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Monica Murphy Reading Order

22 series Β· 89 books

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Anthologies Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2015–2022)

Monica Murphy's Anthologies series comprises four romance anthologies published between 2015 and 2022. The collection includes Premiere, 'Tis the Season for Romance, Mistletoe Kisses, and Happily Ever After Cookbook, and should be read in publication order. The series appears to be complete.

Start with Premiere, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.

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'Tis the Season for Romance
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Happily Ever After Cookbook

Arranged Marriage Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2022–2022)

Monica Murphy's Arranged Marriage trilogy consists of three contemporary romance novels published in 2022, following interconnected stories of couples bound by marriage agreements. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Reckless Union, followed by The Reluctant Bride and concluding with The Ruthless Groom. While the trilogy appears to be complete, each book explores different perspectives on arranged marriage dynamics within the same world.

Start with The Reckless Union and read in order.

Start this series with The Reckless Union

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Billionaire Bachelors Club Series

Ongoing

5 books (2013–2024)

The Billionaire Bachelors Club series by Monica Murphy consists of five contemporary romance novels published between 2013 and 2024, with the series still ongoing. Each book follows a standalone romance centered on wealthy male protagonists, though reading in publication orderβ€”beginning with Craveβ€”provides the best experience for following the interconnected storylines. The series includes Crave, Torn, Intoxicated, Savor, and Savor and Intoxicated, with the final title representing an expanded or re-release edition.

Start with Crave, the first of 5 books in the Billionaire Bachelors Club series.

College Years Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2021–2021)

Monica Murphy's College Years series comprises four interconnected romance novels released in 2021, following college students through their academic journey. The series should be read in publication order beginning with The Freshman, followed by The Junior, The Senior, and The Sophomore. While the final book has not been officially confirmed as the last entry, the series appears to be complete as of its 2021 publication date.

Start with The Freshman, the first of 4 books in the College Years series.

Damaged Hearts Series

Complete

3 books (2018–2018)

Monica Murphy's Damaged Hearts is a completed three-book romance series published in 2018 that should be read in publication order. The series consists of Damaged Hearts, Her Defiant Heart, and His Wasted Heart, following a interconnected narrative across all three installments. Readers new to this series should begin with the first book and progress sequentially to fully experience the story arcs as intended.

Start with Damaged Hearts and read in order.

Dating Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2019–2021)

Monica Murphy's Dating series comprises seven contemporary romance novels published between 2019 and 2021, arranged in publication order beginning with Fake Date. The series appears to be complete, with each entry following a standalone romance while maintaining continuity within the shared world. Readers should start with the first book and progress through the full sequence to experience the interconnected stories in their intended order.

Start with Fake Date, the first of 7 books in the Dating series.

Endless Summer Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2017)

The Endless Summer trilogy by Monica Murphy is a complete romance series consisting of three books published between 2016 and 2017. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Daring the Bad Boy and continuing through the subsequent installments. All three books were released within a single year, making this a quickly-concluded series for romance readers.

Start with Daring the Bad Boy and read in order.

Start this series with Daring the Bad Boy

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Keeping Her Secret(By: Sarah Nicolas)
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Taming the Rebel(By: Dawn Klehr)

Forever Yours Series

Complete

3 books (2018–2019)

Monica Murphy's Forever Yours trilogy follows a contemporary romance series complete across three books released between 2018 and 2019. The series should be read in publication order beginning with You Promised Me Forever, followed by Nothing Without You and concluding with Thinking About You. This finished trilogy offers a contained romance narrative meant to be experienced sequentially.

Start with You Promised Me Forever and read in order.

Start this series with You Promised Me Forever

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You Promised Me Forever
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Friends Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2017)

Monica Murphy's Friends series is a complete romance trilogy published between 2016 and 2017. The three booksβ€”Just Friends, More Than Friends, and Foreverβ€”should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected story. This contemporary romance series spans the evolution of relationships across its three installments.

Start with Just Friends and read in order.

Kings of Campus Series

Ongoing

2 books (2024–2025)

Monica Murphy's Kings of Campus is an ongoing romance series with two books published in 2024 and 2025. Read the books in publication order, beginning with End Game followed by Play It Off.

Start with End Game and read in order.

Kristen Proby Crossover Collection Series

Complete

6 books (2019–2019)

The Kristen Proby Crossover Collection is a completed six-book romance series published in 2019, featuring interconnected stories from multiple authors including Rachel Van Dyken, K.L. Grayson, Samantha Young, Kristen Proby, and Sawyer Bennett. This collaborative series should be read in publication order, beginning with All Stars Fall and concluding with Wicked Force. The books weave together characters and storylines across different authors' universes, creating a unified narrative experience for romance readers.

Start with All Stars Fall(By: Rachel Van Dyken), the first of 6 books in the Kristen Proby Crossover Collection series.

