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Jacqueline Wilson Books in Order

Explore Jacqueline Wilson books in order with short summaries, key series guides, and simple where to start recommendations for new readers.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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Jacqueline Wilson books in publication order

178 books

Rapunzel

by Jacqueline Wilson

1812

A fresh, child-friendly retelling of the Rapunzel fairy tale, focusing on a girl trapped in a tower and the courage it takes to escape. A classic story about freedom, trust, and finding your voice.

Hide And Seek

by Jacqueline Wilson

1972

An early Jacqueline Wilson story about a child who feels pushed to the edges, at home and at school. A game that starts as fun turns into a test of friendship, honesty, and how well people really know each other.

Ricky's Birthday

by Jacqueline Wilson

1973

Ricky is desperate for his birthday to be perfect, but family life has other plans. As the day unfolds, he learns what celebrations can’t fix, and what love can look like in the middle of disappointment.

Truth or Dare

by Jacqueline Wilson

1974

A party game spirals into something sharper when truths come out and dares go too far. This short teen story explores peer pressure, secrets, and the moment you realise a joke can hurt.

Let's Pretend

by Jacqueline Wilson

1976

A child uses pretending to cope with a world that feels unstable. As fantasy and reality blur, the story asks what happens when make-believe becomes the safest place to live.

Holiday with Guns

by Jacqueline Wilson

1977

A holiday meant to be relaxing turns tense when real danger enters the picture. This is a darker, teen-focused story about fear, trust, and how fast a situation can spin out of control.

Flight From The Islands Two Stories

by Jacqueline Wilson

1978

A pair of short stories set around journeys and sudden changes, where young characters have to adapt fast. These early tales focus on friendship, family, and the feeling of being far from home, in more ways than one.

Making Hate

by Jacqueline Wilson

1978

A teen gets pulled toward prejudice and group pressure, and has to face what that does to the people around them. A tough, direct story about how hate takes root, and how it can be challenged.

Snap

by Jacqueline Wilson

1978

A moment of anger changes everything, and a young narrator has to deal with the fallout at home and with friends. A sharp, character-driven story about regret, loyalty, and trying to put things back together.

Nobody's Perfect

by Jacqueline Wilson

1983

A young person who’s tired of being judged tries to prove they’re more than a label. With family tensions and school drama simmering, the story explores self-esteem, belonging, and what it means to be seen.

The Killer Tadpole

by Jacqueline Wilson

1984

A class pet becomes the center of a small mystery, and one child is determined to get to the bottom of it. A funny, fast story about school rumours, wild imagination, and the trouble you can cause with a single idea.

The Other Side

by Jacqueline Wilson

1984

Two children on opposite sides of a divide start to question what they’ve been told. As curiosity turns into connection, the story explores fear of the unknown, friendship, and the courage it takes to cross a line.

The School Trip

by Jacqueline Wilson

1984

A class trip promises freedom and fun, but it quickly becomes a pressure cooker of friends, rivals, and secrets. When things go wrong, a student has to choose between fitting in and doing the right thing.

How to Survive Summer Camp

by Jacqueline Wilson

1985

Summer camp sounds like an adventure until you’re stuck with strangers, strict rules, and homesickness. This story follows a child trying to fit in, find allies, and survive the week with their dignity intact.

Amber

by Jacqueline Wilson

1986

Amber feels like she’s always in the middle, between friends, between parents, or between who she is and who people expect. A warm, honest story about growing up, making mistakes, and wanting to matter.

The Monster In The Cupboard

by Jacqueline Wilson

1986

Something is hiding in the cupboard, and it’s not going to stay quiet. A fun, slightly spooky story for younger readers about fear, curiosity, and what happens when you finally open the door.

Supersleuth

by Jacqueline Wilson

1987

Teenager Stevie Day is convinced she can crack a real case, and she starts investigating before anyone can stop her. Her detective work brings laughs, danger, and a lesson about what clues can cost.

The Power of the Shade

by Jacqueline Wilson

1987

When a friendship turns sour, one girl discovers how quickly rumours and jealousy can spread. A tense teen story about power games, cruelty, and the small choices that decide whether you join in or speak up.

Waiting For The Sky To Fall

by Jacqueline Wilson

1987

A young narrator feels like disaster is always around the corner, at home, at school, and in the wider world. This is a thoughtful, teen-focused story about anxiety, uncertainty, and learning to hold on anyway.

Glubbslyme

by Jacqueline Wilson

1988

A strange jar of slime turns up, and it starts to behave like a pet, a monster, and a prank all at once. This is a funny, slightly spooky story about magic gone wrong and the chaos that follows.

