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Dan Smith Reading Order

3 series · 16 books

HorrorNon-FictionScience FictionYoung Adult

Dan Smith is an accomplished author known for his captivating contributions to the horror and science fiction genres. Over his writing career from 2010 to 2025, he has released 16 books spanning three series, including the Crooked Oak Mysteries, standalone novels, and children's literature. His most recognized work, "I Am Not a Serial Killer," gained further fame with a film adaptation in 2016.

Children's Series

Complete

1 book (2025–2025)

#Title
1
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The Night House Files - The Wintermoor Lights
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Crooked Oak Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2021–2023)

Start with The Beast of Harwood Forest, the first of 4 books in the Crooked Oak Mysteries series.

#Title
1
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The Beast of Harwood Forest
2021Buy 🇺🇸
2
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The Invasion of Crooked Oak
2021Buy 🇺🇸
3
The Horror of Dunwick Farm
2022Buy 🇺🇸
4
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The Terror of Hilltop House(By: Dan Smith)
2023Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

11 books (2010–2019)

Start with Dry Season, the first of 11 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
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Dry Season
2010Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Dark Horizons
2011Buy 🇺🇸
3
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The Child Thief
2012Buy 🇺🇸
4
My Friend the Enemy
2013Buy 🇺🇸
5
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Red Winter
2013Buy 🇺🇸
6
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My Brother's Secret
2014Buy 🇺🇸
7
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The Darkest Heart
2014Buy 🇺🇸
8
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Big Game
2015Buy 🇺🇸
9
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Boy X
2016Buy 🇺🇸
10
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Below Zero
2018Buy 🇺🇸
11
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She Wolf
2019Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Dan Smith written?
Dan Smith has written 16 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Dan Smith series?
Here are the first books in Dan Smith's series: Crooked Oak Mysteries: The Beast of Harwood Forest.
What order should I read Dan Smith's books?
We recommend reading Dan Smith's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Dan Smith's series complete?
Dan Smith has 2 completed series.

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