BookBingeSilo Books in Order
Science Fiction
Humanity lives in a giant underground silo. The rules are strict and the outside is death.
Here is the complete Silo reading order — all 3 books by Hugh Howey, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Wool(2012)
- Shift(2013)
- Dust(2013)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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Get BookBingeFrequently asked questions
How many books are in the Silo series?
There are 3 books in the Silo series by Hugh Howey, beginning with Wool (2012) and most recently Shift (2013).
What is the first Silo book?
The first book is Wool, published in 2012. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Silo in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.