Thorne Smith Reading Order
5 series · 19 books · Born 1892
Thorne Smith was a prolific American author celebrated for his witty supernatural fantasy fiction, penning 19 books across five series, including Biltmore Oswald and the beloved Topper series. Active from 1918 until 2020, he captivated readers with his humorous tales that often blended the mundane with the fantastical, particularly in his most recognized works featuring lively spirits and clever escapades. His writing, characterized by vibrant illustrations and a playful tone, left a lasting impact on the genre during its peak popularity in the early to mid-20th century.
Biltmore Oswald Series
Complete2 books (1918–1919)
Start with Biltmore Oswald and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Biltmore Oswald 1918Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Out O' Luck 1919Buy 🇺🇸 |
Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Haunts and By-Paths, and Other Poems 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete3 books (2011–2020)
Start with A Smokey Lady in Knickers and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  A Smokey Lady in Knickers 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Yonder's Henry 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Bishop’s Jaegers 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete10 books (1927–1941)
Start with Dream's End, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dream's End 1927Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Stray Lamb 1929Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Did She Fall? 1930Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Lazy Bear Lane 1931Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Night Life of the Gods 1931Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Turnabout 1931Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Rain in the Doorway 1933Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Skin and Bones 1933Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Glorious Pool 1934Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The Passionate Witch 1941Buy 🇺🇸 |
Topper Series
Complete3 books (1926–1932)
Start with The Jovial Ghosts: The Misadventures of Topper and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Jovial Ghosts: The Misadventures of Topper 1926Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Topper 1926Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Topper Takes a Trip 1932Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Thorne Smith written?
- Thorne Smith has written 19 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1918 to 2020.
- What is the first book in each Thorne Smith series?
- Here are the first books in Thorne Smith's series: Biltmore Oswald: Biltmore Oswald; Short Stories/Novellas: A Smokey Lady in Knickers; Topper: The Jovial Ghosts: The Misadventures of Topper.
- What order should I read Thorne Smith's books?
- We recommend reading Thorne Smith's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Thorne Smith's series complete?
- Thorne Smith has 5 completed series.