📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Tanglewreck Books Best for beginners - Start with "Tanglewreck" (2006)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit" (1985)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "Love" (2017)
Publication Order of Picture Books Popular choice - Start with "The King of Capri" (2003)

About the Author

About Jeanette Winterson Known for being a versatile and outspoken author, Jeanette Winterson is a British novelist who writes in a whole variety of different styles. Creative and intelligent, she really sets herself apart with her unique and incisive brand of fiction that immediately gets to the point on many different issues. Exploring ideas of identity, gender, and sexuality, she really is an uncompromising voice when it comes to the forward thinking fiction. Not only that, but she’s amassed a large following of readers worldwide, becoming a hugely influential household name for many. From science-fiction and horror to children’s literature and journalism, she’s a writer known for the huge scope and range of her work. Letting her stories essentially speak for themselve. Jeanette Winterson is the author of over 40 books across 11 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Tanglewreck Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Jeanette Winterson has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Tanglewreck Books

2 books
  • Tanglewreck Join the adventure in 'Tanglewreck' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Tanglewreck Books series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • The Battle of the Sun Join the adventure in 'The Battle of the Sun' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Tanglewreck Books series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

12 books
  • Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jeanette Winterson has created.
    (1985)
  • The Passion In 'The Passion', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1987)
  • Sexing the Cherry The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Sexing the Cherry', another thrilling entry from Jeanette Winterson.
    (1989)
  • Written on the Body The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Written on the Body', another thrilling entry from Jeanette Winterson.
    (1992)
  • The Powerbook The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Powerbook', another thrilling entry from Jeanette Winterson.
    (1994)
  • Art and Lies In 'Art and Lies', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1994)
  • Gut Symmetries In 'Gut Symmetries', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1997)
  • Lighthousekeeping Experience the magic of 'Lighthousekeeping' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2004)
  • The Stone Gods Experience the magic of 'The Stone Gods' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2007)
  • The Daylight Gate Experience the magic of 'The Daylight Gate' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2012)
  • Frankissstein 'Frankissstein' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2019)
  • One Aladdin Two Lamps In 'One Aladdin Two Lamps', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2026)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

1 books
  • Love 'Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2017)

Publication Order of Picture Books

3 books
  • The King of Capri In 'The King of Capri', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Picture Books saga.
    (2003)
  • The Lion, The Unicorn And Me Join the adventure in 'The Lion, The Unicorn And Me' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Picture Books series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2009)
  • Hansel and Greta In 'Hansel and Greta', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Picture Books saga.
    (2020)

Publication Order of Collections

3 books
  • The World and Other Places In 'The World and Other Places', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (1998)
  • Christmas Days In 'Christmas Days', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (2016)
  • Night Side of the River The Publication Order of Collections series continues with 'Night Side of the River', another thrilling entry from Jeanette Winterson.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

5 books
  • Fit for the Future The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Fit for the Future', another thrilling entry from Jeanette Winterson.
    (1986)
  • Art Objects Experience the magic of 'Art Objects' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1995)
  • Why Be Happy When You Could Be Normal? 'Why Be Happy When You Could Be Normal?' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jeanette Winterson has created.
    (2011)
  • Courage Calls to Courage Everywhere Experience the magic of 'Courage Calls to Courage Everywhere' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2018)
  • 12 Bytes The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with '12 Bytes', another thrilling entry from Jeanette Winterson.
    (2021)

Publication Order of Hogarth Shakespeare Books

1 books
  • The Gap of Time Experience the magic of 'The Gap of Time' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Hogarth Shakespeare Books universe.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Canongate's The Myths Books

1 books
  • Weight Join the adventure in 'Weight' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Canongate's The Myths Books series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2005)

Publication Order of Vintage Minis Books

1 books
  • Love 'Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Vintage Minis Books series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2017)

Publication Order of Forward Books of Poetry Books

1 books
  • The Forward Book of Poetry 2014 Join the adventure in 'The Forward Book of Poetry 2014' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Forward Books of Poetry Books series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Anthologies

10 books
  • Passion Fruit 'Passion Fruit' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Jeanette Winterson has created.
    (1986)
  • Friendship 'Friendship' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Jeanette Winterson has created.
    (1990)
  • Growing Up Gay/Growing Up Lesbian: A Literary Anthology Experience the magic of 'Growing Up Gay/Growing Up Lesbian: A Literary Anthology' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1993)
  • Essential Acker: The Selected Writings In 'Essential Acker: The Selected Writings', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2002)
  • Midsummer Nights Join the adventure in 'Midsummer Nights' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2009)
  • Ox-Tales: Fire 'Ox-Tales: Fire' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Jeanette Winterson has created.
    (2009)
  • Granta 115 In 'Granta 115', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2011)
  • A London Address In 'A London Address', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2013)
  • The Forward Book of Poetry 2014 Join the adventure in 'The Forward Book of Poetry 2014' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jeanette Winterson.
    (2013)
  • 1914 - Goodbye to All That Experience the magic of '1914 - Goodbye to All That' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2014)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Jeanette Winterson?

Jeanette Winterson is a bestselling author known for 11 book series containing over 40 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Tanglewreck Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Jeanette Winterson book series to start with?

For readers new to Jeanette Winterson's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Tanglewreck 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 Jeanette Winterson's writing.

Q: How many books has Jeanette Winterson written?

Jeanette Winterson has written over 40 books across 11 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.