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Dinotopia

by Alan Dean Foster

20 books Started 1992 Latest 2019
Publication Reading Order

The Dinotopia is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by Alan Dean Foster, made up of 20 books published between 1992 and 2019. It begins with Dinotopia Pop-Up Book ( By: James Gurney) (1992), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Dinotopia: Windchaser (Short Story) ( By: Scott Ciencin) (2019), spanning 27 years of storytelling.

20books
27years active
3decades
~1.4yrs between books
2019latest release
# Title Year Buy
1990s
1 Dinotopia Pop-Up Book ( By: James Gurney) 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 A Land Apart from Time ( By: James Gurney) 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The World Beneath ( By: James Gurney) 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 River Quest ( By: John Vornholt) 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Dinotopia Lost 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Sabertooth Mountain (Short Story) ( By: John Vornholt) 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Lost City ( By: Scott Ciencin) 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Thunder Falls ( By: Scott Ciencin) 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Firestorm ( By: Gene DeWeese) 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 The Maze ( By: Peter David) 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 The Hand of Dinotopia 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Sky Dance ( By: Scott Ciencin) 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 First Flight (Short Story) ( By: James Gurney) 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
14 Chomper (Short Story) ( By: Donald F. Glut) 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 Return to Lost City ( By: Scott Ciencin, Alice Alfonsi) 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 The Explorers ( By: Scott Ciencin) 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Oasis ( By: Catherine Hapka) 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Dolphin Watch (Short Story) ( By: John Vornholt) 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Journey to Chandara ( By: James Gurney) 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
20 Dinotopia: Windchaser (Short Story) ( By: Scott Ciencin)Latest 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Dinotopia series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Dinotopia series?

Start with Dinotopia Pop-Up Book ( By: James Gurney) (1992), the first book in the Dinotopia series by Alan Dean Foster. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Dinotopia series?

There are 20 books in the Dinotopia series by Alan Dean Foster, published between 1992 and 2019.

What is the first book in the Dinotopia series?

The first book in the Dinotopia series is Dinotopia Pop-Up Book ( By: James Gurney), published in 1992 by Alan Dean Foster.

What is the latest book in the Dinotopia series?

The most recent book in the Dinotopia series is Dinotopia: Windchaser (Short Story) ( By: Scott Ciencin) (2019) by Alan Dean Foster.

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About Alan Dean Foster

Alan Dean Foster (born November 18, 1946) is an American science fiction and fantasy author. Foster began writing in the late 1960s and has since published over 100 novels and short stories. His works are known for their vivid imagination, complex characters, and engaging plots. Some of his most famous works include "The Tar-Aiym Krang" series, "The Humanx Commonwealth" series, and the novelizations of several popular movies, including "Star Wars," "Alien," and "The Chronicles of Narnia." Foster has won numerous awards for his work, including the Nebula Award, the Hugo Award, and the Bram Stoker Award. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold over 10 million copies worldwide. Alan Dean Foster is considered one of the most successful and influential science fiction and fantasy authors of our time. His works continue to be enjoyed by readers of all ages and inspire new generations of writers.

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