About E.L. James
E.L. James is the nom de plum of Erika Leonard. She is better known as E.L. James, also known as the author of the much discussed book Fifty Shades of Grey. Whether you’re in the reading world or hovering at the fringes, chances are you’ve heard of, and even bought a copy or e-copy of, Fifty Shades of Grey. Since the book dropped in June 2011, it has traveled by word of mouth. Copies started appearing. People started telling their friends about it. Late night television show hosts were cracking jokes about the newest book that had appeared out of nowhere and was suddenly everywhere. E.L. James has said that she started writing the instant she finished the Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight books and hasn’t stopped since. She admits she originally wrote the manuscript that b
Publication Order of Fifty Shades Books
3 books in seriesPublication Order
- Fifty Shades of Grey(2011)
- Fifty Shades Darker(2011)
- Fifty Shades Freed(2012)
Publication Order of Fifty Shades (As Told By Christian) Books
3 books in seriesPublication Order
- Grey(2015)
- Darker(2017)
- Freed(2021)
Publication Order of The Mister Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Mister(2019)
- The Missus(2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is E.L. James?
E.L. James is a bestselling author known for 3 book series. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide with compelling characters and intricate plots.
What is the best E.L. James book series to start with?
We recommend starting with Publication Order of Fifty Shades Books as it is one of the most popular and longest-running series by this author.
How many books has E.L. James written?
E.L. James has written over 8 books across 3 different series, making them one of the most prolific authors in their genre.