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Jennifer Chiaverini Reading Order

4 series · 44 books

Historical FictionNon-Fiction

Jennifer Chiaverini is a prolific New York Times bestselling author known for weaving intricate narratives across historical fiction and nonfiction. Her most celebrated work, the Elm Creek Quilts series, follows multiple generations of women connected through quilting, combining meticulous historical research with intimate character-driven storytelling. Beyond her fiction, Chiaverini has authored pattern collections and nonfiction works exploring quilting's cultural significance, bringing her passion for textile arts and American history to readers through both narrative and practical craft instruction.

Elm Creek Quilts Series

Ongoing

24 books (1999–2026)

Start with The Quilter's Apprentice, the first of 24 books in the Elm Creek Quilts series.

Start this series with The Quilter's Apprentice

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1
Cover of The Quilter's Apprentice
The Quilter's Apprentice
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of Round Robin
3
Cover of The Cross-Country Quilters
The Cross-Country Quilters
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of The Runaway Quilt
The Runaway Quilt
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Cover of The Quilter's Legacy
The Quilter's Legacy
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Cover of The Master Quilter
The Master Quilter
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
The Christmas Quilt
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Cover of The Sugar Camp Quilt
The Sugar Camp Quilt
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Circle of Quilters
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
The New Year's Quilt
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Cover of The Quilter's Homecoming
The Quilter's Homecoming
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Cover of The Quilter's Kitchen
The Quilter's Kitchen
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
The Winding Ways Quilt
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
Cover of A Quilter's Holiday
A Quilter's Holiday
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
Cover of The Lost Quilter
The Lost Quilter
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
Cover of The Aloha Quilt
The Aloha Quilt
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17
Cover of Sonoma Rose
18
Cover of The Union Quilters
The Union Quilters
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19
Cover of The Wedding Quilt
The Wedding Quilt
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20
Cover of The Giving Quilt
The Giving Quilt
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21
Cover of The Christmas Boutique
The Christmas Boutique
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22
The Museum of Lost Quilts
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23
The World's Fair Quilt
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24
The Patchwork Players
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Elm Creek Quilts Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (2015–2016)

Start with The Quilter's Ghost and read in order.

Start this series with The Quilter's Ghost

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#Title
1
The Quilter's Ghost
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Fabric Diary and The Runner's Quilt
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

6 books (2002–2020)

Start with ELM Creek Quilts, the first of 6 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with ELM Creek Quilts

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#Title
1
Cover of ELM Creek Quilts
ELM Creek Quilts
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of Return to Elm Creek
Return to Elm Creek
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of More Elm Creek Quilts
More Elm Creek Quilts
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of Traditions from Elm Creek Quilts
Traditions from Elm Creek Quilts
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Cover of An Elm Creek Quilts Companion
An Elm Creek Quilts Companion
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Cover of Harriet's Journey from ELM Creek Quilts
Harriet's Journey from ELM Creek Quilts
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

12 books (2013–2023)

Start with Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker

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#Title
1
Cover of Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker
Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of The Spymistress
The Spymistress
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of Mrs. Lincoln's Rival
Mrs. Lincoln's Rival
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of Christmas Bells
Christmas Bells
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Cover of Mrs. Grant and Madame Jule
Mrs. Grant and Madame Jule
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Cover of Fates and Traitors
Fates and Traitors
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Cover of Enchantress of Numbers
Enchantress of Numbers
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Cover of Resistance Women
Resistance Women
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Cover of Mrs. Lincoln's Sisters
Mrs. Lincoln's Sisters
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
Cover of The Women's March
The Women's March
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Cover of Switchboard Soldiers
Switchboard Soldiers
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Canary Girls
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Jennifer Chiaverini written?
Jennifer Chiaverini has written 44 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Jennifer Chiaverini series?
Here are the first books in Jennifer Chiaverini's series: Elm Creek Quilts: The Quilter's Apprentice; Elm Creek Quilts Short Stories/Novellas: The Quilter's Ghost; Non-Fiction: ELM Creek Quilts.
What order should I read Jennifer Chiaverini's books?
We recommend reading Jennifer Chiaverini's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Jennifer Chiaverini still writing new books?
Yes, Jennifer Chiaverini has 1 ongoing series: Elm Creek Quilts.

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