Start this series with All Stars Fall(By: Rachel Van Dyken)

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All Stars Fall(By: Rachel Van Dyken)
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Crazy Imperfect Love(By: K.L. Grayson)
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Hold On(By: Samantha Young)
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Soaring with Fallon(By: Kristen Proby)
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Wicked Force(By: Sawyer Bennett)

Lancaster Prep Series

Ongoing

7 books (2021–2024)

The Lancaster Prep series by Monica Murphy consists of seven romance novels published between 2021 and 2024, with the series still ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Things I Wanted To Say and continuing through Lonely for You Only. The series follows interconnected stories set within the Lancaster Prep community, with each installment exploring different relationships and characters within this romantic universe.

Start with Things I Wanted To Say, the first of 7 books in the Lancaster Prep series.

Start this series with Things I Wanted To Say

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Things I Wanted To Say
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A Million Kisses in Your Lifetime
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I’ll Always Be With You
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Promises We Meant To Keep
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You Said I Was Your Favorite
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Lancaster Prep Next Generation Series

Ongoing

3 books (2024–2025)

The Lancaster Prep Next Generation series by Monica Murphy is an ongoing contemporary romance trilogy that launched in 2024 and continues into 2025. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with All My Kisses For You, followed by Keep Me in Your Heart and You Were Never Not Mine. With new installments still being released, this series offers fans of romance a growing collection to explore.

Start with All My Kisses For You and read in order.

Start this series with All My Kisses For You

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All My Kisses For You
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Keep Me in Your Heart
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You Were Never Not Mine

Never Series

Complete

2 books (2016–2016)

Monica Murphy's Never series is a two-book contemporary romance duology completed in 2016. Both novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Never Let You Go followed by Never Tear Us Apart. The series provides a complete story arc when read sequentially.

Start with Never Let You Go and read in order.

Start this series with Never Let You Go

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One Week Girlfriend Series

Complete

7 books (2013–2019)

Monica Murphy's One Week Girlfriend series consists of seven romance novels published between 2013 and 2019. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with One Week Girlfriend and concluding with A Drew + Fable Christmas. The books follow interconnected characters and relationships that develop across the span of the series, with some entries focusing on different couples while maintaining continuity with previous storylines.

Start with One Week Girlfriend, the first of 7 books in the One Week Girlfriend series.

Start this series with One Week Girlfriend

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Second Chance Boyfriend
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Three Broken Promises
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Drew + Fable Forever
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A Drew + Fable Christmas

Reverie Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2014)

Monica Murphy's Reverie series is a two-book contemporary romance duology that concluded in 2014. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Her Destiny followed by His Reverie, as the second book builds directly on the events and relationships established in the first.

Start with Her Destiny and read in order.

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (2022–2023)

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Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

5 books (2017–2026)

Monica Murphy's standalone romance novels span from 2017 to 2024, with four books currently available in the series. While each novel features different characters and storylines, they should be read in publication order: Saving It, Pretty Dead Girls, When Bae..., A Thousand Perfect Lies, and When Sparks Fly. The series remains ongoing, with potential for additional releases.

Start with Saving It, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.

The Callahans Series

Likely Complete

7 books (2020–2022)

Monica Murphy's Callahans series comprises seven interconnected romance novels released between 2020 and 2022. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Addicted To Him and concluding with Making Her Mine. Though no official announcement has been made, the series appears to be complete with its seventh installment.

Start with Addicted To Him, the first of 7 books in the The Callahans series.

The Fowler Sisters Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2015)

Monica Murphy's Fowler Sisters trilogy comprises three contemporary romance novels released between 2014 and 2015. The series follows the three sisters and should be read in publication order: Owning Violet, Stealing Rose, and Taming Lily. The trilogy is complete and concluded.

Start with Owning Violet and read in order.

The Players Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2022–2023)

Monica Murphy's Players series comprises three contemporary romance novels released between 2022 and 2023. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Playing Hard to Get, followed by Playing By The Rules, and concluding with Playing to Win. The series appears to be complete.

Start with Playing Hard to Get and read in order.

Start this series with Playing Hard to Get

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Playing By The Rules
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The Rules Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2017)

Monica Murphy's Rules series comprises four romance novels released between 2015 and 2017, with the complete collection consisting of Fair Game, In The Dark, Slow Play, and Safe Bet. The series is finished and should be read in publication order, beginning with Fair Game. Each installment builds on the previous stories within this contemporary romance series.

Start with Fair Game, the first of 4 books in the The Rules series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Monica Murphy written?
Monica Murphy has written 89 books across 22 series. Their published works span from 2013 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Monica Murphy series?
Here are the first books in Monica Murphy's series: Anthologies: Premiere; Arranged Marriage: The Reckless Union; Billionaire Bachelors Club: Crave; College Years: The Freshman; Damaged Hearts: Damaged Hearts.
What order should I read Monica Murphy's books?
We recommend reading Monica Murphy's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Monica Murphy still writing new books?
Yes, Monica Murphy has 5 ongoing series: Billionaire Bachelors Club, Kings of Campus, Lancaster Prep, Lancaster Prep Next Generation, Standalone Novels.

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