Standalone Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Standalone books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Remedy is None
Buy on Amazon1966
A Gift From Nessus
Buy on Amazon1968
Docherty
Buy on Amazon1975
The Big Man
Buy on Amazon1985
In Through the Head
Buy on Amazon1988
The Kiln
Buy on Amazon1996
Weekend
Buy on Amazon2006
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. Remedy is None (1966), 2. A Gift From Nessus (1968), 3. Docherty (1975), 4. The Big Man (1985), 5. In Through the Head (1988), and 2 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by William McIlvanney contains 7 books. The series began in 1966 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by William McIlvanney. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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