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Publication Order of Religious Books Best for beginners - Start with "Through Gates of Splendor" (1957)

About the Author

Elisabeth’s family continued to live in the city of Philadelphia before moving to New Jersey until she left home in order to attend Wheaton College. By this point, the family had increased to include a sister and four brothers. Two of her brothers (Thomas Howard and David Howard) are authors as well. She studied classical Greek which would later enable her to work in the field of unwritten languages in order to develop one form of writing. Before her first marriage, Elisabeth took a post-grad year of specialized studies at Prairie Bible Institute in Alberta, Canada, where one campus prayer chapel was named in her honor. One year after Elisabeth went to Ecuador, Jim Elliot, whom she met while attending Wheaton also entered tribal areas with the Quichua Indians. The couple was married in 195. Elisabeth Elliot is the author of over 48 books across 2 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Religious Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Elisabeth Elliot has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

1 books
  • No Graven Image Experience the magic of 'No Graven Image' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1966) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Religious Books

47 books
  • Through Gates of Splendor The Publication Order of Religious Books series continues with 'Through Gates of Splendor', another thrilling entry from Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1957)
  • Shadow of the Almighty: The Life and Testament of Jim Elliot Join the adventure in 'Shadow of the Almighty: The Life and Testament of Jim Elliot' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1958)
  • The Savage My Kinsman Experience the magic of 'The Savage My Kinsman' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1960)
  • Let Me be a Woman In 'Let Me be a Woman', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1966)
  • The Liberty of Obedience Experience the magic of 'The Liberty of Obedience' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1968)
  • Who Shall Ascend In 'Who Shall Ascend', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1968)
  • Furnace of the Lord In 'Furnace of the Lord', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1969)
  • A Slow & Certain Light 'A Slow & Certain Light' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Religious Books series, set in the world Elisabeth Elliot has created.
    (1973)
  • Twelve Baskets of Crumbs Join the adventure in 'Twelve Baskets of Crumbs' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1976)
  • The Journals of Jim Elliot In 'The Journals of Jim Elliot', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1978)
  • Love Has a Price Tag 'Love Has a Price Tag' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1979)
  • Made for the Journey Join the adventure in 'Made for the Journey' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1979)
  • These Strange Ashes In 'These Strange Ashes', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1979)
  • Facing the Death of Someone You Love In 'Facing the Death of Someone You Love', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1980)
  • The Mark of a Man The Publication Order of Religious Books series continues with 'The Mark of a Man', another thrilling entry from Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1981)
  • Discipline The Publication Order of Religious Books series continues with 'Discipline', another thrilling entry from Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1982)
  • All That Was Ever Ours 'All That Was Ever Ours' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Religious Books series, set in the world Elisabeth Elliot has created.
    (1982)
  • Marriage is a Gift The Publication Order of Religious Books series continues with 'Marriage is a Gift', another thrilling entry from Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1982)
  • Notes on Prayer 'Notes on Prayer' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Religious Books series, set in the world Elisabeth Elliot has created.
    (1982)
  • As We Forgive Those Experience the magic of 'As We Forgive Those' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1982)
  • The Glory of God's Will Join the adventure in 'The Glory of God's Will' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1982)
  • And When You Pray 'And When You Pray' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Religious Books series, set in the world Elisabeth Elliot has created.
    (1983)
  • Passion and Purity Join the adventure in 'Passion and Purity' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1984)
  • A Lamp Unto My Feet In 'A Lamp Unto My Feet', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1985)
  • A Chance to Die Experience the magic of 'A Chance to Die' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1987)
  • The Glad Surrender Join the adventure in 'The Glad Surrender' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1988)
  • Loneliness 'Loneliness' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Religious Books series, set in the world Elisabeth Elliot has created.
    (1988)
  • On Asking God Why In 'On Asking God Why', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1989)
  • A Path Through Suffering Experience the magic of 'A Path Through Suffering' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1990)
  • Forget-Me-Not Experience the magic of 'Forget-Me-Not' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1990)
  • A Peaceful Home Join the adventure in 'A Peaceful Home' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1990)
  • How to Overcome Loneliness In 'How to Overcome Loneliness', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (1991)
  • The Path of Loneliness Experience the magic of 'The Path of Loneliness' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1991)
  • The Shaping of a Christian Family The Publication Order of Religious Books series continues with 'The Shaping of a Christian Family', another thrilling entry from Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1992)
  • Love Knows No Limit 'Love Knows No Limit' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1992)
  • God's Guidance Experience the magic of 'God's Guidance' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1992)
  • Keep a Quiet Heart 'Keep a Quiet Heart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1995)
  • Quest for Love 'Quest for Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (1996)
  • Gateway to Joy Experience the magic of 'Gateway to Joy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1998)
  • Taking Flight Experience the magic of 'Taking Flight' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Religious Books universe.
    (1999)
  • The Music of His Promises In 'The Music of His Promises', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (2000)
  • Secure in the Everlasting Arms In 'Secure in the Everlasting Arms', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Religious Books saga.
    (2002)
  • Be Still My Soul 'Be Still My Soul' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Religious Books series, set in the world Elisabeth Elliot has created.
    (2003)
  • Faith That Does Not Falter The Publication Order of Religious Books series continues with 'Faith That Does Not Falter', another thrilling entry from Elisabeth Elliot.
    (2003)
  • Guided by God's Promises 'Guided by God's Promises' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Religious Books series, set in the world Elisabeth Elliot has created.
    (2018)
  • Suffering Is Never for Nothing Join the adventure in 'Suffering Is Never for Nothing' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (2019)
  • Heart of God 'Heart of God' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Religious Books series by Elisabeth Elliot.
    (2022)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Elisabeth Elliot?

Elisabeth Elliot is a bestselling author known for 2 book series containing over 48 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Religious Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Elisabeth Elliot book series to start with?

For readers new to Elisabeth Elliot's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Religious Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 47 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Elisabeth Elliot's writing.

Q: How many books has Elisabeth Elliot written?

Elisabeth Elliot has written over 48 books across 2 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.