Book Series · 4 Books

Dinotopia Books

In order from A Land Apart from Time to Journey to Chandara.

A Land Apart from Time
The World Beneath
First Flight
Journey to Chandara
A Land Apart from Time
The World Beneath
First Flight
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

A Land Apart from Time
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1992

A Land Apart from Time

By James Gurney

A shipwreck reveals a hidden world where humans and dinosaurs coexist.

192 pages
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Summary: Stranded on Dinotopia, a scientist and his son Will uncover a society where humans and dinosaurs live in harmony. As they navigate this mysterious land, they must adapt to its unique culture and technology. Will they find a way home, or will they choose to stay in this fantastical world? Discover the secrets of Dinotopia through journal entries and sketches that bring this extraordinary adventure to life.
The complete set

Dinotopia Series

4 books · Published 1992–2007

A Land Apart from Time

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1992

A shipwreck reveals a hidden world where humans and dinosaurs coexist.

The World Beneath

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1995

A hidden civilization's secrets threaten Dinotopia's survival.

First Flight

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

A pilot and a pterosaur challenge a rogue empire threatening Dinotopia's peace.

Journey to Chandara

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2007

An explorer and his dinosaur must navigate a forbidden empire without an invitation.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Dinotopia series?

There are 4 books in the Dinotopia series. It began with A Land Apart from Time in 1992, and the newest book, Journey to Chandara, was published in 2007.

What ages are the Dinotopia books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Dinotopia to life.

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James Gurney

Author

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