Series

The Vampire Diaries

L. J. Smith, Gary Bowen & unknown · 13 novels · 1991–2014

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The Vampire Diaries is a young adult vampire fiction series of novels created by American author L. J. Smith. The story centers on Elena Gilbert, a young human, and her life.

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  • Omnibus editions(4 editions)

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  • 1990s4
  • 2000s1
  • 2010s8

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