Stephanie Perkins Reading Order
3 series · 8 books
Stephanie Perkins writes contemporary romance and young adult fiction that captures the emotional complexity of first love and self-discovery. Best known for her interconnected Anna trilogy—which includes the beloved Anna and the French Kiss and its sequels—she crafts stories set in romantic locations that feel both intimate and vividly realized. Her work ranges from swoony contemporaries to darker psychological thrillers, including the Netflix-adapted There's Someone Inside Your House, demonstrating her versatility across the young adult landscape.
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Anna and the French Kiss Series
Complete3 books (2010–2014)
Stephanie Perkins's contemporary young adult romance series spans three standalone novels published between 2010 and 2014, following different female protagonists through their romantic journeys. While each book features its own main character and love story, the novels are connected through shared settings and supporting characters who appear across the series. Read in publication order beginning with Anna and the French Kiss to fully appreciate the interconnected narrative threads that develop throughout the complete trilogy.
Start with Anna and the French Kiss and read in order.
Start this series with Anna and the French Kiss
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Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2014–2016)
Stephanie Perkins edited two complete young adult romance anthologies, published in 2014 and 2016, featuring interconnected stories from various authors. These collections should be read in publication order, beginning with My True Love Gave to Me followed by Summer Days and Summer Nights. Each anthology brings together multiple voices within the romance genre, making them ideal for readers who enjoy varied perspectives on love and relationships in young adult fiction.
Start with My True Love Gave to Me and read in order.
Start this series with My True Love Gave to Me
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing3 books (2017–2025)
Stephanie Perkins has written three standalone romantic thrillers for young adult readers, beginning with There's Someone Inside Your House in 2017, followed by The Woods Are Always Watching, and most recently Overdue in 2025. Each novel operates independently with its own characters and plot, so readers can enjoy them in any order, though publication order is recommended to experience them as intended. The series remains ongoing, with the possibility of future additions to Perkins' collection of atmospheric, suspenseful romance tales.
Start with There's Someone Inside Your House and read in order.
Start this series with There's Someone Inside Your House
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Stephanie Perkins written?
- Stephanie Perkins has written 8 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Stephanie Perkins series?
- Here are the first books in Stephanie Perkins's series: Anna and the French Kiss: Anna and the French Kiss; Anthologies: My True Love Gave to Me.
- What order should I read Stephanie Perkins's books?
- We recommend reading Stephanie Perkins's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Stephanie Perkins still writing new books?
- Yes, Stephanie Perkins has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.