Standalone Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Standalone books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Swan
Buy on Amazon2002
Women in Sunlight
Buy on Amazon2018
A Great Marriage
Buy on Amazon2024
Sunday in Another Country
Buy on Amazon1977
January 6, Quarter of Four
Buy on Amazon1978
After Such Pleasures
Buy on Amazon1979
The Arts of Fire
Buy on Amazon1982
Gold Over Blue
Buy on Amazon1984
Hours
Buy on Amazon1984
The Book of Summer
Buy on Amazon1995
Ex Voto
Buy on Amazon1995
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Standalone series is publication order: 1. Swan (2002), 2. Women in Sunlight (2018), 3. A Great Marriage (2024), 4. Sunday in Another Country (1977), 5. January 6, Quarter of Four (1978), and 6 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Standalone series by Frances Mayes contains 11 books. The series began in 2002 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Standalone series is written by Frances Mayes. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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