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Providence Paranormal College Books in Order

  • 10 Books
  • 2016 – 2021 Published

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Recommended Reading Path for Providence Paranormal College

For the best reading experience, it is highly recommended to read the series in its publication order. While each book centers on a different romantic pairing and their unique magical struggles, there is an overarching meta-plot involving Headmistress Henrietta Thurston, college admissions politics, and a mysterious villain who opposes the integration of extrahumans into the campus. Reading the books out of order will spoil the progression of this campus-wide mystery.

Here is the recommended reading path for the core series:

  1. Bearly Awake (2016) – Follows Bobby, a bear shifter struggling to stay awake for finals, and Lynn, his human tutor.
  2. Fangs for the Memories (2016) – Focuses on a vampire and an umbral magic user, dealing with memory, identity, and magical mishaps.
  3. Of Wolf and Peace (2016) – Dives into werewolf dynamics and pack politics on campus.
  4. Dragon My Heart Around (2016) – Features a dragon shifter trying to navigate the college's social scene and romance.
  5. Djinn and Bear It (2016) – A play on words that brings djinn magic and shifter comedy to the forefront.
  6. Roundtable Redcap (2016) – Explores the inclusion of fae elements and redcap lore.
  7. Better Off Undead (2016) – Centers around the struggles of navigating undead student life.
  8. Ghost of a Chance (2017) – Introduces spectral romance and campus hauntings.
  9. Nine Lives (2017 / Re-released 2021) – Explores feline shifter dynamics as the series builds toward its climax.
  10. Fae or Fae Knot (2018 / Re-released 2021) – The final book that resolves the overarching faerie law conflict and the main meta-plot.

Chronological vs. Publication Order

Because the events of the series take place sequentially over the academic terms at the college, the chronological order matches the publication order exactly. Readers do not need to worry about confusing timelines, prequels, or flashbacks disrupting the main flow. The main variation readers will notice relates to publication dates. The final two books, Nine Lives and Fae or Fae Knot, were originally self-published by D.R. Perry in 2017 and 2018, respectively. However, after partnering with LMBPN Publishing, the entire series was reissued, resulting in newer copyright and listing dates around 2021.

Exploring the "Revealed World" Universe

Providence Paranormal College is the flagship series of D.R. Perry's broader "Revealed World" universe. If you finish the main ten books and want to remain in this cozy urban fantasy setting, the author has written several companion academy series. These series are self-contained but share the same universe, rules of magic, and occasional world-building nods. They are best read in the order the series were written:

  • Hawthorn Academy – A nine-book series starting in 2020 that follows younger students in a dedicated magical academy.
  • Gallows Hill Academy – A nine-book series launched in 2021–2022 that blends academy romance with historical and witchy elements.
  • Messing Psychic Academy – A series starting in 2022 that focuses on psychic powers and supernatural intrigue.

What to Know Before You Start

D.R. Perry draws heavily on her background in LARPing, geek culture, and her love for Rhode Island to ground the supernatural chaos of the campus in a relatable, cozy setting. Expect plenty of witty banter, puns (such as Djinn and Bear It or Bearly Awake), and a lighthearted, comedic tone that acts as a bridge between Young Adult (YA) and New Adult (NA) fantasy. While the series does deal with deeper themes like bigotry, acceptance, and finding one's family, the primary focus is on romance, friendship, and lighthearted magical escapism.

Frequently Asked

What is the best starting point for the Providence Paranormal College series?

The best starting point is the first book, Bearly Awake. It establishes the campus setting, the integration of extrahumans, and introduces the key characters that recur throughout the series.

Can these books be read as standalones?

Each book features a self-contained romance with a happy ending, but they share an overarching mystery and progression. It is highly recommended to read them in order to avoid spoilers regarding the main campus plot.

What is the "Revealed World"?

The "Revealed World" is the shared universe created by D.R. Perry. It includes Providence Paranormal College as well as companion series like Hawthorn Academy, Gallows Hill Academy, and Messing Psychic Academy.

Are there any direct spin-offs to Providence Paranormal College?

There are no direct character spin-off series, but the other "Academy" series (such as Hawthorn Academy) are set in the exact same universe and share similar world-building.

Why do some sources list different publication dates for Nine Lives and Fae or Fae Knot?

The final two books were originally published in 2017 and 2018. They were later re-released and re-copyrighted in 2021 when the series was picked up and reissued by LMBPN Publishing.