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Amy Fellner Dominy Books in Order

9 Books
2 Series & collections
2011 – 2020 Published
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Where to Start with Amy Fellner Dominy

For readers new to Amy Fellner Dominy's contemporary young adult novels, the best starting point is Announcing Trouble (2019). This novel showcases her signature blend of witty banter, authentic teenage voices, and emotional depth. It also kicks off her loose companion duology, making it the perfect entry point before diving into her other standalone novels and middle-grade works.

If you are looking for books for younger readers, starting with the picture book Cookiesaurus Rex (2017) or her middle-grade adventure Monster Down Deep (2026) is highly recommended.

The Broadcast Booth Companion Duology

While most of Amy Fellner Dominy's young adult books are standalones, she has written two closely connected contemporary romance novels that take place in the same high school universe. While they can technically be read as standalones, reading them in publication order is highly recommended to appreciate character crossovers and references.

  1. Announcing Trouble (2019) – Follows Josie Walters and cocky baseball player Garrett Reeves as they are forced to co-host sports broadcasts for their high school.
  2. How to Quit Your Crush (2020) – A companion novel focusing on Mai Senn and Anthony Adams, two opposites who design the "worst dates ever" to convince themselves they are incompatible.

Young Adult and Middle-Grade Standalones

Outside of her companion novels, Dominy has written several distinct standalone books. Because these books do not share characters or settings, you can read them in any order you choose based on the premise that interests you most.

  • OyMG (2011) – Dominy's award-winning debut novel. It follows Ellie Taylor, a Jewish teenager who attends a Christian summer camp on a scholarship, navigating identity, faith, and first crushes.
  • Audition & Subtraction (2012) – A middle-grade novel centered on best friends Tatum and Lori, whose close bond and musical ambitions are tested when a competitive new boy joins their school band.
  • A Matter of Heart (2015) – A dramatic YA novel about Abby Lipman, a champion swimmer whose Olympic dreams are shattered when she is diagnosed with a dangerous heart condition.
  • Die for You (2016) – A darker, suspenseful YA romance that explores the warning signs of an obsessive, controlling relationship between protagonist Emma and her boyfriend Dillon.
  • The Fall of Grace (2018) – A thriller-adventure following Grace, a teenager who goes on the run to locate hidden money after her mother is exposed as the mastermind behind a massive Ponzi scheme.
  • Monster Down Deep (2026) – A middle-grade adventure story about Cassie Stein, who discovers a highly intelligent fish named Blue while trying to save her father's struggling aquarium.

The Cookiesaurus Rex Picture Books

Co-authored with Nate Evans and beautifully illustrated by A.G. Ford, this delightful picture book series features a stubborn cookie dinosaur who demands the respect he deserves. These books should be read in order of release.

  1. Cookiesaurus Rex (2017) – The decorated cookie dinosaur struggles to accept being decorated with sprinkles instead of scary spikes.
  2. Cookiesaurus Christmas (2018) – Cookiesaurus Rex returns to ensure he gets a prime spot on Santa's plate.

Complete Publication Order

If you prefer to read an author's bibliography in the order the books were written, here is the complete chronological publication order of Amy Fellner Dominy's works:

  1. OyMG (2011)
  2. Audition & Subtraction (2012)
  3. A Matter of Heart (2015)
  4. Die for You (2016)
  5. Cookiesaurus Rex (2017)
  6. The Fall of Grace (2018)
  7. Cookiesaurus Christmas (2018)
  8. Announcing Trouble (2019)
  9. How to Quit Your Crush (2020)
  10. Monster Down Deep (2026)
  11. A House with No Door: A Sukkot Story (2026)

What to Know Before You Start

Dominy's novels vary widely in tone. While Announcing Trouble and How to Quit Your Crush offer lighthearted, swoony romantic comedy, books like Die for You deal with heavy themes such as emotional abuse and codependency. A Matter of Heart deals with chronic illness and grief. Be sure to check the description of each standalone novel, as her writing ranges from playful picture books for toddlers to mature contemporary thrillers for older teens.

Frequently Asked

QDo you need to read Announcing Trouble before How to Quit Your Crush?

No, both novels are written as standalones. However, because How to Quit Your Crush features side characters introduced in Announcing Trouble, reading them in order provides a better experience.

QWhat is Amy Fellner Dominy's debut book?

Her debut novel is OyMG, published in 2011, which earned recognition as a Sydney Taylor Notable Book.

QWho co-authored the Cookiesaurus Rex books?

The Cookiesaurus series was co-written by Amy Fellner Dominy and Nate Evans, with illustrations by A.G. Ford.

QAre there any holiday books by Amy Fellner Dominy?

Yes. She wrote Cookiesaurus Christmas (2018) for the winter holidays, and A House with No Door (2026), which focuses on the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.

QIs Audition & Subtraction a YA or middle-grade novel?

Audition & Subtraction is a middle-grade novel focused on school band rivalries and friendship dynamics, making it suitable for younger readers than her YA thrillers.