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James Dashner

James Dashner Reading Order

9 series · 31 books · Born 1972

Young Adult

James Dashner is an American author specializing in speculative fiction for young adult and middle-grade audiences. He gained widespread recognition through The Maze Runner series, a dystopian saga that became a major film franchise, and continues to explore imaginative worlds across multiple series including The Infinity Ring, The Jimmy Fincher Saga, and Maze Cutter. With over 30 books published since 2003, Dashner has established himself as a prolific creator of high-concept science fiction and fantasy narratives that appeal to teen readers.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2018–2018)

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1

Infinity Ring Series

Complete

8 books (2012–2014)

Start with A Mutiny in Time, the first of 8 books in the Infinity Ring series.

Start this series with A Mutiny in Time

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A Mutiny in Time
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Divide and Conquer(By: Carrie Ryan)
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Behind Enemy Lines(By: Jennifer A. Nielsen)
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Cave of Wonders(By: Matthew J. Kirby)
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Curse of the Ancients(By: Matt de la Pena)
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Trap Door(By: Lisa McMann)
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Eternity(By: Matt de la Pena)
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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The Iron Empire
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Jimmy Fincher Saga Series

Complete

4 books (2003–2005)

Start with A Door in the Woods, the first of 4 books in the Jimmy Fincher Saga series.

Start this series with A Door in the Woods

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A Door in the Woods
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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A Gift of Ice
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Tower of Air
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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War of the Black Curtain
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Maze Cutter Series

Ongoing

3 books (2022–2025)

Start with The Maze Cutter and read in order.

Start this series with The Maze Cutter

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1
The Maze Cutter
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Godhead Complex
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Infinite Glade
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Maze Runner Series

Complete

5 books (2009–2016)

Start with The Maze Runner, the first of 5 books in the Maze Runner series.

Start this series with The Maze Runner

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1
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The Maze Runner
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Scorch Trials
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Death Cure
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Kill Order
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Fever Code
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Maze Runner Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2013–2013)

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1
The Maze Runner Files
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Maze Runner Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2020–2020)

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1
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Crank Palace
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The 13th Reality Series

Complete

4 books (2008–2012)

Start with The Journal of Curious Letters, the first of 4 books in the The 13th Reality series.

Start this series with The Journal of Curious Letters

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The Journal of Curious Letters
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Hunt for Dark Infinity
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Blade of Shattered Hope
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Void of Mist and Thunder
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Mortality Doctrine Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2015)

Start with The Eye of Minds, the first of 4 books in the The Mortality Doctrine series.

Start this series with The Eye of Minds

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The Eye of Minds
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Gunner Skale
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Rule of Thoughts
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Game of Lives
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has James Dashner written?
James Dashner has written 31 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2025.
What is the first book in each James Dashner series?
Here are the first books in James Dashner's series: Infinity Ring: A Mutiny in Time; Jimmy Fincher Saga: A Door in the Woods; Maze Cutter: The Maze Cutter; Maze Runner: The Maze Runner; The 13th Reality: The Journal of Curious Letters.
What order should I read James Dashner's books?
We recommend reading James Dashner's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is James Dashner still writing new books?
Yes, James Dashner has 1 ongoing series: Maze Cutter.

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