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Mary Alice Monroe

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Mary Alice Monroe is the New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen novels, including the beloved Beach House series and the middle-grade series The Islanders. Renowned for weaving environmental themes into her compelling narratives, Monroe draws from extensive research and hands-on wildlife conservation experience to highlight the connections between nature and human nature. Her award-winning books have earned numerous honors, including the Southern Book Prize for Fiction, and have been adapted for film. Monroe lives in the Carolinas, where she continues her dedication to wildlife preservation.

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Series

Beach House


A General Fiction series (2002 - 2021)

This series is for you if you're into...

  • South Carolina beach stories with sea turtles and conservation
  • Mother-daughter reckonings with hard-won forgiveness
  • Multi-generational family secrets and second chances

Lowcountry Summer


A General Fiction series (2004 - 2016)

This series is for you if you're into...

  • Lowcountry family drama steeped in beach-house nostalgia
  • Sisters and half-siblings rebuilding bonds across generations
  • Healing stories with storms, weddings, and animal companionship

The Islanders


A Children & Middle Grade series (2021 - 2024)

This series is for you if you're into...

  • Off-the-grid island summers
  • Wildlife rescue adventures
  • Friendships tested by family upheaval

Standalone Fiction

Children & Middle Grade Books

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