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Emma Straub Reading Order

4 series · 16 books

Emma Straub is an American novelist known for her literary fiction that explores family dynamics, relationships, and the complexities of contemporary life. A New York Times bestselling author, she has published work across multiple formats including novels, short stories, and essays in prominent publications like Vogue, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Her diverse body of work spans standalone novels and curated collections, establishing her as a versatile voice in contemporary fiction.

Anthologies Series

Complete

7 books (2008–2019)

Start with First Winter, the first of 6 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with First Winter

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1
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First Winter
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Afterzine, Issue 2
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Picador Book of 40
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Goodbye to All That
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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What My Mother Gave Me
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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7
Mythic Journeys
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Picture Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

#Title
1
Very Good Hats
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2009–2011)

Start with Fly Over State and read in order.

Start this series with Fly Over State

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1
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Fly Over State
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Other People We Married
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

6 books (2012–2026)

Start with Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures

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1
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Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Vacationers
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Modern Lovers
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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All Adults Here
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
This Time Tomorrow
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
American Fantasy
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Emma Straub written?
Emma Straub has written 16 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Emma Straub series?
Here are the first books in Emma Straub's series: Anthologies: First Winter; Short Story Collections: Fly Over State.
What order should I read Emma Straub's books?
We recommend reading Emma Straub's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Emma Straub still writing new books?
Yes, Emma Straub has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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