Book Series · 22 Books

Mermaid Tales Books

In order from Trouble at Trident Academy to A Titanic Friendship.

The Mermaid Tales series is a set of 22 chapter books by Debbie Dadey, published between 2012 and 2022. Written for ages 6–9, most books run about 110 pages. Subjects across the series include mermaids, sea creatures, and the first day of school.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Trouble at Trident Academy

By Debbie Dadey, Tatevik Avakyan (Illustrator)

Two mermaid friends navigate the challenges of school and friendship in an underwater city

112 pages· 6,257 words· Est. 1 hour read

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Summary: Shelly Siren, a nervous mermaid, faces her first day at Trident Academy. Amidst smart, pretty classmates, she finds comfort in her friend Echo. But when a school assignment sparks a rift, troublemaker Pearl escalates the tension. Can Shelly navigate these underwater challenges and mend her friendship with Echo? Dive into a world of mermaids, mischief, and the quest for belonging.

In reading order

Mermaid Tales Series

22 books · Published 2012–2022

#1 in Series

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Trouble at Trident Academy

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Two mermaid friends navigate the challenges of school and friendship in an underwater city

#2 in Series

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Battle of the Best Friends

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

A young mergirl navigates friendships and rivalries at her underwater school.

#3 in Series

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A Whale of a Tale

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

A young mermaid named Kiki faces her fears and learns to overcome them with the help of her friends and a friendly whale.

#4 in Series

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Danger in the Deep Blue Sea

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Shark sightings spark chaos in Trident City. Can Pearl find safety and trust amidst the danger?

#5 in Series

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The Lost Princess

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

A young mermaid discovers she's a princess. Can she embrace royalty without losing herself?

#6 in Series

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The Secret Sea Horse

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

Echo wants a pet sea horse, but should they be free?

#7 in Series

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Dream of the Blue Turtle

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014

A mermaid foresees danger. Can she prevent it before it's too late?

#8 in Series

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Treasure in Trident City

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014

Merkids seek treasure on a haunted pirate ship. Are the ghosts real?

#9 in Series

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A Royal Tea

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014

A young mermaid faces a royal decision that could change her life forever.

#10

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A Tale of Two Sisters

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

A mermaid's discovery sparks sibling rivalry and a quest for harmony.

#11

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The Polar Bear Express

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

A lost polar bear or a boy band concert? Kiki must choose.

#12

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Wish Upon a Starfish

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

A mermaid's dream role is stolen by her best friend. Can their friendship survive?

#13

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The Crook and the Crown

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

A missing tiara threatens a royal visit. Can the mergirls solve the mystery in time?

#14

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Twist and Shout

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

A mermaid's injury threatens her team's chance at victory. Can she find a way to help them win?

#15

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Books vs. Looks

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Two clubs compete for popularity at Trident Academy. Who will win?

#16

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Flower Girl Dreams

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2017

Pearl crashes a wedding to prove she's the perfect flower girl.

#17

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Ready, Set, Goal!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2017

A mermaid's mishaps in Atlantis spark fears of a legendary curse. Can she lead her team to victory?

#18

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Fairy Chase

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018

Can Echo prove fairies exist, or are they just a myth?

#19

#19 in Series

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The Narwhal Problem

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019

A young mermaid wins a contest to be the buddy of a visiting narwhal and learns about the importance of friendship and helping others.

#20

#20 in Series

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The Winter Princess

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

A mermaid princess faces sibling rivalry as a new baby arrives.

#21

#21 in Series

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Sleepover at the Haunted Museum

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

A museum sleepover turns eerie with glowing lights. Is it haunted or a prank?

#22

#22 in Series

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A Titanic Friendship

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

Echo must choose between a dream trip and friendship when a new student arrives.

Companion series

Mini Mermaid Tales Series

3 books · Published 2023–2024

#1 in Series

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The Friendship Wish

Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2023

A young mermaid's new friendship brings unexpected challenges.

#2 in Series

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The Dolphin Dream

Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2024

A young mermaid's dream to ride dolphins faces her sister's fears.

#3 in Series

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The Princess Promise

Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2024

A mermaid's quest to find a princess leads to an unexpected discovery about royalty.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Mermaid Tales series?

There are 22 books in the Mermaid Tales series. It began with Trouble at Trident Academy in 2012, and the newest book, A Titanic Friendship, was published in 2022.