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Veronica Chambers Reading Order

6 series · 31 books

Literary FictionNon-Fiction

Veronica Chambers is an Afro-Latina writer and educator known for her engaging storytelling in both fiction and non-fiction. With a diverse catalog that spans 31 books across six series—including popular works like Amigas, Marisol and Magdalena—her contributions have captivated readers since 1995. Active until 2024, Chambers seamlessly blends her literary expertise with her background in journalism, making her a prominent voice in contemporary literature.

Amigas Series

Complete

6 books (2010–2011)

Start with Fifteen Candles, the first of 6 books in the Amigas series.

#Title
1
Fifteen Candles
2010Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Lights, Camera, Quince!
2010Buy 🇺🇸
3
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She's Got Game
2010Buy 🇺🇸
4
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A Formal Affair
2011Buy 🇺🇸
5
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Playing for Keeps
2011Buy 🇺🇸
6
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Point Me to Tomorrow
2011Buy 🇺🇸

Anthologies Series

Complete

5 books (2000–2019)

Start with Body, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.

#Title
1
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Body
2000Buy 🇺🇸
2
The Bitch in the House
2002Buy 🇺🇸
3
Women Writing Resistance: Essays on Latin America and the Caribbean
2003Buy 🇺🇸
4
The Bitch Is Back
2016Buy 🇺🇸
5
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On Being 40
2019Buy 🇺🇸

Marisol and Magdalena Series

Complete

2 books (1998–2001)

Start with Marisol and Magdalena and read in order.

#Title
1
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Marisol and Magdalena
1998Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Quinceanera Means Sweet Fifteen
2001Buy 🇺🇸

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

8 books (1995–2020)

Start with The Harlem Renaissance, the first of 8 books in the Non-Fiction series.

#Title
1
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The Harlem Renaissance
1995Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Having It All?
2003Buy 🇺🇸
3
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The Joy of Doing Things Badly
2006Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Kickboxing Geishas
2007Buy 🇺🇸
5
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The Meaning of Michelle
2017Buy 🇺🇸
6
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Resist
2018Buy 🇺🇸
7
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Queen Bey
2019Buy 🇺🇸
8
Finish the Fight!
2020Buy 🇺🇸

Picture Series

Complete

4 books (1998–2020)

Start with Amistad Rising, the first of 4 books in the Picture series.

#Title
1
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Amistad Rising
1998Buy 🇺🇸
2
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Double Dutch
2002Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa
2005Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Shirley Chisholm is a Verb!
2020Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

6 books (1996–2024)

Start with Mama's Girl, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
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Mama's Girl
1996Buy 🇺🇸
2
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When Did You Stop Loving Me
2004Buy 🇺🇸
3
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Miss Black America
2005Buy 🇺🇸
4
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Plus
2009Buy 🇺🇸
5
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The Go-Between
2017Buy 🇺🇸
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Veronica Chambers written?
Veronica Chambers has written 31 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Veronica Chambers series?
Here are the first books in Veronica Chambers's series: Amigas: Fifteen Candles; Anthologies: Body; Marisol and Magdalena: Marisol and Magdalena; Non-Fiction: The Harlem Renaissance; Picture: Amistad Rising.
What order should I read Veronica Chambers's books?
We recommend reading Veronica Chambers's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Veronica Chambers still writing new books?
Yes, Veronica Chambers has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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