Kristen Arnett Anthologies books in order

Anthologies featuring Kristen Arnett's contributions, spanning essays on pop culture nostalgia, feminist perspectives, and contemporary short fiction.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 We Are the Baby-Sitters Club: Essays and Artwork from Grown-Up Readers 2021 Kristen Arnett Buy
2 I Know What’s Best for You 2022 Kristen Arnett Buy
3 Retro Five: Selections from Joyland Magazine 2016 Kristen Arnett Buy
4 Shorts, Volume One 2019 Kristen Arnett Buy
5 Sex and the Single Woman 2022 Kristen Arnett Buy

Kristen Arnett has contributed to several anthologies that reflect her range as a writer. We Are the Baby-Sitters Club (2021) collects essays from adults looking back on the beloved book series, while I Know What’s Best for You (2022) gathers feminist responses to the unsolicited advice women receive throughout their lives.

Her other anthology appearances include Retro Five, a selection from Joyland Magazine, and Sex and the Single Woman (2022), which updates the conversation around women, independence, and desire. These contributions show Arnett working in essay and short fiction modes, bringing the same sharp voice and willingness to be uncomfortable that define her novels.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Kristen Arnett Anthologies series?

There are five books in the Kristen Arnett Anthologies series, published between 2016 and 2022.

What is the first book in the Kristen Arnett Anthologies series?

The first book in the Kristen Arnett Anthologies series is We Are the Baby-Sitters Club: Essays and Artwork from Grown-Up Readers, published in 2021.

What kind of anthologies has Kristen Arnett contributed to?

Arnett has appeared in anthologies covering a range of subjects, from nostalgic essays about the Baby-Sitters Club to feminist takes on unsolicited advice and literary fiction collections. Her contributions typically bring her signature mix of humor, queerness, and emotional honesty.

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