Rat Race

by Jacqueline Wilson

1988

Stevie Day’s instincts tell her something is wrong, and she refuses to ignore it, even when everyone else wants a normal trip. A fast mystery full of close calls, stubborn courage, and Stevie’s trademark determination.

Vampire

by Jacqueline Wilson

1988

Stevie Day meets someone who seems fascinating, and also seriously troubled, and her curiosity pulls her into a dangerous situation. A darker mystery about risk, compassion, and the temptation to play hero.

Falling Apart

by Jacqueline Wilson

1989

A family starts to fracture, and a child watches the adults make choices that don’t make sense. A direct, emotional story about change, loyalty, and the fear that nothing will ever feel solid again.

Lonely Hearts

by Jacqueline Wilson

1989

Stevie Day thinks she’s spotted a scam, and she can’t resist digging deeper. What starts as snooping turns serious as she uncovers secrets, tests friendships, and learns that some adults are better at lying than kids expect.

The Left Outs

by Jacqueline Wilson

1989

A group of kids who are used to being ignored try to find their place, and their voice. A story about friendship, social rules, and what happens when the people on the sidelines decide they’re done waiting.

Crystal Gazing

by Jacqueline Wilson

1990

Vicky is still dealing with the fallout from her first brush with the supernatural, and now a crystal ball offers new clues and new danger. A spooky, funny sequel about curiosity, identity, and consequences.

Spirit Raising

by Jacqueline Wilson

1990

Fourteen-year-old Vicky holds a séance for fun, but something answers, and it isn’t just a trick. When a Victorian voice starts pushing through, Vicky has to fight for control of her own life.

Take a Good Look

by Jacqueline Wilson

1990

A young person becomes obsessed with appearances, and with what other people see when they look at you. A realistic story about self-image, pressure, and the relief of finding someone who sees past the surface.

This Girl

by Jacqueline Wilson

1990

A teen girl tries to reinvent herself, but old habits and other people’s opinions keep getting in the way. A sharp, sympathetic story about confidence, friendships that shift, and the gap between who you are and who you act like.

The Dream Palace

by Jacqueline Wilson

1991

A child escapes into an imagined world, a perfect palace where everything makes sense. But real life keeps breaking through, forcing them to face family problems and decide what’s fantasy, and what’s hope.

The Story of Tracy Beaker

by Jacqueline Wilson

1991

Tracy Beaker lives in a children’s home and dreams of the day her mum comes back for her. Loud, funny, and fiercely hopeful, she tells her story as she meets a writer who might change her life.

Vicky Angel

by Jacqueline Wilson

1991

After her best friend Jade dies, Vicky can’t let go, and Jade’s voice keeps turning up in her head. A moving story about grief, guilt, and the strange ways friendship can continue.

Mark Spark

by Jacqueline Wilson

1992

Mark is always getting into scrapes, even when he’s trying to be good. This short, funny story follows one of his misadventures as he tackles school troubles, misunderstandings, and the challenge of doing the right thing.

Mark Spark in the Dark

by Jacqueline Wilson

1992

Mark thinks he can handle anything, until the lights go out and his imagination takes over. A quick, humorous story about fears, bravery, and the surprising ways you can talk yourself into trouble.

The party in the lift

by Jacqueline Wilson

1992

A tiny space, a stuck lift, and a group of kids with nothing to do but talk. This short, fast story turns a small incident into a big, funny, uncomfortable look at secrets, nerves, and how people behave under pressure.

The Suitcase Kid

by Jacqueline Wilson

1992

Andy’s parents split up, and she feels like her whole life is packed into a suitcase as she shuttles between homes. A funny, honest story about divorce, new partners, and a kid trying to find somewhere that feels like hers.

The Werepuppy

by Jacqueline Wilson

1992

A boy finally gets the puppy he wants, but this pet comes with a weird surprise when the moon is full. A funny, slightly spooky story about secret-keeping, responsibility, and a dog who can’t stop causing chaos.

Video Rose

by Jacqueline Wilson

1992

Rose wants to be seen, and a video camera feels like a way to control her story. As filming starts to expose truths she didn’t expect, she has to decide what to share, what to hide, and who to trust.

Deep Blue

by Jacqueline Wilson

1993

A swim, a trip, or a day out becomes more complicated than it should be when fear and pride get involved. A short story about bravery, embarrassment, and the moment you realise you can’t always pretend you’re fine.

Come Back Teddy!

by Jacqueline Wilson

1994

When Teddy goes missing, Freddy can’t think about anything else. This short early-reader story follows the search, the panic, and the relief of getting your favourite thing back.

