Lee Smith Reading Order
6 series · 47 books · Born 1944
Lee Smith is an American fiction writer whose work draws deeply from her Southern heritage, exploring the complexities of regional life through richly developed characters and authentic voices. Her prolific career spans from 1969 to the present, encompassing numerous short story collections, novellas, and anthologies that showcase her distinctive style. A recipient of major literary honors including the O. Henry Award and recognition from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, Smith has established herself as a significant voice in contemporary American literature.
Anthologies Series
Complete7 books (1991–2014)
Start with Growing Up in the South, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with Growing Up in the South
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New Stories From The South Series
Complete20 books (1988–2010)
Start with New Stories from the South(By: Shannon Ravenel), the first of 20 books in the New Stories From The South series.
Start this series with New Stories from the South(By: Shannon Ravenel)
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (2012–2016)
Start with Conversations with Lee Smith and read in order.
Start this series with Conversations with Lee Smith
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (1996–2020)
Start with The Christmas Letters and read in order.
Start this series with The Christmas Letters
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Short Story Collections Series
Complete4 books (1981–2010)
Start with Cakewalk, the first of 4 books in the Short Story Collections series.
Start this series with Cakewalk
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Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete12 books (1969–2023)
Start with Last Day the Dogbushes Bloomed, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Last Day the Dogbushes Bloomed
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Lee Smith written?
- Lee Smith has written 47 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1969 to 2023.
- What is the first book in each Lee Smith series?
- Here are the first books in Lee Smith's series: Anthologies: Growing Up in the South; New Stories From The South: New Stories from the South(By: Shannon Ravenel); Non-Fiction: Conversations with Lee Smith; Short Stories/Novellas: The Christmas Letters; Short Story Collections: Cakewalk.
- What order should I read Lee Smith's books?
- We recommend reading Lee Smith's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Lee Smith's series complete?
- Lee Smith has 5 completed series.