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Standalone Novels

by James McBride

5 books Started 2002 Latest 2023
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The Standalone Novels is a Historical Fiction / Literary Fiction series by James McBride, made up of 5 books published between 2002 and 2023. It begins with Miracle at St. Anna (2002), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store (2023), spanning 21 years of storytelling.

5books
21years active
3decades
~5.3yrs between books
2023latest release

Standalone Novels series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Standalone Novels series?

Start with Miracle at St. Anna (2002), the first book in the Standalone Novels series by James McBride. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Standalone Novels series?

There are 5 books in the Standalone Novels series by James McBride, published between 2002 and 2023.

What is the first book in the Standalone Novels series?

The first book in the Standalone Novels series is Miracle at St. Anna, published in 2002 by James McBride.

What is the latest book in the Standalone Novels series?

The most recent book in the Standalone Novels series is The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store (2023) by James McBride.

James McBride is a National Book Award-winning author and journalist whose powerful novels explore American history through the lens of race, family, and identity. His work bridges memoir and fiction, creating deeply human stories that resonate with contemporary relevance while honoring historical truth.

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