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Start Candies Series by James Patterson with "Candies Trick Or Treat", then follow the publication sequence. This order preserves the intended narrative twists and world-building progression.

Short illustrated stories about the Candies family enjoying seasonal holiday fun and dealing with family adventures.

Official Verdict

Short Answer:
Start with "Candies Trick Or Treat"

To experience the narrative as intended, read the main sequence in Publication Order.Ignore novellas and side stories until you finish the first 3 core novels. This resolves all timeline confusion and preserves every major twist.

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Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Candies Series conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Can I skip the short stories?

Technically yes, but we strongly advise against it for Candies Series. The shorter volumes often establish the core character motivations and world-building that the main saga assumes you already know.

I watched the show/movie first — where should I start?

Ignore the screen adaptations' timeline. Start with "Candies Trick Or Treat" to see the original depth of the world. The books offer a significantly different (and usually more complete) experience than the on-screen versions.

Why do people disagree on the order?

Disagreement usually stems from the conflict between purely chronological order and publication order. Most long-term fans recommend publication order to preserve the emotional arc and mystery reveals.

Curator's Strategy

Recommended Reading Order Strategy

The authoritative way to read the "Candies Series" series is in Publication Order. Start with the first published book. It's the way the author intended the world to be revealed.This ensures you experience character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

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Why Publication Order?We recommend reading in Publication Order (default). This follows the author's release schedule, ensuring you experience plot twists, character growth, and world-building exactly as intended without spoilers.
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Candies Trick Or Treat

Pub: 2018
2

Candies' Easter Party

Pub: 2018

Plot details hidden until you finish "Candies Trick Or Treat".

Bestselling author James Patterson is back with another charming board book. This time, the Candies are hosting an Easter party! No sugar, no fat.C'mon, take a look!The best Candies ever... Candies in a book! The Candies are back, and you're invited to their Easter extravaganza! Adorable little bunnies, an egg hunt, and spending time with friends makes for an especially sweet Easter! It's the yummiest treat you'll find in your basket!

3

Candies Save Christmas

Pub: 2017Optional

Plot details hidden until you finish "Candies' Easter Party".

Christmas candy characters come to life in this charming holiday board book from New York Times bestselling author James Patterson.No sugar, no fat.C'mon, take a look!The best Candies ever . . . Candies in a book!Treat yourself to the sweetest story you'll read this holiday! The Candies save Christmas when they rescue the loneliest, scraggliest little tree from the lot in a happy ending kids will beg to read again and again!Merry Christmas to allBig, medium, and small!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it okay to skip books in the Candies Series series?

We recommend ignoring novellas and short stories until you finish the core sequence. However, main sequence novels should never be skipped as they contain critical character development and plot progression.

What is the best order to read Candies Series?

The final answer for the best experience is to start with "Candies Trick Or Treat" and proceed in publication order. This sequence preserves character developments and plot reveals exactly as James Patterson intended.

Can I read Candies Series books in any order?

No. The main narrative is strictly sequential. Skipping volumes or reading out of order will lead to significant plot spoilers and confusion regarding character arcs.

Are there spin-offs or companion books?

Yes, the Candies Series universe includes several companion works. These are marked as 'Optional' in our guide and can be read at any time without disrupting the main storyline.