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Claudia Mills

Bestselling Author • 11 Series • 63 Books

11
Series
63
Books
11
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Luisa's American Dream (1981)
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Publication Order of Dinah Books
Start with: Dynamite Dinah (1990)
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Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books
Start with: Kelsey Green, Reading Queen (2012)

About Claudia Mills

A high-profile intellectual, philosophy professor, and award-winning woman of letters, Claudia Mills is a sexagenarian American author. This decorated author is prolific and has contributed immensely especially to children’s literature. Mills, whose books notably address morality and have a philosophical element, is renowned especially for authoring the 2013 book titled Zero Tolerance. She is or has been a poet, short story writer, and playwright. Mill’s niche and target market is mostly the young readers. Her bibliography encompasses standalone books, picture books, poems, and literary series. Read on who she is. Meet Claudia Mills. The author, whose date of birth is August 21, 1954, was born and bred in New York. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Claudia Mills 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 Claudia Mills

Publication Order of After-School Superstars Books
3 books 2019–2020
1

Nixie Ness

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of After-School Superstars Books with Nixie Ness, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2019
2

Vera Vance

Vera Vance continues the Publication Order of After-School Superstars Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
3

Lucy Lopez

Lucy Lopez continues the Publication Order of After-School Superstars Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
Publication Order of Dinah Books
4 books 1990–1995
1

Dynamite Dinah

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dinah Books with Dynamite Dinah, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1990
2

Dinah for President

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dinah Books with Dinah for President, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1992
3

Dinah in Love

Dinah in Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Dinah Books series by Claudia Mills.

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1993
4

Dinah Forever

Dinah Forever continues the Publication Order of Dinah Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books
5 books 2012–2016
1

Kelsey Green, Reading Queen

Kelsey Green, Reading Queen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2012
2

Annika Riz, Math Whiz

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books with Annika Riz, Math Whiz, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2014
3

Izzy Barr, Running Star

Izzy Barr, Running Star continues the Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
4

Simon Ellis, Spelling Bee Champ

Magic takes center stage in Simon Ellis, Spelling Bee Champ, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Claudia Mills.

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2015
5

Cody Harmon, King of Pets

Cody Harmon, King of Pets continues the Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2016
Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books
10 books 1996–2004
1

Gus and Grandpa

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books with Gus and Grandpa, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1996
2

Gus and Grandpa and the Christmas Cookies

Gus and Grandpa and the Christmas Cookies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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1997
3

Gus and Grandpa Ride the Train

Gus and Grandpa Ride the Train continues the Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
4

Gus and Grandpa at the Hospital

Gus and Grandpa at the Hospital is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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1998
5

Gus and Grandpa and the Two-Wheeled Bike

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books with Gus and Grandpa and the Two-Wheeled Bike, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1999
6

Gus and Grandpa and Show-and-Tell

Gus and Grandpa and Show-and-Tell continues the Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
7

Gus and Grandpa at Basketball

Gus and Grandpa at Basketball continues the Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
8

Gus and Grandpa and the Halloween Costume

Gus and Grandpa and the Halloween Costume is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2002
9

Gus and Grandpa Go Fishing

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books with Gus and Grandpa Go Fishing, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2003
10

Gus and Grandpa and the Piano Lesson

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Gus and Grandpa Books with Gus and Grandpa and the Piano Lesson, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2004
Publication Order of Mason Dixon Books
3 books 2011–2012
1

Pet Disasters

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mason Dixon Books with Pet Disasters, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2011
2

Fourth-Grade Disasters

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mason Dixon Books with Fourth-Grade Disasters, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2011
3

Basketball Disasters

Basketball Disasters continues the Publication Order of Mason Dixon Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
Publication Order of The Nora Notebooks Books
3 books 2015–2017
1

The Trouble With Ants

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Nora Notebooks Books with The Trouble With Ants, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2015
2

The Trouble with Babies

The Trouble with Babies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Nora Notebooks Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2016
3

The Trouble with Friends

The Trouble with Friends is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Nora Notebooks Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2017
Publication Order of Walker's American History for Young People Books
1 books 1985–1985
1

What about Annie?

