Book Series · 7 Books

Maya Angelou's Autobiography Books

In order from I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings to Mom & Me & Mom.

The Maya Angelou's Autobiography series is a set of 7 chapter books by Maya Angelou, published between 1969 and 2013. Written for ages 9–18, most books run about 220 pages. Subjects across the series include moving, family problems, and self-acceptance.

Singin' and Swingin' and Gettin' Merry Like Christmas

About the series

What's Maya Angelou's Autobiography About?

Seven autobiographical books in which Maya Angelou recounts her life from childhood through motherhood, artistic work, travel, and civil-rights activism.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1805

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1969

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

By Maya Angelou

A young girl faces abandonment and prejudice, seeking freedom through resilience and the power of words.

288 pages· 81,714 words· Est. 7.5 hour read

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Summary: In a small Southern town, Maya and her brother face abandonment and racial prejudice. After a traumatic event in St. Louis, Maya struggles with its lifelong impact. In San Francisco, she discovers self-love, kindness, and the transformative power of literature. Can Maya find freedom in a world that seeks to cage her spirit? This poignant memoir explores the resilience of a young girl navigating a world of pain and wonder.

The complete set

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1986

An African American in Ghana grapples with identity and belonging.

Series

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$1520

A Song Flung Up to Heaven

Chapter Book · 2002

A journey through grief and resilience amid civil rights turmoil.

Series

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$2660

Mom & Me & Mom

Chapter Book · 2013

A daughter reconciles with her estranged mother, uncovering a journey of healing and love.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Maya Angelou's Autobiography series?

There are 7 books in the Maya Angelou's Autobiography series. It began with I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings in 1969, and the newest book, Mom & Me & Mom, was published in 2013.