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Hap and Leonard

by Joe Lansdale

21 books Started 1990 Latest 2024
Publication Reading Order

The Hap and Leonard is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by Joe Lansdale, made up of 21 books published between 1990 and 2024. It begins with Savage Season (1990), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Sugar on the Bones (2024), spanning 34 years of storytelling.

21books
34years active
4decades
~1.7yrs between books
2024latest release
# Title Year Buy
1990s
1 Savage Season 1990 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Mucho Mojo 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 The Two-Bear Mambo 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Bad Chili 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Rumble Tumble 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
6 Captains Outrageous 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Vanilla Ride 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
8 Devil Red 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Hyenas 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Dead Aim 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Honky Tonk Samurai 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Briar Patch Boogie 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Miracles Ain't What They Used to Be ( With: Eleanor Arnason) 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Coco Butternut 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 Rusty Puppy 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Cold Cotton (Short Story) 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Jackrabbit Smile 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 The Elephant of Surprise 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
19 Of Mice and Minestrone 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 Born for Trouble 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 Sugar on the BonesLatest 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Hap and Leonard series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Hap and Leonard series?

Start with Savage Season (1990), the first book in the Hap and Leonard series by Joe Lansdale. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Hap and Leonard series?

There are 21 books in the Hap and Leonard series by Joe Lansdale, published between 1990 and 2024.

What is the first book in the Hap and Leonard series?

The first book in the Hap and Leonard series is Savage Season, published in 1990 by Joe Lansdale.

What is the latest book in the Hap and Leonard series?

The most recent book in the Hap and Leonard series is Sugar on the Bones (2024) by Joe Lansdale.

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About Joe Lansdale

Joe R. Lansdale (born October 28, 1951) is an American writer known for his work in multiple genres, including horror, crime fiction, Western, science fiction, and suspense. Born in Gladewater, Texas, Lansdale has penned over 50 novels and 600 short stories, notable among them the "Hap and Leonard" crime series, "The Drive-In" horror novel, and the "Dead in the West" Western series. Lansdale's work has garnered widespread critical acclaim, earning him numerous awards, including the Bram Stoker Award, Edgar Award, World Fantasy Award, and British Fantasy Award. His writing is characterized by its blend of vivid imagery, hard-hitting action, and wry humor, making him one of the most influential and respected contemporary authors in the genre.

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