Kathryn Lasky Reading Order
24 series · 267 books · Born 1944
Kathryn Lasky is a prolific American author whose career spans five decades and encompasses more than 250 books across multiple genres, including young adult fantasy, mystery, and literary fiction. Her work ranges from imaginative series like Bears of the Ice and Daughters of the Sea to adventure-driven narratives that captivate readers of all ages. Writing under her own name as well as the pseudonyms Kathryn Lasky Knight and E. L. Swann, she has established herself as a versatile storyteller equally comfortable crafting intricate mysteries, action-packed thrillers, and character-driven literary works.
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Bears Of The Ice Series
Complete3 books (2018–2019)
The Bears of the Ice is a complete trilogy by Kathryn Lasky published between 2018 and 2019. This young adult adventure series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Den of Forever Frost, followed by The Quest of the Cubs, and concluding with The Keepers of the Keys. The three-book sequence combines action and adventure elements with literary storytelling for readers seeking an immersive series experience.
Start with The Den of Forever Frost and read in order.
Start this series with The Den of Forever Frost
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Calista Jacobs Series
Complete4 books (1986–1996)
The Calista Jacobs series consists of four mystery and thriller novels featuring the titular protagonist, published between 1986 and 1996. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Trace Elements and continuing through Mortal Words, Mumbo Jumbo, and concluding with Dark Swan. Kathryn Lasky crafted this finished series as a blend of literary fiction and adventure elements appealing to young adult readers.
Start with Trace Elements, the first of 4 books in the Calista Jacobs series.
Start this series with Trace Elements
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Camp Princess Series
Complete2 books (2006–2007)
The Camp Princess series by Kathryn Lasky consists of two complete books published in 2006 and 2007. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with Born to Rule followed by Unicorns? Get Real! This young adult adventure series is designed to be experienced sequentially for the full narrative experience.
Start with Born to Rule and read in order.
Start this series with Born to Rule
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Daughters Of The Sea Series
Complete4 books (2009–2015)
Kathryn Lasky's Daughters of the Sea is a four-book young adult series published between 2009 and 2015. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Hannah / Girl in the Shadows, followed by May, Lucy, and concluding with The Crossing. Each installment can be approached as a separate story while contributing to the broader arc of the series.
Start with Hannah / Girl in the Shadows, the first of 4 books in the Daughters Of The Sea series.
Start this series with Hannah / Girl in the Shadows
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Deadlies Series
Complete2 books (2010–2011)
The Deadlies is a two-book young adult series by Kathryn Lasky published in 2010 and 2011. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Felix Takes the Stage followed by Spiders on the Case. This mystery and adventure series combines the author's signature storytelling with action-driven narratives aimed at young readers.
Start with Felix Takes the Stage and read in order.
Start this series with Felix Takes the Stage
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Dear America Series
Complete44 books (1996–2013)
Dear America is a complete historical fiction series consisting of 44 books published between 1996 and 2013. Each entry in the collection presents the diary of a young girl at a significant moment in American history, from the Mayflower voyage in 1620 through the early twentieth century. The series features contributions from multiple authors including Kathryn Lasky, Barry Denenberg, Kristiana Gregory, and others, with each book offering a first-person perspective on pivotal historical events. Readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the chronological progression through American history.
Start with A Journey to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple, Mayflower, 1620, the first of 44 books in the Dear America series.
Start this series with A Journey to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple, Mayflower, 1620
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Georgia O’Keeffe Mystery Series
Ongoing4 books (2022–2026)
The Georgia O'Keeffe Mystery series by Kathryn Lasky comprises four books following the artist's life and investigations. Published between 2022 and 2026, the series remains ongoing with new installments to come. Readers should begin with Light on Bone and proceed through the subsequent titles in publication order: Mortal Radiance, A Slant of Light, and Sacred Light. The series blends mystery and literary fiction with historical elements centered on the renowned American modernist painter.
Start with Light on Bone, the first of 4 books in the Georgia O’Keeffe Mystery series.
Start this series with Light on Bone
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Guardians Of Ga'Hoole Series
Complete16 books (2003–2013)
This 16-book fantasy adventure series follows the interconnected stories of owls and their quests across a magical world, beginning with The Capture in 2003 and concluding in 2013. The narrative spans multiple generations and perspectives, with each installment building on previous events and character development. Readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the full arc of the overarching plot. The complete series combines action-packed adventure with themes of courage, loyalty, and self-discovery aimed at young adult audiences.
Start with The Capture, the first of 16 books in the Guardians Of Ga'Hoole series.
