Thomas Kinkade Reading Order
4 series · 33 books
Thomas Kinkade was a prolific American author and painter known for his heartwarming narratives and captivating scenery. With a diverse portfolio of 33 books spanning four series, including Angel Island, Cape Light, and Girls of Lighthouse Lane, Kinkade left an indelible mark on readers from 1983 until 2020. His ability to blend storytelling with his artistic vision made his most notable works resonate deeply with fans of both fiction and non-fiction.
Angel Island Series
Complete5 books (2010–2014)
Start with The Inn at Angel Island(With: Katherine Spencer), the first of 5 books in the Angel Island series.
Cape Light Series
Complete21 books (2002–2020)
Start with Cape Light, the first of 21 books in the Cape Light series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Cape Light 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Home Song 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Gathering Place 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  A Christmas Promise 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | A New Leaf 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Christmas Angel 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  A Christmas to Remember 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | A Christmas Visitor 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  A Christmas Star 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  A Wish for Christmas 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  On Christmas Eve 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Christmas Treasures 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  A Season of Angels 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Songs of Christmas(By: Katherine Spencer) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  All is Bright(By: Katherine Spencer) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Together for Christmas(By: Katherine Spencer) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Because It's Christmas(By: Katherine Spencer) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Christmas Blessings(By: Katherine Spencer) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  A Christmas Secret(By: Katherine Spencer) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | When Christmas Comes(By: Katherine Spencer) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  One Bright Christmas(By: Katherine Spencer) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
Girls Of Lighthouse Lane Series
Complete4 books (2004–2004)
Start with Amanda's Story, the first of 4 books in the Girls Of Lighthouse Lane series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (1983–2006)
Start with The Artist's Guide to Sketching(With: James Gurney) and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Thomas Kinkade written?
- Thomas Kinkade has written 33 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1983 to 2020.
- What is the first book in each Thomas Kinkade series?
- Here are the first books in Thomas Kinkade's series: Angel Island: The Inn at Angel Island(With: Katherine Spencer); Cape Light: Cape Light; Girls Of Lighthouse Lane: Amanda's Story; Non-Fiction: The Artist's Guide to Sketching(With: James Gurney).
- What order should I read Thomas Kinkade's books?
- We recommend reading Thomas Kinkade's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Thomas Kinkade's series complete?
- Thomas Kinkade has 4 completed series.