Book Series · 3 Books

Dear Martin Books

In order from Dear Martin to Dear Manny.

The Dear Martin series is a set of 3 chapter books by Nic Stone, published between 2017 and 2025. Written for ages 13–18, most books run about 240 pages.

Dear Martin
Dear Justyce
Dear Manny
Dear Martin
Dear Justyce
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Dear Martin
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$1049
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2017

Dear Martin

By Nic Stone

A young man's life unravels after a violent encounter with an off-duty cop.

240 pages· 39,535 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Summary: Justyce McAllister, an honor student, finds himself handcuffed by a cop despite his clean record. Seeking guidance from Dr. King's teachings, he journals his struggles. But when a drive with his friend Manny turns deadly, Justyce becomes the media's target. Can he navigate the storm of social injustice and find his voice amidst the chaos?
In reading order

Dear Martin Series

3 books · Published 2017–2025

#1
Dear Martin
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1049

Dear Martin

Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2017

A young man's life unravels after a violent encounter with an off-duty cop.

#2
Dear Justyce
#2 in Series
Sale price
$1248

Dear Justyce

Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2020

A teen's letters reveal the path from promise to prison and a murder charge.

#3
Dear Manny
#3 in Series
Sale price
$1248

Dear Manny

Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2025

A campus election forces a young activist to ask if his ideals are real.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Dear Martin series?

There are 3 books in the Dear Martin series. It began with Dear Martin in 2017, and the newest book, Dear Manny, was published in 2025.

What order should you read the Dear Martin books in?

Start with Dear Martin and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Dear Martin books best for?

The series is best for ages 13–18, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Dear Martin book is the longest?

Dear Justyce (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 42,086 words (288 pages).

Which Dear Martin book is the shortest?

Dear Martin (Book #1) is the shortest at 39,535 words (240 pages).

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