Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Ballad of Smallhope and Pennyroyal |
2024 |
Jodi Taylor |
Buy |
| 2 |
A Family Affair |
2026 |
Jodi Taylor |
Buy |
Smallhope & Pennyroyal is Jodi Taylor’s newest series, beginning with The Ballad of Smallhope and Pennyroyal in 2024. The series moves into fantasy territory, departing from the time travel settings that define most of Taylor’s work.
A Family Affair (2026) continues the story. While the series is still new, it shows Taylor branching out into a different genre while keeping the humor and character-driven storytelling her readers expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Smallhope & Pennyroyal series?
There are two books in the Smallhope & Pennyroyal series, published between 2024 and 2026.
What is the first book in the Smallhope & Pennyroyal series?
The first book in the Smallhope & Pennyroyal series is The Ballad of Smallhope and Pennyroyal, published in 2024.
What is Smallhope & Pennyroyal about?
The Ballad of Smallhope and Pennyroyal (2024) and A Family Affair (2026) follow two characters on adventures that mix Jodi Taylor’s trademark humor with a fantasy setting. The series is separate from her St. Mary’s and Time Police books.