Al Murphy books in order A series by Gary Paulsen
The Al Murphy series by Gary Paulsen has 3 books (2 novels and 1 shorter work), from Murphy's Stand (1993) to Murphy's Trail (Sep 1996). Read it in order, starting with Murphy's Stand.
Reading order: 1 Murphy's Stand (1993) · 2 Murphy's Ambush (1995) · 3 Murphy's Trail (1996)
Updated September 2026
All 3 Al Murphy books in order
- 1.
Murphy's Stand (1993)
- 2.
Murphy's Ambush (May 1995)
- 3.
Murphy's Trail (Sep 1996)
Al Murphy FAQ
- How many Al Murphy books are there?
- There are 3 Al Murphy books, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read the Al Murphy books in?
- In publication order, starting with Murphy's Stand (1993): 1 Murphy's Stand (1993) · 2 Murphy's Ambush (1995) · 3 Murphy's Trail (1996).
- What is the first Al Murphy book?
- Murphy's Stand (1993).
- What is the latest Al Murphy book?
- Murphy's Trail (Sep 1996).
- Is the Al Murphy series finished?
- There have been no new Al Murphy books since 1996; Gary Paulsen died in 2021.
- Did Gary Paulsen write other series?
- Yes: Mr. Tucket Saga, Hatchet, Murphy and Alida's.
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Sources: series order and dates from Wikidata and Open Library. Last updated September 2026.