Betty Macdonald Reading Order
1 series · 24 books
Betty MacDonald was an American author best known for her beloved children's books that entertained generations of young readers. Born Anne Elizabeth Campbell Bard in Boulder, Colorado, she spent her formative years in the Pacific Northwest after her family relocated to Seattle and later Roosevelt. Publishing across several decades from 1948 to 1995, MacDonald created numerous standalone stories that showcased her distinctive storytelling voice and ability to capture the imagination of children through witty, engaging narratives.
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete24 books
Betty MacDonald's 24 books, published between 1948 and 1995, form a complete collection of standalone novels best read in publication order. This diverse series includes the beloved Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle children's books alongside memoirs, plays, and other fiction, offering something for various audiences and reading preferences. The series spans multiple genres and decades, making it ideal for readers who want to explore MacDonald's full range as a writer.
Start with The plague and I., the first of 24 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Lesson Plan Book For |
| 2 | Beastly Boys and Ghastly Girls |
| 3 | Both riches and honor, |
| 4 | Co život dal (a vzal) |
| 5 | Egg and I and Onions in the Stew |
| 6 | Happy Birthday, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle #5) |
| 7 | Mrs. Piggle Wiggle Boxed Set |
| 8 | Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Bad Table-Manners Cure |
| 9 | Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Won't-Pick-Up-Toys Cure (A Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle Adventure) |
| 10 | Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's won't-take-a-bath cure |
| 11 | Reader's Digest Condensed Books--Winter 1951 Selections |
| 12 | Speaking to Miranda |
| 13 | The Egg and I (Betty MacDonald's / A play in two acts dramatized by Anne Coulter Martens) |
| 14 | Who, me? |
| 15 | The plague and I. 1948 |
| 16 | Anybody can do anything 1950 |
| 17 | Onions in the stew 1955 |
| 18 | The egg and I 1956 |
| 19 | Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle #4) 1957 |
| 20 | Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Magic (Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle #2) 1976 |
| 21 | Nancy and Plum 1982 |
| 22 | Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle 1985 |
| 23 | Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Farm (Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle #3) 1985 |
| 24 | Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle Treasury 1995 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Betty Macdonald written?
- Betty Macdonald has written 24 books across 1 series. Their published works span from 1948 to 1995.
- Are Betty Macdonald's series complete?
- Betty Macdonald has 1 completed series.