Elsa, Star of the Shelter!

by Jacqueline Wilson

1994

Elsa is a dog waiting in a shelter, and she needs someone to notice her. A warm story about caring for animals, finding the right match, and how a pet can change a family.

Freddy's Teddy

by Jacqueline Wilson

1994

Freddy loves his teddy more than anything, and he wants Teddy with him everywhere. A warm, simple early-reader story about comfort, friendship, and the small dramas of being little.

Teddy at the Fair

by Jacqueline Wilson

1994

Freddy takes his beloved teddy to the fair, and the big day brings excitement and a few worries. A gentle early-reader story about sticking together and coping when things don’t go exactly to plan.

Teddy Goes Swimming

by Jacqueline Wilson

1994

Freddy tries a swimming adventure with Teddy close by for courage. A gentle early-reader story about nerves, new experiences, and learning that you can do hard things, one step at a time.

The Bed and Breakfast Star

by Jacqueline Wilson

1994

When a family loses their home, they end up living in a bed and breakfast with other people in the same situation. A hopeful story about staying close, keeping dignity, and dreaming of a place that’s truly yours.

The Mum-Minder

by Jacqueline Wilson

1994

A child finds themselves looking after a parent who doesn’t always act like the adult. A story about mixed-up roles, loyalty, and the hard moment when you realise you can’t fix everything on your own.

Cliffhanger

by Jacqueline Wilson

1995

A day that starts normally turns into a terrifying trap, and a young narrator has to keep their head to survive. A tense, quick read designed to leave you breathless, and flipping pages fast.

Double Act

by Jacqueline Wilson

1995

Twins Ruby and Garnet have always been a team, until grief and a new life pull them in different directions. Funny and heartbreaking, this story follows their fights, their loyalty, and the love that keeps snapping them back together.

Jimmy Jelly

by Jacqueline Wilson

1995

Jimmy has a big imagination and an even bigger knack for getting into trouble. A short, comic story about school mishaps, embarrassing moments, and the difference between being noticed and being liked.

Love from Katy

by Jacqueline Wilson

1995

Katy has been through a life-changing accident, and now she’s learning how to live in a new way. This short companion story checks in on her world, her friendships, and the messages that help her keep going.

The Werepuppy on Holiday

by Jacqueline Wilson

1995

A holiday should mean fun, until you bring along a puppy with a full-moon problem. This sequel piles on the comic chaos as the family tries to relax while their pet’s secret threatens to explode.

Bad Girls

by Jacqueline Wilson

1996

Quiet Mandy is targeted by school bully Tanya, but an unlikely friendship starts to form between them. A sharp story about fear, bravery, and the complicated reasons kids act tough.

Connie and the Water Babies

by Jacqueline Wilson

1996

Connie would rather do anything than go near water, but school and family plans won’t let her avoid it forever. A funny, honest story about phobias, friendships, and learning you’re stronger than you think.

Mr. Cool

by Jacqueline Wilson

1996

A boy is determined to be cool, even if it means acting like someone he isn’t. A quick, funny story about image, embarrassment, and the relief of being yourself.

The Dinosaur's Packed Lunch

by Jacqueline Wilson

1996

A small dinosaur shows up with a packed lunch, and nothing goes quite the way you’d expect. A playful picture-book style story full of silly surprises and the kind of humour kids love to repeat.

Girls in Love

by Jacqueline Wilson

1997

Ellie, Magda, and Nadine are best friends, and suddenly boys, crushes, and confidence are taking over their lives. A funny, frank teen story about first love, friendship loyalty, and the pressure to grow up fast.

The Lottie Project

by Jacqueline Wilson

1997

Charlie’s school project forces her to recreate a Victorian girl’s life, and it starts to echo her own problems at home and at school. A warm, thoughtful story about art, bullying, and the power of seeing someone clearly.

The Monster Story-Teller

by Jacqueline Wilson

1997

A monster who loves stories shows up, and suddenly bedtime is a lot more exciting. A playful, slightly spooky tale about imagination, fear, and the comfort of a good story at the right moment.

Girls Under Pressure

by Jacqueline Wilson

1998

As the girls get older, body image and eating worries creep into everyday life, and friendship starts to fray. A blunt, compassionate story about self-esteem, control, and how hard it can be to ask for help.

Twin Trouble

by Jacqueline Wilson

1998

Twins can be best friends and worst enemies at the same time, especially when a new friendship upsets the balance. A realistic story about jealousy, loyalty, and the chaos that comes with being treated like a pair.

