Emily Franklin Reading Order
6 series · 31 books
Emily Franklin is a prolific American author specializing in young adult romance. With 31 books spanning six series, including the well-loved "Principles of Love" and "Chalet Girls," she has captivated readers since 2003. Active until 2026, she continues to expand her diverse repertoire, which also features standalone novels and collections of short stories.
Anthologies Series
Complete5 books (2006–2012)
Start with Before, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
Chalet Girls Series
Complete3 books (2007–2008)
Start with Balancing Acts and read in order.
First Time I Heard Series
Complete5 books (2012–2014)
Start with The First Time I Heard Cocteau Twins(With: Scott Heim,Dean Garcia,Ian Masters,Harold Budd,Lincoln Fong,Guy Fixsen,Anka Wolbert,Van Hoen, Mark,David Narcizo), the first of 5 books in the First Time I Heard series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The First Time I Heard Cocteau Twins(With: Scott Heim,Dean Garcia,Ian Masters,Harold Budd,Lincoln Fong,Guy Fixsen,Anka Wolbert,Van Hoen, Mark,David Narcizo) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The First Time I Heard David Bowie(By: Scott Heim,David Balfe,Vanessa Briscoe Hay,Craig Gannon,Connie Deanovich,Laurie Foos,Annette Peacock,Nathan Larson) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The First Time I Heard Kate Bush(By: Scott Heim) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The First Time I Heard The Smiths(By: Scott Heim) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The First Time I Heard My Bloody Valentine(By: Scott Heim,Ian Masters,Bob Mould,Jonathan Segel,Mia Clarke,Roy Christopher,Peter Silberman,Christian Savill,Andrew Prinz) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
Principles of Love Series
Complete7 books (2005–2008)
Start with Piece, Love, and Happiness, the first of 7 books in the Principles of Love series.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Tell Me How You Got Here 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing10 books (2003–2026)
Start with Liner Notes, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Liner Notes 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Girls' Almanac 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Other Half of Me 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  At Face Value 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Half-Life of Planets 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Jenna & Jonah's Fauxmance 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Tessa Masterson Will Go to Prom 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Last Night at the Circle Cinema 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Lioness of Boston 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Love & Other Monsters 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Emily Franklin written?
- Emily Franklin has written 31 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Emily Franklin series?
- Here are the first books in Emily Franklin's series: Anthologies: Before; Chalet Girls: Balancing Acts; First Time I Heard: The First Time I Heard Cocteau Twins(With: Scott Heim,Dean Garcia,Ian Masters,Harold Budd,Lincoln Fong,Guy Fixsen,Anka Wolbert,Van Hoen, Mark,David Narcizo); Principles of Love: Piece, Love, and Happiness.
- What order should I read Emily Franklin's books?
- We recommend reading Emily Franklin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Emily Franklin still writing new books?
- Yes, Emily Franklin has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.