Doctor Who Target Books (Numerical Order)

Frequently asked questions

• What is the correct reading order for the Doctor Who Target Books?

  The Doctor Who Target Books are novelizations of television episodes and are generally best read in the order the original television stories aired, which often differs from their publication order as Target books. Each book typically adapts a self-contained television story, so they can largely be enjoyed as standalones.

• Are the Doctor Who Target Books suitable for new Doctor Who fans?

  These books served as many fans' first introduction to Doctor Who, offering accessible prose adaptations of classic television adventures. They are a good entry point for those interested in the classic era of the show but who may not have access to the original broadcasts.

• How do the Target Books relate to the Doctor Who television series?

  The Target Books are novelizations of episodes from the original Doctor Who television series, primarily covering the First through Seventh Doctors. They often expand on the televised stories, providing additional character insights or details not seen on screen.