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Matt Dinniman

Matt Dinniman Reading Order

7 series · 20 books

Action & AdventureFantasy

Matt Dinniman is a prolific author known for his engaging works in the realm of fantasy and adventure. With 20 publications spanning seven series, including the popular Dominion of Blades and Dungeon Crawler Carl, as well as graphic novels and standalone stories, he captivates readers with his unique storytelling style. Active from 2003 to 2026, Dinniman's contributions to the genre have left a lasting mark in modern literature.

Anthologies Series

Ongoing

2 books (2025–2025)

Start with Appalachian Strong: A Charity Anthology Benefiting the Survivors of Hurricane Helene and read in order.

#Title
1
Appalachian Strong: A Charity Anthology Benefiting the Survivors of Hurricane Helene
2025Buy 🇺🇸
2
Grimoire
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2005–2005)

#Title
1
Cover of Trailer Park Fairy Tales
Trailer Park Fairy Tales
2005Buy 🇺🇸

Dominion of Blades Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2018)

Start with Dominion of Blades and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Dominion of Blades
Dominion of Blades
2017Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of The Hobgoblin Riot
The Hobgoblin Riot
2018Buy 🇺🇸

Dungeon Crawler Carl Series

Ongoing

8 books (2020–2026)

Start with Dungeon Crawler Carl, the first of 8 books in the Dungeon Crawler Carl series.

#Title
1
Dungeon Crawler Carl
2020Buy 🇺🇸
2
Carl's Doomsday Scenario
2021Buy 🇺🇸
3
The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook
2021Buy 🇺🇸
4
The Gate of the Feral Gods
2021Buy 🇺🇸
5
The Butcher's Masquerade
2022Buy 🇺🇸
6
The Eye of the Bedlam Bride
2023Buy 🇺🇸
7
This Inevitable Ruin
2024Buy 🇺🇸
8
A Parade of Horribles
2026Buy 🇺🇸

Dungeon Crawler Carl Graphic Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2026–2026)

#Title
1
Cover of Dungeon Crawler Carl: Graphic Novel Vol. 1
Dungeon Crawler Carl: Graphic Novel Vol. 1
2026Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

3 books (2013–2026)

Start with The Grinding and read in order.

#Title
1
The Grinding
2013Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Kaiju: Battlefield Surgeon
Kaiju: Battlefield Surgeon
2019Buy 🇺🇸
3
Operation Bounce House
2026Buy 🇺🇸

The Shivered Sky Series

Complete

3 books (2003–2003)

Start with Every Grain of Sand and read in order.

#Title
1
Every Grain of Sand
2003Buy 🇺🇸
2
In the City of Demons
2003Buy 🇺🇸
3
The Great Devouring Darkness
2003Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Matt Dinniman written?
Matt Dinniman has written 20 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Matt Dinniman series?
Here are the first books in Matt Dinniman's series: Anthologies: Appalachian Strong: A Charity Anthology Benefiting the Survivors of Hurricane Helene; Dominion of Blades: Dominion of Blades; Dungeon Crawler Carl: Dungeon Crawler Carl; The Shivered Sky: Every Grain of Sand.
What order should I read Matt Dinniman's books?
We recommend reading Matt Dinniman's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Matt Dinniman still writing new books?
Yes, Matt Dinniman has 3 ongoing series: Anthologies, Dungeon Crawler Carl, Standalone Novels.

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