Colleen Oakley Reading Order
2 series Β· 7 books
Colleen Oakley crafts emotionally resonant literary fiction exploring the complexities of relationships and human connection. Her career spans from magazine editing at prominent publications like Marie Claire to writing novels that resonate with contemporary readers, earning USA Today bestseller status. Drawing on her background in personal essays and journalism, Oakley creates standalone narratives that delve into the intimate moments that define ordinary lives.
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2010β2010)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Love Notes |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing6 books (2015β2025)
Colleen Oakley has written six standalone novels since 2015, with the most recent published in 2025. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Before I Go. The series remains ongoing, with Oakley continuing to explore literary fiction alongside her nonfiction work. Each novel stands alone as a complete story, allowing readers to start anywhere while experiencing the author's evolving voice across a decade of writing.
Start with Before I Go, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Before I Go
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Before I Go |
| 2 | Close Enough to Touch |
| 3 | You Were There Too |
| 4 | The Invisible Husband of Frick Island |
| 5 | The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise |
| 6 | Jane and Dan at the End of the World |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Colleen Oakley written?
- Colleen Oakley has written 7 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
- What order should I read Colleen Oakley's books?
- We recommend reading Colleen Oakley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Colleen Oakley still writing new books?
- Yes, Colleen Oakley has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

