Gloria Chao Reading Order
3 series · 9 books
Gloria Chao writes young adult fiction centered on the experiences of Taiwanese-American teens, particularly young women navigating identity and cultural expectations. Her debut American Panda launched her career as a prominent voice in YA literature exploring Asian-American perspectives. Across standalone novels and anthology contributions published since 2018, Chao brings authentic representation and relatable storytelling to contemporary young adult audiences.
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Anthologies Series
Likely Complete2 books (2021–2023)
Gloria Chao has published two young adult anthology collections featuring interconnected stories. Fools In Love arrived in 2021, followed by First-Year Orientation in 2023. These books should be read in publication order to fully appreciate how the stories build upon each other. The series appears to be complete.
Start with Fools In Love and read in order.
Start this series with Fools In Love
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Hu Done It Series
Ongoing2 books (2025–2026)
Gloria Chao's Hu Done It series consists of two young adult mysteries published in 2025 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Each book functions as a complete mystery while maintaining continuity across the series. Read the books in publication order, beginning with The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club, followed by The Mortal Enemy Murder Club.
Start with The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club and read in order.
Start this series with The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing5 books (2018–2024)
Gloria Chao has written five standalone young adult novels published between 2018 and 2024, with the series still ongoing. Each book can be read independently, though they are best enjoyed in publication order: American Panda, Our Wayward Fate, Rent a Boyfriend, When You Wish Upon a Lantern, and Ex Marks the Spot. These contemporary stories explore themes of identity, culture, and relationships through diverse characters and perspectives.
Start with American Panda, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with American Panda
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Gloria Chao written?
- Gloria Chao has written 9 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2018 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Gloria Chao series?
- Here are the first books in Gloria Chao's series: Anthologies: Fools In Love; Hu Done It: The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club.
- What order should I read Gloria Chao's books?
- We recommend reading Gloria Chao's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Gloria Chao still writing new books?
- Yes, Gloria Chao has 2 ongoing series: Hu Done It, Standalone Novels.