15 Book Series to Begin So You Don't Have to Worry About What to Read Next
August 21, 2025
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In theory, choosing what book to read next should be an easy task. You might text friends for suggestions, check Goodreads, or see what's available at your library before diving in. However, for me, the choice often feels overwhelming. With a towering TBR list hanging over my head, constant new releases vying for my attention, and the looming threat of a reading slump, the decision is anything but simple. Sometimes, what we indecisive individuals truly need is a book series to postpone the unavoidable choice. Sure, you’ll still need to pick a series to begin, but once that's done, you can read continuously without a second thought. Additionally, it allows you to immerse yourself even more into fantastical realms, deep character explorations, and charming romances. If you’re ready for a long reading journey, here are 15 book series to dive into.
Rachel Gillig
Book 1 of 2
Elspeth Spindle needs more than just luck to remain safe in the unsettling kingdom she calls home; she requires a monster. She names him the Nightmare, an ancient spirit residing in her mind. When Elspeth encounters a mysterious highwayman in the forest, she embarks on a perilous quest to free the kingdom from the dark magic afflicting it. Together, they must collect twelve Providence Cards—the keys to the cure—before Solstice. However, as the stakes rise and their undeniable chemistry deepens, Elspeth realizes that the Nightmare is gradually, and ominously, taking control of her mind.
Jessa Hastings
Book 1 of 5
Magnolia Parks and BJ Ballentine are destined to be together, and everyone is aware of it. She dates others to keep him at a distance, while he hooks up with other girls to spite her. Yet, at the end of the day, they always return to each other. However, their dysfunction is now catching up, unraveling their lives and straining the world they’ve created. As the fractures become apparent and secrets emerge, Magnolia and BJ are compelled to question: How many true loves can one experience in a lifetime?
Samantha Shannon
Book 1 of 5
In the year 2059, Paige Mahoney commands a prominent position in London’s criminal underbelly. As a dreamwalker, she possesses a rare and formidable form of clairvoyance. Under Scion law, merely existing is considered treasonous. When Paige is charged with murder, she encounters the enigmatic founders of Scion, who are interested in her extraordinary abilities. To survive and escape, Paige must utilize every skill she has and place her trust in someone who is meant to be her adversary.
Elena Ferrante
Book 1 of 4
Set in the 1950s in a neighborhood on the outskirts of Naples, Elena Ferrante’s four-volume saga spans nearly 60 years. Its central characters, the passionate and unforgettable Lila and the bookish narrator, Elena, navigate their journey into womanhood, marriage, motherhood, and leadership while maintaining a complex friendship. This first volume recounts Lila and Elena's fateful meeting as 10-year-olds and follows their educational and adolescent years.
Olivie Blake
Book 1 of 3
Each decade, the six most uniquely skilled magicians are selected for membership in the Alexandrian Society, the world’s leading secret organization. Those chosen will secure a life of power and prestige beyond their dreams. But at what price? Each of the six new recruits has their own motivations for accepting the Society's mysterious invitation. They will fight vigorously to gain entry to the Alexandrians—even if it means not everyone will survive the year.
Krista Ritchie & Becca Ritchie
Book 1 of 5
Rose Calloway believed she had it all figured out. At 23, she’s a Princeton grad, an Academic Bowl champion, a fashion designer, and the daughter of a Fortune 500 tycoon. When her fashion line faces a crisis, she devises an unconventional method to salvage it. To complicate matters, she enters into a relationship with her “godly” college rival, Connor Cobalt. Connor vows to support Rose both personally and professionally. However, breaking through this ice queen's defenses is a challenge that has baffled many.
V.E. Schwab
Book 1 of 3
Kell is one of the last Antari—magicians possessing the rare, sought-after ability to travel across parallel Londons. Serving the Maresh Empire, Kell traverses between the often bloody shifts in power occurring in one London. Unofficially, he acts as a smuggler, providing glimpses
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