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Manda Collins Reading Order

9 series · 27 books

Historical FictionLiterary FictionRomance

Manda Collins is a prolific author known for her captivating romance novels, particularly in the regency and contemporary genres. With a total of 27 works spanning 9 series, her most celebrated titles include A Wallflower’s Guide, Ugly Ducklings, and the Wicked Widows series. Active from 2012 to 2025, Collins has made a significant mark in the romance literary scene.

A Lady's Guide Series

Ongoing

4 books (2020–2024)

Start with A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem, the first of 4 books in the A Lady's Guide series.

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1
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A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem
2020Buy 🇺🇸
2
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An Heiress's Guide to Deception and Desire
2021Buy 🇺🇸
3
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A Spinster's Guide to Danger and Dukes
2023Buy 🇺🇸
4
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A Governess's Guide to Passion and Peril
2024Buy 🇺🇸

A Wallflower’s Guide Series

Complete

1 book (2025–2025)

#Title
1
A Wallflower’s Guide to Viscounts and Vice
2025Buy 🇺🇸

Anthologies Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2015)

Start with Murder, Secrets, Kisses, and Lies and read in order.

#Title
1
Murder, Secrets, Kisses, and Lies
2014Buy 🇺🇸
2
Past Thrills
2015Buy 🇺🇸

Lawyers in Love Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

#Title
1
Legally Yours
2012Buy 🇺🇸

Lords of Anarchy Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2016)

Start with A Good Rake is Hard to Find and read in order.

#Title
1
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A Good Rake is Hard to Find
2015Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Good Earl Gone Bad
2015Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Good Dukes Wear Black
2016Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

3 books (2016–2024)

Start with How to Woo a Widow and read in order.

#Title
1
How to Woo a Widow
2016Buy 🇺🇸
2
With This Christmas Ring
2017Buy 🇺🇸
3
Portrait of a Nightingale
2024Buy 🇺🇸

Studies In Scandal Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2017–2022)

Start with Duke with Benefits, the first of 5 books in the Studies In Scandal series.

#Title
1
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Duke with Benefits
2017Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Ready Set Rogue
2017Buy 🇺🇸
3
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One for the Rogue
2018Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Wallflower Most Wanted
2018Buy 🇺🇸
5
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Rogue, Set, Match
2022Buy 🇺🇸

Ugly Ducklings Series

Complete

4 books (2012–2013)

Start with How to Dance with a Duke, the first of 4 books in the Ugly Ducklings series.

#Title
1
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How to Dance with a Duke
2012Buy 🇺🇸
2
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How to Romance a Rake
2012Buy 🇺🇸
3
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How to Entice an Earl
2013Buy 🇺🇸
4
The Perks of Being a Beauty
2013Buy 🇺🇸

Wicked Widows Series

Complete

4 books (2013–2014)

Start with Why Dukes Say I Do, the first of 4 books in the Wicked Widows series.

#Title
1
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Why Dukes Say I Do
2013Buy 🇺🇸
2
Once Upon a Christmas Kiss
2014Buy 🇺🇸
3
Why Earls Fall in Love
2014Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Why Lords Lose Their Hearts
2014Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Manda Collins written?
Manda Collins has written 27 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Manda Collins series?
Here are the first books in Manda Collins's series: A Lady's Guide: A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem; Anthologies: Murder, Secrets, Kisses, and Lies; Lords of Anarchy: A Good Rake is Hard to Find; Studies In Scandal: Duke with Benefits; Ugly Ducklings: How to Dance with a Duke.
What order should I read Manda Collins's books?
We recommend reading Manda Collins's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Manda Collins still writing new books?
Yes, Manda Collins has 2 ongoing series: A Lady's Guide, Standalone Novels.

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