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Curtis Sittenfeld Reading Order

5 series · 24 books · Born 1975

Literary Fiction

Curtis Sittenfeld is an American novelist and short story writer known for her sharp social commentary and exploration of contemporary American life. Her work spans literary fiction that examines privilege, ambition, and human relationships, ranging from her debut novel Prep about elite boarding school culture to retellings of classic literature like Eligible, her modern adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. She has published seven novels, two short story collections, and other works since 2005, establishing herself as a versatile voice in contemporary fiction.

Austen Project Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2016)

Start with Sense & Sensibility(By: Joanna Trollope), the first of 4 books in the Austen Project series.

Start this series with Sense & Sensibility(By: Joanna Trollope)

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Sense & Sensibility(By: Joanna Trollope)
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Emma(By: Alexander McCall Smith)
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of Northanger Abbey(By: Val McDermid)
Northanger Abbey(By: Val McDermid)
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of Eligible

Currency Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2020–2021)

Start with Me and Carlos(By: Tom Perrotta), the first of 8 books in the Currency series.

Start this series with Me and Carlos(By: Tom Perrotta)

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1
Me and Carlos(By: Tom Perrotta)
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Crewelwork(By: Justin Torres)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
I Would Be Doing This Anyway(By: Jia Tolentino)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
If You Are Lonely and You Know It(By: Yiyun Li)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Rewards(By: Emma Cline)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Simplexity(By: Kiley Reid)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
The Summer House(By: Cristina Henriquez)
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
The Tomorrow Box
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

3 books (2009–2020)

Start with A Regular Couple and read in order.

Start this series with A Regular Couple

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1
A Regular Couple
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Atomic Marriage
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Giraffe & Flamingo
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Story Collections Series

Ongoing

3 books (2017–2025)

Start with You Think It, I'll Say It and read in order.

Start this series with You Think It, I'll Say It

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#Title
1
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You Think It, I'll Say It
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Help Yourself
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Show Don't Tell
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

6 books (2005–2023)

Start with Prep, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Prep

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2
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The Man of My Dreams
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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American Wife
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of Sisterland
5
Cover of Rodham
6
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Romantic Comedy
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Curtis Sittenfeld written?
Curtis Sittenfeld has written 24 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2005 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Curtis Sittenfeld series?
Here are the first books in Curtis Sittenfeld's series: Austen Project: Sense & Sensibility(By: Joanna Trollope); Currency: Me and Carlos(By: Tom Perrotta); Short Stories/Novellas: A Regular Couple; Short Story Collections: You Think It, I'll Say It.
What order should I read Curtis Sittenfeld's books?
We recommend reading Curtis Sittenfeld's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Curtis Sittenfeld still writing new books?
Yes, Curtis Sittenfeld has 1 ongoing series: Short Story Collections.

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