Daisy Goodwin Reading Order
6 series · 26 books · Born 1962
Daisy Goodwin is an English novelist, screenwriter, and television producer who has written across multiple genres including historical fiction, literary fiction, and non-fiction since 1996. Best known for her work on acclaimed historical dramas and her curated poetry collections, she has published 26 books spanning novels, short story collections, and poetry selections. Her career bridges both page and screen, combining her talents as a writer with extensive experience in television production and screenwriting.
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (2007–2007)
Daisy Goodwin's two-book non-fiction series comprises Bringing Up Baby and Silver River, both published in 2007. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Bringing Up Baby. Goodwin's work spans historical fiction, literary fiction, and non-fiction, offering readers insight into her distinctive approach to narrative non-fiction.
Start with Bringing Up Baby and read in order.
Start this series with Bringing Up Baby
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Poetry Collections Series
Complete10 books (1999–2014)
Daisy Goodwin's Poetry Collections series comprises ten thematic anthologies published between 1999 and 2014, each curated around specific life situations and emotional needs. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with 101 Poems That Could Save Your Life. The collections feature carefully selected poems intended to provide comfort, wisdom, and perspective across various circumstances, from daily challenges to understanding relationships and raising children. Goodwin's anthologies blend literary merit with practical accessibility, making classic and contemporary poetry relevant to modern readers' lives.
Start with 101 Poems That Could Save Your Life, the first of 10 books in the Poetry Collections series.
Start this series with 101 Poems That Could Save Your Life
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2011–2011)
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing3 books (2010–2024)
Daisy Goodwin has written three historical fiction novels published between 2010 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. These standalone novels should be read in publication order, beginning with My Last Duchess, also published as The American Heiress, followed by The Fortune Hunter and Diva. While each book can be enjoyed independently, reading them in the sequence they were released provides the best experience of Goodwin's evolving storytelling across this collection of historical narratives.
Start with My Last Duchess / The American Heiress and read in order.
Start this series with My Last Duchess / The American Heiress
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The Nation's Favourite Poems Series
Complete8 books (1996–2004)
This eight-book series, edited by Daisy Goodwin and published between 1996 and 2004, is now complete. Each volume in the collection focuses on a different theme or category of poetry, ranging from love and animals to children's verse and remembrance. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Nation's Favourite Poems introduced by Griff Rhys Jones, and concluding with More Nation's Favourite Poems.
Start with The Nation's Favourite Poems: Book 1(By: Griff Rhys Jones), the first of 8 books in the The Nation's Favourite Poems series.
Start this series with The Nation's Favourite Poems: Book 1(By: Griff Rhys Jones)
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Victoria Series
Complete2 books (2016–2017)
Daisy Goodwin's Victoria series consists of two complete historical fiction novels published between 2016 and 2017. The first book, Victoria, should be read before Victoria and Albert: A Royal Love Affair to follow the narrative progression. Both titles are standalone yet connected works that explore the life and relationships of Britain's longest-reigning monarch through literary storytelling.
Start with Victoria and read in order.
Start this series with Victoria
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Daisy Goodwin written?
- Daisy Goodwin has written 26 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1996 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Daisy Goodwin series?
- Here are the first books in Daisy Goodwin's series: Non-Fiction: Bringing Up Baby; Poetry Collections: 101 Poems That Could Save Your Life; The Nation's Favourite Poems: The Nation's Favourite Poems: Book 1(By: Griff Rhys Jones); Victoria: Victoria.
- What order should I read Daisy Goodwin's books?
- We recommend reading Daisy Goodwin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Daisy Goodwin still writing new books?
- Yes, Daisy Goodwin has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.