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Ramona Quimby Books in Order

8 books from Beezus and Ramona (1955) to Ramona's World (1999). Rated 4.5 across 1,722 listener reviews.

Reading order

  1. Beezus and Ramona

    Book 1 1955 4.5 (342)

    Newbery Award winner Beverly Cleary delivers a humorous portrayal of the ups and downs of sisterhood. Both the younger and older siblings of the family will enjoy this book.

  2. Ramona the Pest

    Book 2 1968 4.6 (377)

    Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary expertly depicts the trials and triumphs of growing up through a relatable heroine who isn't afraid to be exactly who she is. Ramona Quimby is excited to start kindergarten.

  3. Ramona the Brave

    Book 3 1975 4.6 (185)

    Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary lovingly chronicles the ups and downs of elementary school woes. This is perfect for fans of Clementine.

  4. Ramona and Her Father

    Book 4 1977 4.5 (118)

    Beverly Cleary's Newbery Honor Book depicts an average middle-class family dealing with the realities of life. With the perfect mix of humor and warmth, Ramona Quimby shines as a spirited girl with her heart set on helping.

  5. Ramona and Her Mother

    Book 5 1979 4.6 (143)

    This warm-hearted story of a mother's love for her spirited young daughter is told beautifully by Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary. Ramona Quimby is no longer seven, but not quite eight.

  6. Ramona Quimby, Age 8

    Book 6 1981 4.4 (287)

    In this edition of the Newbery Honor Book Ramona Quimby, Age 8, the timeless classic features a special foreword written by actress, producer, and author Amy Poehler, as well as an exclusive interview with Beverly Cleary herself.

  7. Ramona Forever

    Book 7 1927 4.6 (124)

    Newbery Medal winner Beverly Cleary continues to amuse readers with her wonderful, blunderful Ramona Quimby! Life can move pretty fast—especially when you're in the third grade, your teenage sister's moods drive you crazy, and your mom has…

  8. Ramona's World

    Book 8 1999 4.7 (146)

    Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary's final book in the Ramona series has all of the warmth, realism, and humor of its predecessors. Ramona Quimby can't wait to start fourth grade.

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About this reading order

Books are listed in the series' own numbering, which for Ramona Quimby is also the best order to read them in. Years are first publication where we could confirm it, and otherwise the first audiobook release.