Alice Hoffman
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About the Author
In 1983, Hoffman wrote the screenplay for the film “Independence Day” which starred Kathleen Quinlan and Dianne West. The film’s tagline is “A small town is a hard place to have a big dream”. The story is about an amateur photographer, Mary Ann Taylor, who initially believes that she must go to the city to have a chance at pursuing her dreams. When a man named Jack Parker returns to their hometown, he tells her that it is as hard to find success and happiness in the city as it is in their town. The two start to have a budding romance, but their unfolding bliss is cut short when they discover that Jack’s sister Nancy is being physically abused by her husband. In the end, Nancy finds the courage and inner strength to take matters into her own hands. In thi. Alice Hoffman is the author of over 61 books across 12 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Inheritance Collection Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Alice Hoffman has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Practical Magic Books
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Practical Magic 'Practical Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(1995) ⭐ Start here
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The Rules of Magic 'The Rules of Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2017) ⭐ Start here
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Magic Lessons 'Magic Lessons' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2020) ⭐ Start here
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The Book of Magic 'The Book of Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2021) ⭐ Start here
Chronological Order of Practical Magic Books
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Magic Lessons 'Magic Lessons' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Chronological Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2020)
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The Rules of Magic 'The Rules of Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Chronological Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2017)
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Practical Magic 'Practical Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Chronological Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(1995)
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The Book of Magic 'The Book of Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Chronological Order of Practical Magic Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2021)
Publication Order of Water Tales Books
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Aquamarine Join the adventure in 'Aquamarine' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Water Tales Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2001)
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Indigo Join the adventure in 'Indigo' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Water Tales Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2002)
Publication Order of Green Angel Books
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Green Angel 'Green Angel' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Green Angel Books series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2003)
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Green Witch 'Green Witch' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Green Angel Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2010)
Publication Order of The Once Upon a Time Bookshop Stories Books
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The Bookstore Sisters 'The Bookstore Sisters' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Once Upon a Time Bookshop Stories Books series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2022)
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The Bookstore Wedding Experience the magic of 'The Bookstore Wedding' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Once Upon a Time Bookshop Stories Books universe.(2024)
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The Bookstore Keepers In 'The Bookstore Keepers', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Once Upon a Time Bookshop Stories Books saga.(2025)
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The Bookstore Family The Publication Order of The Once Upon a Time Bookshop Stories Books series continues with 'The Bookstore Family', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(2025)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
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Property Of In 'Property Of', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1977)
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The Drowning Season Experience the magic of 'The Drowning Season' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1979)
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Angel Landing In 'Angel Landing', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1980)
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White Horses Join the adventure in 'White Horses' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alice Hoffman.(1982)
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Fortune's Daughter 'Fortune's Daughter' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(1985)
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Illumination Night Experience the magic of 'Illumination Night' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1987)
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At Risk 'At Risk' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(1988)
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Here on Earth In 'Here on Earth', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1990)
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Seventh Heaven In 'Seventh Heaven', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1990)
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Turtle Moon In 'Turtle Moon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1992)
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Second Nature Experience the magic of 'Second Nature' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1994)
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Local Girls 'Local Girls' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(1999)
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The River King In 'The River King', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2000)
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Blue Diary Experience the magic of 'Blue Diary' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2001)
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The Probable Future Join the adventure in 'The Probable Future' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alice Hoffman.(2003)
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The Ice Queen In 'The Ice Queen', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2005)
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The Foretelling The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Foretelling', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(2005)
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Incantation 'Incantation' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2006)
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Skylight Confessions The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Skylight Confessions', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(2007)
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The Third Angel In 'The Third Angel', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2008)
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The Story Sisters In 'The Story Sisters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2009)
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The Red Garden Experience the magic of 'The Red Garden' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2011)
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The Dovekeepers In 'The Dovekeepers', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2011)
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The Museum of Extraordinary Things In 'The Museum of Extraordinary Things', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2014)
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Nightbird Experience the magic of 'Nightbird' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2015)
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The Marriage of Opposites 'The Marriage of Opposites' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2015)
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Faithful Experience the magic of 'Faithful' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2017)
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The World That We Knew The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The World That We Knew', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(2019)
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The Invisible Hour 'The Invisible Hour' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2023)
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When We Flew Away Experience the magic of 'When We Flew Away' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2024)
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The Witches of Cambridge 'The Witches of Cambridge' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alice Hoffman.(2026)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
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Blackbird House Join the adventure in 'Blackbird House' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Alice Hoffman.(2004)
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Faerie Knitting 'Faerie Knitting' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2018)
Publication Order of Standalone Plays
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Conjure 'Conjure' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Plays series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2014)
Publication Order of Picture Books
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Fireflies: A Winter Tale Experience the magic of 'Fireflies: A Winter Tale' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Picture Books universe.(1997)
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Horsefly Join the adventure in 'Horsefly' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Picture Books series by Alice Hoffman.(2000)
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Moondog 'Moondog' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2003)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
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Survival Lessons The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Survival Lessons', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(2013)
Publication Order of Inheritance Collection Books
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Everything My Mother Taught Me In 'Everything My Mother Taught Me', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Inheritance Collection Books saga.(2019)
Publication Order of Anthologies
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Ploughshares Fall 1989 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Ploughshares Fall 1989', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(1989)
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Scribners Best of the Fiction Workshops 1997 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Scribners Best of the Fiction Workshops 1997', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(1997)
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Writers on Writing In 'Writers on Writing', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2001)
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Ploughshares, Fiction Issue, Vol. 29, Nos. 2 & 3, Fall 2003 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Ploughshares, Fiction Issue, Vol. 29, Nos. 2 & 3, Fall 2003', another thrilling entry from Alice Hoffman.(2003)
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Shadow Show: All-New Stories in Celebration of Ray Bradbury Join the adventure in 'Shadow Show: All-New Stories in Celebration of Ray Bradbury' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alice Hoffman.(2012)
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Shadow Show: Stories In Celebration of Ray Bradbury 'Shadow Show: Stories In Celebration of Ray Bradbury' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Alice Hoffman has created.(2015)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Alice Hoffman?
Alice Hoffman is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 61 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Inheritance Collection Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Alice Hoffman book series to start with?
For readers new to Alice Hoffman's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Inheritance Collection Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 1 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Alice Hoffman's writing.
Q: How many books has Alice Hoffman written?
Alice Hoffman has written over 61 books across 12 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.