Lurlene McDaniel Books in Order

Lurlene McDaniel is a celebrated author of young adult fiction, renowned for her poignant and thought-provoking novels that delve into the complexities of chronic and terminal illnesses. With over 50 published works, her writing has captivated readers worldwide, exploring themes of hope, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. Her novels often focus on characters struggling with cancer, diabetes, and organ failure, providing a powerful platform for discussion and empathy. McDaniel's writing has had a profound impact on the literary landscape, earning her a special place in the hearts of readers and writers alike.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Lurlene McDaniel

  • #1
    Angels Watching Over Me(1996)
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  • #2
    Lifted Up by Angels(1997)
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  • #3
    Until Angels Close My Eyes(1998)
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  • #1
    Till Death Do Us Part(1997)
    Amazon
  • #2
    For Better, for Worse, Forever(1997)
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  • #1
    Time to Let Go(1990)
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  • #2
    Somewhere Between Life and Death(1990)
    Amazon
  • #3
    The End of Forever(2007)
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  • #1
    Goodbye Doesn't Mean Forever(1989)
    Amazon
  • #2
    Too Young to Die(1989)
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  • #3
    Always and Forever(2004)
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  • #1
    A Time to Die(1992)
    Amazon
  • #2
    Mourning Song(1992)
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  • #3
    Mother, Help Me Live(1992)
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  • #4
    Someone Dies, Someone Lives(1992)
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  • #5
    Sixteen and Dying(1992)
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  • #6
    Let Him Live(1993)
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  • #7
    Please Don't Die(1993)
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  • #8
    The Legacy: Making Wishes Come True(1993)
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  • #9
    She Died Too Young(1994)
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  • #10
    All the Days of Her Life(1994)
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  • #11
    A Season for Goodbye(1995)
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  • #12
    Reach for Tomorrow(1999)
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  • #1
    A Horse for Mandy(1981)
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  • #2
    Kickeroo(1981)
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  • #3
    Last Dance(1982)
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  • #4
    The Pony That Nobody Wanted(1982)
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  • #5
    What's it like to be a star?(1982)
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  • #6
    Sometimes Love Isn't Enough(1984)
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  • #7
    Will I Ever Dance Again?(1984)
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  • #8
    Where's the Horse for Me?(1984)
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  • #9
    The Secret Life of Steffie Martin(1985)
    Amazon
  • #10
    If I Should Die Before I Wake(1985)
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  • #11
    Eternal Flame(1985)
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  • #12
    Hold Fast the Dream(1985)
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  • #13
    Why Did She Have to Die?(1986)
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  • #14
    Love's Full Circle(1986)
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  • #15
    A Gift of Love(1987)
    Amazon
  • #16
    Head Over Heels(1987)
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  • #17
    More Than Just a Smart Girl(1987)
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  • #18
    Three's a Crowd(1987)
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  • #19
    Mother, Please Don't Die(1988)
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  • #20
    My Secret Boyfriend(1988)
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  • #21
    When Dreams Shatter(1988)
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  • #22
    Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep(1990)
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  • #23
    When Happily Ever After Ends(1992)
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  • #24
    Baby Alicia Is Dying(1993)
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  • #25
    Saving Jessica(1995)
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  • #26
    Don't Die, My Love(1995)
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  • #27
    I'll Be Seeing You(1996)
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  • #28
    The Girl Death Left Behind(1999)
    Amazon
  • #29
    Telling Christina Goodbye(2002)
    Amazon
  • #30
    A Rose for Melinda(2002)
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  • #31
    Garden of Angels(2003)
    Amazon
  • #32
    The Time Capsule(2003)
    Amazon
  • #33
    Letting Go of Lisa(2006)
    Amazon
  • #34
    Briana's Gift(2006)
    Amazon
  • #35
    Hit and Run(2007)
    Amazon
  • #36
    Prey(2008)
    Amazon
  • #37
    Breathless(2009)
    Amazon
  • #38
    Heart to Heart(2010)
    Amazon
  • #39
    Red Heart Tattoo(2012)
    Amazon
  • #40
    The Girl with the Broken Heart(2018)
    Amazon
  • #1
    The Year of Luminous Love(2013)
    Amazon
  • #2
    The Year of Chasing Dreams(2014)
    Amazon
  • #3
    Wishes and Dreams(2014)
    Amazon
  • #1
    Peanut Butter for Dinner Again?(1985)
    Amazon
  • #2
    Today Fifth Grade, Tomorrow the World (By: Candice Ransom)(1989)
    Amazon
  • #3
    Funniest Sixth Grade Video Ever (By: Candice Ransom)(1991)
    Amazon
  • #4
    Camp Pinetree Pals (By: Judy Baer)(1991)
    Amazon
  • #5
    Hocus-Pocus After School (By: Candice Ransom)(1996)
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About Lurlene McDaniel

Lurlene McDaniel is a celebrated author of young adult fiction, renowned for her poignant and thought-provoking novels that delve into the complexities of chronic and terminal illnesses. With over 50 published works, her writing has captivated readers worldwide, exploring themes of hope, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. Her novels often focus on characters struggling with cancer, diabetes, and organ failure, providing a powerful platform for discussion and empathy. McDaniel's writing has had a profound impact on the literary landscape, earning her a special place in the hearts of readers and writers alike.

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