Order of James Patterson Books

James Patterson is a prolific and highly successful author known for his gripping thrillers and engaging storytelling, with an impressive bibliography that includes popular series such as the 'Alex Cross' novels, the 'Women's Murder Club,' and 'Michael Bennett.' His unique ability to craft suspenseful narratives has led to the creation of various standalone works and distinct series, including 'Invisible,' 'Black Book,' and the 'Daniel X' novels. In addition to his adult fiction, Patterson has made a significant impact in children's literature with series like 'Maximum Ride' and 'Middle School,' demonstrating his versatile appeal across different age groups. Beyond novels, he has ventured into graphic novels, short stories, and nonfiction, showcasing his creativity and knack for captivating readers with diverse themes and characters. Patterson's collaborations with co-authors have further enriched his catalog, solidifying his status as one of the most widely read and influential authors of our time.

Order of 2 Sisters Detective Agency Mystery Series

Order of Alex Cross Miscellaneous Books

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Alex Cross's Trial2009Amazon.com
2Merry Christmas, Alex Cross2011Amazon.com

Order of Ali Cross Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Ali Cross2019Amazon.com
2Like Father, Like Son2021Amazon.com
3The Secret Detective2022Amazon.com

Order of Amy Cornwall Series

Order of Black Book Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Black Book20174.5Amazon.com
2The Coldest Case2021Amazon.com
3The Red Book2021Amazon.com
4Escape2022Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Alex Cross

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Action (Short Story)
By: Brent Gargan
2014Amazon.com
2Cross Kill (Short Story)20164.1Amazon.com
3Detective Cross (Short Story)2017Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Chef

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Killer Chef (Short Story)2016Amazon.com

Order of BookShots: Detective Harriet Blue

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Black & Blue (Short Story)2016Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Detective Luc Moncrief

Order of Bookshots: Jon Roscoe Thriller

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Hostage (Short Story)2016Amazon.com
2The Verdict2016Amazon.com
3Kidnapped2016Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Michael Bennett

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Chase2016Amazon.com
2Manhunt (Short Story)
By: James O. Born
2017Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Mitchum Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Hidden (Short Story)20174.1Amazon.com
2Malicious (Short Story)2017Amazon.com
3Malevolent2020Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Owen Taylor Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The End (Short Story)2017Amazon.com
2After the End (Short Story)2017Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Women's Murder Club

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Trial (Short Story)20164.4Amazon.com
2The Medical Examiner2017Amazon.com
323 1/2 Lies2023Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Private

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Private Royals (Short Story)
By: Rees Jones
2016Amazon.com
2Private: Gold (Short Story)
By: Jassy Mackenzie
2017Amazon.com

Order of Candies Series

Order of Confessions Series

Order of Crazy House Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Crazy House2017Amazon.com
2The Fall of Crazy House2018Amazon.com

Order of Chef Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Chef
By: Max DiLallo
2019Amazon.com

Order of Daniel X Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Dangerous Days of Daniel X
By: Michael Ledwidge
20074.5Amazon.com
2Watch the Skies
By: Ned Rust
2009Amazon.com
3Demons and Druids
By: Adam Sadler
2010Amazon.com
4Game Over
By: Ned Rust
2011Amazon.com
5Armageddon
By: Chris Grabenstein
2012Amazon.com
6Lights Out
By: Chris Grabenstein
2015Amazon.com
7Genesis2022Amazon.com

Order of Daniel X Graphic Novels Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Alien Hunter
By: Leopoldo Gout
2008Amazon.com
2Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 1
By: Michael Ledwidge
2010Amazon.com
3Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 2
By: Ned Rust
2011Amazon.com
4Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 3
By: Adam Sadler
2012Amazon.com

Order of Detective Harriet Blue Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Never Never2016Amazon.com
2Fifty Fifty2017Amazon.com
3Liar Liar2018Amazon.com
4Hush2019Amazon.com

Order of David Shelley Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Revenge
By: Andrew Holmes
2018Amazon.com

