Book Series · 24 Books

Mallory McDonald Books

In order from Mallory on the Move to Mallory McDonald, Super Sitter.

In Business with Mallory
Mallory Vs. Max
Back to School, Mallory
Mallory on the Move
Happy Birthday, Mallory!
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Mallory on the Move
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$858
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2004

Mallory on the Move

By Laurie Friedman, Tamara Schmitz (Illustrator)

A young girl must choose between her old best friend and a new one after moving to a new neighborhood.

160 pages· 15,703 words· Est. 2 hour read
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In reading order

Mallory McDonald Series

24 books · Published 1982–2018

#5
#5 in Series
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$674

In Business with Mallory

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1982

A young girl starts a business to buy a purse, but success feels like failure.

#3

Mallory Vs. Max

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2004

An unwanted puppy steals the spotlight, leaving Mallory feeling sidelined. Can she reclaim her place in the family?

#2

Back to School, Mallory

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2004

New school, new challenges. Can Mallory find her place?

#1

Mallory on the Move

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2004

A young girl must choose between her old best friend and a new one after moving to a new neighborhood.

#4
Sale price
$674

Happy Birthday, Mallory!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2005

A nine-year-old's birthday month spirals into chaos.

#7
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$674

Mallory on Board

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2006

Feeling left out on a cruise, can she find happiness for her friends?

#6
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$674

Heart to Heart with Mallory

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2006

A secret admirer, a potential family merger, and a diary full of questions. Can Mallory navigate the chaos of love and friendship?

#8
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$759

Honestly, Mallory!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2007

Mallory's lie spirals out of control on Career Day. Can she fix it?

#10
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$759

Step Fourth, Mallory!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2008

Mallory's perfect school year unravels with a crush and a teacher clash.

#9

Campfire Mallory

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2008

Camp turns challenging for Mallory. Can she find happiness?

#11
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$759

Red, White & True Blue Mallory

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2009

A class trip to D.C. tests friendships and leads to unexpected discoveries.

#12
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$1595

Happy New Year, Mallory!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009

Mallory's New Year's Eve plans crumble when illness strikes. Is a surprise in store?

#13
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$674

Mallory Goes Green!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010

Can she save the planet and her friendships?

#15

Mallory's Guide to Boys, Brothers, Dads, and Dogs

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2010

A girl navigates crushes, family drama, and a pesky dog. Can she solve her tangled life?

#14

Mallory in the Spotlight

Chapter Book · 2010

A lead role strains a friendship. Can both survive the spotlight?

#16

Mallory's Super Sleepover

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2011

A birthday sleepover spirals into chaos with uninvited guests and hurt feelings.

#18
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$759

Mallory McDonald, Super Snoop

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

A curious sister spies on her brother's secretive romance, uncovering unexpected truths.

#17
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$674

Oh Boy, Mallory

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

A boy likes Mallory, but her friend's advice leads to trouble.

#19
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$759

Mallory and Mary Ann Take New York

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2012

Two friends in New York face a dilemma: only one can shine on TV.

#20
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$1595

Play It Again, Mallory

Chapter Book · 2013

Stuck in band with a tuba, she dreads the showcase. Can practice change her tune?

#22
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$1498

Mallory McDonald, Baby Expert

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

A new baby disrupts Mallory's world. Can she find her place again?

#21

Three's Company, Mallory!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2014

Two best friends face a new arrival that threatens their bond. Can friendship survive the equation of three?

#23

Game Time, Mallory!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2015

Struggling to score, can she prove there's more to teamwork than winning?

#27
Sale price
$759

Mallory McDonald, Super Sitter

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2018

Can Mallory juggle babysitting chaos and school challenges without losing herself?

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Mallory McDonald series?

There are 24 books in the Mallory McDonald series. It began with Mallory on the Move in 2004, and the newest book, Mallory McDonald, Super Sitter, was published in 2018.

What order should you read the Mallory McDonald books in?

Start with Mallory on the Move and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #24.

What ages are the Mallory McDonald books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–11, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Mallory McDonald to life.

01

Laurie Friedman

Author
02

Laurie B. Friedman

Author
03

Barbara Pollak

Illustrator
04

Tamara Schmitz

Illustrator
05

Jennifer Kalis

Illustrator

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