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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: March 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Standalone series? Start with "Stress & the City" (2004) and follow publication order through all 6 books.
The complete Standalone reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order

Stress & the City
2004

Unbecoming Behavior
2004

If the Shoe Fits
2005

The Sharpest Edge
2006

Penelope Moonswoggle, The Girl Who Could Not Ride a Dragon
2011

Jingle This!
2004
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