Jan Karon
9
Book Series
45
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Mitford Books
Best for beginners - Start with "At Home in Mitford" (1994)
Chronological Order of Mitford Books
Popular choice - Start with "At Home in Mitford" (1994)
Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books
Popular choice - Start with "Patches of Godlight" (2001)
Publication Order of Mitford For Children Books
Popular choice - Start with "Violet Comes to Stay" (2006)
About the Author
With plenty of series and franchises written under her name, she is also one of the most prolific novelists as well. Early and Personal Life Born in 1937 on the first of January, Janice Meredith Wilson was born and raised on a farm that was near Lenoir. Living in North Carolina for the duration of her upbringing, she was always acutely aware of her passion for reading and writing. With her focus constantly set on becoming a writer, she never wavered from her ambition, as she honed and refined her skills throughout the years. With a strong passion for religion, she has had a tumultuous upbringing and one that has only made her stronger as a person and an author. Suffering the tragedy of parental divorce early on, she would herself drop out of school at just fourteen and get married. Followi. Jan Karon is the author of over 45 books across 9 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Mitford Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Jan Karon has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Mitford Books
15 books
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At Home in Mitford In 'At Home in Mitford', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Mitford Books saga.(1994) ⭐ Start here
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A Light in the Window In 'A Light in the Window', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Mitford Books saga.(1995) ⭐ Start here
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These High, Green Hills In 'These High, Green Hills', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Mitford Books saga.(1996) ⭐ Start here
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Out to Canaan In 'Out to Canaan', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Mitford Books saga.(1997) ⭐ Start here
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A New Song Experience the magic of 'A New Song' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Mitford Books universe.(1999) ⭐ Start here
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A Common Life Experience the magic of 'A Common Life' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Mitford Books universe.(2001) ⭐ Start here
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In This Mountain 'In This Mountain' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2002) ⭐ Start here
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Shepherds Abiding Join the adventure in 'Shepherds Abiding' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Mitford Books series by Jan Karon.(2003) ⭐ Start here
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Light from Heaven 'Light from Heaven' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2005) ⭐ Start here
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Home to Holly Springs In 'Home to Holly Springs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Mitford Books saga.(2007) ⭐ Start here
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In the Company of Others The Publication Order of Mitford Books series continues with 'In the Company of Others', another thrilling entry from Jan Karon.(2010) ⭐ Start here
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Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good 'Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2014) ⭐ Start here
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Come Rain or Come Shine In 'Come Rain or Come Shine', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Mitford Books saga.(2015) ⭐ Start here
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To Be Where You Are Join the adventure in 'To Be Where You Are' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Mitford Books series by Jan Karon.(2017) ⭐ Start here
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My Beloved 'My Beloved' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Mitford Books series by Jan Karon.(2025) ⭐ Start here
Chronological Order of Mitford Books
15 books
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At Home in Mitford In 'At Home in Mitford', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Mitford Books saga.(1994)
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A Light in the Window In 'A Light in the Window', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Mitford Books saga.(1995)
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A Common Life Experience the magic of 'A Common Life' as it builds upon the beloved Chronological Order of Mitford Books universe.(2001)
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These High, Green Hills In 'These High, Green Hills', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Mitford Books saga.(1996)
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Out to Canaan In 'Out to Canaan', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Mitford Books saga.(1997)
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A New Song Experience the magic of 'A New Song' as it builds upon the beloved Chronological Order of Mitford Books universe.(1999)
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In This Mountain 'In This Mountain' is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Mitford Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2002)
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Shepherds Abiding Join the adventure in 'Shepherds Abiding' as the story unfolds across the Chronological Order of Mitford Books series by Jan Karon.(2003)
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Light from Heaven 'Light from Heaven' is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Mitford Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2005)
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Home to Holly Springs In 'Home to Holly Springs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Mitford Books saga.(2007)
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In the Company of Others The Chronological Order of Mitford Books series continues with 'In the Company of Others', another thrilling entry from Jan Karon.(2010)
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Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good 'Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good' is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Mitford Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2014)
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Come Rain or Come Shine In 'Come Rain or Come Shine', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Chronological Order of Mitford Books saga.(2015)
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To Be Where You Are Join the adventure in 'To Be Where You Are' as the story unfolds across the Chronological Order of Mitford Books series by Jan Karon.(2017)
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My Beloved 'My Beloved' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Chronological Order of Mitford Books series by Jan Karon.(2025)
Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books
6 books
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Patches of Godlight 'Patches of Godlight' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2001)
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The Mitford Snowmen 'The Mitford Snowmen' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2001)
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Esther's Gift The Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books series continues with 'Esther's Gift', another thrilling entry from Jan Karon.(2002)
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The Trellis and the Seed Experience the magic of 'The Trellis and the Seed' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books universe.(2003)
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Jan Karon's Mitford Cookbook and Kitchen Reader 'Jan Karon's Mitford Cookbook and Kitchen Reader' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2004)
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The Mitford Bedside Companion 'The Mitford Bedside Companion' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2006)
Publication Order of Mitford For Children Books
2 books
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Violet Comes to Stay The Publication Order of Mitford For Children Books series continues with 'Violet Comes to Stay', another thrilling entry from Jan Karon.(2006)
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Violet Goes to the Country Join the adventure in 'Violet Goes to the Country' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Mitford For Children Books series by Jan Karon.(2007)
Publication Order of Mitford Collections
1 books
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Bathed in Prayer 'Bathed in Prayer' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitford Collections series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2018)
Publication Order of Father Tim Books
2 books
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Home to Holly Springs In 'Home to Holly Springs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Father Tim Books saga.(2007)
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In the Company of Others The Publication Order of Father Tim Books series continues with 'In the Company of Others', another thrilling entry from Jan Karon.(2010)
Publication Order of Children's Books
2 books
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Miss Fannie's Hat In 'Miss Fannie's Hat', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Children's Books saga.(1993)
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Jeremy: The Tale of an Honest Bunny 'Jeremy: The Tale of an Honest Bunny' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2000)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
1 books
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A Continual Feast 'A Continual Feast' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Jan Karon has created.(2005)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books
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The Mitford Years Reading Guide Experience the magic of 'The Mitford Years Reading Guide' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1997)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Jan Karon?
Jan Karon is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 45 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Mitford Books, Chronological Order of Mitford Books, Publication Order of Mitford Gift Books Books, Publication Order of Mitford For Children Books, Publication Order of Mitford Collections. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Jan Karon book series to start with?
For readers new to Jan Karon's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Mitford Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 15 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Jan Karon's writing.
Q: How many books has Jan Karon written?
Jan Karon has written over 45 books across 9 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.