Order of Doc Savage Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Perfect Assassin20224.4Amazon.com
2Murder Island2024Amazon.com

Order of Dog Diaries Series

Order of Holmes, Margaret & Poe Series

Order of Honeymoon Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Honeymoon2005Amazon.com
2Second Honeymoon2013Amazon.com

Order of House of Wolves Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Fear The Wolf (Short Story)2022Amazon.com
2The House of Wolves
By: Mike Lupica
2023Amazon.com

Order of House of Robots Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1House of Robots2014Amazon.com
2Robots Go Wild!2015Amazon.com
3Robot Revolution2017Amazon.com

Order of Instinct Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Murder Games / Instinct2017Amazon.com
2Killer Instinct2019Amazon.com
3Steal2022Amazon.com

Order of Invisible Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Invisible20144.4Amazon.com
2Unsolved2019Amazon.com

Order of Jacky Ha-Ha Series

Order of Jane Smith Series

Order of Katt vs. Dogg Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Katt vs. Dogg
By: Chris Grabenstein
2019Amazon.com
2Katt Loves Dogg 2
By: Chris Grabenstein
2021Amazon.com

Order of Max Einstein Series

Order of Maximum Ride: Hawk Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Hawk
By: Gabrielle Charbonnet
2020Amazon.com
2City of the Dead
By: Mindy McGinnis
2021Amazon.com

Order of Michael Bennett Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Step on a Crack
By: Michael Ledwidge
2007Amazon.com
2Run for Your Life
By: Michael Ledwidge
2009Amazon.com
3Worst Case
By: Michael Ledwidge
20094.5Amazon.com
4Tick Tock
By: Michael Ledwidge
2010Amazon.com
5I, Michael Bennett
By: Michael Ledwidge
2012Amazon.com
6Gone
By: Michael Ledwidge
2013Amazon.com
7Burn
By: Michael Ledwidge
2014Amazon.com
8Alert
By: Michael Ledwidge
2015Amazon.com
9Bullseye
By: Michael Ledwidge
2016Amazon.com
10Haunted
By: James O. Born
20174.4Amazon.com
11Ambush
By: James O. Born
2018Amazon.com
12Blindside
By: James O. Born
2020Amazon.com
13The Russian
By: James O. Born
2021Amazon.com
14Shattered
By: James O. Born
2022Amazon.com
15Obsessed
By: James O. Born
20234.5Amazon.com
16Crosshairs / The Long Shot Killer
By: James O. Born
2024Amazon.com
17Paranoia
By: James O. Born
2025Amazon.com

Order of MK's Detective Club Series

Order of NYPD Red Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1NYPD Red2012Amazon.com
2NYPD Red 22014Amazon.com
3NYPD Red 32015Amazon.com
4NYPD Red 42016Amazon.com
5Red Alert2018Amazon.com
6NYPD Red 62020Amazon.com
7NYPD Red 7
By: Marshall Karp
20224.7Amazon.com

Order of Private Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Private
By: Maxine Paetro, Mark Sullivan
20104.3Amazon.com
2Private London
By: Mark Pearson
20114.2Amazon.com
3Private Games
By: Mark Sullivan, Mark Sullivan
2012Amazon.com
4Private: #1 Suspect
By: Maxine Paetro
2012Amazon.com
5Private Berlin
By: Mark Sullivan, Mark Sullivan
2013Amazon.com
6Private L.A.
By: Mark Sullivan
2014Amazon.com
7Private Down Under / Oz
By: Michael White
2014Amazon.com
8Private India
By: Ashwin Sanghi
2014Amazon.com
9Private Vegas
By: Maxine Paetro
2015Amazon.com
10Private Sydney / Missing
By: Kathryn Fox
2015Amazon.com
11Private Paris
By: Mark Sullivan, Mark Sullivan
2016Amazon.com
12Private Rio / The Games
By: Mark Sullivan, Mark Sullivan
2016Amazon.com
13Private Delhi / Count to Ten
By: Ashwin Sanghi
2017Amazon.com
14Princess
By: Rees Jones
2018Amazon.com
15Private Moscow
By: Adam Hamdy
20204.6Amazon.com
16Private Rogue / Private: Missing Persons
By: Adam Hamdy
2021Amazon.com
17Private Beijing
By: Adam Hamdy
2022Amazon.com
18Private Rome
By: Adam Hamdy
2023Amazon.com
19Private Monaco
By: Adam Hamdy
2024Amazon.com