Whispers on the Wind

by Jacqueline Wilson

1998

Donna daydreams constantly, and stories keep forming in her head wherever she goes. This early novel follows her as imagination collides with real life, and she learns what it means to turn ideas into something true.

Buried Alive!

by Jacqueline Wilson

1999

A frightening accident leaves a child trapped and fighting panic, time, and their own thoughts. A short, high-tension story that turns a worst fear into a page-turning survival test.

Girls Out Late

by Jacqueline Wilson

1999

The girls are pushing for more freedom, more romance, and more excitement, and it all comes with consequences. A lively teen story about parties, parents, risky choices, and the friendships that have to take the hit.

The Illustrated Mum

by Jacqueline Wilson

1999

Dolphin and Star adore their tattooed mum, Marigold, but her moods can be unpredictable and their home life can spin out of control. A moving, funny story about love, instability, and the hard choices children shouldn’t have to make.

The Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2000

by Jacqueline Wilson

1999

A dated diary for the year 2000, with space to plan, write, and doodle, plus quizzes and prompts in Jacqueline Wilson style. A fun way to keep track of days, secrets, and daydreams.

Lizzie Zipmouth

by Jacqueline Wilson

2000

Lizzie suddenly stops talking, and the people around her don’t know why. Told with humour and honesty, this story follows her as she finds a way to speak up again, on her own terms.

The Dare Game

by Jacqueline Wilson

2000

Three girls from a children’s home go on holiday with a kind carer, and a dare turns into a hunt for answers about their pasts. A funny, emotional story about trust, family, and how hope can hurt.

Dustbin Baby

by Jacqueline Wilson

2001

April was found as a newborn in a dustbin, and she can’t stop wondering why. On her fourteenth birthday she searches for the people from her past, and uncovers a story that’s painful, messy, and real.

Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2002

by Jacqueline Wilson

2001

A diary for 2002 with plenty of room for daily notes, lists, and drawings, along with playful prompts and activities. Made for fans who want to turn everyday life into a personal story.

My Brother Bernadette

by Jacqueline Wilson

2001

Sara is fed up with her brother acting like he’s the star of the family, especially when he starts insisting he’s a girl called Bernadette. A funny, tender story about identity, attention, and learning to listen.

Sleepovers

by Jacqueline Wilson

2001

Daisy and her new group of friends start having sleepovers, and each night reveals a different home life, and a different set of worries. A warm, funny story about friendship, secrets, and learning what other people carry.

The Cat Mummy

by Jacqueline Wilson

2001

When a spooky cat appears, it sparks a chain of strange events and even stranger stories. A short, eerie tale that mixes humour with a shiver, perfect for readers who like a gentle scare.

Twin Tales

by Jacqueline Wilson

2001

Two twin-themed Jacqueline Wilson stories collected together, full of mix-ups, rivalry, and fierce loyalty. A great way to read Twin Trouble and Connie and the Water Babies in one volume.

Girls in Tears

by Jacqueline Wilson

2002

The girls are older now, and love, grief, and mental health are pushing them to their limits. A raw, funny, and sometimes heartbreaking conclusion to the teen series about friendship, and what it takes to keep going.

The Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2003

by Jacqueline Wilson

2002

A 2003 diary packed with writing space, questions, and little extras to make planning feel like play. Ideal for recording school days, friendships, and whatever you’re daydreaming about.

The Worry Website

by Jacqueline Wilson

2002

A mysterious website invites kids to post their worries, and soon it starts answering back. As secrets spill out, a group of children learn that sharing can help, but it can also drag you into trouble.

Best Friends

by Jacqueline Wilson

2003

Gemma and Alice have been best friends forever, until class and family differences start to get in the way. A sharp story about loyalty, jealousy, and the painful moment you realise friendship can change.

Lola Rose

by Jacqueline Wilson

2003

Jayni changes her name to Lola Rose when her family has to run from a violent father. Starting over isn’t simple, especially with siblings to protect and secrets to keep. A hopeful story about survival and reinventing yourself.

Eating Words for Breakfast

by Jacqueline Wilson

2004

A playful book that celebrates words, reading, and writing, with bite-sized pieces you can dip into. Expect short texts, prompts, and fun language games that make stories feel like something you can build yourself.

Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2004

by Jacqueline Wilson

2004

A dated diary for 2004, combining calendar pages with quizzes, prompts, and space for your own writing. A practical, fun companion for keeping secrets and tracking the year.

Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2005

by Jacqueline Wilson

2004

A 2005 diary with room to plan your weeks and jot down thoughts, plus creative prompts and mini activities. Designed for kids who like their diaries to feel like storybooks.

