Raina Telgemeier Reading Order
7 series · 38 books · Born May 26, 1977
Raina Telgemeier is a celebrated graphic novelist and author known for her engaging and relatable stories aimed at young audiences. With a portfolio featuring 38 books across seven series, including popular titles like Ghosts, Smile, and her contributions to the Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels, she has made a significant impact in the comic book genre. Active from 2006 to 2026, Telgemeier's work resonates with readers for its humor, heartfelt themes, and vibrant illustrations.
Anthologies Series
Complete5 books (2007–2013)
Start with Flight, Vol. 4, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels Series
Ongoing20 books (2006–2026)
Start with Kristy's Great Idea, the first of 20 books in the Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Kristy's Great Idea 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Claudia and Mean Janine 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Mary Anne Saves the Day 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Dawn and the Impossible Three(By: Gale Galligan) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Kristy's Big Day(By: Gale Galligan) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Boy-Crazy Stacey(By: Gale Galligan) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Logan Likes Mary Anne!(By: Gale Galligan) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Claudia and the New Girl(By: Gabriela Epstein) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Kristy and the Snobs(By: Ann M. Martin) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Good-bye Stacey, Good-bye(By: Gabriela Epstein) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Jessi's Secret Language(By: Ann M. Martin) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Mary Anne's Bad Luck Mystery(By: Cynthia Yuan Cheng) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Mary Anne's Bad Luck Mystery: A Graphic Novel(By: Cynthia Yuan Cheng) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Claudia and the Bad Joke(By: Arley Nopra) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Stacey's Mistake(By: Ellen T.Crenshaw) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  The Truth About Stacey 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Kristy and the Walking Disaster(By: Ellen T. Crenshaw) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Jessi Ramsey, Pet-sitter: A Graphic Novel(By: Ellen T. Crenshaw,Ann M Martin) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | Mallory and the Trouble with Twins(By: Arley Nopra) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Dawn on the Coast(By: Ann M. Martin,Arley Nopra) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Explorer Series
Complete3 books (2012–2014)
Start with The Mystery Boxes(With: Emily Carroll,Dave Roman,Kazu Kibuishi,Rad Sechrist,Jason Caffoe,Stuart Livingston) and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Mystery Boxes(With: Emily Carroll,Dave Roman,Kazu Kibuishi,Rad Sechrist,Jason Caffoe,Stuart Livingston) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Lost Islands(With: Braden Lamb,Michel Gagné,Jake Parker,Dave Roman,Kazu Kibuishi,Christina Garland,Jason Caffoe,EricKim,Selena Dizazzo,Katie Shanahan,Steven Shanahan) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Hidden Doors(By: Douglas Holgate,Steve Hamaker,Faith Erin Hicks,Jen Wang,Kazu Kibuishi,Johane Matte,Jason Caffoe,Noreen Rana,Mary Cagle,Jen Breach) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
Ghosts Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Ghosts 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
Graphic Novels Series
Ongoing3 books (2009–2025)
Start with X-Men: Misfits and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing3 books (2019–2025)
Start with My Smile Diary and read in order.
Smile Series
Complete3 books (2009–2019)
Start with Smile and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Raina Telgemeier written?
- Raina Telgemeier has written 38 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Raina Telgemeier series?
- Here are the first books in Raina Telgemeier's series: Anthologies: Flight, Vol. 4; Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels: Kristy's Great Idea; Explorer: The Mystery Boxes(With: Emily Carroll,Dave Roman,Kazu Kibuishi,Rad Sechrist,Jason Caffoe,Stuart Livingston); Graphic Novels: X-Men: Misfits; Non-Fiction: My Smile Diary.
- What order should I read Raina Telgemeier's books?
- We recommend reading Raina Telgemeier's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Raina Telgemeier still writing new books?
- Yes, Raina Telgemeier has 3 ongoing series: Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels, Graphic Novels, Non-Fiction.