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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 Land Tamers" (1987) and follow publication order through all 7 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
The Land Tamers
1987
One Step Over the Border
2007
Creede of Old Montana
2009
Cowboy for a Rainy Afternoon
2010
Throw the Devil Off the Train
2011
Aim Low, Shoot High
2012
When the Cowboys Come to Town
2013
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