Order of Rory Yates Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Texas Ranger2018Amazon.com
2Texas Outlaw2020Amazon.com
3The Texas Murders2025Amazon.com

Order of Ruby Bozarth Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Juror #32018Amazon.com
2The Jailhouse Lawyer / Power of Attorney2021Amazon.com

Order of Shadow Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Shadow
By: Brian Sitts
2021Amazon.com
2Circle of Death
By: Brian Sitts
2023Amazon.com
3The President's Shadow
By: Richard DiLallo
2025Amazon.com

Order of Time Travel Twin Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Time Travel Twins2024Amazon.com

Order of Tom Moon Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Lost2020Amazon.com

Order of Travis McKinley Series

Order of When the Wind Blows Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1When the Wind Blows1998Amazon.com
2The Lake House2003Amazon.com

Order of Women's Murder Club Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
11st to Die2000Amazon.com
22nd Chance
By: Andrew Gross
2002Amazon.com
33rd Degree
By: Andrew Gross
20044.5Amazon.com
44th of July
By: Maxine Paetro
2005Amazon.com
5The 5th Horseman
By: Maxine Paetro
2006Amazon.com
6The 6th Target
By: Maxine Paetro
2007Amazon.com
77th Heaven
By: Maxine Paetro
2008Amazon.com
8The 8th Confession
By: Maxine Paetro
2009Amazon.com
9The 9th Judgment
By: Maxine Paetro
2010Amazon.com
1010th Anniversary
By: Maxine Paetro
20114.5Amazon.com
1111th Hour
By: Maxine Paetro
2012Amazon.com
1212th of Never
By: Maxine Paetro
2013Amazon.com
13Unlucky 13
By: Maxine Paetro
20144.4Amazon.com
1414th Deadly Sin
By: Maxine Paetro
20154.3Amazon.com
1515th Affair
By: Maxine Paetro
2016Amazon.com
1616th Seduction
By: Maxine Paetro
2017Amazon.com
17The 17th Suspect
By: Maxine Paetro
2018Amazon.com
18The 18th Abduction
By: Maxine Paetro
2019Amazon.com
19The 19th Christmas
By: Maxine Paetro
2019Amazon.com
20The 20th Victim
By: Maxine Paetro
2020Amazon.com
2121st Birthday
By: Maxine Paetro
2021Amazon.com
2222 Seconds
By: Maxine Paetro
20224.5Amazon.com
23The 23rd Midnight
By: Maxine Paetro
2023Amazon.com
24The 24th Hour
By: Maxine Paetro
2024Amazon.com
2525 Alive
By: Maxine Paetro
2025Amazon.com

Order of Zoo Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Zoo2012Amazon.com
2Zoo: The Graphic Novel2012Amazon.com
3Zoo 2 (Short Story)2016Amazon.com

