
Emily Henry is one of the most celebrated authors in contemporary literature, offering stories that are heartwarming and often uplifting. Get to know this fantastic author better through her must-read books: from romances set in a beach town to haunting tales of mental illness. If you’re interested in reading Emily Henry’s books, we have a list of three must-read books and a list of all her books in order.
But first, who is Emily Henry?
Emily Henry is a New York Times bestselling author who, according to her website, “lives and writes in Cincinnati and the part of Kentucky just beneath it.”
You can learn more about Emily Henry in our fun author feature here.
What kind of books does Emily Henry write?
Emily Henry writes contemporary romance novels for adults, and previously she wrote young adult novels that blend mystery, romance, and fantasy.
Why is Emily Henry so popular?
Emily Henry is popular because her books are so much more than just romance. They are infused with comedy and lots of witty banter that will have you laughing out loud. Her characters are often off on some fun adventure, which fuels the escapism her novels often provide. Plus she also places emphasis on the power of love, friendships, and family.
Which Emily Henry book came first?
Emily Henry’s first published book is a young adult novel entitled ““he Love that Split the World,” released in 2016. This book has been described as Friday Night Lights meets The Time Traveler’s Wife that perfectly captures those bittersweet months after high school, when we dream not only of the future but of all the roads and paths we’ve left untaken.
Emily Henry’s adult debut novel is entitled “Beach Read,” which was published in 2020. This book tells the story of a romance writer who no longer believes in love and a literary writer stuck in a rut engage in a summer-long challenge that may just upend everything they believe about happily ever afters.

People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry
With only one week to win back the best friend whom she might be in love with and whom she hasn’t spoken to since a disastrous trip two summers ago, a travel writer plans the trip of a lifetime to Palm Springs in hopes that she will fix everything.

Beach Read by Emily Henry
A romance writer who no longer believes in love and a literary writer stuck in a rut engage in a summer-long challenge that may just upend everything they believe about happily ever afters.
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Is Beach Read spicy? Is Beach Read steamy?
Beach read is an open-door romance novel. Yes, there are spicy and steamy scenes, and the sex scenes are explicit. It’s a slow-burn novel getting to the spicy and steamy scenes.

Emily Henry Books in Order
- 2016: The Love That Split the World by Emily Henry (Amazon)
- 2017: A Million Junes by Emily Henry (Amazon or Bookshop)
- 2019: When the Sky Fell on Splendor by Emily Henry (Amazon)
- 2019: Hello Girls by Brittany Cavallaro and Emily Henry (Amazon or Bookshop)
- 2020: Beach Read by Emily Henry (Amazon or Bookshop)
- 2021: People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry (Amazon or Bookshop)
- 2022: Book Lovers by Emily Henry (Amazon or Bookshop)
- 2023: Happy Place by Emily Henry (Amazon or Bookshop)

In what order should I read Emily Henry books?
Whether you’re looking for a fun vacation read or a blend of mystery, romance, and fantasy to get lost in on a rainy day, she has something perfect.
If you’re looking to explore the world of Emily Henry books, then you might be wondering what order to start in. Lucky for you, it’s easy – all of her books are stand-alone novels and can be read independently.
Emily Henry’s first three books are young adult novels. They are beautifully written, high-energy books that blend mystery, romance, and fantasy.
Her adult novels are contemporary romance novels that are so much more than just romance. They are infused with comedy and lots of witty banter that will have you laughing out loud. Her characters are often off on some fun adventure, which fuels the escapism her novels often provide. Plus, she also places emphasis on the power of love, friendships, and family.
So feel free to start wherever looks most intriguing – I know I did! From there, why not explore them all? They will make your day brighter and your night warmer and leave a smile on your face. It’s great having Emily Henry books around whenever I need a bit of escapism.
What do you think about these Emily Henry books?
Have you read any books by Emily Henry? Are any of these books or her other works on your TBR? What book by Emily Henry is your favorite? What Emily Henry books would you add to this list? Let us know in the comments below.

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