📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Limberlost Books Best for beginners - Start with "Freckles" (1904)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "Strike at Shane's" (1893)
Publication Order of Poetry Collections Popular choice - Start with "The Fire Bird" (2010)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "What I have done with birds" (1907)

About the Author

Gene Stratton Porter was an American author who was born in 1863 and died in 1924. A photographer and naturalist, Gene was among the first women to form a movie studio and production company. Her novels were bestsellers and her magazine columns where always well received. She used the resources at her disposal, all the money she earned as a writer and status she garnered, to promote the conservation of Wetlands in the State of Indiana. +Biography Gene Stratton Porter was born in Wabash County, Indiana. The last born of Mary and Mark Stratton’s 12 children, Gene married Charles Dorwin Porter in 1886. Charles was the child of a doctor. As such, his decision to become a pharmacist wasn’t much of a surprise. The couple, who had one daughter (Jeannette), was very well off because of all the sto. Gene Stratton Porter is the author of over 28 books across 4 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Limberlost Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Gene Stratton Porter has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Limberlost Books

2 books
  • Freckles The Publication Order of Limberlost Books series continues with 'Freckles', another thrilling entry from Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1904) ⭐ Start here
  • A Girl of the Limberlost In 'A Girl of the Limberlost', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Limberlost Books saga.
    (1909) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

11 books
  • Strike at Shane's Experience the magic of 'Strike at Shane's' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1893)
  • The Song of the Cardinal In 'The Song of the Cardinal', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1906)
  • At the Foot of the Rainbow The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'At the Foot of the Rainbow', another thrilling entry from Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1907)
  • The Harvester Join the adventure in 'The Harvester' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1911)
  • Laddie 'Laddie' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gene Stratton Porter has created.
    (1913)
  • Michael O'Halloran The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Michael O'Halloran', another thrilling entry from Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1915)
  • A Daughter of the Land Join the adventure in 'A Daughter of the Land' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1918)
  • Her Father's Daughter Join the adventure in 'Her Father's Daughter' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1921)
  • The White Flag 'The White Flag' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gene Stratton Porter has created.
    (1923)
  • The Keeper of the Bees 'The Keeper of the Bees' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gene Stratton Porter has created.
    (1925)
  • The Magic Garden 'The Magic Garden' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1927)

Publication Order of Poetry Collections

2 books
  • The Fire Bird Join the adventure in 'The Fire Bird' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Poetry Collections series by Gene Stratton Porter.
    (2010)
  • Jesus of the emerald In 'Jesus of the emerald', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Poetry Collections saga.
    (2020)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

13 books
  • What I have done with birds Join the adventure in 'What I have done with birds' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1907)
  • The Birds of the Bible In 'The Birds of the Bible', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1909)
  • Music of the Wild Experience the magic of 'Music of the Wild' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1910)
  • Moths of the Limberlost with Original Photographs In 'Moths of the Limberlost with Original Photographs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1912)
  • After the Flood In 'After the Flood', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1912)
  • Birds of the Limberlost The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Birds of the Limberlost', another thrilling entry from Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1914)
  • Friends In Feathers In 'Friends In Feathers', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1917)
  • Homing With the Birds Experience the magic of 'Homing With the Birds' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1919)
  • Wings In 'Wings', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1924)
  • Tales You Won't Believe Experience the magic of 'Tales You Won't Believe' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1925)
  • Let Us Highly Resolve In 'Let Us Highly Resolve', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1927)
  • Experiences in Observing and Photographing Birds In 'Experiences in Observing and Photographing Birds', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1990)
  • Coming Through the Swamp Join the adventure in 'Coming Through the Swamp' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gene Stratton Porter.
    (1996)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Gene Stratton Porter?

Gene Stratton Porter is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 28 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Limberlost Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Poetry Collections. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Gene Stratton Porter book series to start with?

For readers new to Gene Stratton Porter's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Limberlost Books 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 Gene Stratton Porter's writing.

Q: How many books has Gene Stratton Porter written?

Gene Stratton Porter has written over 28 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.