Amy Tan
6
Book Series
48
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Best for beginners - Start with "The Joy Luck Club" (1989)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Popular choice - Start with "Rules for Virgins" (2012)
Publication Order of Children's Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Moon Lady" (1992)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Popular choice - Start with "The Opposite of Fate: A Book of Musings" (2003)
About the Author
Amy Tan is one of the noteworthy writers of America who has written a number of popular novels in her writing career. She is particularly famous for focussing on the mother and daughter relationship and exploring it in her novels. Some of her works also depict her experiences as a Chinese-American. The most popular work of author Tan is titled as ‘The Joy Luck Club’, which is popular all over the world and has been translated into as many as 35 foreign languages. It was also adapted into a successful commercial movie and into a play in the year 1993. Throughout her writing career author Tan has written many other successful novels as well as a collection of few nonfiction essays. Most of the novels written by her based on the Literature & Fiction genre. Apart from that. Sh. Amy Tan is the author of over 48 books across 6 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, Amy Tan has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
6 books
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The Joy Luck Club 'The Joy Luck Club' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(1989) ⭐ Start here
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The Kitchen God's Wife 'The Kitchen God's Wife' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(1991) ⭐ Start here
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The Hundred Secret Senses Experience the magic of 'The Hundred Secret Senses' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1995) ⭐ Start here
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The Bonesetter's Daughter In 'The Bonesetter's Daughter', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2001) ⭐ Start here
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Saving Fish from Drowning Experience the magic of 'Saving Fish from Drowning' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2005) ⭐ Start here
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The Valley of Amazement In 'The Valley of Amazement', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2013) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books
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Rules for Virgins The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Rules for Virgins', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2012)
Publication Order of Children's Books
2 books
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The Moon Lady The Publication Order of Children's Books series continues with 'The Moon Lady', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(1992)
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Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat Join the adventure in 'Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Children's Books series by Amy Tan.(1994)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
4 books
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The Opposite of Fate: A Book of Musings The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'The Opposite of Fate: A Book of Musings', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2003)
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Post Pregnancy Diet Experience the magic of 'Post Pregnancy Diet' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(2015)
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Where The Past Begins: A Writers Memoir The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Where The Past Begins: A Writers Memoir', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2017)
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The Backyard Bird Chronicles 'The Backyard Bird Chronicles' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(2024)
Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books
17 books
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For Better and for Worse The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'For Better and for Worse', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(1993)
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Even More Laughs In 'Even More Laughs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.(1998)
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Timeless Classics The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Timeless Classics', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2006)
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Falling in Love 'Falling in Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Amy Tan.(2007)
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Food Fictions The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Food Fictions', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2007)
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Travel Tales 'Travel Tales' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(2007)
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Edith Wharton Join the adventure in 'Edith Wharton' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Amy Tan.(2007)
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Pets! In 'Pets!', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.(2007)
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Tales of Betrayal The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Tales of Betrayal', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2007)
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Family Matters In 'Family Matters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.(2007)
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Are We There Yet? Join the adventure in 'Are We There Yet?' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Amy Tan.(2008)
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A Touch of Magic 'A Touch of Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Amy Tan.(2009)
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The William Hurt Collection Join the adventure in 'The William Hurt Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Amy Tan.(2009)
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Whodunit? The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Whodunit?', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2009)
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American Classics Join the adventure in 'American Classics' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Amy Tan.(2010)
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New American Stories 'New American Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(2011)
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Poe! 'Poe!' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(2012)
Publication Order of Anthologies
18 books
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The Short Story: 30 Masterpieces In 'The Short Story: 30 Masterpieces', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1992)
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American Voices In 'American Voices', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1992)
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Growing Up Female: Stories By Women Writers From the American Mosaic Join the adventure in 'Growing Up Female: Stories By Women Writers From the American Mosaic' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amy Tan.(1993)
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Charlie Chan is Dead: An Anthology of Contemporary Asian American Fiction In 'Charlie Chan is Dead: An Anthology of Contemporary Asian American Fiction', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amy Tan.(1993)
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Mid-life Confidential Join the adventure in 'Mid-life Confidential' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amy Tan.(1994)
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Out of the Mold Experience the magic of 'Out of the Mold' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1997)
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The Best American Short Stories 1999 'The Best American Short Stories 1999' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(1999)
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The Scribner Anthology of Contemporary Short Fiction 'The Scribner Anthology of Contemporary Short Fiction' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(1999)
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The Eloquent Essay 'The Eloquent Essay' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(2000)
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40 Short Stories: A Portable Anthology Experience the magic of '40 Short Stories: A Portable Anthology' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2000)
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Big City Cool: Short Stories About Urban Youth 'Big City Cool: Short Stories About Urban Youth' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(2002)
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The Little Big Book of California Join the adventure in 'The Little Big Book of California' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amy Tan.(2005)
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40 Model Essays Experience the magic of '40 Model Essays' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2005)
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Touchstone Anthology of Contemporary Creative Nonfiction 'Touchstone Anthology of Contemporary Creative Nonfiction' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amy Tan has created.(2007)
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Rotten English Experience the magic of 'Rotten English' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2007)
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First Words: Earliest Writing from Favorite Contemporary Authors Join the adventure in 'First Words: Earliest Writing from Favorite Contemporary Authors' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Amy Tan.(2009)
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Hard Listening: The Greatest Rock Band Ever (of Authors) Tells All The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Hard Listening: The Greatest Rock Band Ever (of Authors) Tells All', another thrilling entry from Amy Tan.(2013)
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The Boomer List In 'The Boomer List', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2014)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Amy Tan?
Amy Tan is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 48 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Children's Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Amy Tan book series to start with?
For readers new to Amy Tan'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 6 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Amy Tan's writing.
Q: How many books has Amy Tan written?
Amy Tan has written over 48 books across 6 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.