How many Better Than the Movies books are there?

There are 4 books in the Better Than the Movies series by Lynn Painter, for ages 12-18.

What order should I read Better Than the Movies?

The Better Than the Movies series should be read in this order: 1. Better Than the Movies, 2. Nothing Like the Movies, 3. Betting on You, 4. The Do-Over.

Better Than the Movies Books in Order

Better Than the Movies is a 4-book series for ages 12–18 by Lynn Painter.

Where to Start

Start at the beginning: Better Than the Movies

This is a sequential series — each book builds on the last. Start with book 1.

Reading Order

Better Than the Movies2021

Nothing Like the Movies2024

Betting on You2023

The Do-Over2022

What This Series Covers

Humor School Life Friendship & Social Growing Up Friendship & Loyalty Self-Confidence & Identity

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