Start this series with The Capture
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Guardians Of Ga'Hoole Guide Series
Complete2 books (2007–2010)
This companion series to Kathryn Lasky's Guardians of Ga'Hoole contains two supplementary volumes published between 2007 and 2010, now complete. Both books were created in collaboration with Kathryn Huang and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Guide Book to the Great Tree. These guides expand the world-building and lore of the main series, offering additional context and stories for fans of the fantasy adventure saga.
Start with A Guide Book to the Great Tree(With: Kathryn Huang) and read in order.
Start this series with A Guide Book to the Great Tree(With: Kathryn Huang)
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Horses Of The Dawn Series
Complete3 books (2014–2016)
The Horses of the Dawn trilogy by Kathryn Lasky spans three books published between 2014 and 2016. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Escape, followed by Star Rise, and concluding with Wild Blood. The novels blend adventure and action across their narrative arc, engaging readers with the author's characteristic storytelling style.
Start with The Escape and read in order.
Start this series with The Escape
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Lucille The Pig Series
Complete3 books (2000–2003)
Kathryn Lasky's Lucille the Pig series comprises three complete books published between 2000 and 2003. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Lucille's Snowsuit, followed by Starring Lucille, and concluding with Lucille Camps In. This series blends mystery, adventure, and literary storytelling elements suitable for young readers.
Start with Lucille's Snowsuit and read in order.
Start this series with Lucille's Snowsuit
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My America Series
Complete3 books (2003–2004)
Kathryn Lasky's My America series consists of three complete books published between 2003 and 2004 that should be read in publication order: Home at Last, Hope in My Heart, and An American Spring. This young adult historical fiction series combines literary storytelling with adventure elements across its three installments.
Start with Home at Last and read in order.
Start this series with Home at Last
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My Name Is America Series
Complete19 books (1998–2013)
My Name Is America is a 19-book historical fiction series that follows young male protagonists documenting their experiences during significant periods in American history through first-person journals. Published between 1998 and 2013, the series is now complete and should be read in publication order. Each volume features a different author and focuses on a distinct historical era, allowing readers to explore diverse perspectives from American history through the eyes of ordinary boys living through extraordinary times.
Start with The Journal of James Edmond Pease(By: Jim Murphy), the first of 19 books in the My Name Is America series.
Start this series with The Journal of James Edmond Pease(By: Jim Murphy)
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My Story Series
Likely Complete24 books (1992–2022)
The My Story series comprises 24 historical fiction books published between 1992 and 2022, with contributions from multiple authors including Kathryn Lasky, Ellen Emerson White, Jim Eldridge, and others. Each book presents a first-person narrative from a young person's perspective during a significant historical event, ranging from the sinking of the Titanic to twentieth-century conflicts and social movements. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order to experience the full chronological span of historical moments it covers. Readers interested in young adult historical fiction will find these standalone narratives offer intimate glimpses into pivotal moments in history.
Start with The Titanic(By: Ellen Emerson White), the first of 24 books in the My Story series.
Start this series with The Titanic(By: Ellen Emerson White)
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Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete22 books (1977–2021)
Kathryn Lasky's non-fiction series spans 22 books published between 1977 and 2021, exploring diverse subjects including maritime life, craftsmanship, natural history, wildlife, and literary biography. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Tugboats Never Sleep and progressing through works such as Sugaring Time, Dinosaur Dig, Monarchs, and The Most Beautiful Roof in the World. The series appears to be complete, with the final entries published in 2021. These illustrated non-fiction works are designed to introduce young readers to real-world topics through accessible, narrative-driven storytelling.
Start with Tugboats Never Sleep, the first of 22 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Tugboats Never Sleep
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Orbis Pictus Award Series
Complete12 books (2003–2014)
The Orbis Pictus Award series comprises twelve nonfiction and illustrated works published between 2003 and 2014, celebrating excellence in children's informational literature. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with In Defense of Liberty by Russell Freedman and concluding with The Right Word by Jen Bryant. The collection features diverse topics spanning history, science, biography, and art, each selected for its outstanding contribution to children's literature and educational value.
Start with In Defense of Liberty(By: Russell Freedman), the first of 12 books in the Orbis Pictus Award series.
