Books for a Simply Sorted Life

Each book is a companion for anyone seeking clarity, resilience, and purpose. Written with warmth and practical wisdom from someone who has lived the journey.

Simply Sorted Life Series

Practical guides for simplifying your home, embracing intentional living, and designing a life you love.
Declutter to Downsize for Retirement
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 1

Declutter to Downsize for Retirement

A compassionate guide for transitioning to a simpler way of living, packed with actionable advice for downsizing your family home.
Declutter Your Home Workbook
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 2

Declutter Your Home Workbook

A hands-on workbook with practical exercises, checklists, and strategies to help you declutter every room in your home.
The Smooth Move
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 3

The Smooth Move

Your step-by-step guide to planning and executing a stress-free move, from packing to settling into your new home.
The Art of Living Small
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 4

The Art of Living Small

Embrace the freedom of small-space living with this comprehensive guide to minimalist design and smart storage solutions.
The Art of Living Small Workbook
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 5

The Art of Living Small Workbook

A companion workbook with exercises and planning tools to help you implement small-space living strategies.
On The Road Again
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 6

On The Road Again

A camping journal and RV travel log for fellow road-trippers and adventure seekers.
Gardening for the Soul
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 7

Gardening for the Soul

Discover the therapeutic power of gardening and learn to cultivate both your garden and inner peace.
The Mindful Gardener's Workbook
Simply Sorted Life Series, Book 8

The Mindful Gardener's Workbook

A guided journal combining garden planning tools with mindful reflections for nurturing your garden through the seasons.

Other Books

Guides for personal growth, understanding others, and building lasting resilience.
How to Read People
Personal Growth

How to Read People

Strengthen your connections by learning to understand the people around you through body language and communication styles.
The Resilient Woman
Personal Growth

The Resilient Woman

Practical wisdom and heartfelt guidance for navigating life's transitions with resilience, courage, and renewed purpose.
The Resilient Woman Toolkit
Personal Growth

The Resilient Woman Toolkit

A companion workbook with exercises and tools to build your resilience and thrive through life's challenges.
The Ethics of Aristotle
Philosophy

The Ethics of Aristotle

Written under pen name Elinor Graves
A contemporary adaptation of Aristotle's timeless wisdom on living a good and virtuous life, completely rewritten for modern readers. Includes study guide.

Upcoming Series

Exciting new books coming soon from Maggie Ryan.
Coming Soon

The Biography of Things

Witty, Fact-Filled Life Stories of the Inventions That Changed the World
A captivating new series bringing history to life with warmth, wit, and wonder — offering readers of all ages a fresh look at the ideas, people, and quirks that shaped the modern world.

Can't Decide Where to Start?

If you're new to my work, I recommend starting with "Declutter to Downsize for Retirement" — it captures the heart of my approach to intentional living and has helped thousands of readers begin their own journey to a simpler life.

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