The Diamond Girls

by Jacqueline Wilson

2004

Four sisters share one cramped flat and a lot of big opinions, and their mum is doing her best to hold things together. A funny, chaotic story about family loyalty, money worries, and what it means to be on the same side.

Clean Break

by Jacqueline Wilson

2005

When her parents split up, a girl is sure she can engineer a reunion, if she plans hard enough. A road-trip style story about denial, anger, and the moment you realise you can’t control other people’s choices.

Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2006

by Jacqueline Wilson

2005

A 2006 diary with calendar pages, writing space, and extra prompts to help you capture everyday moments. A cheerful mix of practical planning and creative journaling.

Jacqueline Wilson Quiz Book

by Jacqueline Wilson

2005

A quiz book full of Jacqueline Wilson themed questions, puzzles, and fun challenges. Great for testing your memory of favourite stories, or just passing time with quick games.

Kids' Night In

by Jacqueline Wilson

2005

A collection designed for dipping in and out, with short stories, fun pieces, and plenty of Wilson-style everyday drama. Ideal for readers who like quick reads with humour and heart.

Love Lessons

by Jacqueline Wilson

2005

Prue feels lonely and overlooked, and then she falls hard for someone who isn’t a safe choice. A tender, honest story about first love, boundaries, and the difference between attention and real care.

Candyfloss

by Jacqueline Wilson

2006

Floss has to choose between living with her mum in comfort or with her dad at a seaside funfair. It’s not a simple decision. A warm story about loyalty, class differences, and finding where you belong.

Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2007

by Jacqueline Wilson

2006

A diary for 2007 with space for appointments, secrets, and doodles, plus quizzes and writing prompts. Made to be used, scribbled in, and personalised all year.

Kiss

by Jacqueline Wilson

2006

A teenage crush turns intense, and a girl has to work out what she really wants, and what she’s willing to risk. A frank, emotionally sharp story about boundaries, pressure, and learning to trust your instincts.

Midnight

by Jacqueline Wilson

2006

A girl who feels out of place tries to make sense of her family, her friends, and her own changing emotions. A thoughtful story about growing up, the stories you tell yourself, and what it takes to feel safe.

Starring Tracy Beaker

by Jacqueline Wilson

2006

Tracy is settling into a new kind of family life, but she still can’t resist stirring things up. With school, friendships, and big feelings colliding, she tries to prove she’s in control, even when she isn’t.

Three for Tea

by Jacqueline Wilson

2006

Three short Jacqueline Wilson stories, each focused on a child dealing with a different tangle of family and friendship. Quick to read, but full of the small details that make her characters feel real.

Jacky Daydream

by Jacqueline Wilson

2007

Jacqueline Wilson looks back at her childhood, from daydreams and notebooks to school memories and early writing ambitions. A warm, funny autobiography about growing up, feeling different, and finding stories everywhere.

Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2008

by Jacqueline Wilson

2007

A 2008 diary with calendar pages, prompts, and space to write whatever’s on your mind. A practical planner with a playful, story-friendly feel.

Jacqueline Wilson Journal

by Jacqueline Wilson

2007

A guided journal inspired by Jacqueline Wilson’s books, with prompts, questions, and space for your own writing and doodles. Made for readers who want to capture thoughts, stories, and secrets on the page.

The Longest Whale Song

by Jacqueline Wilson

2007

A girl becomes fascinated by whales, and the mystery of their calls mirrors her own feelings about family and distance. A gentle story about nature, empathy, and learning to hear what isn’t being said.

Totally Cool School Diary 2007/8

by Jacqueline Wilson

2007

A school-year diary for 2007/8, with timetable space, planning pages, and fun extras. Ideal for organising homework and clubs while also writing down friend drama and day-to-day memories.

Totally Jacqueline Wilson

by Jacqueline Wilson

2007

A collection that gathers favourite extracts and stories from across Jacqueline Wilson’s books. A good sampler if you want a taste of different characters, tones, and themes in one place.

Cookie

by Jacqueline Wilson

2008

Beauty-obsessed and hungry for approval, Cookie tries to be perfect for her glamorous mum, until she can’t keep up the act. A sharp story about food, image, and learning what real love looks like.

Where to start with Jacqueline Wilson

If you want her most iconic character: The Story of Tracy BeakerStarring Tracy BeakerWe Are the Beaker Girls
If you like historical adventures: Hetty FeatherSapphire BatterseaEmerald StarDiamond
If you want family stories with big feelings: The Suitcase KidDustbin BabyLola Rose
If you’re after teen friendship drama: Girls in LoveGirls Under PressureGirls Out LateGirls in TearsThink Again
If you want something shorter and funny: The WerepuppyMark SparkSleepovers

Biscuit Barrel books in order

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  1. Book cover for "Cliffhanger"

    Cliffhanger

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1995Biscuit Barrel, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Buried Alive!"

