Carrie Ryan Reading Order
9 series · 48 books
Carrie Ryan is a prolific American writer specializing in young adult and middle-grade fiction, particularly known for her compelling works in the dystopian and fantasy genres. With a portfolio of 48 books spanning 9 series, including the acclaimed The Forest of Hands and Teeth and The Map to Everywhere, she captivates readers with her rich storytelling and emotional depth. Active from 2009 to 2025, Ryan's diverse offerings also include standalone novels and collections of short stories and novellas.
Anthologies Series
Complete13 books (2010–2017)
Start with Kiss Me Deadly, the first of 13 books in the Anthologies series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Kiss Me Deadly 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  After: Nineteen Stories of Apocalypse and Dystopia 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Brave New Love: 15 Dystopian Tales of Desire 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Foretold: 14 Tales of Prophecy and Prediction 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Defy the Dark 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Shards and Ashes 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Fifty First Times 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Soothe the Savage Beast 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Zombies: More Recent Dead 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Athena's Daughters, vol. 2 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Slasher Girls & Monster Boys 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Scary Out There 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Nights of the Living Dead Anthology 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
Collections Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Killing Garden: and other stories 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
Dead Air Series
Complete2 books (2018–2018)
Start with Dead Air: The Complete Season 1(With: Rachel Caine,Gwenda Bond) and read in order.
Infinity Ring Series
Complete8 books (2012–2014)
Start with A Mutiny in Time(By: James Dashner), the first of 8 books in the Infinity Ring series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  A Mutiny in Time(By: James Dashner) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Divide and Conquer 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Behind Enemy Lines(By: Jennifer A. Nielsen) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Cave of Wonders(By: Matthew J. Kirby) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Curse of the Ancients(By: Matt de la Pena) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Trap Door(By: Lisa McMann) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Eternity(By: Matt de la Pena) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Iron Empire(By: James Dashner) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Miasma 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete2 books (2015–2020)
Start with Daughter of Deep Silence and read in order.
Stillhouse Lake Series
Ongoing8 books (2017–2025)
Start with Killman Creek(By: Rachel Caine), the first of 8 books in the Stillhouse Lake series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Killman Creek(By: Rachel Caine) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Stillhouse Lake(By: Rachel Caine) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Wolfhunter River(By: Rachel Caine) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Bitter Falls(By: Rachel Caine) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Identity(By: Rachel Caine) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Heartbreak Bay(By: Rachel Caine) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Trapper Road(With: Rachel Caine) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Darkwater Lane(With: Rachel Caine) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Forest of Hands and Teeth Series
Complete9 books (2009–2014)
Start with The Forest of Hands and Teeth, the first of 9 books in the The Forest of Hands and Teeth series.
The Map to Everywhere Series
Complete4 books (2014–2018)
Start with The Map to Everywhere, the first of 4 books in the The Map to Everywhere series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Carrie Ryan written?
- Carrie Ryan has written 48 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Carrie Ryan series?
- Here are the first books in Carrie Ryan's series: Anthologies: Kiss Me Deadly; Dead Air: Dead Air: The Complete Season 1(With: Rachel Caine,Gwenda Bond); Infinity Ring: A Mutiny in Time(By: James Dashner); Stillhouse Lake: Killman Creek(By: Rachel Caine); The Forest of Hands and Teeth: The Forest of Hands and Teeth.
- What order should I read Carrie Ryan's books?
- We recommend reading Carrie Ryan's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Carrie Ryan still writing new books?
- Yes, Carrie Ryan has 1 ongoing series: Stillhouse Lake.