The Complete List of Susan Mallery Books in Order

Susan Mallery is the #1 New York Times bestselling author behind a whole host of heartwarming, wholesome, and humorous romance novels.

Best known for her expertly crafted tales of love, life, and heartbreak, she’s been hailed as the ‘new queen of romance fiction,’ thanks to her multidimensional characters, surprising plot twists, and superb storytelling ability.

Her books have been translated into 28 languages, earning her a global following and securing her place as one of today’s most beloved romance writers.

The Complete List of Susan Mallery Books in Order

Susan Mallory is a prolific writer, and with such a huge body of work to explore, it can take time to figure out where to begin.

So, in this post, I’ll give you a complete list of all of her books and break them down into their respective series to help you decide where to begin your reading journey.

Below, you’ll find every series by Susan Mallery, plus I’ll also include a complete list of her standalone works.

The Fool’s Gold Books in Publication And Reading Order

This contemporary romance series is one of Susan Mallery’s most popular collections. The stories take place in the idyllic California town of Fool’s Gold, where we follow the life, love, and adventures of the people who live there.

Fool’s Gold is fictional, but Mallery has created a long and fascinating history for her unique setting, which you can explore here on her dedicated Fool’s Gold fan page.

The Fool’s Gold books tell a separate story, but the characters’ lives are intertwined. So, to get the most out of the series, it’s best to read these titles in the order they were published, listed below.

1. Chasing Perfect (2010)
2. Almost Perfect (2010)
3. Finding Perfect (2010)
4. Only Mine (2011)
5. Only Yours (2011)
6. Only His (2011)
7. Summer Days (2012)
8. Summer Nights (2012)
9. All Summer Long (2012)
10. A Fool’s Gold Christmas (2012)
11. Just One Kiss (2013)
12. Two of a Kind (2013)
13. Three Little Words (2013)
14. Christmas on 4th Street (2013)
15. When We Met (2014)
16. Before We Kiss (2014)
17. Until We Touch (2014)
18. Hold Me (2015)
19. Kiss Me (2015)
20. Thrill Me (2015)
21. Marry Me at Christmas (2015)
22. Best of My Love (2016)
23. A Fool’s Gold Wedding (2020)

The Fool’s Gold Short Stories 

Alongside the major novels in the Fool’s Gold series, Susan Mallery has also penned several supplementary short stories set in this fascinating fictional town.

Here they are in the order they were published.

1. Summer Brides (with Sherryl Woods and Susan Wiggs) (2010)
2. A Christmas Bride (2012)
3. Almost Summer (2012)
4. Halfway There (2013)
5. Yours for Christmas (2014)
6. Sweeter With You (2016)
7. A Kiss in the Snow (2001)

The Fool’s Gold Cookbook

Fans of Susan Mallery’s work will know that the author loves to include a dash of culinary delight in her books. And so, if you love her Fool’s Gold series and have a passion for cooking, you will want to attend the Fool’s Gold Cookbook. 

Part novella, part cookbook, this bonus title includes over one hundred and fifty recipes featured throughout the series, including classics such as Heidi’s fresh and tasty arugula, corn and cherry tomato salad with goat’s cheese, and Denise’s delectable summer berry pie.  

• The Fool’s Gold Cookbook (2013)

The Bakery Sisters Books in Publication And Reading Order

The Bakery Sister’s books transport us into a world of love, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption as three estranged sisters reunite as a family.

Along their separate journeys, each sister must overcome their demons and open themselves to love to find their perfect man.

The Bakery Sisters books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. Sweet Talk (2008)
2. Sweet Spot (2008)
3. Sweet Trouble (2008)

The Beth Davis Books in Publication and Reading Order

The Beth Davis series begins with The Bodyguard & Ms. Jones, which tells the tale of a brutish bodyguard named Mike who suffers devastating injuries in the line of duty.

