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W. Bruce Cameron Reading Order

8 series · 39 books · Born 1960

Non-Fiction

W. Bruce Cameron is an acclaimed author renowned for his heartwarming stories centered around dogs and the bond between humans and their furry companions. With a prolific career spanning from 2001 to 2025, he has penned 39 books across eight series, including popular titles like A Dog's Purpose, A Dog's Way Home, and Lily to the Rescue! His engaging storytelling and unique perspective on canine life have resonated with readers worldwide.

A Dog's Way Home Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2017–2021)

Start with A Dog's Way Home and read in order.

#Title
1
A Dog's Way Home
2017Buy 🇺🇸
2
A Dog's Courage
2021Buy 🇺🇸

Dog's Purpose Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2019)

Start with A Dog's Purpose and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of A Dog's Purpose
A Dog's Purpose
2010Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of A Dog's Journey
A Dog's Journey
2012Buy 🇺🇸
3
A Dog's Promise
2019Buy 🇺🇸

Dog's Purpose Puppy Tales Series

Ongoing

11 books (2015–2025)

Start with Ellie's Story, the first of 11 books in the Dog's Purpose Puppy Tales series.

#Title
1
Cover of Ellie's Story
Ellie's Story
2015Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Bailey's Story
Bailey's Story
2016Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Molly's Story
Molly's Story
2017Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of Max's Story
Max's Story
2018Buy 🇺🇸
5
Cover of Shelby's Story
Shelby's Story
2018Buy 🇺🇸
6
Cover of Lily's Story
Lily's Story
2019Buy 🇺🇸
7
Cover of Toby's Story
Toby's Story
2019Buy 🇺🇸
8
Cover of Bella's Story
Bella's Story
2020Buy 🇺🇸
9
Cover of Cooper's Story
Cooper's Story
2021Buy 🇺🇸
10
Cover of Lacey's Story
Lacey's Story
2022Buy 🇺🇸
11
Cover of Piper's Story
Piper's Story
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Dogs With A Purpose Series

Ongoing

2 books (2023–2024)

Start with Zeus: Water Rescue and read in order.

#Title
1
Zeus: Water Rescue
2023Buy 🇺🇸
2
Ripley: Fire Station Five
2024Buy 🇺🇸

Lily to the Rescue! Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2020–2021)

Start with Dog Dog Goose, the first of 8 books in the Lily to the Rescue! series.

#Title
1
Cover of Dog Dog Goose
Dog Dog Goose
2020Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of Lily to the Rescue
Lily to the Rescue
2020Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of The Not-So-Stinky Skunk
The Not-So-Stinky Skunk
2020Buy 🇺🇸
4
Two Little Piggles
2020Buy 🇺🇸
5
Foxes in a Fix
2021Buy 🇺🇸
6
Cover of Lost Little Leopard
Lost Little Leopard
2021Buy 🇺🇸
7
Cover of The Misfit Donkey
The Misfit Donkey
2021Buy 🇺🇸
8
The Three Bears
2021Buy 🇺🇸

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

4 books (2001–2017)

Start with 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter, the first of 4 books in the Non-Fiction series.

#Title
1
Cover of 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter
8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter
2001Buy 🇺🇸
2
How to Remodel a Man
2004Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of 8 Simple Rules for Marrying My Daughter
8 Simple Rules for Marrying My Daughter
2008Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of A Dad's Purpose
A Dad's Purpose
2017Buy 🇺🇸

Ruddy McCann Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2016)

Start with The Midnight Dog of the Repo Man and read in order.

#Title
1
The Midnight Dog of the Repo Man
2014Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of The Midnight Plan of the Repo Man
The Midnight Plan of the Repo Man
2014Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of Repo Madness
Repo Madness
2016Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

6 books (2011–2024)

Start with Emory's Gift, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
Cover of Emory's Gift
Emory's Gift
2011Buy 🇺🇸
2
Cover of A Dog for Christmas / The Dogs of Christmas
A Dog for Christmas / The Dogs of Christmas
2013Buy 🇺🇸
3
Cover of The Dog Master
The Dog Master
2015Buy 🇺🇸
4
Cover of A Dog's Perfect Christmas
A Dog's Perfect Christmas
2020Buy 🇺🇸
5
Cover of Love, Clancy: Diary of a Good Dog
Love, Clancy: Diary of a Good Dog
2023Buy 🇺🇸
6
My Three Dogs
2024Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has W. Bruce Cameron written?
W. Bruce Cameron has written 39 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2001 to 2025.
What is the first book in each W. Bruce Cameron series?
Here are the first books in W. Bruce Cameron's series: A Dog's Way Home: A Dog's Way Home; Dog's Purpose: A Dog's Purpose; Dog's Purpose Puppy Tales: Ellie's Story; Dogs With A Purpose: Zeus: Water Rescue; Lily to the Rescue!: Dog Dog Goose.
What order should I read W. Bruce Cameron's books?
We recommend reading W. Bruce Cameron's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is W. Bruce Cameron still writing new books?
Yes, W. Bruce Cameron has 3 ongoing series: Dog's Purpose Puppy Tales, Dogs With A Purpose, Standalone Novels.

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