#Reading Pathways

Reading Pathways is a regular Book Riot feature in which we suggest a three-book reading sequence for becoming acquainted with certain authors. Check out previous entries on Toni Morrison, Edith Wharton, John Steinbeck, and others.

Reading Pathways: Bill Bryson

Bill Bryson is the prolific author of many books on many subjects--so many books that we've put together this guide to getting into Bill Bryson books.

Reading Pathways: Harvey Pekar

Talking about where to get started reading the works of indie comics pioneer and "poet laureate of Cleveland" Harvey Pekar.

Reading Pathways: Meg Cabot Books

Read your way into Meg Cabot books with this handy reading pathway.

Your Complete Guide to Shirley Jackson Books and Stories

If you're wondering where to start with Shirley Jackson books and short stories, look no further! We have your FULL guide to this prolific author.

Where To Start With Alyssa Cole Books

Meet Alyssa Cole, a queen, a goddess and one of the greatest romance authors. This reading pathway will help you figure out where to start with her books.

Reading Pathways: Donna Tartt

Get into the works of Donna Tartt, author of THE SECRET HISTORY, THE GOLDFINCH, and more, with this handy reading order guide.

Reading Pathways: Where to Start With Colleen Hoover’s Books

Get acquainted with the romance and YA novels of a prolific and bestselling author with this reading pathway for Colleen Hoover books.

Reading Pathways: Paula Vogel

A reader and theatre lover shares three of their favorite Paula Vogel plays in honor of the playwright's HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE coming to Broadway.

The Best Jodi Picoult Books: 3 Reading Pathways

If you want a curated reading order for Jodi Picoult books, check out my three suggestions here to get started with her work. 

Reading Pathways: Joan Didion’s Nonfiction

From cultural and political criticism to conversations on grief, explore the nonfiction works of journalist and literary icon Joan Didion.