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Candace Bushnell

Bestselling Author • 3 Series • 11 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books
Start with: The Carrie Diaries (2010)
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Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Sex and the City (1996)
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Publication Order of Anthologies
Start with: Another Planet: New York Portraits 1976-1996 (2014)

About Candace Bushnell

Candace Bushnell is an American television producer and novelist best known for writing a series of chick lit novels. Her best known works are the Sex and the City novels, which were adapted from the columns by the same name that she wrote for the New York Observer between 1994 and 1996. Candace was born to Camile Salonia and Calvin L. Bushnell in 1958 Glastonbury, Connecticut. Her father was something of a celebrity in her town having been an inventor of an innovative Fuel Cell used on NASA’s Apollo II. She can trace her ancestry to Francis Bushnell an immigrant from Berkshire, England that was a signatory to the Guilford Covenant. During her high school years, she dated Mike O’Meara of the host of the The Mike O’Meara Show turned podcast. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books series, Candace Bushnell has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Candace Bushnell

Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books
2 books 2010–2011
1

The Carrie Diaries

The Carrie Diaries continues the Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books story arc with Candace Bushnell's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
2

Summer and the City

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books with Summer and the City, another outstanding contribution from Candace Bushnell.

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2011
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
7 books 1996–2019
1

Sex and the City

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Sex and the City, another outstanding contribution from Candace Bushnell.

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1996
2

Four Blondes

Four Blondes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Candace Bushnell have come to expect.

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2000
3

Trading Up

Trading Up is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Candace Bushnell have come to expect.

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2003
4

Lipstick Jungle

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Lipstick Jungle, another outstanding contribution from Candace Bushnell.

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2005
5

One Fifth Avenue

One Fifth Avenue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Candace Bushnell have come to expect.

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2008
6

Killing Monica

A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing Monica as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Candace Bushnell's mastery of suspense.

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2015
7

Is There Still Sex in the City?

Is There Still Sex in the City? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Candace Bushnell have come to expect.

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2019
Publication Order of Anthologies
2 books 2014–2024
1

Another Planet: New York Portraits 1976-1996

Another Planet: New York Portraits 1976-1996 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Candace Bushnell have come to expect.

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2014
2

Fourteen Days: An Unauthorized Gathering

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Fourteen Days: An Unauthorized Gathering, another outstanding contribution from Candace Bushnell.

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2024

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Candace Bushnell?

Candace Bushnell is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 11 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Candace Bushnell series to start with?

For readers new to Candace Bushnell's work, the Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with The Carrie Diaries to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Candace Bushnell written?

Candace Bushnell has written over 11 books across 3 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Candace Bushnell books in order?

Yes, reading Candace Bushnell's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Candace Bushnell write in?

Candace Bushnell writes primarily in fiction. With 3 series across 11 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Candace Bushnell's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Candace Bushnell's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Candace Bushnell's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Candace Bushnell's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of The Carrie Diaries Books series. The first book, The Carrie Diaries, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.