Howard Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Howard books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Howard Had a Spaceship
Buy on Amazon1986
Howard Had a Submarine
Buy on Amazon1987
Howard Had a Hot Air Balloon
Buy on Amazon1988
Howard Had A Shrinking Machine
Buy on Amazon1988
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Howard series is publication order: 1. Howard Had a Spaceship (1986), 2. Howard Had a Submarine (1987), 3. Howard Had a Hot Air Balloon (1988), 4. Howard Had A Shrinking Machine (1988). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Howard series by Stephen R. Lawhead contains 4 books. The series began in 1986 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Howard series is written by Stephen R. Lawhead. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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