But his near-death experience turns out to be a blessing in disguise when he’s nursed back to health by the warm-hearted and angelic Miss Cindy Jones, who shows him the true meaning of love and happiness.

In book two, Beth and the Bachelor, a widowed mother strikes up an unlikely relationship with a millionaire playboy as they each discover the blessings that lasting love can bring.

The Beth Davis books each tell a different story, so you can read this series in any order you choose.

1. The Bodyguard & Ms. Jones (1995)
2. Beth and the Bachelor (1999)

The Blackberry Island Books in Publication And Reading Order

Blackberry Island is a fictional outpost just off the coast of Washington State. Here, life moves slower, and the locals are used to kicking back, taking in the scenery, and breathing in the ocean air. And, of course, they occasionally fall in love, too.

Just like with her Fool’s Gold series, author Susan Mallery has crafted an entire history of this fictional world, which you can explore at her website here.

The Blackberry Island books tell a separate story, but the characters’ lives are intertwined. So, to get the most out of this series, it’s best to read these titles in the order they were published, listed below.

1. Barefoot Season (2012)
2. Three Sisters (2013)
3. Evening Stars (2014)
4. Sisters by Choice (2020)

The Brides of Bradley House Books in Publication And Reading Order

The Brides of Bradley House series begins with Dream Bride, which tells the tale of a woman who, according to legend, will meet the man of her dreams on her twenty-fifth birthday.

And to her surprise, when the day finally comes, there he is. But this handsome stranger wasn’t exactly who she was expecting.

In book two, Dream Groom, a young woman is captivated by her handsome, enigmatic boss, and she’s shocked to learn that he feels the same way about her.

There are two books in the Brides of Bradley House series; Dream Bride and Dream Groom. But more than a decade after they were originally published, they were compiled into the 2011 Dream Wedding collection.

Each story is standalone, so if you buy the books separately, you can read them in any order you choose.

1. Dream Bride (1999)
2. Dream Groom (1999)
3. Dream Wedding (2011)

The Buchanans Books in Publication and Reading Order

This captivating contemporary romance series follows the Buchanans as they traverse the rocky waters of courtship and learn the harsh lessons of love while running their family’s restaurant business. 

The Buchanans books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. Delicious (2006)
2. Irresistible (2006)
3. Sizzling (2007)
4. Tempting (2007)

The Desert Rogues Books in Publication And Reading Order

These heartstopping and steamy romance stories follow a different woman as she’s swept off her feet and falls head over heels in love with a wealthy, handsome, and mysterious sheik.

A common theme interconnects the Desert Rogues series. Still, each book tells a different story so you can read them in any order you choose.

1. The Sheik’s Kidnapped Bride (2000)
2. The Sheik’s Arranged Marriage (2000)
3. The Sheik’s Secret Bride (2000)
4. The Sheik and the Runaway Princess (2001)
5. The Sheik and the Virgin Princess (2002)
6. The Prince & The Pregnant Princess (2002)
7. The Sheik & The Princess in Waiting (2004)
8. The Sheik & the Princess Bride (2004)
9. The Sheik & The Bride Who Said No (2005)
10. The Sheik and the Virgin Secretary (2005)
11. The Sheik and the Christmas Bride (2007)
12. The Sheik and the Pregnant Bride (2008)
13. The Sheik and the Bought Bride (2009)
14. The Sheikh’s Virgin (2009)

The Happily Inc. Books in Publication And Reading Order

This collection of feel-good romance novels is set in the fictional town of Happily Inc, an oasis of love, light, and laughter in the middle of the California desert.

Described as a ‘destination wedding town founded on a fairy tale,‘ Susan Mallery has again crafted an in-depth history of this idyllic location, which you can find on her dedicated Happily Inc. page.

The series draws in characters from the author’s famous Fool’s Gold books, including Nick, Ronan, and Mathias Mitchell, who moved from their hometown and never looked back.