What about Annie? continues the Publication Order of Walker's American History for Young People Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
Publication Order of West Creek Middle School Books
5 books 1997–2005
1

Losers, Inc.

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of West Creek Middle School Books with Losers, Inc., another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1997
2

You're a Brave Man, Julius Zimmerman

You're a Brave Man, Julius Zimmerman is an essential installment in the Publication Order of West Creek Middle School Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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1999
3

Lizzie At Last

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of West Creek Middle School Books with Lizzie At Last, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2000
4

Alex RyanStop That!

Alex RyanStop That! continues the Publication Order of West Creek Middle School Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
5

Makeovers by Marcia

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of West Creek Middle School Books with Makeovers by Marcia, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2005
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
25 books 1981–2021
1

Luisa's American Dream

Luisa's American Dream continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
2

At the Back of the Woods

At the Back of the Woods is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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1982
3

The Secret Carousel

The Secret Carousel continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1983
4

All The Living

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with All The Living, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1983
5

Boardwalk with Hotel

Boardwalk with Hotel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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1985
6

One and Only Cynthia Jane Thornton

One and Only Cynthia Jane Thornton continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1986
7

Melanie Magpie

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Melanie Magpie, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1987
8

Cally's Enterprise

Cally's Enterprise continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
9

After Fifth Grade, the World!

After Fifth Grade, the World! continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
10

A Visit to Amy-Claire

A Visit to Amy-Claire continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
11

Hannah on Her Way

Hannah on Her Way continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993
12

The Secret Life Of Bethany Barrett

The Secret Life Of Bethany Barrett is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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1994
13

Standing Up to Mr. O.

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Standing Up to Mr. O., another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1998
14

7 X 9 = Trouble!

7 X 9 = Trouble! is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2002
15

The Best Show-And-Tell Ever

The Best Show-And-Tell Ever is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2002
16

Perfectly Chelsea

Perfectly Chelsea is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2004
17

Trading Places

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Trading Places, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2006
18

Being Teddy Roosevelt

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Being Teddy Roosevelt, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2007
19

The Totally Made-up Civil War Diary of Amanda MacLeish

Conflict and courage define The Totally Made-up Civil War Diary of Amanda MacLeish, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Claudia Mills that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2008
20

How Oliver Olson Changed the World

How Oliver Olson Changed the World continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
21

One Square Inch

One Square Inch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2010
22

Fractions = Trouble!

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Fractions = Trouble!, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2011
23

Zero Tolerance

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Zero Tolerance, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2013
24

Write This Down

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Write This Down, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2016
25

The Lost Language

The Lost Language is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2021
Publication Order of Picture Books
3 books 1994–2005
1

Phoebe's Parade

Phoebe's Parade continues the Publication Order of Picture Books story arc with Claudia Mills's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
2

One Small Lost Sheep

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Picture Books with One Small Lost Sheep, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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1997
3

Ziggy's Blue-Ribbon Day

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Picture Books with Ziggy's Blue-Ribbon Day, another outstanding contribution from Claudia Mills.

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2005
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books 2014–2014
1

Ethics and Children's Literature

Ethics and Children's Literature is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Claudia Mills have come to expect.

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2014

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Claudia Mills?

Claudia Mills is a bestselling author known for 11 book series containing over 63 books. Popular series include Publication Order of After-School Superstars Books, Publication Order of Dinah Books, Publication Order of Franklin School Friends Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Claudia Mills series to start with?

For readers new to Claudia Mills's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 25 books. Begin with Luisa's American Dream to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Claudia Mills written?

Claudia Mills has written over 63 books across 11 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Claudia Mills books in order?

Yes, reading Claudia Mills'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 Claudia Mills write in?

Claudia Mills writes primarily in fiction. With 11 series across 63 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Claudia Mills's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Claudia Mills'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 Claudia Mills's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Claudia Mills's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Luisa's American Dream, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.