Start this series with In Defense of Liberty(By: Russell Freedman)
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Picture Series
Likely Complete32 books (1976–2022)
Kathryn Lasky's Picture series comprises 32 books published between 1976 and 2022, spanning picture books that explore diverse themes from family relationships to historical figures and natural phenomena. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with I Have Four Names for My Grandfather and continuing through titles such as My Island Grandma, Days of the Dead, The Librarian Who Measured the Earth, and Marven of the Great North Woods. While individual entries function as standalone stories, they collectively showcase Lasky's versatility across mystery, adventure, literary fiction, and non-fiction for young readers. The series appears to be complete as of 2022.
Start with I Have Four Names for My Grandfather, the first of 32 books in the Picture series.
Start this series with I Have Four Names for My Grandfather
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Portraits Series
Complete2 books (2000–2005)
Kathryn Lasky's Portraits series consists of two complete novels published between 2000 and 2005. Readers should begin with Portraits of Flowers and Shadows before moving to Dancing Through Fire, as the books are best experienced in their publication order.
Start with Portraits of Flowers and Shadows and read in order.
Start this series with Portraits of Flowers and Shadows
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing33 books (1980–2024)
Kathryn Lasky's collection of 33 standalone novels spans from 1980 to 2024 across multiple genres including mystery, literary fiction, young adult, and adventure. Each book functions as an independent story, making them suitable for reading in any order, though publication order beginning with The Weaver's Gift reflects the author's creative development over four decades. The series remains ongoing, with Lasky continuing to add new works to this diverse catalog. Readers can explore individual titles based on their preferred genre without needing to follow a specific sequence.
Start with The Weaver's Gift, the first of 33 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Weaver's Gift
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Starbuck Family Adventures Series
Complete3 books (1991–1993)
The Starbuck Family Adventures is a complete three-book series by Kathryn Lasky published between 1991 and 1993. The series comprises Double Trouble Squared, Shadows in the Water, and A Voice in the Wind, which should be read in publication order. These action-adventure mysteries for young readers follow a cohesive narrative arc across the trilogy.
Start with Double Trouble Squared and read in order.
Start this series with Double Trouble Squared
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Tangled In Time Series
Complete2 books (2019–2019)
This complete two-book series by Kathryn Lasky, published in 2019, blends mystery and adventure across time. Both books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Burning Queen followed by The Portal, to fully experience the interconnected narrative.
Start with The Burning Queen and read in order.
Start this series with The Burning Queen
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The Royal Diaries Series
Complete20 books (1994–2006)
The Royal Diaries is a complete series of 20 historical fiction books published between 1994 and 2006, following the lives of real princesses and queens from various time periods and cultures. Written by multiple authors including Kathryn Lasky, Kristiana Gregory, Carolyn Meyer, and others, each book presents a first-person diary account of a different royal figure. The series should be read in publication order to best experience how the collection evolved. From Mary, Queen of Scots to lesser-known historical figures like Sŏndŏk of Korea and Lady of Ch'iao Kuo, these books blend historical facts with imagined personal reflections to bring young adult readers closer to the experiences of remarkable women in history.
Start with Mary, Queen of Scots, the first of 20 books in the The Royal Diaries series.
Start this series with Mary, Queen of Scots
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The Secret of Glendunny Series
Likely Complete2 books (2022–2023)
The Secret of Glendunny is a two-book mystery series by Kathryn Lasky published in 2022 and 2023. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Haunting followed by The Searchers. The series appears to be complete.
Start with The Haunting and read in order.
Start this series with The Haunting
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Wolves Of The Beyond Series
Complete6 books (2010–2013)
The Wolves of the Beyond is a complete six-book series by Kathryn Lasky published between 2010 and 2013. This young adult adventure series should be read in publication order, beginning with Lone Wolf and continuing through Shadow Wolf, Frost Wolf, Watch Wolf, Spirit Wolf, and concluding with Star Wolf. The interconnected narrative follows a cast of wolf characters through their journeys across a richly imagined wilderness setting.
Start with Lone Wolf, the first of 6 books in the Wolves Of The Beyond series.
Start this series with Lone Wolf
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Kathryn Lasky written?
- Kathryn Lasky has written 267 books across 24 series. Their published works span from 1976 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Kathryn Lasky series?
- Here are the first books in Kathryn Lasky's series: Bears Of The Ice: The Den of Forever Frost; Calista Jacobs: Trace Elements; Camp Princess: Born to Rule; Daughters Of The Sea: Hannah / Girl in the Shadows; Deadlies: Felix Takes the Stage.
- What order should I read Kathryn Lasky's books?
- We recommend reading Kathryn Lasky's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Kathryn Lasky still writing new books?
- Yes, Kathryn Lasky has 2 ongoing series: Georgia O’Keeffe Mystery, Standalone Novels.