The Happily Inc. books each tell a separate story, but the characters’ lives are intertwined. So, to get the most out of this series, it’s best to read these titles in the order they were published, listed below.

1. You Say It First (2017)
2. Second Chance Girl (2017)
3. A Very Merry Princess (2017)
4. Why Not Tonight (2018)
5. Not Quite Over You (2018)
6. Meant to Be Yours (2019)
7. Happily This Christmas (2020)

The Hometown Heartbreakers Books in Publication And Reading Order

This collection of standalone novels each tells the tale of a separate romance. Still, they’re all connected by a common hometown theme.

The series begins with The Best Bride, where we meet a woman searching for a fresh start in life. Elizabeth has had her fair share of heartbreak over the years. Now, she’s determined to give her daughter the happiness and stability she needs.

But when she arrives in a brand-new town, she finds much more than she bargained for when the handsome local sheriff sweeps her off her feet.

A common theme interconnects the Hometown Heartbreakers series. Still, each book tells a different story so you can read them in any order you choose.

1. The Best Bride (1994)
2. Marriage on Demand (1995)
3. Father in Training (1995)
4. Part-Time Wife (1996)
5. Holly and Mistletoe (1996)
6. Full-Time Father (1996)
7. Husband by the Hour (1997)
8. Good Husband Material (2002)
9. Completely Smitten (2003)
10. One in a Million (2003)
11. Quinn’s Woman (2003)

The Lone Star Canyon Books in Publication And Reading Order

This enchanting trilogy, set in the Lone Star state of Texas, kicks off with The Rancher Next Door, starring protagonist Katie Fitzgerald.

When Katie was young, she was besotted with the handsome Jack Derby, but their feuding families meant their love didn’t last. But now that this pair of star-crossed lovers has been reunited, nothing will keep them apart this time.

A common theme interconnects the Lone Star Canyon series. Still, each book tells a different story so you can read them in any order you choose.

1. The Rancher Next Door (2000)
2. Unexpectedly Expecting! (2001)
3. Wife In Disguise (2001)

The Lone Star Sisters Books in Publication And Reading Order

Susan Mallery takes us back to Texas again for this page-turning collection of novels set in the wild west.

The series begins with Under Her Skin, where a respected heiress finds herself engaged to a wealthy playboy for all the wrong reasons. But their relationship of convenience surprises them both, and soon, this pair of opposites is head over heels in love.

A common theme interconnects the Lone Star Sisters series, but each book tells a different story, so you can read them in any order you choose.

1. Under Her Skin (2009)
2. Lip Service (2009)
3. Straight from the Hip (2009)
4. Hot on Her Heels (2009)
5. Wild Hearts (2009) (novella)

The Wishing Tree Books in Publication And Reading Order

This charming collection of Christmas-themed novels is set in the quirky town of Wishing Tree, Washington State.

In book one, Say You’ll Stay, a young woman is on a journey to a fresh start, but a quick pit stop at Wishing Tree soon becomes a permanent arrangement when she meets a handsome army vet who convinces her to stay.

The Wishing Tree books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. Say You’ll Stay (2021)
2. The Christmas Wedding Guest (2021)
3. Home Sweet Christmas (2022)

The Los Lobos Books in Publication And Reading Order

This contemporary romance series is set in the small Los Angeles town of Los Lobos, a sleepy little place that feels a million miles from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Each book follows a different set of characters who must overcome the challenges and complications that romance can bring.

A common theme interconnects the Los Lobos series. Still, each book tells a different story so you can read them in any order you choose.

1. Someone Like You (2004)
2. Falling for Gracie (2005)
3. Daughters of the Bride (2016)

The Malcolm, Callie & Keira Books in Publication and Reading Order

This short, two-part series follows the story of Callie Smith, who has just been hit with the shocking news that she has a brother and sister she never knew about.

