How many books has William Johnston written?

William Johnston has written over 64 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read William Johnston books in order?

Yes, reading William Johnston'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 William Johnston write in?

William Johnston writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 64 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are William Johnston's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of William Johnston'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 William Johnston's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, William Johnston's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Searching Spector, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.