
James Dashner Reading Order
9 series Β· 31 books Β· Born 1972
James Dashner is an American author celebrated for his contributions to speculative fiction, particularly in the young adult genre. With a prolific career spanning from 2003 to 2025, he has penned 31 books across nine series, including the acclaimed Maze Runner and its associated novellas and collections, as well as the Jimmy Fincher Saga. His engaging storytelling and thrilling plots have captivated a generation of readers.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2018β2018)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hope Nation 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
Infinity Ring Series
Complete8 books (2012β2014)
Start with A Mutiny in Time, the first of 8 books in the Infinity Ring series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Mutiny in Time 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Divide and Conquer(By: Carrie Ryan) 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Behind Enemy Lines(By: Jennifer A. Nielsen) 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Cave of Wonders(By: Matthew J. Kirby) 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Curse of the Ancients(By: Matt de la Pena) 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | The Trap Door(By: Lisa McMann) 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Eternity(By: Matt de la Pena) 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | The Iron Empire 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Jimmy Fincher Saga Series
Complete4 books (2003β2005)
Start with A Door in the Woods, the first of 4 books in the Jimmy Fincher Saga series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Door in the Woods 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | A Gift of Ice 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Tower of Air 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | War of the Black Curtain 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
Maze Cutter Series
Ongoing3 books (2022β2025)
Start with The Maze Cutter and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Maze Cutter 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Godhead Complex 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Infinite Glade 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Maze Runner Series
Complete5 books (2009β2016)
Start with The Maze Runner, the first of 5 books in the Maze Runner series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Maze Runner 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Scorch Trials 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Death Cure 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Kill Order 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | The Fever Code 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
Maze Runner Collections Series
Complete1 book (2013β2013)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Maze Runner Files 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
Maze Runner Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2020β2020)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Crank Palace 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
The 13th Reality Series
Complete4 books (2008β2012)
Start with The Journal of Curious Letters, the first of 4 books in the The 13th Reality series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Journal of Curious Letters 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Hunt for Dark Infinity 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Blade of Shattered Hope 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Void of Mist and Thunder 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
The Mortality Doctrine Series
Complete4 books (2013β2015)
Start with The Eye of Minds, the first of 4 books in the The Mortality Doctrine series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Eye of Minds 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Gunner Skale 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Rule of Thoughts 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Game of Lives 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
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.

