Yamile Saied Méndez Reading Order
7 series · 57 books
Yamile Saied Méndez is an accomplished Argentine-American author renowned for her engaging children’s literature and young adult novels. With 57 books spanning 7 series—including Horse Country, standalone works, and picture books—she has captivated readers since her debut in 2008. Her most notable work demonstrates her unique storytelling style, blending cultural themes with relatable experiences, and she remains active in the literary scene through 2026.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete2 books (2020–2021)
Start with Rural Voices and read in order.
Girl Scouts Series
Ongoing2 books (2024–2025)
Start with Girl Scouts: Maven Takes the Lead and read in order.
Horse Country Series
Likely Complete4 books (2022–2023)
Start with Can't Be Tamed, the first of 4 books in the Horse Country series.
Picture Series
Likely Complete2 books (2019–2021)
Start with Where Are You From? and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing8 books (2020–2026)
Start with Furia, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Tales from Cabin 23 Series
Ongoing3 books (2024–2025)
Start with Night of the Living Head(By: Hanna Alkaf) and read in order.
Wish Series
Likely Complete36 books (2008–2022)
Start with Deep Down Popular(By: Phoebe Stone), the first of 36 books in the Wish series.
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| 1 | Deep Down Popular(By: Phoebe Stone) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Cake Pop Crush(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Gaby, Lost and Found(By: Angela Cervantes) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Switched at Birthday(By: Natalie Standiford) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | You're Bacon Me Crazy(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Best Friend Next Door(By: Carolyn Mackler) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Hot Cocoa Hearts(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Macarons at Midnight(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Allie, First at Last(By: Angela Cervantes) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Once Upon a Cruise(By: Anna Staniszewski) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Sealed with a Secret(By: Lisa Schroeder) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Sit, Stay, Love(By: J.J. Howard) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Only Girl in School(By: Natalie Standiford) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Donut Go Breaking My Heart(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | Playing Cupid(By: Jenny Meyerhoff) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Snow One Like You(By: Natalie Blitt) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Blizzard Besties 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | I Only Have Pies for You(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Pugs and Kisses(By: J.J. Howard) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | Sundae My Prince Will Come(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Lety Out Loud(By: Angela Cervantes) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Pugs in a Blanket(By: J.J. Howard) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 | Random Acts of Kittens 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | Shake It Off(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  The Love Pug(By: J.J. Howard) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 | Alpaca My Bags(By: Jenny Goebel) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 | Pumpkin Spice Up Your Life(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 | True to Your Selfie(By: Megan McCafferty) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 | A Batch Made in Heaven(By: Suzanne Nelson) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 |  Clique Here(By: Anna Staniszewski) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 |  Double Clique(By: Anna Staniszewski) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 |  Girls Just Wanna Have Pugs(By: J.J. Howard) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 | Meow or Never(By: Jazz Taylor) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 | Pigture Perfect(By: Jenny Goebel) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 |  Wish Upon a Stray 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 36 | Pizza My Heart(By: Rhiannon Richardson) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Yamile Saied Méndez written?
- Yamile Saied Méndez has written 57 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Yamile Saied Méndez series?
- Here are the first books in Yamile Saied Méndez's series: Anthologies: Rural Voices; Girl Scouts: Girl Scouts: Maven Takes the Lead; Horse Country: Can't Be Tamed; Picture: Where Are You From?; Tales from Cabin 23: Night of the Living Head(By: Hanna Alkaf).
- What order should I read Yamile Saied Méndez's books?
- We recommend reading Yamile Saied Méndez's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Yamile Saied Méndez still writing new books?
- Yes, Yamile Saied Méndez has 3 ongoing series: Girl Scouts, Standalone Novels, Tales from Cabin 23.