Order of James Patterson Standalone Novels

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Thomas Berryman Number19763.1Amazon.com
2Season of the Machete1977Amazon.com
3See How They Run / The Jericho Commandment1979Amazon.com
4Black Market / Black Friday1986Amazon.com
5The Midnight Club1989Amazon.com
6Hide & Seek1995Amazon.com
7Cradle and All / Virgin (Remastered)1999Amazon.com
8Sam's Letters to Jennifer2001Amazon.com
9Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas2001Amazon.com
10The Beach House
By: Peter de Jonge
2002Amazon.com
11The Jester
By: Andrew Gross
2003Amazon.com
12Lifeguard
By: Andrew Gross
2005Amazon.com
13Beach Road
By: Peter de Jonge
2006Amazon.com
14Judge & Jury
By: Andrew Gross
2006Amazon.com
15The Quickie
By: Michael Ledwidge
20074.3Amazon.com
16You've Been Warned
By: Howard Roughan
2007Amazon.com
17Sundays at Tiffany's
By: Gabrielle Charbonnet
20084.4Amazon.com
18Sail
By: Howard Roughan
20084.4Amazon.com
19Swimsuit
By: Maxine Paetro
2009Amazon.com
20The Postcard Killers
By: Liza Marklund
2010Amazon.com
21Don't Blink
By: Howard Roughan
2010Amazon.com
22Toys
By: Neil McMahon
2011Amazon.com
23Now You See Her
By: Michael Ledwidge
2011Amazon.com
24Kill Me If You Can
By: Marshall Karp
2011Amazon.com
25The Christmas Wedding
By: Richard DiLallo
2011Amazon.com
26Guilty Wives
By: David Ellis
2012Amazon.com
27Mistress
By: David Ellis
2013Amazon.com
28First Love
By: Emily Raymond
2013Amazon.com
29Homeroom Diaries
By: Lisa Papademetriou
2014Amazon.com
30Public School Superhero
By: Chris Tebbetts
2015Amazon.com
31Truth or Die
By: Howard Roughan
20154.1Amazon.com
32The Murder House
By: David Ellis
20154.3Amazon.com
33Woman of God
By: Maxine Paetro
2016Amazon.com
34Word of Mouse
By: Chris Grabenstein
2016Amazon.com
35Humans, Bow Down
By: Emily Raymond
2017Amazon.com
36Pottymouth and Stoopid
By: Chris Grabenstein
2017Amazon.com
37The Store
By: Richard DiLallo
2017Amazon.com
38Expelled / The Injustice
By: Emily Raymond
2017Amazon.com
39The President Is Missing
By: Bill Clinton
2018Amazon.com
40The First Lady
By: Brendan DuBois
20184.5Amazon.com
41The House Next Door2019Amazon.com
42The Inn
By: Candice Fox
2019Amazon.com
43The Warning
By: Robison Wells
2019Amazon.com
44The Summer House
By: Brendan DuBois
20204.5Amazon.com
45Cajun Justice
By: Tucker Axum
2020Amazon.com
461st Case / Brilliant Lies
By: Chris Tebbetts
20204.5Amazon.com
47The Midwife Murders
By: Richard DiLallo
2020Amazon.com
48The Coast-to-Coast Murders
By: J.D. Barker
2020Amazon.com
49Three Women Disappear
By: Shan Serafin
2020Amazon.com
50The President's Daughter
By: Bill Clinton
2021Amazon.com
51The Noise
By: J.D. Barker
2021Amazon.com
52The Guilty2021Amazon.com
53The Horsewoman
By: Mike Lupica
2022Amazon.com
54Run, Rose, Run
By: Dolly Parton
20224.4Amazon.com
55Death of the Black Widow
By: J.D. Barker
2022Amazon.com
56The Elephant Girl
By: Ellen Banda-Aaku, Sophia Krevoy
2022Amazon.com
57The Ninth Month
By: Richard DiLallo
2022Amazon.com
58Blowback
By: Brendan DuBois
2022Amazon.com
59The Girl in the Castle
By: Emily Raymond
2022Amazon.com
60The Twelve Topsy-Turvy, Very Messy Days of Christmas
By: Tad Safran
2022Amazon.com
61Things I Wish I Told My Mother
By: Susan Patterson, Susan DiLallo
2023Amazon.com
62Lion & Lamb2023Amazon.com
63The #1 Lawyer
By: Nancy Allen
2024Amazon.com
64The Murder Inn
By: Candice Fox
2024Amazon.com
65Eruption
By: Michael Crichton
20244.2Amazon.com
66Confessions of the Dead
By: J.D. Barker
2024Amazon.com
67Lies He Told Me
By: David Ellis
20244.6Amazon.com
68Raised by Wolves
By: Emily Raymond
2024Amazon.com
69The Writer
By: J.D. Barker
2025Amazon.com
70The First Gentleman: A Thriller
By: Bill Clinton
2025Amazon.com
71Emma on Fire
By: Emily Raymond
2025Amazon.com

