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Author Fundamentals Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Author Fundamentals books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Author Fundamentals series? Start with "Have Keyboard, Will Type (With: William Alan Webb)" (2020) and follow publication order through all 5 books.
The complete Author Fundamentals reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Have Keyboard, Will Type (With: William Alan Webb)
2020
Indie Publishing for Profit
2020
Brief Lessons in Writing (With: William Alan Webb)
2022
The Mercenary Guide to Story Structure (By: Kevin Ikenberry)
2022
World Building for Novices (By: Jon R. Osborne)
2023
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