Earl Hamner Jr. Books in Order

Earl Hamner Jr. is a renowned American television writer and producer, celebrated for his enduring contributions to the world of television. Born on July 10, 1923, in Schuyler, Virginia, Hamner's work spans several decades, with a notable focus on the 1970s and 1980s. His iconic series, The Waltons, stands as a testament to his creative prowess, while Falcon Crest further showcases his versatility as a television writer and producer. As a novelist, Hamner's critically acclaimed work, Spencer's Mountain, has been adapted into a film and television series. The book, inspired by his own childhood, serves as the basis for The Waltons, a series for which he provided voiceover narration, solidifying his impact on the entertainment industry.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Earl Hamner Jr.

  • #1
    Avocado Drive Zoo(1999)
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  • #2
    Goodnight, John Boy(2002)
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  • #3
    The Twilight Zone Scripts of Earl Hamner(2003)
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  • #4
    Generous Women: An Appreciation(2006)
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  • #5
    Twilight Zone: 19 Original Stories on the 50th Anniversary(2009)
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  • #6
    A Feast of Frights from The Horror Zine(2012)
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  • #7
    Shadow Masters(2013)
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  • #1
    Fifty Roads to Town(1953)
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  • #2
    Spencer's Mountain(1961)
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  • #3
    You Can't Get There from Here(1965)
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  • #4
    The Homecoming(1970)
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  • #5
    Lassie, a Christmas Story(1998)
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  • #6
    Murder in Tinseltown (With: Don Sipes)(2000)
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About Earl Hamner Jr.

Earl Hamner Jr. is a renowned American television writer and producer, celebrated for his enduring contributions to the world of television. Born on July 10, 1923, in Schuyler, Virginia, Hamner's work spans several decades, with a notable focus on the 1970s and 1980s. His iconic series, The Waltons, stands as a testament to his creative prowess, while Falcon Crest further showcases his versatility as a television writer and producer. As a novelist, Hamner's critically acclaimed work, Spencer's Mountain, has been adapted into a film and television series. The book, inspired by his own childhood, serves as the basis for The Waltons, a series for which he provided voiceover narration, solidifying his impact on the entertainment industry.

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