    Buried Alive!

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1999Biscuit Barrel, Book 2

Biscuit Barrel books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "Cliffhanger"

    Cliffhanger

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1995Biscuit Barrel, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Buried Alive!"

    Buried Alive!

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1999Biscuit Barrel, Book 2

Freddy's Teddy books in order

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  1. Book cover for "Come Back Teddy!"

    Come Back Teddy!

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 3
  2. Book cover for "Freddy's Teddy"

    Freddy's Teddy

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Teddy at the Fair"

    Teddy at the Fair

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 1
  4. Book cover for "Teddy Goes Swimming"

    Teddy Goes Swimming

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 4

Freddy's Teddy books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "Teddy at the Fair"

    Teddy at the Fair

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Freddy's Teddy"

    Freddy's Teddy

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Come Back Teddy!"

    Come Back Teddy!

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 3
  4. Book cover for "Teddy Goes Swimming"

    Teddy Goes Swimming

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994Freddy's Teddy, Book 4

Girls books in order

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  1. Book cover for "Girls in Love"

    Girls in Love

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1997Girls, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Girls Under Pressure"

    Girls Under Pressure

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1998Girls, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Girls Out Late"

    Girls Out Late

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1999Girls, Book 3
  4. Book cover for "Girls in Tears"

    Girls in Tears

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2002Girls, Book 4

Girls books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "Girls in Love"

    Girls in Love

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1997Girls, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Girls Under Pressure"

    Girls Under Pressure

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1998Girls, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Girls Out Late"

    Girls Out Late

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1999Girls, Book 3
  4. Book cover for "Girls in Tears"

    Girls in Tears

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2002Girls, Book 4

Illustrated Mum books in order

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  1. Book cover for "The Illustrated Mum"

    The Illustrated Mum

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1999Illustrated Mum, Book 1

Illustrated Mum books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "The Illustrated Mum"

    The Illustrated Mum

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1999Illustrated Mum, Book 1

Is There Anybody There? books in order

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  1. Book cover for "Crystal Gazing"

    Crystal Gazing

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1990Is There Anybody There?, Book 2
  2. Book cover for "Spirit Raising"

    Spirit Raising

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1990Is There Anybody There?, Book 1

Is There Anybody There? books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "Spirit Raising"

    Spirit Raising

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1990Is There Anybody There?, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Crystal Gazing"

    Crystal Gazing

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1990Is There Anybody There?, Book 2

Mark Spark books in order

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  1. Book cover for "Mark Spark"

    Mark Spark

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992Mark Spark, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Mark Spark in the Dark"

    Mark Spark in the Dark

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992Mark Spark, Book 2

Mark Spark books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "Mark Spark"

    Mark Spark

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992Mark Spark, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Mark Spark in the Dark"

    Mark Spark in the Dark

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992Mark Spark, Book 2

Sleepovers books in order

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    Sleepovers

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001Sleepovers, Book 1

Sleepovers books in chronological order

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    Sleepovers

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001Sleepovers, Book 1

Stevie Day books in order

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  1. Book cover for "Supersleuth"

    Supersleuth

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1987Stevie Day, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Rat Race"

    Rat Race

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1988Stevie Day, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Vampire"

    Vampire

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1988Stevie Day, Book 3
  4. Book cover for "Lonely Hearts"

    Lonely Hearts

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1989Stevie Day, Book 4

Stevie Day books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "Supersleuth"

    Supersleuth

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1987Stevie Day, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "Rat Race"

    Rat Race

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1988Stevie Day, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Vampire"

    Vampire

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1988Stevie Day, Book 3
  4. Book cover for "Lonely Hearts"

    Lonely Hearts

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1989Stevie Day, Book 4

Tracy Beaker books in order

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  1. Book cover for "The Story of Tracy Beaker"

    The Story of Tracy Beaker

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1991Tracy Beaker, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "The Dare Game"

    The Dare Game

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2000Tracy Beaker, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Starring Tracy Beaker"

    Starring Tracy Beaker

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2006Tracy Beaker, Book 3

Tracy Beaker books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "The Story of Tracy Beaker"

    The Story of Tracy Beaker

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1991Tracy Beaker, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "The Dare Game"

    The Dare Game

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2000Tracy Beaker, Book 2
  3. Book cover for "Starring Tracy Beaker"

