Max & Martha Books in Order

This reading order guide provides the complete list of Max & Martha books in order, from the very first to the latest, so you won’t miss anything!

About the Max & Martha Series

The Max & Martha series is a warm and honest set of books for kids written by Danielle Steel. She’s known for her adult novels but in this series she writes for younger readers. Each book deals with real life issues kids face like changes in the family, meeting new people or learning to understand their own feelings. The way these stories are told makes them relatable and can help kids feel less alone during tough times. The first book Martha’s New Daddy came out in 1989. It is the story of a little girl named Martha which we see living in San Francisco with her mother. Though her parents are divorced it is also true that Martha still sees and loves her dad. One day her mom breaks the news that she will be marrying again. Martha is at a loss for how to react. She had always wished that her parents’ marriage would work out. Now is the time to sort out big emotions and figure out what all this means for her and her family. What is special about this series is that it is told from the perspective of a child. Also the books are of love, trust issues, life changes and also how to grow strong when things do not go as expected. Author Danielle Steel does a great job at writing gently on these issues so kids know it is ok to feel upset or confused at times. Her stories also put out that love may not look the same as it did before but it is still present. If you’re a parent looking for books with substance or a kid who wants to read about someone going through similar things the Max & Martha series is a great choice. It’s not just stories but a way for kids to feel seen, heard and supported.