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Kate DiCamillo

Kate DiCamillo Reading Order

12 series Β· 50 books Β· Born 1964-03-25

Kate DiCamillo is a celebrated American children's author known for her captivating storytelling and whimsical style. With more than 50 books spread across 12 series, including popular titles like Bink & Gollie, Mercy Watson, and Tales From Deckawoo Drive, she has charmed readers since her debut in 2000. DiCamillo's remarkable contributions to children's literature culminate in a legacy that appeals to young audiences and their families alike, with her works achieving impressive sales and critical acclaim.

Anthologies Series

Ongoing

3 books (2011–2024)

Start with The Chronicles of Harris Burdick and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Chronicles of Harris Burdick
The Chronicles of Harris Burdick
2
Cover of The Creativity Project
The Creativity Project
3
The Best Short Stories 2024

Bink & Gollie Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2013)

Start with Bink and Gollie and read in order.

#Title
1
Bink and Gollie
2
Two for One
3
Best Friends Forever

Kate DiCamillo Children\'s Series

Ongoing

7 books (2008–2025)

Start with A Hero's Quest, the first of 7 books in the Kate DiCamillo Children\'s series.

#Title
1
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A Hero's Quest
2
Cover of No Ordinary Mouse
No Ordinary Mouse
3
Cover of The Mouse and the Princess
The Mouse and the Princess
4
5
Cover of Good Rosie!
Good Rosie!
6
Cover of Orris and Timble: The Beginning
Orris and Timble: The Beginning
7
Cover of Orris and Timble: Lost and Found
Orris and Timble: Lost and Found

Kate DiCamillo Omnibus Series

Complete

2 books (2010–2013)

Start with The Kate DiCamillo Collection and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Kate DiCamillo Collection
The Kate DiCamillo Collection
2
Cover of The Essential Kate DiCamillo Collection
The Essential Kate DiCamillo Collection

Mercy Watson Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2005–2022)

Start with Mercy Watson to the Rescue, the first of 8 books in the Mercy Watson series.

#Title
1
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Mercy Watson to the Rescue
2
Mercy Watson Fights Crime
3
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Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride
4
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Princess in Disguise
5
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Mercy Watson Thinks Like a Pig
6
Cover of Something Wonky This Way Comes
Something Wonky This Way Comes
7
Cover of A Piglet Named Mercy
A Piglet Named Mercy
8
Cover of A Very Mercy Christmas
A Very Mercy Christmas

Orris and Timble Series

Ongoing

3 books (2024–2026)

Start with Orris and Timble: The Beginning and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Orris and Timble: The Beginning
Orris and Timble: The Beginning
2
Cover of Orris and Timble: Lost and Found
Orris and Timble: Lost and Found
3
Cover of Orris and Timble: Star Stories
Orris and Timble: Star Stories

Picture Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2007–2021)

Start with Great Joy and read in order.

#Title
1
2
Cover of Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken
Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken
3
Cover of The Beatryce Prophecy
The Beatryce Prophecy

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2010–2010)

#Title
1
Your Question for Author Here(With: Jon Scieszka)

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

7 books (2000–2024)

Start with Because of Winn-Dixie, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
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Because of Winn-Dixie
2
Cover of The Tiger Rising
The Tiger Rising
3
Cover of The Tale of Despereaux
The Tale of Despereaux
4
Cover of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
5
Cover of The Magician's Elephant
The Magician's Elephant
6
Cover of Flora and Ulysses
Flora and Ulysses
7

Tales From Deckawoo Drive Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2014–2023)

Start with Leroy Ninker Saddles Up, the first of 7 books in the Tales From Deckawoo Drive series.

#Title
1
Cover of Leroy Ninker Saddles Up
Leroy Ninker Saddles Up
2
Cover of Francine Poulet Meets the Ghost Raccoon
Francine Poulet Meets the Ghost Raccoon
3
Cover of Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?
Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?
4
Cover of Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package
Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package
5
Cover of Stella Endicott and the Anything-Is-Possible Poem
Stella Endicott and the Anything-Is-Possible Poem
6
Cover of Franklin Endicott and the Third Key
Franklin Endicott and the Third Key
7
Cover of Mercy Watson is Missing!
Mercy Watson is Missing!

The Norendy Tales Series

Ongoing

3 books (2023–2025)

Start with The Puppets of Spelhorst and read in order.

#Title
1
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The Puppets of Spelhorst
2
The Hotel Balzaar
3
Cover of Lost Evangeline
Lost Evangeline

Three Rancheros Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2019)

Start with Raymie Nightingale and read in order.

#Title
1
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Raymie Nightingale
2
Cover of Louisiana's Way Home
Louisiana's Way Home
3
Cover of Beverly, Right Here
Beverly, Right Here

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Kate DiCamillo written?
Kate DiCamillo has written 50 books across 12 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Kate DiCamillo series?
Here are the first books in Kate DiCamillo's series: Anthologies: The Chronicles of Harris Burdick; Bink & Gollie: Bink and Gollie; Kate DiCamillo Children\'s: A Hero's Quest; Kate DiCamillo Omnibus: The Kate DiCamillo Collection; Mercy Watson: Mercy Watson to the Rescue.
What order should I read Kate DiCamillo's books?
We recommend reading Kate DiCamillo's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Kate DiCamillo still writing new books?
Yes, Kate DiCamillo has 5 ongoing series: Anthologies, Kate DiCamillo Children\'s, Orris and Timble, Standalone Novels, The Norendy Tales.

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