    Starring Tracy Beaker

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2006Tracy Beaker, Book 3

Twin Tales books in order

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  1. Book cover for "Twin Tales"

    Twin Tales

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001Twin Tales, Book 1

Twin Tales books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "Twin Tales"

    Twin Tales

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001Twin Tales, Book 1

Werepuppy books in order

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  1. Book cover for "The Werepuppy"

    The Werepuppy

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992Werepuppy, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "The Werepuppy on Holiday"

    The Werepuppy on Holiday

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1995Werepuppy, Book 2

Werepuppy books in chronological order

  1. Book cover for "The Werepuppy"

    The Werepuppy

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992Werepuppy, Book 1
  2. Book cover for "The Werepuppy on Holiday"

    The Werepuppy on Holiday

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1995Werepuppy, Book 2

Jacqueline Wilson collections, short stories, and related book types

Short Story Collections

  1. Book cover for "The Worry Website"

    The Worry Website

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2002
  2. Book cover for "Eating Words for Breakfast"

    Eating Words for Breakfast

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2004
  3. Book cover for "Totally Jacqueline Wilson"

    Totally Jacqueline Wilson

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2007

Chapter Books

  1. Book cover for "Rapunzel"

    Rapunzel

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1812
  2. Book cover for "Glubbslyme"

    Glubbslyme

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1988
  3. Book cover for "Jimmy Jelly"

    Jimmy Jelly

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1995
  4. Book cover for "Connie and the Water Babies"

    Connie and the Water Babies

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1996
  5. Book cover for "Mr. Cool"

    Mr. Cool

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1996
  6. Book cover for "My Brother Bernadette"

    My Brother Bernadette

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001

Non-Fiction

  1. Book cover for "The Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2000"

    The Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2000

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1999
  2. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2002"

    Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2002

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001
  3. Book cover for "The Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2003"

    The Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2003

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2002
  4. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2004"

    Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2004

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2004
  5. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2005"

    Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2005

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2004
  6. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Quiz Book"

    Jacqueline Wilson Quiz Book

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2005
  7. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2006"

    Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2006

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2005
  8. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2007"

    Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2007

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2006
  9. Book cover for "Totally Cool School Diary 2007/8"

    Totally Cool School Diary 2007/8

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2007
  10. Book cover for "Jacky Daydream"

    Jacky Daydream

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2007
  11. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Journal"

    Jacqueline Wilson Journal

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2007
  12. Book cover for "Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2008"

    Jacqueline Wilson Diary 2008

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2007

Standalone Jacqueline Wilson books

  1. Book cover for "Hide And Seek"

    Hide And Seek

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1972
  2. Book cover for "Ricky's Birthday"

    Ricky's Birthday

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1973
  3. Book cover for "Truth or Dare"

    Truth or Dare

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1974
  4. Book cover for "Let's Pretend"

    Let's Pretend

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1976
  5. Book cover for "Holiday with Guns"

    Holiday with Guns

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1977
  6. Book cover for "Flight From The Islands Two Stories"

    Flight From The Islands Two Stories

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1978
  7. Book cover for "Making Hate"

    Making Hate

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1978
  8. Book cover for "Snap"

    Snap

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1978
  9. Book cover for "Nobody's Perfect"

    Nobody's Perfect

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1983
  10. Book cover for "The Killer Tadpole"

    The Killer Tadpole

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1984
  11. Book cover for "The Other Side"

    The Other Side

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1984
  12. Book cover for "The School Trip"

    The School Trip

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1984
  13. Book cover for "How to Survive Summer Camp"

    How to Survive Summer Camp

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1985
  14. Book cover for "Amber"

    Amber

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1986
  15. Book cover for "The Monster In The Cupboard"

    The Monster In The Cupboard

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1986
  16. Book cover for "The Power of the Shade"

    The Power of the Shade

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1987
  17. Book cover for "Waiting For The Sky To Fall"

    Waiting For The Sky To Fall

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1987
  18. Book cover for "Falling Apart"

    Falling Apart

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1989
  19. Book cover for "The Left Outs"

    The Left Outs

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1989
  20. Book cover for "Take a Good Look"

    Take a Good Look

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1990
  21. Book cover for "This Girl"

    This Girl

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1990
  22. Book cover for "The Dream Palace"

    The Dream Palace

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1991
  23. Book cover for "Vicky Angel"

    Vicky Angel

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1991
  24. Book cover for "The party in the lift"

    The party in the lift

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992
  25. Book cover for "The Suitcase Kid"

    The Suitcase Kid

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992
  26. Book cover for "Video Rose"

    Video Rose

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1992
  27. Book cover for "Deep Blue"

    Deep Blue

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1993
  28. Book cover for "Elsa, Star of the Shelter!"

