Ellen G. White books in order
American author, co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
- Lived
- 1827–1915
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 19
Ellen G. White published 1 novella, 12 non-fiction books and 6 other books, beginning with The Great Controversy (1858).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Ellen G. White
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The Great Controversy
Ellen G. White's most-read book.
Novellas in order
Steps to Christ (1892)
Non-fiction in order
The Great Controversy (1858)
Christ Our Saviour (1896)
The Desire of Ages (1898)
Education (1903)
The Ministry of Healing (1905)
The Acts of the Apostles in the Proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ (1911)
The Story of Patriarchs and Prophets (1913)
Messages to Young People (1930)
Medical Ministry (1932)
The Story of Prophets and Kings (1943)
The Story of Redemption (1947)
Child Guidance (1954)
Other books in order
Life Sketches of Ellen G. White (1915)
Christian Experience & Teachings of Ellen G. White (1922)
Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing (1928)
Early Writings of Ellen G. White (1945)
The SDA Bible Commentary (1953)
Communion with God (1964)
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About Ellen G. White
Ellen Gould White was an American author, and was both the prophet and a co-founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Along with other Adventist leaders, such as Joseph Bates and her husband James White, she was influential within a small group of early Adventists who formed what became known as the Seventh-day Adventist Church. White is considered a leading figure in American vegetarian history. Smithsonian named her among the "100 Most Significant Americans of All Time".
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Ellen G. White FAQ
- How many books has Ellen G. White written?
- Ellen G. White published 1 novella, 12 non-fiction books and 6 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Ellen G. White's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Great Controversy.
- What is Ellen G. White's last book?
- The Story of Patriarchs and Prophets (1913).
- What is Ellen G. White's most famous book?
- The Great Controversy (1858) is Ellen G. White's most widely read book.
- Can I read Ellen G. White's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Ellen G. White are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.