Susan Elizabeth Phillips Reading Order
3 series · 27 books · Born 1948-12-11
Susan Elizabeth Phillips is a bestselling romance author who built her career across nearly four decades with compelling contemporary stories set primarily in the American Midwest. Her most celebrated work, the Chicago Stars series, features interconnected romances centered around a professional football team, while her Wynette, Texas books showcase small-town life and complex relationships across multiple generations. Known for blending humor, emotional depth, and authentic characters, Phillips has crafted over two dozen novels that appeal to readers seeking smart, character-driven romance with both heart and wit.
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Chicago Stars Series
Ongoing11 books (1994–2026)
Susan Elizabeth Phillips's Chicago Stars series comprises eleven romance novels published between 1994 and 2026. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with It Had to Be You and continuing through the most recent entry, And the Crowd Went Wild. While the series is ongoing, each novel can be enjoyed independently, though reading in sequence enhances appreciation of recurring characters and the evolving Chicago sports community setting that connects the stories.
Start with It Had to Be You, the first of 11 books in the Chicago Stars series.
Start this series with It Had to Be You
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete9 books (1983–2020)
Susan Elizabeth Phillips' standalone novels collection comprises nine romance books published between 1983 and 2020, concluding with Dance Away with Me. Although each novel stands independently with its own characters and story, they should be read in publication order beginning with The Copeland Bride to experience Phillips' evolution as a writer across nearly four decades. The series is complete and includes titles such as Hot Shot, Kiss an Angel, Heroes Are My Weakness, and several others spanning contemporary romance across varying settings and themes.
Start with The Copeland Bride, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Copeland Bride
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Wynette, Texas Series
Complete7 books (1987–2012)
Susan Elizabeth Phillips's Wynette, Texas series comprises seven interconnected romance novels published between 1987 and 2012. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Glitter Baby and concluding with The Great Escape. Each book explores different characters and storylines within the same Texas town setting, creating a rich community tapestry across the span of a quarter century.
Start with Glitter Baby, the first of 7 books in the Wynette, Texas series.
Start this series with Glitter Baby
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Susan Elizabeth Phillips written?
- Susan Elizabeth Phillips has written 27 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1983 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Susan Elizabeth Phillips series?
- Here are the first books in Susan Elizabeth Phillips's series: Chicago Stars: It Had to Be You; Wynette, Texas: Glitter Baby.
- What order should I read Susan Elizabeth Phillips's books?
- We recommend reading Susan Elizabeth Phillips's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Susan Elizabeth Phillips still writing new books?
- Yes, Susan Elizabeth Phillips has 1 ongoing series: Chicago Stars.