Candace Bushnell Reading Order
3 series · 12 books · Born 1958
Candace Bushnell is an American author and journalist whose newspaper column examining Manhattan's dating and social scene became the foundation for the cultural phenomenon Sex and the City. Her sharp, witty exploration of urban single life in that anthology launched an HBO series and film franchise that defined a generation's view of contemporary romance and friendship. Beyond her breakthrough work, Bushnell has written numerous novels including the Carrie Diaries prequels, establishing herself as a keen observer of privilege, ambition, and relationships across American society from the 1980s to the present day.
Anthologies Series
Ongoing2 books (2014–2024)
Start with Another Planet: New York Portraits 1976-1996 and read in order.
Start this series with Another Planet: New York Portraits 1976-1996
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete8 books (1996–2020)
Start with Sex and the City, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Sex and the City
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The Carrie Diaries Series
Complete2 books (2010–2011)
Start with The Carrie Diaries and read in order.
Start this series with The Carrie Diaries
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Candace Bushnell written?
- Candace Bushnell has written 12 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1996 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Candace Bushnell series?
- Here are the first books in Candace Bushnell's series: Anthologies: Another Planet: New York Portraits 1976-1996; The Carrie Diaries: The Carrie Diaries.
- What order should I read Candace Bushnell's books?
- We recommend reading Candace Bushnell's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Candace Bushnell still writing new books?
- Yes, Candace Bushnell has 1 ongoing series: Anthologies.