Dorothy Allison
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About the Author
Dorothy Allison is a reputed American author of gay & lesbian and literature & fiction novels. She has written several widely successful standalone novels, including Cavedweller, Bastard Out of Carolina, Two or Three Things I Know for Sure, etc. Dorothy has also penned a collection of poems and several short stories. Her books typically focus on the issues of sexual abuse, feminism, class struggle, child abuse, and lesbianism. Dorothy is self-identified as a lesbian femme. Her books have helped her win several prestigious awards and nominations, including multiple Lambda Literary Awards. She was elected to become a member of the Southern Writers Fellowship in 2014. Author Dorothy was born on April 11, 1949, in Greenville, South Carolina. Her mother, Ruth Gibson Allison, was just. Dorothy Allison is the author of over 23 books across 5 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, Dorothy Allison has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
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Bastard Out of Carolina In 'Bastard Out of Carolina', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1992) ⭐ Start here
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Cavedweller Join the adventure in 'Cavedweller' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Allison.(1998) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Collections
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The Women Who Hate Me 'The Women Who Hate Me' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world Dorothy Allison has created.(1983)
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Trash 'Trash' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world Dorothy Allison has created.(1988)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
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Skin Experience the magic of 'Skin' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1994)
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Two or Three Things I Know for Sure Join the adventure in 'Two or Three Things I Know for Sure' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Dorothy Allison.(1995)
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Conversations with Dorothy Allison 'Conversations with Dorothy Allison' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Dorothy Allison has created.(2012)
Publication Order of Live Girls Books
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Without a Net: The Female Experience of Growing Up Working Class Experience the magic of 'Without a Net: The Female Experience of Growing Up Working Class' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Live Girls Books universe.(2004)
Publication Order of Anthologies
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Women on Women Join the adventure in 'Women on Women' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dorothy Allison.(1990)
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Leatherfolk In 'Leatherfolk', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1991)
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High Risk 'High Risk' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Dorothy Allison has created.(1991)
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Growing Up Gay/Growing Up Lesbian: A Literary Anthology Experience the magic of 'Growing Up Gay/Growing Up Lesbian: A Literary Anthology' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1993)
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Writing Women's Lives Experience the magic of 'Writing Women's Lives' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1994)
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Downhome Join the adventure in 'Downhome' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dorothy Allison.(1995)
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Swords of the Rainbow The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Swords of the Rainbow', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Allison.(1996)
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The Best American Short Stories 2003 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Best American Short Stories 2003', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Allison.(2003)
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Without a Net: The Female Experience of Growing Up Working Class Experience the magic of 'Without a Net: The Female Experience of Growing Up Working Class' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2004)
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Rhetorical Women: Roles and Representations 'Rhetorical Women: Roles and Representations' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Dorothy Allison has created.(2005)
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The Writer's Notebook In 'The Writer's Notebook', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2009)
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My Favorite Lesbian Stories from Best American Erotica Experience the magic of 'My Favorite Lesbian Stories from Best American Erotica' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2012)
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Gay City: Volume 5 Experience the magic of 'Gay City: Volume 5' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2013)
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Walk Till the Dogs Get Mean:Meditations on the Forbidden from Contemporary Appalachia In 'Walk Till the Dogs Get Mean:Meditations on the Forbidden from Contemporary Appalachia', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2015)
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LGBTQ Fiction and Poetry from Appalachia In 'LGBTQ Fiction and Poetry from Appalachia', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2019)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Dorothy Allison?
Dorothy Allison is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 23 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Collections, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Dorothy Allison book series to start with?
For readers new to Dorothy Allison'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 2 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Dorothy Allison's writing.
Q: How many books has Dorothy Allison written?
Dorothy Allison has written over 23 books across 5 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.