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Manda Collins Reading Order

9 series · 28 books

Historical FictionLiterary FictionRomance

Manda Collins crafts engaging historical romance primarily set during the Regency era, blending period authenticity with compelling character development. With nearly thirty books across multiple series including A Lady's Guide and A Wallflower's Guide, she has established herself as a versatile voice in romance and historical fiction since her debut in 2012. Her work ranges from sweeping historical narratives to contemporary romance, consistently delivering emotionally resonant stories that appeal to both genre enthusiasts and literary readers.

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.

Start this series with A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem

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

A Wallflower’s Guide Series

Complete

1 book (2025–2025)

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1
A Wallflower’s Guide to Viscounts and Vice
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Anthologies Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2015)

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

Start this series with Murder, Secrets, Kisses, and Lies

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1
Murder, Secrets, Kisses, and Lies
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Past Thrills
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Lawyers in Love Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

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1
Legally Yours
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Lords of Anarchy Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2016)

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

Start this series with A Good Rake is Hard to Find

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

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

4 books (2016–2026)

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

Start this series with How to Woo a Widow

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1
How to Woo a Widow
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
With This Christmas Ring
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Portrait of a Nightingale
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Ghost Me, Maybe
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

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.

Start this series with Duke with Benefits

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

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.

Start this series with How to Dance with a Duke

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

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.

Start this series with Why Dukes Say I Do

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Manda Collins written?
Manda Collins has written 28 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2026.
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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