📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "Seduction" (1990)
Publication Order of Lavinia Lake Books Popular choice - Start with "Slightly Shady" (2001)
Publication Order of Ladies of Lantern Street Books Popular choice - Start with "Crystal Gardens" (2012)
Publication Order of Burning Cove Books Popular choice - Start with "The Girl Who Knew Too Much" (2017)

About the Author

Amanda Quick is the pen name used by one of the most popular authors in America named Jayne Ann Krentz. She liked to write most of her novels based on the Suspense, Fantasy, and Romance genres. Amanda is best known for being featured in the New York Times bestseller list for as many as 40 times consecutively. But, those 40 novels were written by her under different pseudonyms. The other pen names that she has used for writing her novels are Jayne Castle, Jayne Bentley, Amanda Glass, Jayne Taylor, Stephanie James, etc. Besides these, Amanda has also written some novels under her original name Jayne Ann Krentz. As of now, author Quick uses just three pen names for writing her novels based on different genres. She uses her original name after marriage for writing contemporary romance and susp. Amanda Quick is the author of over 40 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Amanda Quick has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Vanza Books

4 books
  • With This Ring The Publication Order of Vanza Books series continues with 'With This Ring', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • I Thee Wed 'I Thee Wed' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vanza Books series, set in the world Amanda Quick has created.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • Wicked Widow Experience the magic of 'Wicked Widow' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Vanza Books universe.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • Lie by Moonlight Experience the magic of 'Lie by Moonlight' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Vanza Books universe.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Lavinia Lake Books

3 books
  • Slightly Shady In 'Slightly Shady', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Lavinia Lake Books saga.
    (2001)
  • Don't Look Back Experience the magic of 'Don't Look Back' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Lavinia Lake Books universe.
    (2002)
  • Late for the Wedding The Publication Order of Lavinia Lake Books series continues with 'Late for the Wedding', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (2002)

Publication Order of Ladies of Lantern Street Books

3 books
  • Crystal Gardens 'Crystal Gardens' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ladies of Lantern Street Books series, set in the world Amanda Quick has created.
    (2012)
  • The Mystery Woman 'The Mystery Woman' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ladies of Lantern Street Books series, set in the world Amanda Quick has created.
    (2013)
  • Otherwise Engaged Experience the magic of 'Otherwise Engaged' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ladies of Lantern Street Books universe.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Burning Cove Books

7 books
  • The Girl Who Knew Too Much Join the adventure in 'The Girl Who Knew Too Much' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burning Cove Books series by Amanda Quick.
    (2017)
  • The Other Lady Vanishes The Publication Order of Burning Cove Books series continues with 'The Other Lady Vanishes', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (2018)
  • Tightrope Experience the magic of 'Tightrope' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Burning Cove Books universe.
    (2019)
  • Close Up The Publication Order of Burning Cove Books series continues with 'Close Up', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (2020)
  • The Lady Has a Past Join the adventure in 'The Lady Has a Past' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burning Cove Books series by Amanda Quick.
    (2021)
  • When She Dreams Join the adventure in 'When She Dreams' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Burning Cove Books series by Amanda Quick.
    (2022)
  • The Bride Wore White Experience the magic of 'The Bride Wore White' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Burning Cove Books universe.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

19 books
  • Seduction The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Seduction', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (1990)
  • Surrender 'Surrender' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Amanda Quick has created.
    (1990)
  • Scandal Join the adventure in 'Scandal' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Amanda Quick.
    (1991)
  • Rendezvous / Virtue 'Rendezvous / Virtue' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Amanda Quick has created.
    (1991)
  • Ravished Experience the magic of 'Ravished' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1992)
  • Reckless In 'Reckless', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1992)
  • Deception The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Deception', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (1993)
  • Dangerous In 'Dangerous', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1993)
  • Desire Experience the magic of 'Desire' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1993)
  • Mistress In 'Mistress', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1994)
  • Mystique The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Mystique', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (1995)
  • Mischief Join the adventure in 'Mischief' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Amanda Quick.
    (1996)
  • Affair The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Affair', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (1997)
  • Seduction and Surrender Experience the magic of 'Seduction and Surrender' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2004)
  • The Paid Companion The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Paid Companion', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (2004)
  • Wait Until Midnight Join the adventure in 'Wait Until Midnight' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Amanda Quick.
    (2004)
  • The River Knows In 'The River Knows', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2007)
  • Garden of Lies The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Garden of Lies', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (2015)
  • 'Til Death Do Us Part In ''Til Death Do Us Part', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Amanda Quick.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Dreamlight Trilogy Books

2 books
  • Fired Up Experience the magic of 'Fired Up' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Dreamlight Trilogy Books universe.
    (2009)
  • Burning Lamp The Publication Order of Dreamlight Trilogy Books series continues with 'Burning Lamp', another thrilling entry from Amanda Quick.
    (2010)

Publication Order of Looking Glass Trilogy Books

2 books
  • In Too Deep In 'In Too Deep', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Looking Glass Trilogy Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Quicksilver In 'Quicksilver', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Looking Glass Trilogy Books saga.
    (2011)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Amanda Quick?

Amanda Quick is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 40 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Vanza Books, Publication Order of Lavinia Lake Books, Publication Order of Ladies of Lantern Street Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Amanda Quick book series to start with?

For readers new to Amanda Quick's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 19 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Amanda Quick's writing.

Q: How many books has Amanda Quick written?

Amanda Quick has written over 40 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.