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Elizabeth Berg Reading Order

7 series · 49 books · Born 1953

Literary FictionNon-Fiction

Elizabeth Berg is an American author of literary fiction and nonfiction who has published nearly fifty books since 1984. Her work spans multiple interconnected series including the Katie Nash novels and the George Sand historical fiction, showcasing her gift for character-driven storytelling that explores the emotional complexity of everyday life. Berg's prolific career demonstrates a versatile approach to contemporary women's experiences, drawing readers into intimate narratives that balance humor, poignancy, and authentic human connection.

George Sand Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

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The Dream Lover
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Katie Nash Series

Complete

3 books (1993–2002)

Start with Durable Goods and read in order.

Start this series with Durable Goods

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Durable Goods
1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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3
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True to Form
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Mason Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2017–2023)

Start with The Story of Arthur Truluv, the first of 4 books in the Mason series.

Start this series with The Story of Arthur Truluv

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The Story of Arthur Truluv
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Night of Miracles
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Confession Club
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Earth's the Right Place for Love
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

6 books (1992–2020)

Start with Family Traditions, the first of 6 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with Family Traditions

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Family Traditions
1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Escaping Into the Open
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Make Someone Happy
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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5
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Happy to be Here
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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I'll Be Seeing You
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Random House Reader's Circle Series

Complete

15 books (1984–2013)

Start with Lives of the Poets(By: E.L. Doctorow), the first of 15 books in the Random House Reader's Circle series.

Start this series with Lives of the Poets(By: E.L. Doctorow)

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Lives of the Poets(By: E.L. Doctorow)
1984Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Billy Bathgate(By: E.L. Doctorow)
1989Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Tender at the Bone(By: Ruth Reichl)
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Anthropology of an American Girl(By: Hilary Thayer Hamann)
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The White Garden(By: Stephanie Barron)
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Delta Girls(By: Gayle Brandeis)
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Juliet(By: Anne Fortier)
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
The Pull of the Moon
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
The Wives of Henry Oades(By: Johanna Moran)
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
Game of Secrets(By: Dawn Tripp)
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
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The Definition of Wind(By: Ellen Block)
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
The Homecoming of Samuel Lake(By: Jenny Wingfield)
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
When We Were Friends(By: Elizabeth Joy Arnold)
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
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Invisible(By: Carla Buckley)
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
The Lullaby of Polish Girls(By: Dagmara Dominczyk)
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2001–2008)

Start with Ordinary Life and read in order.

Start this series with Ordinary Life

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Ordinary Life
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Day I Ate Whatever I Wanted
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

18 books (1993–2026)

Start with Talk Before Sleep, the first of 18 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Talk Before Sleep

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Talk Before Sleep
1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Range of Motion
1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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What We Keep
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Until the Real Thing Comes Along
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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6
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Never Change
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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8
The Art of Mending
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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The Year of Pleasures
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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The Handmaid and the Carpenter
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
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We Are All Welcome Here
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
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Dream When You're Feeling Blue
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
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14
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The Last Time I Saw You
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
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Once Upon a Time, There Was You
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
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Tapestry of Fortunes
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17
The Days of Wine and Covid
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18
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Life: A Love Story
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Elizabeth Berg written?
Elizabeth Berg has written 49 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1984 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Elizabeth Berg series?
Here are the first books in Elizabeth Berg's series: Katie Nash: Durable Goods; Mason: The Story of Arthur Truluv; Non-Fiction: Family Traditions; Random House Reader's Circle: Lives of the Poets(By: E.L. Doctorow); Short Story Collections: Ordinary Life.
What order should I read Elizabeth Berg's books?
We recommend reading Elizabeth Berg's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Elizabeth Berg still writing new books?
Yes, Elizabeth Berg has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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