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Sarah Addison Allen Reading Order

5 series · 14 books

FantasyLiterary Fiction

Sarah Addison Allen writes literary fantasy novels set in the American South, blending magical realism with emotional depth and small-town charm. Her work spans multiple series including the Waverley Family saga and standalone novels like Lost Lake, creating interconnected worlds where everyday life intersects with wonder. With fourteen books published since 2000, Allen has established herself as a master of character-driven storytelling that appeals to readers seeking both literary substance and imaginative escape.

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

#Title
1
The Firefly Dance
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Lost Lake Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2014)

Start with Waking Kate and read in order.

Start this series with Waking Kate

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1
2

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

5 books (2008–2026)

Start with The Sugar Queen, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Sugar Queen

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#Title
1
Cover of The Sugar Queen
The Sugar Queen
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of The Girl Who Chased the Moon
The Girl Who Chased the Moon
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of The Peach Keeper
The Peach Keeper
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of Other Birds
5
Cover of Paper Ghosts
Paper Ghosts
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Sweet Tea Series

Complete

4 books (2000–2012)

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.

Start this series with Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(By: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Donna Ball,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight)

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#Title
1
Cover of Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(By: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Donna Ball,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight)
Sweet Tea and Jesus Shoes(By: Debra Dixon,Sandra Chastain,Donna Ball,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis,Nancy Knight)
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of More Sweet Tea(By: Sandra Chastain,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis)
More Sweet Tea(By: Sandra Chastain,Deborah Smith,Virginia Ellis)
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
On Grandma's Porch(With: Sandra Chastain,Deborah Smith,Susan Goggins)
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Waverley Family Series

Complete

2 books (2007–2015)

Start with Garden Spells and read in order.

Start this series with Garden Spells

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#Title
1
Cover of Garden Spells
Garden Spells
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of First Frost

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.

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