Dune Books in Order

by Frank Herbert · 6 books · ⭐ 4.7 average rating · Updated 2026-07-11

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Dune is a science fiction media franchise that originated with the 1965 novel Dune by American author Frank Herbert.

Here is the complete Dune reading order — all 6 books by Frank Herbert, in the order you should read them:

Publication order (recommended)

Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.

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How many books are in the Dune series?

There are 6 books in the Dune series by Frank Herbert, beginning with Dune (1965) and most recently Chapterhouse: Dune (1985).

What is the first Dune book?

The first book is Dune, published in 1965. That's where new readers should start.

Should I read Dune in publication or chronological order?

Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.