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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 "The Double Man" (1985) and follow publication order through all 6 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
The Double Man
1985
A Baker's Nickel
1986
One Eyed Kings
1991
Murder in the Senate
1992
Dragon Fire
2006
Of Sons and Seasons
1978
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