📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures" (2012)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections Popular choice - Start with "Fly Over State" (2009)
Publication Order of Picture Books Popular choice - Start with "Very Good Hats" (2023)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "First Winter" (2008)

About the Author

Emma Straub was born in New York City in 1980. She is an established American author known for her bestselling book The Vacationers, published in 2014. Emma writes both essays and short stories for various periodicals and magazines. Her debut novel was Laura Lamont’s Life in Pictures, published by Riverhead Books in 2012. Emma’s debut story collection, Other People We Married, was also released in February 2012 by Riverhead Books. She writes both fiction and non-fiction, with her greatest success seen in her fiction works. Her writings have appeared in several publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Tin House, Slate, The Paris Review Daily, The New York Times, and Cousin Corinne’s. Straub was born to the renowned writer Peter Straub and was raised by both her parents in Manh. Emma Straub is the author of over 15 books across 4 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, Emma Straub has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

6 books
  • Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures Join the adventure in 'Laura Lamont's Life in Pictures' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Emma Straub.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • The Vacationers In 'The Vacationers', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Modern Lovers 'Modern Lovers' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Emma Straub.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • All Adults Here 'All Adults Here' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Emma Straub has created.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here
  • This Time Tomorrow In 'This Time Tomorrow', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • American Fantasy Epic fantasy awaits in 'American Fantasy', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Emma Straub.
    (2026) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • Fly Over State 'Fly Over State' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Emma Straub has created.
    (2009)
  • Other People We Married Experience the magic of 'Other People We Married' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.
    (2011)

Publication Order of Picture Books

1 books
  • Very Good Hats 'Very Good Hats' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, set in the world Emma Straub has created.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Anthologies

6 books
  • First Winter The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'First Winter', another thrilling entry from Emma Straub.
    (2008)
  • Afterzine, Issue 2 'Afterzine, Issue 2' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Emma Straub has created.
    (2011)
  • The Picador Book of 40 Experience the magic of 'The Picador Book of 40' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2012)
  • What My Mother Gave Me In 'What My Mother Gave Me', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2013)
  • xo Orpheus Experience the magic of 'xo Orpheus' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2013)
  • Goodbye to All That The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Goodbye to All That', another thrilling entry from Emma Straub.
    (2013)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Emma Straub?

Emma Straub is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 15 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Story Collections, Publication Order of Picture Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Emma Straub book series to start with?

For readers new to Emma Straub'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 6 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Emma Straub's writing.

Q: How many books has Emma Straub written?

Emma Straub has written over 15 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.