Children's books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Children's series?"

"There are one books in the Children's series, published in 1988."

Q: "What is the first book in the Children's series?"

"The first book in the Children's series is The Forgotten Helper, published in 1988."

Q: "Is The Forgotten Helper related to Lorrie Moore's adult fiction?"

"No. It is a standalone children's book and has no connection to her short stories or novels. It is a curiosity in her catalog — a single foray into writing for children."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	The Forgotten Helper	1988	Lorrie Moore	Buy

The Forgotten Helper (1988) is Lorrie Moore’s only book for children, published between Self-Help and Like Life. It stands apart from the rest of her work in audience but not in the care she brings to language.

For Moore completists, it is an interesting footnote. For readers discovering her work, it is best approached after her adult fiction, which represents her lasting contribution to American letters.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Children's series?

There are one books in the Children’s series, published in 1988.

What is the first book in the Children's series?

The first book in the Children’s series is The Forgotten Helper, published in 1988.

Is The Forgotten Helper related to Lorrie Moore's adult fiction?

No. It is a standalone children’s book and has no connection to her short stories or novels. It is a curiosity in her catalog — a single foray into writing for children.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order