    Elsa, Star of the Shelter!

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994
  29. Book cover for "The Bed and Breakfast Star"

    The Bed and Breakfast Star

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994
  30. Book cover for "The Mum-Minder"

    The Mum-Minder

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1994
  31. Book cover for "Double Act"

    Double Act

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1995
  32. Book cover for "Love from Katy"

    Love from Katy

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1995
  33. Book cover for "Bad Girls"

    Bad Girls

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1996
  34. Book cover for "The Dinosaur's Packed Lunch"

    The Dinosaur's Packed Lunch

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1996
  35. Book cover for "The Lottie Project"

    The Lottie Project

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1997
  36. Book cover for "The Monster Story-Teller"

    The Monster Story-Teller

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1997
  37. Book cover for "Twin Trouble"

    Twin Trouble

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1998
  38. Book cover for "Whispers on the Wind"

    Whispers on the Wind

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    1998
  39. Book cover for "Lizzie Zipmouth"

    Lizzie Zipmouth

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2000
  40. Book cover for "Dustbin Baby"

    Dustbin Baby

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001
  41. Book cover for "The Cat Mummy"

    The Cat Mummy

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2001
  42. Book cover for "Best Friends"

    Best Friends

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2003
  43. Book cover for "Lola Rose"

    Lola Rose

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2003
  44. Book cover for "The Diamond Girls"

    The Diamond Girls

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2004
  45. Book cover for "Clean Break"

    Clean Break

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2005
  46. Book cover for "Kids' Night In"

    Kids' Night In

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2005
  47. Book cover for "Love Lessons"

    Love Lessons

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2005
  48. Book cover for "Candyfloss"

    Candyfloss

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2006
  49. Book cover for "Kiss"

    Kiss

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2006
  50. Book cover for "Midnight"

    Midnight

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2006
  51. Book cover for "Three for Tea"

    Three for Tea

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2006
  52. Book cover for "The Longest Whale Song"

    The Longest Whale Song

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2007
  53. Book cover for "Cookie"

    Cookie

    by Jacqueline Wilson

    2008

Author bio

Jacqueline Wilson was born on 17 December 1945 in Bath, England, and she grew up in Kingston upon Thames. From the start, she was the kind of kid who watched the everyday world and turned it into stories.

As a child she filled notebook after notebook, and she was so deep in her imagination that classmates nicknamed her “Jacky Daydream”. She’s talked about loving classic family stories and school stories when she was young, and that mix, big feelings plus sharp observation, still sits at the heart of her books.

Wilson left school at 16, trained in secretarial work, and then found her way into publishing. As a teenager she worked for a company that produced magazines, including the girls’ magazine Jackie, and writing became part of her working life, not just a hobby. Before she was known for middle grade fiction, she tried different lanes, including writing crime novels, while steadily building up her confidence and craft.

By the time she wrote The Story of Tracy Beaker, she’d already published a lot of books, but that one changed everything. Tracy’s voice, funny, spiky, and painfully honest, brought a new kind of realism to popular children’s fiction, and it helped Wilson find the style she’s best loved for.

Tracy is the book a lot of readers meet first, and they don’t forget her.

That voice shows up in plenty of her best-known stories. In The Suitcase Kid she tackles the practical, exhausting reality of being shuttled between parents. In Dustbin Baby she follows a girl who can’t stop wondering where she came from. In Double Act and Bad Girls she takes sibling dynamics and school drama seriously, without ever forgetting to be witty. She also writes about the things adults sometimes try to tidy away, mental health, money worries, unstable homes, first crushes, eating worries, and the ache of wanting to belong. The point is never to preach. It’s to let kids feel seen, even when life is messy.

Alongside standalones, Wilson has built worlds readers stay in for years. The Tracy Beaker books follow Tracy from childhood into a different kind of family, and the Hetty Feather novels bring the same emotional honesty to Victorian settings. She was Children’s Laureate from 2005 to 2007, received an OBE in 2002, and was made a Dame in 2008, later receiving a further honour in 2025.

Her personal life has had big chapters too. She married Millar Wilson in 1965 and they had a daughter, Emma, and the marriage ended in divorce in 2004. She has been with her partner, Trish Beswick, since the early 2000s, and she has said publicly that she is gay. After many years based in southwest London, she later moved to the countryside in East Sussex.

Wilson has also been open about serious health problems, including heart failure in 2008 and later kidney disease that led to dialysis and a transplant. Even through that, she kept writing, and kept writing for children.

She still writes with the stubborn focus of a daydreaming kid.

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