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Margaret Peterson Haddix

Bestselling Author • 13 Series • 61 Books

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Series
61
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey (1997)
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Publication Order of The Greystone Secrets Books
Start with: The Strangers (2019)
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Publication Order of The Missing Books
Start with: Found (2008)

About Margaret Peterson Haddix

When Margaret Haddix began writing Because of Anya, she had decided to write about alopecia but did not know anyone that had the disease. She did her research and read a great deal about it, she also contacted a local group and met and visited with a young eighth grader (who suffered from Alopecia) and her mother. Margaret was very grateful for their time and learned so much about a young girl suffering from the disease and that is what Because of Anya is about, a young girl who is dealing with having Alopecia and not having her hair. Anya is a young girl suffering with Alopecia and is the main character of Margaret Higgins book Because of Anya. The story is a story of friendship and is one with a moral, as many of Margaret Haddix are. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Margaret Peterson Haddix has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Publication Order of Children of Exile Books
3 books 2016–2018
1

Children of Exile

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children of Exile Books with Children of Exile, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2016
2

Children of Refuge

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children of Exile Books with Children of Refuge, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2017
3

Children of Jubilee

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Children of Exile Books with Children of Jubilee, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2018
Publication Order of The Greystone Secrets Books
3 books 2019–2021
1

The Strangers

The Strangers continues the Publication Order of The Greystone Secrets Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
2

The Deceivers

The Deceivers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Greystone Secrets Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2020
3

The Messengers

The Messengers continues the Publication Order of The Greystone Secrets Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2021
Publication Order of The Missing Books
10 books 2008–2015
1

Found

Found is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Missing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2008
2

Sent

Sent is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Missing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2009
3

Sabotaged

Sabotaged continues the Publication Order of The Missing Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
4

Torn

Torn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Missing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2011
5

Caught

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Missing Books with Caught, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2012
6

Sought

Sought is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Missing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2013
7

Risked

Risked continues the Publication Order of The Missing Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
8

Rescued

Rescued is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Missing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2014
9

Revealed

Revealed continues the Publication Order of The Missing Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
10

Redeemed

Redeemed is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Missing Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Moonleapers Books
1 books 2025–2025
1

Moonleapers

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Moonleapers Books with Moonleapers, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2025
Publication Order of Mysteries of Trash and Treasure Books
3 books 2022–2024
1

The Secret Letters

The Secret Letters continues the Publication Order of Mysteries of Trash and Treasure Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
2

The Ghostly Photos

The Ghostly Photos continues the Publication Order of Mysteries of Trash and Treasure Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
3

The Stolen Key

The Stolen Key is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mysteries of Trash and Treasure Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2024
Publication Order of The Palace Chronicles Books
3 books 1999–2015
1

Just Ella

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Palace Chronicles Books with Just Ella, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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1999
2

Palace of Mirrors

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Palace Chronicles Books with Palace of Mirrors, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2008
3

Palace of Lies

Palace of Lies is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Palace Chronicles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Running Out Of Time Books
2 books 1995–2023
1

Running Out of Time

Running Out of Time continues the Publication Order of Running Out Of Time Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
2

Falling Out of Time

Falling Out of Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Running Out Of Time Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2023
Publication Order of Shadow Children Books
7 books 1998–2006
1

Among the Hidden

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Shadow Children Books with Among the Hidden, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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1998
2

Among the Impostors

Among the Impostors continues the Publication Order of Shadow Children Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
3

Among the Betrayed

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Shadow Children Books with Among the Betrayed, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2002
4

Among the Barons

Among the Barons continues the Publication Order of Shadow Children Books story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
5

Among the Brave

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Shadow Children Books with Among the Brave, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2004
6

Among the Enemy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Shadow Children Books with Among the Enemy, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2005
7

Among the Free

Among the Free is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Shadow Children Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2006
Publication Order of Under Their Skin Books
2 books 2016–2017
1

Under Their Skin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Under Their Skin Books with Under Their Skin, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2016
2

In Over Their Heads

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Under Their Skin Books with In Over Their Heads, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2017
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
19 books 1997–2022
1

Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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1997
2

Leaving Fishers

Leaving Fishers continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
3

Turnabout

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Turnabout, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2000
4

The Girl with 500 Middle Names

The Girl with 500 Middle Names is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2001
5

Takeoffs and Landings

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Takeoffs and Landings, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2001
6

Because of Anya

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Because of Anya, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2002
7

Escape from Memory

Escape from Memory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2003
8

The House on the Gulf

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The House on the Gulf, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2004
9

Say What?

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Say What?, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2004
10

Double Identity

Double Identity continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
11

Dexter the Tough

Dexter the Tough continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
12

Uprising

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Uprising, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2007
13

Claim to Fame

Claim to Fame continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
14

The Always War

Conflict and courage define The Always War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Margaret Peterson Haddix that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2011
15

Game Changer

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Game Changer, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2012
16

Full Ride

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Full Ride, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2013
17

The Summer of Broken Things

The Summer of Broken Things continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
18

Remarkables

Remarkables continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
19

The School for Whatnots

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The School for Whatnots, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2022
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2011–2011
1

Thad, the Ghost, and Me

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Thad, the Ghost, and Me, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2011
Publication Order of The 39 Clues Books
1 books 2010–2010
1

Into the Gauntlet

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The 39 Clues Books with Into the Gauntlet, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2010
Publication Order of Anthologies
6 books 2000–2006
1

I Believe in Water: Twelve Brushes with Religion

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with I Believe in Water: Twelve Brushes with Religion, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2000
2

On the Edge

On the Edge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2000
3

Destination Unexpected

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Destination Unexpected, another outstanding contribution from Margaret Peterson Haddix.

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2003
4

Unexpected

Unexpected continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
5

Twice Told

Twice Told is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix have come to expect.

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2006
6

Swashbuckling Fantasy

Swashbuckling Fantasy continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Margaret Peterson Haddix's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Margaret Peterson Haddix?

Margaret Peterson Haddix is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 61 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Children of Exile Books, Publication Order of The Greystone Secrets Books, Publication Order of The Missing Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Margaret Peterson Haddix series to start with?

For readers new to Margaret Peterson Haddix's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 19 books. Begin with Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Margaret Peterson Haddix written?

Margaret Peterson Haddix has written over 61 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Margaret Peterson Haddix books in order?

Yes, reading Margaret Peterson Haddix's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Margaret Peterson Haddix write in?

Margaret Peterson Haddix writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 61 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Margaret Peterson Haddix's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Margaret Peterson Haddix's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Margaret Peterson Haddix's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Margaret Peterson Haddix's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.