Kate Greenaway books in order
British artist
- Lived
- 1846–1901
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 9
Kate Greenaway published 1 novel, 3 novellas, 3 children's books, 1 poetry collection and 1 other book, beginning with Mother Goose (1881). The best-known is Language of Flowers (1884).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Kate Greenaway
Standalone novels in order
A Apple Pie (1880)
Novellas in order
Under the Window (1879)
Mother Goose (1881)
Marigold Garden (1900)
Children's books in order
Birthday Book (1880)
Book of Games (1880)
Little Wide Awake (1880)
Poetry in order
Language of Flowers (1884)
Other books in order
Painting Book (1890)
About Kate Greenaway
Catherine Greenaway was an English Victorian artist and writer, known for her
children's book illustrations. She received her education in graphic design and art between 1858 and 1871 from the Finsbury School of Art, the South Kensington School of Art, the Heatherley School of Art, and the Slade School of Fine Art. She began her career designing for the burgeoning greetings card market, producing Christmas and Valentine's cards. In 1879 wood-block engraver and printer Edmund Evans printed Under the Window, an instant best-seller, which established her reputation. Her collaboration with Evans continued throughout the 1880s and 1890s.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Kate Greenaway FAQ
- How many books has Kate Greenaway written?
- Kate Greenaway published 1 novel, 3 novellas, 3 children's books, 1 poetry collection and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Kate Greenaway's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Language of Flowers.
- What is Kate Greenaway's last book?
- Marigold Garden (1900).
- What is Kate Greenaway's most famous book?
- Language of Flowers (1884) is Kate Greenaway's most widely read book.
- Can I read Kate Greenaway's books for free?
- Yes. 4 books by Kate Greenaway are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Authors like Kate Greenaway
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Walter Crane
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Alfred, Lord Tennyson
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Christina Rossetti
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
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Randolph Caldecott
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.