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Standalone Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Standalone books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Standalone series? Start with "Happy Families" (1958) and follow publication order through all 9 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Happy Families
1958
This Side Jordan
1960
The Prophet's Camel Bell
1963
The Tomorrow-Tamer
1963
Now I Lay Me Down
1968
Jason's Quest
1970
Heart of a Stranger
1976
The Olden Days Coat
1979
Christmas Birthday Story
1980
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