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
Carl Melcher Goes to Vietnam
Buy on Amazon2003
White Seed
Buy on Amazon2009
In the Shape of a Man
Buy on Amazon2013
Van Ripplewink
Buy on Amazon2016
Crossing Over
Buy on Amazon2018
Strange Worlds
Buy on Amazon2012
Talk to a Real, Live Girl
Buy on Amazon2019
Escape From the Future and Other Stories
Buy on Amazon2022
Appalling Stories 4
Buy on Amazon2019
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. Carl Melcher Goes to Vietnam (2003), 2. White Seed (2009), 3. In the Shape of a Man (2013), 4. Van Ripplewink (2016), 5. Crossing Over (2018), and 4 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Paul Clayton contains 9 books. The series began in 2003 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Paul Clayton. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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