Judith Keim Reading Order
14 series · 86 books
Judith Keim is a prolific American novelist celebrated for her engaging stories centered on strong women navigating life's challenges and discovering love. With a remarkable portfolio of 86 books spread across 14 series, her notable works include the Beach House Hotel, Chandler Hill Inn, and The Desert Sage Inn series. Active from 2001 until 2026, Keim's heartfelt narratives continue to resonate with readers.
Beach House Hotel Series
Ongoing12 books (2015–2026)
Start with Breakfast at the Beach House Hotel, the first of 12 books in the Beach House Hotel series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Breakfast at the Beach House Hotel 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Dinner at The Beach House Hotel 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Lunch at The Beach House Hotel 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Christmas at The Beach House Hotel 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Margaritas at the Beach House Hotel 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Dessert at The Beach House Hotel 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Coffee at The Beach House Hotel 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | High Tea at The Beach House Hotel 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Nightcaps at The Beach House Hotel 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Bubbles at The Beach House Hotel 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Canapes at The Beach House Hotel 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Sea Breezes at The Beach House Hotel 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Chandler Hill Inn Series
Complete3 books (2019–2020)
Start with Coming Home and read in order.
Fat Fridays Group Series
Complete3 books (2015–2018)
Start with Fat Fridays and read in order.
Mossy Creek Series
Complete11 books (2001–2017)
Start with Mossy Creek, the first of 11 books in the Mossy Creek series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Mossy Creek 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Reunion at Mossy Creek 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Summer in Mossy Creek 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Blessings of Mossy Creek 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | A Day in Mossy Creek 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | At Home in Mossy Creek 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Gone But Not Forgotten 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Critters of Mossy Creek 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Homecoming in Mossy Creek 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Closer Than They Appear 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Christmas in Mossy Creek 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
Sail Away Series
Likely Complete9 books (2023–2023)
Start with A Not So Distant Shore(By: Ev Bishop), the first of 9 books in the Sail Away series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Not So Distant Shore(By: Ev Bishop) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Caroline, Adrift:(By: Kay Bratt) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Lost at Sea(By: Patricia Sands) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Moonlight on the Lido Deck(By: Violet Howe) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Last Port of Call(By: Elizabeth Bromke) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Sound of the Sea(By: Jessie Newton) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | The Winning Tickets 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Uncharted Waters(By: Tammy L. Grace) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Welcome Aboard(With: Elizabeth Bromke,Kay Bratt,Ev Bishop,Tammy L. Grace,Violet Howe,Jessie Newton,Patricia Sands) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
Salty Key Inn Series
Complete4 books (2017–2018)
Start with Finding Me, the first of 4 books in the Salty Key Inn series.
Sanderling Cove Inn Series
Likely Complete3 books (2022–2023)
Start with Waves of Hope and read in order.
Seashell Cottage Series
Likely Complete5 books (2018–2022)
Start with A Christmas Star, the first of 5 books in the Seashell Cottage series.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Likely Complete2 books (2015–2023)
Start with Winning Big and read in order.
Soul Sisters at Cedar Mountain Lodge Series
Likely Complete18 books (2020–2023)
Start with Christmas Dreams(By: Ev Bishop), the first of 18 books in the Soul Sisters at Cedar Mountain Lodge series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Christmas Dreams(By: Ev Bishop) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Christmas Hope(By: Violet Howe) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Christmas Kisses 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Christmas Rings(By: Tess Thompson) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Christmas Sisters(With: Ev Bishop,Tammy L. Grace,Violet Howe,Tess Thompson) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Christmas Wishes(By: Tammy L. Grace) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Christmas Castles 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Christmas Peace(By: Violet Howe) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Christmas Star(By: Tess Thompson) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Christmas Surprises(By: Tammy L. Grace) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Christmas Yearnings(By: Ev Bishop) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Christmas Joy 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Christmas Longings(By: Ev Bishop) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Christmas Secret(By: Violet Howe) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | Christmas Shelter(By: Tammy L. Grace) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Christmas Comfort(By: Ev Bishop) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Christmas Hearts(By: Tammy L. Grace) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Christmas Promise(By: Violet Howe) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Holiday Hopes 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Desert Sage Inn Series
Likely Complete4 books (2021–2022)
Start with The Desert Flowers - Lily, the first of 4 books in the The Desert Sage Inn series.
The Hartwell Women Series
Complete4 books (2015–2018)
Start with Straight Talk, the first of 4 books in the The Hartwell Women series.
The Lilac Lake Inn Series
Ongoing7 books (2023–2026)
Start with Love by Design, the first of 7 books in the The Lilac Lake Inn series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Judith Keim written?
- Judith Keim has written 86 books across 14 series. Their published works span from 2001 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Judith Keim series?
- Here are the first books in Judith Keim's series: Beach House Hotel: Breakfast at the Beach House Hotel; Chandler Hill Inn: Coming Home; Fat Fridays Group: Fat Fridays; Mossy Creek: Mossy Creek; Sail Away: A Not So Distant Shore(By: Ev Bishop).
- What order should I read Judith Keim's books?
- We recommend reading Judith Keim's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Judith Keim still writing new books?
- Yes, Judith Keim has 2 ongoing series: Beach House Hotel, The Lilac Lake Inn.