John Jakes

John Jakes

John Jakes also wrote as: Rachel Ann Payne.

John Jakes was born in Chicago, USA on March 31st, 1932 and passed away at the age of 90 on March 11th, 2023.

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John Jakes Stats: The highest rated book by John Jakes on Book Notification is The Rebels, the 2nd novel in the Kent Family series. The second-highest rated book is The Bastard (Kent Family #1).

The most read book by John Jakes on Book Notification is North and South, the first novel in the North and South series. The second most read book is The Bastard (Kent Family #1).

Below is a complete list of John Jakes books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series. The most popular series by John Jakes is the Kent Family Series.

List of Johnny Havoc Books in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top Johnny Havoc books are Johnny Havoc and the Siren in Red / Making It Big, Johnny Havoc, and Havoc for Sale / Havoc Meets Zelda.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Johnny Havoc
1960
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2
Havoc for Sale / Havoc Meets Zelda
1962
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3
Holiday for Havoc / And The Doll Who Had 'It'
1963
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4
Johnny Havoc and the Siren in Red / Making It Big
1968
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List of Lou Largo Books in Publication Order (with William Ard)

Series ghostwritten by John Jakes.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Make Mine Mavis
1961
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2
And So to Bed
1962
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3
Give Me This Woman
1962
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List of II Galaxy Books in Publication Order

Man expands to a second galaxy, where powerful houses create a vast civilization before falling in galactic wars.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Planet Wizard
1969
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2
Tonight We Steal the Stars
1969
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3
The Wagered World
1969
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List of Brak the Barbarian Books in Publication Order

A barbarian warrior journeys south toward Khurdisan, battling monsters, sorcerers, and fierce warriors along the way.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
5
Brak the Barbarian
1968
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2
Brak vs. The Sorceress / Witch of the Four Winds
1969
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3
Brak vs. the Mark of the Demons
1969
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4
When the Idols Walked
1978
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5
The Fortunes of Brak
1985
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List of Gavin Black Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Witch of the Dark Gate
1972
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List of Kent Family Books in Publication Order

A family builds its legacy through America's founding and expansion.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
9.1
The Bastard
1974
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2
9.2
The Rebels
1975
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3
9.3
The Seekers
1975
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4
10
The Furies
1976
Go
5
10
The Titans
1976
Go
6
10
The Warriors
1977
Go
7
10
The Lawless
1978
Go
8
10
The Americans
1979
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List of Planet of the Apes Books in Publication Order

In 1990 North America, apes are enslaved by men until a revolution begins.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
7
Planet of the Apes (By: Pierre Boulle)
1963
Go
2
Beneath The Planet of The Apes ( By: Michael Avallone)
1970
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3
Escape from the Planet of the Apes ( By: Jerry Pournelle)
1973
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4
Conquest of the Planet of the Apes
1974
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5
10
Planet of the Apes Movie Novelization (By: William T. Quick)
2001
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List of North and South Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8.7
North and South
1982
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2
9.5
Love and War
1984
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3
9
Heaven and Hell
1987
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List of The Crown Family Saga Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
8
Homeland
1993
Go
2
10
American Dreams
1998
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List of Standalone Novels in Publication Order

Ranked by popularity, the top standalone books are The Gods of Newport, Charleston, and California Gold.

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Texans Ride North
1952
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2
Wear a Fast Gun
1952
Go
3
The Devil Has Four Faces
1958
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4
The Seventh Man
1958
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5
I, Barbarian
1959
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6
The Imposter
1959
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7
Strike the Black Flag
1961
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8
Veils of Salome
1962
Go
9
Sir Scoundrel
1962
Go
10
The Man from Cannae
1963
Go
11
G. I. Girls
1963
Go
12
Traitors' Legion
1963
Go
13
Arena
1963
Go
14
Secrets of Stardeep
1969
Go
15
The Asylum World
1969
Go
16
The Last Magicians
1969
Go
17
The Hybrid
1969
Go
18
Six-Gun Planet
1970
Go
19
Black in Time
1970
Go
20
Monte Cristo #99
1970
Go
21
The Star Virus/Mask of Chaos
1970
Go
22
Time Gate
1972
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23
Mention My Name in Atlantis
1972
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24
On Wheels
1973
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25
Fortune's Whirlwind
1975
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26
To an Unknown Shore
1975
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27
King's Crusader
1977
Go
28
A Night for Treason
1978
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29
Excalibur! (With: Gil Kane)
1980
Go
30
10
California Gold
1989
Go
31
On Secret Service
2000
Go
32
6
The Bold Frontier
2001
Go
33
10
Charleston
2002
Go
34
Savannah, or A Gift for Mr. Lincoln / Savannah Christmas
2004
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35
9.3
The Gods of Newport
2006
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List of Short Stories/Novellas in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
9
Ghoul's Garden
1973
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List of Short Story Collections in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
The Best of John Jakes
1977
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2
The Best Western Stories of John Jakes
1991
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List of Plays in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
1998
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List of Non-Fiction Books in Publication Order

ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Famous Firsts in Sports
1967
Go
2
Great Women Reporters
1969
Go
3
Mohawk: The Life of Joseph Brant
1969
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List of John Jakes Anthologies in Publication Order

#ReadTitle Avg.YearBook Link
1
Orbit 3
1967
Go
2
Swords Against Tomorrow
1970
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3
Flashing Swords! #2
1973
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4
Fantastic Stories Special - 1975 Sword & Sorcery Annual
1975
Go
5
Six Science Fiction Plays
1975
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6
Deadly Arts
1985
Go
7
Tales of Mystery
1986
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8
New Trails: Twenty-Three Original Stories
1994
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9
The Mammoth Book of Short Spy Novels
1996
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10
100 Sneaky Little Sleuth Stories
1997
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11
Hollywood Fantasies: Ten Surreal Visions of Tinsel Town
1997
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12
The Best of the American West II
1999
Go
13
A Century of Great Western Stories
2001
Go
14
The Spider Chronicles
2007
Go
15
Law of the Gun
2010
Go
16
Science Fiction Gems, Vol. One
2011
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17
Science Fiction Gems, Volume 9
2015
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18
Silent Night, Deadly Night
2016
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John Jakes

John Jakes (John William Jakes) was born on March 31st, 1932. John passed away March 11th, 2023 at 90 years old. John Jakes was born in Chicago, USA.

John Jakes is known for writing in the Fantasy and Historical Fiction genres.

John Jakes had written 35 standalone novels, starting with The Texans Ride North in 1952. The most recently released novel was The Gods of Newport, which was released in 2006.

John Jakes also wrote the Kent Family series which has 8 books including The Bastard and The Rebels.

John Jakes: Awards & Accolades

John Jakes won the Owen Wister Award, Saddleman Award, in 2007.

Jakes' book, Ghoul's Garden was nominated for the British Fantasy Award, Best Short Story, in 1975.

John Jakes: Lists & Other Mentions

  • North and South was a New York Times: #1 Fiction Best Seller in 1982 and a Publishers Weekly: Bestselling Novel in the United States in 1982.
  • Love and War was a Publishers Weekly: Bestselling Novel in the United States in 1984.
  • Heaven and Hell was a Publishers Weekly: Bestselling Novel in the United States in 1987.
  • California Gold was a Publishers Weekly: Bestselling Novel in the United States in 1989.

Related Authors

Fans of John Jakes also enjoy these authors:

  1. Bernard Cornwell, author of The Warrior Chronicles / Saxon Stories Series.
  2. Poul Anderson, author of the Flandry Series.
  3. Geraldine Brooks, author of: Horse.
  4. Louise Erdrich, author of: The Round House.
  5. Isabel Allende, author of: The House of the Spirits.
  6. James McBride, author of: The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store.
  7. Beatriz Williams, author of: Our Woman in Moscow.
  8. Michael J. Sullivan, author of the Riyria Revelations Omnibus Series.
  9. Jennifer Chiaverini, author of the Elm Creek Quilts Series.
  10. Emilia Hart, author of: Weyward.

John Jakes: F.A.Q

When was John Jakes Born?

John Jakes was born on March 31st, 1932.

When did John Jakes die?

John Jakes died on March 11th, 2023 at 90 years old.

Where was John Jakes Born?

John Jakes was born in Chicago, USA.

What awards has John Jakes won?

John Jakes has won the following awards: Saddleman Award at the Owen Wister Award (2007).

What was the first book John Jakes wrote?

The first book written by John Jakes was The Texans Ride North, published in 1952.

What was the most recent book John Jakes wrote?

His most recently released work was The Gods of Newport on November 1st, 2006.

What is the most popular book by John Jakes?

Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular John Jakes book is North and South. Here are his most popular books:
  1. North and South (8.67)
  2. The Bastard (9.14)
  3. The Rebels (9.2)
  4. The Seekers (9.33)
  5. Love and War (9.5)

What genres does John Jakes Write?

John Jakes primarily writes in the Fantasy and Historical Fiction genres. His work includes sub-genres such as Military and War Historical Fiction, Sword and Sorcery, and Multigenerational Historical Fiction.

How many books has John Jakes written?

John Jakes has written 73 books across 15 series, excluding contributions to anthologies.
  • 4 books in the Johnny Havoc Series
  • 3 books in the Lou Largo Series
  • 3 books in the II Galaxy Series
  • 5 books in the Brak the Barbarian Series
  • 1 book in the Gavin Black Series
  • 8 books in the Kent Family Series
  • 1 book in the Planet of the Apes Series
  • 3 books in the North and South Series
  • 2 books in The Crown Family Saga Series
  • 35 Standalone Novels
  • 1 Short Stories/Novellas
  • 2 Short Story Collections
  • 1 Play
  • 3 Non-Fiction Books
  • 1 Rachel Ann Payne Standalone Novels

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