Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
Crying Laughing |
2019 |
Lance Rubin |
Buy |
| 2 |
16 Forever |
2026 |
Lance Rubin |
Buy |
Lance Rubin’s standalone novels continue his focus on teens navigating unusual situations with humor. Crying Laughing (2019) follows a high schooler who wants to be a stand-up comedian while dealing with a father in a difficult situation. The novel draws on Rubin’s own comedy background.
16 Forever (2026) is his most recent release, with a premise that plays on the desire and dread of staying young forever. Both books show Rubin’s skill at finding the comedy in situations that also carry real emotional weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Lance Rubin Standalone Novels series?
There are two books in the Lance Rubin Standalone Novels series, published between 2019 and 2026.
What is the first book in the Lance Rubin Standalone Novels series?
The first book in the Lance Rubin Standalone Novels series is Crying Laughing, published in 2019.
What are Lance Rubin's standalone novels about?
Crying Laughing (2019) follows a teenager pursuing stand-up comedy while dealing with family problems, and 16 Forever (2026) explores what it means to be stuck at sixteen. Both books combine Rubin’s comedic sensibility with genuine teen drama.