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Jennifer Stevenson Reading Order

8 series · 24 books

FantasyRomance

Jennifer Stevenson writes fantasy romance that blends comedic storytelling with magical realism, often set in working-class Chicago settings. Her characters navigate relationships and supernatural elements with humor and frank sensuality across multiple interconnected series including Backstage Boys, Coed Demon Sluts, and the Hinky Chicago universe. With two decades of publishing experience and involvement in feminist speculative fiction communities, Stevenson has developed a distinctive voice that centers ordinary people encountering extraordinary circumstances.

Backstage Boys Series

Complete

2 books (2009–2010)

Start with Fools Paradise and read in order.

Start this series with Fools Paradise

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Fools Paradise
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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King of Hearts
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Coed Demon Sluts Series

Complete

5 books (2017–2017)

Start with Amanda, the first of 5 books in the Coed Demon Sluts series.

Start this series with Amanda

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2
3
4
5

Hinky Chicago / Jewel Heiss Series

Complete

5 books (2008–2013)

Start with The Hinky Bearskin Rug / The Bearskin Rug, the first of 5 books in the Hinky Chicago / Jewel Heiss series.

Start this series with The Hinky Bearskin Rug / The Bearskin Rug

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The Hinky Bearskin Rug / The Bearskin Rug
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Hinky Brass Bed / The Brass Bed
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Hinky Velvet Chair / The Velvet Chair
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
A Hinky Taste of You
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
The Hinky Genie Lamp
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Liars In Love Series

Complete

2 books (2018–2018)

Start with Anything for the Picture and read in order.

Start this series with Anything for the Picture

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1
Anything for the Picture
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Makeover Queen
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2011)

Start with Dezyrah's Talk Dirty To Me and read in order.

Start this series with Dezyrah's Talk Dirty To Me

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1
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Dezyrah's Talk Dirty To Me
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Short Story Collections Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2020–2021)

Start with Local Magics and read in order.

Start this series with Local Magics

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1
Local Magics
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Only a Paper Moon
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The Ladies Who Got Away
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Slacker Demons Series

Complete

4 books (2012–2015)

Start with Dancing With Cupid, the first of 4 books in the Slacker Demons series.

Start this series with Dancing With Cupid

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1
Dancing With Cupid
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
It's Raining Angels and Demons
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
It's Raining Men
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Walking On Sunshine
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2004–2004)

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Trash, Sex, Magic
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Jennifer Stevenson written?
Jennifer Stevenson has written 24 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 2004 to 2021.
What is the first book in each Jennifer Stevenson series?
Here are the first books in Jennifer Stevenson's series: Backstage Boys: Fools Paradise; Coed Demon Sluts: Amanda; Hinky Chicago / Jewel Heiss: The Hinky Bearskin Rug / The Bearskin Rug; Liars In Love: Anything for the Picture; Short Stories/Novellas: Dezyrah's Talk Dirty To Me.
What order should I read Jennifer Stevenson's books?
We recommend reading Jennifer Stevenson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Jennifer Stevenson's series complete?
Jennifer Stevenson has 7 completed series.

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