Gail Carson Levine Reading Order
8 series · 31 books · Born 17 September 1947
Gail Carson Levine is a renowned American writer known for her enchanting young adult novels and lyrical poetry. With a diverse portfolio of 31 works spanning across 8 series, including the beloved Ella Enchanted, The Princess Tales, and A Tale of Two Castles, she has captivated readers since her debut in 1997. Active until 2022, Levine's storytelling combines charm with rich, imaginative narratives that resonate with audiences of all ages.
A Tale of Two Castles Series
Complete2 books (2011–2015)
Start with A Tale of Two Castles and read in order.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (2005–2009)
Start with Unexpected and read in order.
Ella Enchanted Series
Complete6 books (1997–2018)
Start with Ella Enchanted, the first of 6 books in the Ella Enchanted series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (2006–2014)
Start with Writing Magic and read in order.
Picture Series
Complete1 book (2010–2010)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Betsy Red Hoodie 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
Poetry Collections Series
Complete2 books (2012–2016)
Start with Forgive Me, I Meant to Do It and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete8 books (1999–2022)
Start with Dave at Night, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.
The Princess Tales Series
Complete7 books (1999–2002)
Start with Princess Sonora and the Long Sleep, the first of 7 books in the The Princess Tales series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Gail Carson Levine written?
- Gail Carson Levine has written 31 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1997 to 2022.
- What is the first book in each Gail Carson Levine series?
- Here are the first books in Gail Carson Levine's series: A Tale of Two Castles: A Tale of Two Castles; Anthologies: Unexpected; Ella Enchanted: Ella Enchanted; Non-Fiction: Writing Magic; Poetry Collections: Forgive Me, I Meant to Do It.
- What order should I read Gail Carson Levine's books?
- We recommend reading Gail Carson Levine's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Gail Carson Levine's series complete?
- Gail Carson Levine has 7 completed series.