
Marian Keyes Reading Order
7 series Β· 30 books Β· Born 10 September 1963
Marian Keyes is a celebrated Irish author known for her engaging and witty storytelling, primarily in the women's fiction genre. With a prolific portfolio that includes 30 titles across 7 series, such as the Walsh Family series and various standalone novels and collections, she captivates readers with her relatable characters and sharp humor. Active from 1995 to 2024, Keyes's most notable work continues to resonate with fans worldwide.
Anthologies Series
Complete4 books (1995β2013)
Start with Irish Girls About Town, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Irish Girls About Town 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Yeats Is Dead! 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Worst Noel: Hellish Holiday Tales 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Booby Trap and Other Bits and Boobs 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete5 books (2001β2016)
Start with Under the Duvet: Shoes, Reviews, Having the Blues, Builders, Babies, Families and Other Calamities, the first of 5 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Under the Duvet: Shoes, Reviews, Having the Blues, Builders, Babies, Families and Other Calamities 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Cracks in My Foundation: Bags, Trips, Make-up Tips, Charity, Glory, and the Darker Side of the Story 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Further Under the Duvet 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Saved by Cake 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Making It Up As I Go Along 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2000β2000)
Start with Is Gearr and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Is Gearr 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | No Dress Rehearsal 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete2 books (2002β2005)
Start with Big Night Out and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Big Night Out 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Nothing Bad Ever Happens in Tiffany's 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete9 books (1996β2020)
Start with Lucy Sullivan Is Getting Married, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Lucy Sullivan Is Getting Married 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Last Chance Saloon 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Sushi for Beginners 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Other Side of the Story 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | This Charming Man 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | The Brightest Star in the Sky 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | The Woman Who Stole My Life 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | The Break 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Grown Ups 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
Walsh Family Series
Ongoing7 books (1995β2024)
Start with Watermelon, the first of 7 books in the Walsh Family series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Watermelon 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Rachel's Holiday 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Angels 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Anybody Out There? 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | The Mystery of Mercy Close 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Again, Rachel 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | My Favourite Mistake 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Walsh Family Collections Series
Complete1 book (2012β2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mammy Walsh's A-Z of the Walsh Family 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Marian Keyes written?
- Marian Keyes has written 30 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Marian Keyes series?
- Here are the first books in Marian Keyes's series: Anthologies: Irish Girls About Town; Non-Fiction: Under the Duvet: Shoes, Reviews, Having the Blues, Builders, Babies, Families and Other Calamities; Short Stories/Novellas: Is Gearr; Short Story Collections: Big Night Out; Walsh Family: Watermelon.
- What order should I read Marian Keyes's books?
- We recommend reading Marian Keyes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Marian Keyes still writing new books?
- Yes, Marian Keyes has 1 ongoing series: Walsh Family.