She’d become accustomed to being alone, but now, she’s faced with the possibility of a brand-new start on the shores of Lake Washington. But adjusting to family life won’t be easy, and this newfound set of siblings will have to learn how to live alongside each other after so many years apart.

The Malcolm, Callie & Keira books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. When We Found Home (2018)
2. It Started One Christmas (2018) (novella)

The Marcelli Sisters of Pleasure Road Books in Publication And Reading Order

This warm and witty series takes us to California’s wine country, where we meet the Marcelli sisters of Pleasure Road.

In the series debut, The Sparking One, Kate Marcelli is tasked with planning her younger sister’s wedding. As a party planning aficionado, she’s confident she’ll pull off the perfect day. However, there’s one problem; the groom’s father is determined to ensure the wedding doesn’t go ahead.

The Marcelli Sisters of Pleasure Road books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. The Sparkling One (2003)
2. The Sassy One (2003)
3. The Seductive One (2003)
4. The Marcelli Bride (2006)
5. The Marcelli Princess (2007)
6. A Marcelli Wedding (2011)

The Million Dollar Catch Books in Publication And Reading Order

This hilarious and heartwarming trilogy follows the Nelson sisters, whose grandmother has offered a million dollars on the provision that one of them marries a man they’ve never met.

None of them are keen on the idea; this mystery bachelor can only be a catch if grandma is willing to pay such a high price to get him paired off. Still, the least they can do is agree to a date, so they play a game of rock paper scissors to decide who gets the honor.

But to the Nelson sisters’ surprise, they’re about to embark on an adventure of mishaps, mistakes, and mayhem, which could lead them to their dream man.

The Million Dollar Catch books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. The Substitute Millionaire (2006)
2. The Unexpected Millionaire (2006)
3. The Ultimate Millionaire (2007)

The Mischief Bay Books in Publication and Reading Order

This page-turning series takes us on a journey to Mischief Bay, a quirky beach town in LA County, California.

It’s a place where artists and beatniks live alongside their rich and famous neighbors in relative harmony, where everyone from all walks of life can find their slice of happiness. And now, three friends are embarking on a mission to find theirs.

The Mischief Bay books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. The Girls of Mischief Bay (2015)
2. The Friends We Keep (2016)
3. A Million Little Things (2017)
4. Sisters Like Us (2018)

The Positively Pregnant Books in Publication And Reading Order

This cozy and heartfelt series follows three women, Noelle Stevenson, Rachel Harper, and Crissy Phillips, who find much more than they bargained for when they join their local knitting group.

First, they find friends who become family, and soon, there’s the pitter-patter of tiny feet knocking at the door.

The Positively Pregnant books are best read in the order they were published, listed below.

1. Having Her Boss’s Baby (2006)
2. The Ladies’ Man (2006)
3. Her Last First Date (2007)

The Triple Trouble Books in Publication And Reading Order

The Triple Trouble series begins when Kayla Bedford embarks on a matchmaking mission to find the perfect woman for her best friend and boss, Patrick Walcott.

Kayla is optimistic that her twin sister would be his ideal match, and finally, she agrees to date him. But as the big day looms, pangs of jealousy begin. Suddenly, Kayla sees Patrick in a whole new light, and it’s her she wishes he’d fall for.

A common theme interconnects the Triple Trouble series. Still, each book tells a different story so you can read them in any order you choose.

1. The Girl of His Dreams (1997)
2. The Secret Wife (1997)
3. The Mysterious Stranger (1997)
4. The Wedding Ring Promise (1998)

Standalone Novels

Susan Mallery has plenty of addictive, page-turning series to explore. Still, she’s also penned a vast collection of captivating, standalone novels. Here they are in publication order. 

