A Glimpse into the Life of Jan Karon
Jan Karon, birth name – Janice Meredith Wilson, is an acclaimed author specializing in Christian fiction and has produced an array of engaging books for adults and children alike. Deriving her name from Paul Leicestershire Ford’s novel, ‘Janice Meredith’, Jan has become a household name in the literary world, especially known for her much-loved Mitford series.
Jan Karon’s Unique Writing Style
Juxtaposing the simplicity of everyday life and spirituality, Jan Karon’s unique writing style perfectly captures the essence of encapsulating diverse themes. Her authentic narratives and intricately developed characters strike a chord with readers across age groups, presenting a tapestry of theological and philosophical insights to ponder upon.
Books in order: The Unfolding of Jan Karon’s Literary Journey
Her publishing career got off to a robust start in 1994 with the release of ‘At Home in Mitford’, the first volume in the highly celebrated Mitford series. Over the years, she has managed to captivate her audience further through sequels, every piece giving readers an evolved perspective. Below is a sequence of books in order of their original release by Jan Karon:
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Publication Order of Mitford Years Books
| At Home in Mitford | (1994) |    |
| A Light in the Window | (1995) | |
| These High, Green Hills | (1996) | |
| Out to Canaan | (1997) | |
| A New Song | (1999) | |
| A Common Life | (2001) | |
| In This Mountain | (2002) | |
| Shepherds Abiding | (2003) | |
| Light from Heaven | (2005) | |
| Home to Holly Springs | (2007) | |
| In the Company of Others | (2010) | |
| Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good | (2014) | |
| Come Rain or Come Shine | (2015) | |
| To Be Where You Are | (2017) | |