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
The Twilight of Magic
Buy on Amazon1930
Doctor Dolittle's Animals
Buy on Amazon1998
Doctor Dolittle to the Rescue
Buy on Amazon1999
Doctor Dolittle in Trouble
Buy on Amazon2000
Doctor Dolittle Saves the Day
Buy on Amazon2000
Doctor Dolittle and the Lighthouse
Buy on Amazon2000
Doctor Dolittle's First Adventure
Buy on Amazon2000
Doctor Dolittle Takes Charge
Buy on Amazon2000
Doctor Dolittle's Ambulance
Buy on Amazon2000
Doctor Dolittle Stories
Buy on Amazon1998
Over the Rainbow
Buy on Amazon1983
Newbery Award Fictions
Buy on Amazon2013
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. The Twilight of Magic (1930), 2. Doctor Dolittle's Animals (1998), 3. Doctor Dolittle to the Rescue (1999), 4. Doctor Dolittle in Trouble (2000), 5. Doctor Dolittle Saves the Day (2000), and 7 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Hugh Lofting contains 12 books. The series began in 1930 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Hugh Lofting. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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