1. Sunset Bay (1964)
2. Tender Loving Care (1991)
3. Frontier Flame (as Susan Macias) (1992)
4. First Mate (as Susan Macias) (1992)
5. More Than Friends (1993)
6. Tender Victory (as Susan Macias) (1993)
7. Master of the Chase (as Susan Macias) (1993)
8. A Dad for Billie (1993)
9. Cowboy Daddy (1994)
10. Sweet Escape (as Susan Macias) (1994)
11. Tempting Faith (1994)
12. The Only Way Out (1995)
13. Justin’s Bride (1995)
14. Fire in the Dark (as Susan Macias) (1995)
15. Honeysuckle Divine (as Susan Macias) (1996)
16. Courtney’s Cowboy (as Susan Macias) (1996)
17. Surrender in Silk (1997)
18. Wild West Wife (1998) (part of the Montana Mavericks: Return to Whitehorn series in collaboration with various authors)
19. Cowgirl Bride (1998) (part of the Montana Mavericks: Return to Whitehorn series in collaboration with various authors)
20. Montana Mavericks Weddings (1998) (part of the Montana Mavericks: Return to Whitehorn series in collaboration with various authors)
21. Prince Charming M D (1998) (part of the Prescription: Marriage series in collaboration with various authors)
22. The Christmas Wedding Ring (1998)
23. The Millionaire Bachelor (1998)
24. A Montana Mavericks Christmas (1999) (part of the Montana Mavericks: Return to Whitehorn series in collaboration with various authors)
25. Surprise Delivery (1999) (part of the That’s My Baby series in collaboration with various authors)
26. A Royal Baby on the Way (1999) (part of the Royally Wed series in collaboration with various authors)
27. Lone Star Millionaire (1999) (part of the World’s Most Eligible Bachelors series in collaboration with various authors)
28. Cinderella for a Night (2000) (part of the 36 Hours series in collaboration with various authors)
29. Shotgun Grooms (with Maureen Child) (2000)
30. Christmas in Whitehorn (2001) (part of the Montana Mavericks: Return to Whitehorn series in collaboration with various authors)
31. Sweet Success (2001)
32. Lucas’s Convenient Bride (2001)
33. Married for a Month (2001)
34. A Little Bit Pregnant (2003) (part of the That’s My Baby series in collaboration with various authors)
35. Reflection (2004)
36. Mother By Design (2004) (part of Logan’s Legacy series in collaboration with various authors)
37. To Love and Protect (2004) (part of Logan’s Legacy series in collaboration with various authors)
38. Lily’s Expecting (2004) (novella, part of Logan’s Legacy series in collaboration with various authors)
39. Expecting! (2004) (part of the Merlyn County Midwives series in collaboration with various authors)
40. Living on the Edge (2005)
41. There’s Always Plan B (2005)
42. Prodigal Son (2006) (part of the Family Business series in collaboration with various authors)
43. Accidentally Yours (2007)
44. In Bed With The Devil (2007) (part of the Millionaire of the Month series in collaboration with various authors)
45. Their Little Princess: A Single Dad Romance (2009) (part of the Prescription: Marriage series in collaboration with various authors)
46. High-Powered, Hot-Blooded (2009) (novella) (part of the broader Man of the Month series in collaboration with various authors)
47. The Best of Friends (2010)
48. Already Home (2011)
49. Shelter in a Soldier’s Arms (2014)
50. Spirit of the Wolf (2015)
51. Secrets of the Tulip Sisters (2017)
52. Baby, It’s Christmas & Hold Me, Cowboy (2017)
53. California Girls (2019)
54. The Summer of Sunshine and Margot (2019)
55. The Friendship List (2020)
56. The Vineyard at Painted Moon (2021)
57. Before Summer Ends (2021)
58. The Stepsisters (2021)
59. The Summer Getaway (2022)

Conclusion

Susan Mallery is one of the most prolific writers of our time, with hundreds of captivating books to explore. But this famous author is all about quality and quantity, and you’re bound to fall in love with her endearing characters and heartwarming tales of love, life, and romance.

Are you already a fan of Susan Mallery’s work? If so, what are your favorite books? Let me know in the comments below!