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Louise Penny Books in Order With Summaries
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Louise Penny Books in Order With Summaries

A prolific writer of mystery novels, Louise Penny came to writing later in life. A former journalist who worked for the Canadian Broadcasting Association, Penny began her long running Inspector Gamache saga after writing her first book, Still Life, when she was in her 40s.

The series now totals more than 18 titles, written across two decades, all following Inspector Armand Gamache in his fictional village of Three Pines.

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List of Kristin Hannah Books in Order
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List of Kristin Hannah Books in Order

Born in California in 1960, Kristin Hannah is best known for her multimillion copy bestselling novel The Nightingale.

Hannah’s first published book, A Handful of Heaven, was released in 1991. She has continued to write prolifically since then and now has more than 20 novels to her name. Her very first book, however, was written with her mother who has since passed away from cancer. That novel remains unpublished.

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Colleen Hoover Books in Order to Read (2025)
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Colleen Hoover Books in Order to Read (2025)

One of TikTok’s favourite romance authors, Colleen Hoover is a prolific writer who has sold more than 20 million books worldwide.

Born in Sulphur Springs, Texas in 1979, Colleen Hoover initially worked in child protection services before penning her first novel Slammed in 2012. This book, along with many others, was initially self published and enabled Hoover to work full time as a writer.

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Anne of Green Gables Books in Order
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Anne of Green Gables Books in Order

First published in 1908, Anne of Green Gables was written by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery, who was reportedly inspired by her own childhood in Prince Edward Island. Since then the book been translated into at least 36 languages and has sold more than 50 million copies around the world.

The books have an enduring appeal and have been adapted into numerous films, television series, musicals and plays, with the latest TV adaption ‘Anne With an E’ premiering on Netflix in 2017.

Here are all 8 of the Anne of Green Gables books in order. Enjoy!

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Beatrix Potter Books in Order
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Beatrix Potter Books in Order

One of the UK’s most beloved children’s authors, Beatrix Potter published her first book in 1902.

Potter is well known for her quirky stories featuring sweet English garden animals, which are accompanied by her own illustrations.

This post details Beatrix Potter’s 23 children’s tales, including fan favourites Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle Duck and Mrs Tiggy-Winkle.

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Casey McQuiston Books in Order
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Casey McQuiston Books in Order

A New York Times bestselling author, Casey McQuiston shot to fame after publishing their first book, Red, White and Royal Blue in 2019. Since then they’ve written a total of four books, and are known for writing gripping LGBTQ+ romances.

Here are each of Casey’s books in publication order. Happy reading!

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Clare Mackintosh Books in Order
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Clare Mackintosh Books in Order

One of the UK’s best crime writers, Clare Mackintosh is a former police officer who published her first book in 2014.

Since then Clare has written 10 books - most of these within the crime genre, but also including two non-fiction books.

Here are all of Clare Mackintosh’s books in order, separated by category. Enjoy!

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12 ADHD Books for Adults
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12 ADHD Books for Adults

If you’re reading this it’s likely that you might either have, or know someone who has, ADHD. As awareness around neurodiversity has gained momentum over the last few years, many more books have been authored on the topic - in particular those written with lived experience in mind.

Here are 12 of the most popular books that have been written about ADHD for adults.

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Carley Fortune Books in Order
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Carley Fortune Books in Order

A number one bestselling author, Carley Fortune has sold more than two million books around the world. Her novels are known to be romantic page turners, perfect for escaping into during a summer vacation.

Here are all of her books in publication order. Happy reading!

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Alice Oseman Books in Order
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Alice Oseman Books in Order

Author of the hugely popular comic book and Netflix series, Heartstopper, Alice Oseman published their first book when they were just 19. Since then Alice has won several awards, including the YA Book Prize, was named Attitude Person of the Year in 2023, and was awarded Illustrator of the Year at the British Book Awards that same year.

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Helen Hoang Books in Order
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Helen Hoang Books in Order

Helen Hoang is a fantastic romance author with three books to her name. Diagnosed with Autism, she has weaved her lived experience into her work, and The Kiss Quotient follows an Autistic woman who hires an escort as a way for her to explore intimacy.

While the three novels are a series and are listed here chronologically, they can be read in any order. Enjoy!

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Beth O’Leary Books in Order
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Beth O’Leary Books in Order

I’ve been obsessed with Beth’s books ever since she published The Flatshare in 2019. Her books are funny, intelligently written and romantic, and she continues to be one of my favourite contemporary romance authors.

Here are all of Beth O’Leary’s books in order, starting with her first. Enjoy!

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Lex Croucher Books in Order
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Lex Croucher Books in Order

Writing books for both young people and adults, Lex is a New York Times bestseller with six books to their name. I’m a big fan and I’m looking forward to their new adult book which publishes in fall 2025!

Here are all of Lex’s books in order, organised by age category.

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Laurie Gilmore Books in Order
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Laurie Gilmore Books in Order

With a pen name inspired by the much loved protagonist of the TV show Gilmore Girls, Laurie Gilmore’s fall themed debut, The Pumpkin Spice Cafe, was a huge hit on TikTok. And for good reason - it’s cute, comforting and atmospheric, and there are now six books in the Dream Harbor series.

Here are each of Laurie Gilmore’s books in order. Enjoy!

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The House Witch Book Series in Order
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The House Witch Book Series in Order

Described as a humorous romantic fantasy, this cosy series by Delemhach is perfect for fans of Travis Baldree’s Legends & Lattes. At 7 books to date, it’s also ideal for anyone who wants to get stuck into a lengthy and addictive series.

Here are each of the books in the order they should be read.

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Julia Quinn Books in Order (Including Bridgerton)
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Julia Quinn Books in Order (Including Bridgerton)

While Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton series is a recent addition to our TV screens, she actually wrote the original series back in the noughties, with all eight books publishing between 2000 and 2006. There’s even a little known prequel series, which follows the generation before the Bridgertons that we know and love.

Here are each of Julia Quinn’s books in publication order, separated by series. Enjoy!

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Ana Huang Books in Order
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Ana Huang Books in Order

A bestselling author with several book series to her name, Ana began her career by sharing her writing on Wattpad. Her spicy romance books are wildly popular online, and she is best known for her Twisted series.

Here are all of Ana Huang’s books in publication order, separated by series.

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