📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "If You Were Here" (2011)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "Bitter Is the New Black" (2006)

About the Author

Jen Lancaster is an American author that was living the high life in the corporate arena before being laid off and nearly losing everything she held so dear to her heart. That particular struggle drove her to write a series of blog posts and then memoirs which transformed her into a New York Times Bestselling author. +Biography Jen Lancaster’s fans always praise her for her comedic skills. Growing up, Jen did not know she was funny. She knew she had a big mouth. The things she said always got her into trouble. It wasn’t until she got to college that Jen realized she was funny. It would be several more years before she learned to utilize that skill. Jen’s reading habits were a little unconventional as a child. Jen Lancaster is the author of over 19 books across 2 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, Jen Lancaster has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

9 books
  • If You Were Here In 'If You Were Here', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here
  • Here I Go Again In 'Here I Go Again', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here
  • Twisted Sisters The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Twisted Sisters', another thrilling entry from Jen Lancaster.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • The Best of Enemies In 'The Best of Enemies', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • By the Numbers 'By the Numbers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Jen Lancaster has created.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • The Gatekeepers In 'The Gatekeepers', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here
  • Housemoms Experience the magic of 'Housemoms' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here
  • The Anti-Heroes Experience the magic of 'The Anti-Heroes' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here
  • Peter Pulaski Must Pay Experience the magic of 'Peter Pulaski Must Pay' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2025) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

10 books
  • Bitter Is the New Black 'Bitter Is the New Black' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jen Lancaster has created.
    (2006)
  • Bright Lights, Big Ass 'Bright Lights, Big Ass' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jen Lancaster has created.
    (2007)
  • Such a Pretty Fat Experience the magic of 'Such a Pretty Fat' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2008)
  • Pretty in Plaid 'Pretty in Plaid' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jen Lancaster has created.
    (2009)
  • My Fair Lazy In 'My Fair Lazy', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Jeneration X 'Jeneration X' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jen Lancaster has created.
    (2012)
  • The Tao of Martha Join the adventure in 'The Tao of Martha' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Jen Lancaster.
    (2013)
  • I Regret Nothing Experience the magic of 'I Regret Nothing' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2015)
  • Stories I'd Tell in Bars In 'Stories I'd Tell in Bars', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2017)
  • Welcome to the United States of Anxiety The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Welcome to the United States of Anxiety', another thrilling entry from Jen Lancaster.
    (2020)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Jen Lancaster?

Jen Lancaster is a bestselling author known for 2 book series containing over 19 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Jen Lancaster book series to start with?

For readers new to Jen Lancaster'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 9 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Jen Lancaster's writing.

Q: How many books has Jen Lancaster written?

Jen Lancaster has written over 19 books across 2 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.