Stephanie Grace Whitson Reading Order
9 series Β· 36 books
Stephanie Grace Whitson is a prolific American author known for her captivating historical fiction. With 36 novels spanning nine series, including Dakota Moons and A Garden in Paris, her work often explores the resilience of women in pioneer settings. Active from 1994 to 2024, Whitson's storytelling brings the past to life, inviting readers into richly woven narratives.
A Garden in Paris Series
Complete2 books (2005β2006)
Start with A Garden in Paris and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Garden in Paris 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | A Hilltop in Tuscany 2006Buy πΊπΈ |
Dakota Moons Series
Complete3 books (2001β2002)
Start with Edge of the Wilderness and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Edge of the Wilderness 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Valley of the Shadow 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Heart of the Sandhills 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
Keepsake Legacies Series
Complete3 books (1998β1999)
Start with Sarah's Patchwork and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sarah's Patchwork 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Karyn's Memory Box 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Nora's Ribbon of Memories 1999Buy πΊπΈ |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete4 books (2003β2019)
Start with The Friendship Bear, the first of 4 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Friendship Bear 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | How to Help a Grieving Friend 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Home on the Plains 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Ink: A Writing Life 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
Pine Ridge Portraits Series
Complete3 books (2003β2005)
Start with Secrets on the Wind and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Secrets on the Wind 2003Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Watchers on the Hill 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Footprints on the Horizon 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
Prairie Winds Series
Complete3 books (1994β1997)
Start with Walks The Fire and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Walks The Fire 1994Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Soaring Eagle 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Red Bird 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Story Collections Series
Ongoing4 books (2012β2024)
Start with A Patchwork Christmas Collection, the first of 4 books in the Short Story Collections series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Patchwork Christmas Collection 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | A Basket Brigade Christmas 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Christmas Stitches 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | A Prairie Christmas Collection 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete10 books (2007β2023)
Start with Jacob's List, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Jacob's List 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Unbridled Dreams 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | A Claim of Her Own 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Sixteen Brides 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | A Most Unsuitable Match 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | A Captain for Laura Rose 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Daughter of the Regiment 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Messenger By Moonlight 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Belle of the Wild West 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Love at First Light 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
The Quilt Chronicles Series
Complete4 books (2012β2014)
Start with The Key on the Quilt, the first of 4 books in the The Quilt Chronicles series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Key on the Quilt 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Shadow on the Quilt 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | The Message on the Quilt 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Quilt Chronicles 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Stephanie Grace Whitson written?
- Stephanie Grace Whitson has written 36 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Stephanie Grace Whitson series?
- Here are the first books in Stephanie Grace Whitson's series: A Garden in Paris: A Garden in Paris; Dakota Moons: Edge of the Wilderness; Keepsake Legacies: Sarah's Patchwork; Non-Fiction: The Friendship Bear; Pine Ridge Portraits: Secrets on the Wind.
- What order should I read Stephanie Grace Whitson's books?
- We recommend reading Stephanie Grace Whitson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Stephanie Grace Whitson still writing new books?
- Yes, Stephanie Grace Whitson has 1 ongoing series: Short Story Collections.

