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The Sleepover Friends book series consists of 36 books written by various authors and is set in a small town. It centers on a group of girls who navigate various adventures and challenges while maintaining their friendship. Recurring themes include teamwork, problem-solving, and personal growth. The girls frequently engage in activities such as hosting exchange students, resolving misunderstandings, and addressing local challenges that test their relationships. The series emphasizes the importance of cooperation and resilience within a close-knit group. The series was adapted into a television show titled The Sleepover Club, which aired from 2003 to 2008. The original book series predates the television adaptation.

Books in this series

Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.

  1. Cover of Patti's Luck

    Patti's Luck

    1987 · Susan Saunders

    Four girls enjoy their sleepover parties until one of them casts a bad-luck spell on another. The situation begins as a joke but takes a turn when…

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  2. Cover of Starring Stephanie

    Starring Stephanie

    1987 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends are at a slumber party at Kate's house when they hear about a Video Contest tied to a rock group filming in town, with a chance…

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  3. Cover of Kate's Surprise Visitor

    Kate's Surprise Visitor

    1987 · Susan Saunders

    Kate's birthday is coming up, and the Sleepover Friends want to make it really special, so they decide to throw her a surprise party. Lauren,…

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  4. Cover of Kate's Camp-Out

    Kate's Camp-Out

    1988 · Susan Saunders

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  5. Cover of Stephanie Strikes Back

    Stephanie Strikes Back

    1988 · Susan Saunders

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  6. Cover of Lauren's Treasure

    Lauren's Treasure

    1988 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends go on a class "dig" after scientists uncover valuable old artifacts nearby and ask kids from Riverhurst to help. Stephanie…

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  7. Cover of No More Sleepovers, Patti?

    No More Sleepovers, Patti?

    1988 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends face the worst news ever: Patti may be moving to Alaska. Kate, Lauren, and Stephanie wonder what will happen to their group…

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  8. Cover of Lauren's big mix-up

    Lauren's big mix-up

    1988 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover friends go to the city for a weekend. Lauren ends up with someone else's suitcase, and he ends up with hers, while the girls find a…

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  9. Cover of Patti's new look

    Patti's new look

    1988 · Susan Saunders

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  10. Cover of Lauren's Sleepover Exchange

    Lauren's Sleepover Exchange

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    Lauren, Patti, Kate, and Stephanie each host an exchange student from Walden Elementary for a week, with plans for shopping, a big party, and an…

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  11. Cover of Stephanie's family secret

    Stephanie's family secret

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    Stephanie is concerned about her parents, who appear to be hiding a secret from her, leading her to fear that something is seriously wrong. The story…

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  12. Cover of Kate's sleepover disaster

    Kate's sleepover disaster

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends become exchange students with new friends at Walden Elementary for a week. Kate discovers that the girl she is staying with has…

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  13. Cover of Patti's secret wish

    Patti's secret wish

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    Ever since having to stay after school one day, Patti has been acting strangely and won't do anything with her friends, giving excuses that don't…

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  14. Cover of Lauren Takes Charge

    Lauren Takes Charge

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    Lauren's mother gets a job, leaving Lauren on her own with extra responsibilities and more allowance. She ends up doing all the cleaning up after her…

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  15. Cover of Stephanie's Big Story

    Stephanie's Big Story

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends become writers for the new school newspaper. Stephanie is annoyed when Karla keeps scooping her listings of upcoming parties…

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  16. Cover of Kate's crush

    Kate's crush

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends go on a wild west vacation at a dude ranch in Arizona with Stephanie's grandmother. Kate starts acting strange, making excuses…

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  17. Cover of Patti gets even

    Patti gets even

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    When nerdy Wayne claims girls are stupid, Patti gets furious and decides the Sleepover Friends will prove him wrong by winning the most contests at…

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  18. Cover of Stephanie and the Magician

    Stephanie and the Magician

    1989 · Susan Saunders

    Mandrake the Magician, dressed all in black and wearing a mask, is putting the Sleepover Friends' party entertainment business out of business.…

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  19. Cover of Lauren in the middle

    Lauren in the middle

    1990 · Susan Saunders

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  20. Cover of Starstruck Stephanie

    Starstruck Stephanie

    1990 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends can't believe it: handsome TV star Kevin DeSpain is in town filming his show, and everyone is going to the set to watch, so the…

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  21. Cover of The Trouble With Patti

    The Trouble With Patti

    1990 · Susan Saunders

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  22. Cover of Lauren's New Friend

    Lauren's New Friend

    1990 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends are camping out with their class in a local park, where they participate in environmental activities such as planting trees and…

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  23. Cover of Stephanie and the Wedding

    Stephanie and the Wedding

    1990 · Susan Saunders

    The Sleepover Friends are going to be in a wedding, as Patti's Uncle Nick and their substitute teacher, Ms. Chipley, are getting married, with the…

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  24. Cover of The New Kate

    The New Kate

    1990 · Susan Saunders

    This Friday night the sleepover is at Bitsy's, and Kate will be away on a trip with the Video Club. Stephanie, Lauren, and Patti talk about how much…

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  25. Cover of Where's Patti

    Where's Patti

    1990 · Susan Saunders

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  26. Cover of Lauren's New Address

    Lauren's New Address

    1990 · Susan Saunders

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  27. Cover of Kate the Boss

    Kate the Boss

    1990 · Susan Saunders

    With the homecoming parade approaching, the Sleepover Friends set out to build the best float, but bossy Kate immediately appoints herself director.…

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  28. Cover of Big Sister Stephanie

    Big Sister Stephanie

    1990 · Susan Saunders

    Stephanie has had it with her baby brother and sister, who do nothing but sleep, cry, and eat, yet everyone thinks they're adorable. Kate knows…

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  29. Cover of Lauren's Afterschool Job

    Lauren's Afterschool Job

    1990 · Susan Saunders

    Lauren loves her new job at the antiques store, but nasty Ginger Kinkaid is working right next door, and Lauren wants nothing to do with her. Then…

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  30. Cover of A Valentine for Patti

    A Valentine for Patti

    1991 · Susan Saunders

    Patti tries to help a shy new girl named Hope who has joined the Quarks, though Kate suspects Hope is hiding something. Meanwhile Patti's brother…

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  31. Cover of Lauren's Double Disaster

    Lauren's Double Disaster

    1991 · Susan Saunders

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  32. Cover of Kate the Winner!

    Kate the Winner!

    1991 · Susan Saunders

    Kate has won first prize in a raffle, six tickets to Wilderness World, and her parents offer to take the family and the Sleepover Friends for their…

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  33. Cover of The New Stephanie

    The New Stephanie

    1991 · Susan Saunders

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  34. Cover of Presenting Patti

    Presenting Patti

    1991 · Susan Saunders

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  35. Cover of Lauren Saves the Day

    Lauren Saves the Day

    1991 · Susan Saunders

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  36. Cover of Patti's City Adventure

    Patti's City Adventure

    1991 · Susan Saunders

    For Patti's birthday, the Sleepover Friends head to the city, and although Kate works out every detail of the visit, nothing goes as planned, since…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Sleepover Friends books in?

Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “Patti's Luck”.

How many books are in the Sleepover Friends series?

We list 36 books by Susan Saunders , published between 1987–1991.

Where can I buy the Sleepover Friends books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.