Book Series · 15 Books

Garfield Books

In order from Garfield at Large to Garfield What Leftovers?.

The Garfield series is a set of 15 graphic novels by Jim Davis, published between 1980 and 2023. Written for ages 6–13, most books run about 95 pages.

Garfield at Large
Garfield
Bigger Than Life
Garfield Takes the Cake
Garfield Swallows His Pride
Garfield Says a Mouthful
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Garfield at Large
Graphic Nov.
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$1520
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 1980

Garfield at Large

A lasagna-loving cat's fate changes when a new owner arrives.

96 pages· 4,385 words· Est. 39 min read
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Summary: Born in an Italian restaurant, Garfield's love for lasagna is as big as his appetite. When the owner must choose between him and pasta, Garfield's future looks bleak. Enter Jon Arbuckle, whose arrival at the pet store changes everything. Will Garfield's passion for food lead to new adventures, or will his appetite get him into trouble? Discover the humorous journey of a cat whose life revolves around eating and the unexpected twists that follow.
In reading order

Garfield Series

15 books · Published 1980–2023

#1
Garfield at Large
#1 in Series
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1520

Garfield at Large

Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 1980

A lasagna-loving cat's fate changes when a new owner arrives.

#2
Garfield
#2 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1399

Garfield

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2013

Garfield's new adventures bring laughs, lasagna, and unexpected encounters.

#3
Bigger Than Life
#3 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1400

Bigger Than Life

Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 1981

Boost your self-image with Garfield's guide to superiority and world domination.

#31
Garfield Hams It Up
#31 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1400

Garfield Hams It Up

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1997

A cat's insatiable appetite leads to endless fun and mischief. Join the adventure.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Garfield series?

There are 15 books in the Garfield series. It began with Garfield at Large in 1980, and the newest book, Garfield What Leftovers?, was published in 2021.

What order should you read the Garfield books in?

Start with Garfield at Large and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #15.

What ages are the Garfield books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–13, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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