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ⓘ About Deborah Smith
Deborah Smith is a Wall Street Journal and NY Times bestselling author of romance, women’s fiction, contemporary, southern, paranormal, fantasy, and fiction stories. She has penned more than thirty-five books in her career in the women’s fiction and romance genres. Altogether, Deborah has created twenty-one series romances. They have been released under her original name as well as her pseudonyms of Jacquelyn Lennox, Jackie Leigh, and Leigh Bridger. The most popular novels published by her include Blue Willow, A Place To Call Home, Miracle, When Venus Fell, Silk & Stone, Sweet Hush, A Gentle Rain, On Bear Mountain, Alice at Heart, Charming Grace, etc. Deborah was a finalist for the RWA RITA award in 2008 for her book, A Gentle Rain. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books series, Deborah Smith 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 Deborah Smith
Sundance and the Princess
Sundance and the Princess is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Tempting the Wolf
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books with Tempting the Wolf, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Kat's Tale
Kat's Tale continues the Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Beloved Woman
The Beloved Woman explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books series by Deborah Smith.
The Crossroads Cafe
The Crossroads Cafe is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Crossroads Café Universe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
The Yarn Spinner
The Yarn Spinner is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Crossroads Café Universe Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
The Apple Pie Knights
The Apple Pie Knights continues the Publication Order of The Crossroads Café Universe Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hold on Tight
Hold on Tight is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dinah / Rucker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Caught by Surprise
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dinah / Rucker Books with Caught by Surprise, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Never Let Go
Never Let Go is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dinah / Rucker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
The Silver Fox and the Red-Hot Dove
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Douglas Kincaid Books with The Silver Fox and the Red-Hot Dove, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
The Silver Fox
The Silver Fox continues the Publication Order of Douglas Kincaid Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Legends
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Douglas Kincaid Books with Legends, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Heart of the Dragon
Heart of the Dragon explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Douglas Kincaid Books series by Deborah Smith.
Saving Jonquils
Saving Jonquils continues the Publication Order of In A Nutshell Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hearing Wings
Hearing Wings is an essential installment in the Publication Order of In A Nutshell Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
The Biscuit Witch
Magic takes center stage in The Biscuit Witch, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of The MacBrides Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Deborah Smith.
The Pickle Queen
The Pickle Queen continues the Publication Order of The MacBrides Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Kitchen Charmer
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The MacBrides Books with The Kitchen Charmer, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Mossy Creek
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books with Mossy Creek, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Reunion at Mossy Creek
Reunion at Mossy Creek continues the Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Summer in Mossy Creek
Summer in Mossy Creek continues the Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blessings of Mossy Creek
Blessings of Mossy Creek continues the Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Day in Mossy Creek
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books with A Day in Mossy Creek, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
At Home in Mossy Creek
At Home in Mossy Creek is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Gone But Not Forgotten
Gone But Not Forgotten is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Critters of Mossy Creek
Critters of Mossy Creek is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Homecoming in Mossy Creek
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books with Homecoming in Mossy Creek, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Closer Than They Appear
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books with Closer Than They Appear, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Christmas in Mossy Creek
Christmas in Mossy Creek continues the Publication Order of Mossy Creek Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Just a Little Bit Guilty
Just a Little Bit Guilty continues the Publication Order of Proud Surrender Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sara's Surprise
Sara's Surprise continues the Publication Order of Surprise Books story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Honey and Smoke
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Surprise Books with Honey and Smoke, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Alice at Heart
Alice at Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Waterlilies Books series by Deborah Smith.
Diary of a Radical Mermaid
Diary of a Radical Mermaid is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Waterlilies Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Jed's Sweet Revenge
Jed's Sweet Revenge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
California Royale
California Royale continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hot Touch
Hot Touch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Follow the Sun
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Follow the Sun, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Stranger in Camelot
Stranger in Camelot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Miracle
Miracle continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blue Willow
Blue Willow continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Silk and Stone
Silk and Stone continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Place to Call Home
A Place to Call Home is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
When Venus Fell
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with When Venus Fell, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
On Bear Mountain
On Bear Mountain continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Stone Flower Garden
The Stone Flower Garden is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Sweet Hush
Sweet Hush continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Charming Grace
Charming Grace continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Gentle Rain
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Gentle Rain, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
Where The Foxgloves Bloomla
Where The Foxgloves Bloomla explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Deborah Smith.
The Coin
The Coin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Deborah Smith have come to expect.
Cat Haiku: The Silly Art, Poetry and Cartoons of a Usually Serious Author
Cat Haiku: The Silly Art, Poetry and Cartoons of a Usually Serious Author continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Deborah Smith's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Southern Girls Sag: Why writing books is scary, and other uplifting advice
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Southern Girls Sag: Why writing books is scary, and other uplifting advice, another outstanding contribution from Deborah Smith.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Deborah Smith?
Deborah Smith is a bestselling author known for 14 book series containing over 54 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books, Publication Order of The Crossroads Café Universe Books, Publication Order of Dinah / Rucker Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Deborah Smith series to start with?
For readers new to Deborah Smith's work, the Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 4 books. Begin with Sundance and the Princess to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Deborah Smith written?
Deborah Smith has written over 54 books across 14 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Deborah Smith books in order?
Yes, reading Deborah Smith'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 Deborah Smith write in?
Deborah Smith writes primarily in fiction. With 14 series across 54 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Deborah Smith's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Deborah Smith'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 Deborah Smith's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Deborah Smith's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of The Cherokee Trilogy Books series. The first book, Sundance and the Princess, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.