Ruth Plumly Thompson Reading Order
1 series · 32 books
Ruth Plumly Thompson was an American children's author who became the primary custodian of L. Frank Baum's Oz universe following his death, penning numerous adventures set in the beloved magical land. Working in the early twentieth century, Thompson expanded the Oz mythology with imaginative stories that maintained Baum's whimsical tone while introducing new characters and fantastical realms. Her prolific output helped establish Oz as one of literature's most enduring fictional worlds, securing her legacy as a foundational figure in American children's fantasy literature.
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete32 books
Ruth Plumly Thompson wrote 32 standalone novels set in the Land of Oz, published beginning in 1921 as a complete series. These books should be read in publication order, starting with The Royal Book of Oz and continuing through titles such as Captain Salt in Oz, Handy Mandy in Oz, Kabumpo in Oz, and Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz. Each novel can be enjoyed independently, though reading them chronologically by publication date provides the fullest experience of Thompson's contributions to the Oz universe.
Start with The Royal Book of Oz, the first of 32 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Captain Salt in Oz |
| 2 | Complete Oz |
| 3 | Further Adventures in Oz |
| 4 | Giant Horse of Oz (Wonderful Oz Books) |
| 5 | Gnome King of Oz (Histories of King Kelson) |
| 6 | Grampa in Oz |
| 7 | Handy Mandy in Oz |
| 8 | Jack Pumpkinhead of Oz |
| 9 | Kabumpo in Oz |
| 10 | Ojo in Oz |
| 11 | Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz |
| 12 | Pirates in Oz |
| 13 | Sissajig And Other Surprises |
| 14 | Speedy in Oz |
| 15 | Start Oz Super Pack |
| 16 | The Enchanted Land of Oz |
| 17 | The Lost King of Oz |
| 18 | The Purple Prince of Oz |
| 19 | The Wish Express |
| 20 | The Wizard of Oz Collection |
| 21 | The Wonder Book: Stories, Pictures, Games, Puzzles, Hero Tales, Animal Lore, Plays, Fun and Fancy |
| 22 | The Yellow Knight of Oz |
| 23 | The cowardly lion of Oz |
| 24 | The hungry tiger of Oz |
| 25 | The princess of Cozytown |
| 26 | The silver princess in Oz |
| 27 | The wishing horse of Oz |
| 28 | The wizard of way-up and other wonders |
| 29 | The yellow knight of Oz |
| 30 | Wizard of Oz Megapack |
| 31 | Yankee in Oz |
| 32 | The Royal Book of Oz 1921 |
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