Sarah Addison Allen Reading Order
5 series Β· 14 books
Sarah Addison Allen is a celebrated American author known for her enchanting blend of magical realism and contemporary fiction. With 14 titles spanning five series, including Lost Lake and Sweet Tea, as well as standalone novels and anthologies, her work captivates readers with its whimsical charm and heartfelt storytelling. Active from 2000 to 2026, she has garnered acclaim for her most notable book, Garden Spells.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2011β2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Firefly Dance 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Lost Lake Series
Complete2 books (2013β2014)
Start with Waking Kate and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Waking Kate 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Lost Lake 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing5 books (2008β2026)
Start with The Sugar Queen, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Sugar Queen 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Girl Who Chased the Moon 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Peach Keeper 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Other Birds 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Paper Ghosts 2026Buy πΊπΈ |
Sweet Tea Series
Complete4 books (2000β2012)
Start with Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(By: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Donna Ball,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight), the first of 4 books in the Sweet Tea series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(By: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Donna Ball,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight) 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | More Sweet Tea(By: Sandra Chastain,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis) 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | On Grandma's Porch(With: Sandra Chastain,Deborah Smith,Susan Goggins) 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Sweeter Than Tea(By: Kimberly Brock,Deborah Grace Staley,Tom Honea,Jane Jacobson,Valerie Keiser Norris,S.P. Sipal,Clara Wimberly,Misty Barrere,Willis Baker,Martina Boone,Deedra Climer,Darcy Crowder,Kathleen Hodges) 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Waverley Family Series
Complete2 books (2007β2015)
Start with Garden Spells and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Garden Spells 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | First Frost 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Sarah Addison Allen written?
- Sarah Addison Allen has written 14 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Sarah Addison Allen series?
- Here are the first books in Sarah Addison Allen's series: Lost Lake: Waking Kate; Sweet Tea: Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(By: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Donna Ball,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight); Waverley Family: Garden Spells.
- What order should I read Sarah Addison Allen's books?
- We recommend reading Sarah Addison Allen's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Sarah Addison Allen still writing new books?
- Yes, Sarah Addison Allen has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