Order of James Patterson Short Stories/Novellas

Order of James Patterson Short Story Collections

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The House Next Door
By: Max DiLallo, Tim Arnold, Susan DiLallo
2019Amazon.com
23 Days to Live20233.9Amazon.com

Order of James Patterson Children's Books

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1SantaKid20044.6Amazon.com
2Give Please a Chance (Short Story)
By: Bill O'Reilly
2016Amazon.com
3Penguins of America (Short Story)
By: Jack Patterson
2017Amazon.com
4Laugh Out Loud
By: Chris Grabenstein
2017Amazon.com
5Give Thank You a Try (Short Story)20174.6Amazon.com
6Not So Normal Norbert
By: Joey Green
2018Amazon.com
7Unbelievably Boring Bartholomew
By: Duane Swierczynski
2018Amazon.com
8Sophia, Princess Among Beasts
By: Emily Raymond
2019Amazon.com
9Becoming Muhammad Ali
By: Kwame Alexander
2020Amazon.com
10Scaredy Cat
By: Chris Grabenstein
2021Amazon.com
11Best Nerds Forever
By: Chris Grabenstein
2021Amazon.com
12Elephant Goes Potty (Short Story)2023Amazon.com
13Fox Is Coming! (Short Story)
By: Joe Kulka
20244.5Amazon.com

Order of James Patterson Graphic Novels

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Runaway's Diary
By: Emily Raymond
20224.0Amazon.com

Order of James Patterson Non-Fiction Books

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1The Day America Told the Truth
By: Peter Kim
1991Amazon.com
2Torn Apart / Against Medical Advice / Med Head
By: Hal Friedman
2008Amazon.com
3The Murder of King Tut
By: Martin Dugard
2009Amazon.com
4Med Head: My Knock-down, Drag-out, Drugged-up Battle with My Brain
By: Hal Friedman
2010Amazon.com
5Filthy Rich
By: John Connolly, Tim Malloy
2016Amazon.com
6All-American Murder
By: Alex Abramovich, Mike Harvkey
2018Amazon.com
7The House of Kennedy / The Kennedy Curse
By: Cynthia Fagen
20204.4Amazon.com
8The Last Days of John Lennon
By: Casey Sherman
2020Amazon.com
9Walk in My Combat Boots
By: Chris Mooney
2021Amazon.com
10The Defense Lawyer
By: Benjamin Wallace
2021Amazon.com
11E.R. Nurses: True Stories from America's Greatest Unsung Heroes
By: Matt Eversmann
2021Amazon.com
12James Patterson by James Patterson: The Stories of My Life2022Amazon.com
13Diana, William, and Harry
By: Chris Mooney
2022Amazon.com
14Walk The Blue Line
By: Chris Mooney, Matt Eversmann
20234.5Amazon.com
15What Really Happens in Vegas
By: Mark Seal
2023Amazon.com
16The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians
By: Matt Eversmann
20244.4Amazon.com
17Tiger, Tiger
By: Peter de Jonge
20244.4Amazon.com
18American Heroes
By: Matt Eversmann
2024Amazon.com

Order of BookShots: Flames

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Learning to Ride (Short Story)
By: Erin Knightley
2016Amazon.com
2Sacking the Quarterback (Short Story)
By: Samantha Towle
2016Amazon.com
3The Mating Season
By: Laurie Horowitz
2016Amazon.com
4The Return (Short Story)
By: Erin Knightley
2016Amazon.com
5Bodyguard
By: Jessica Linden
2016Amazon.com
6Hot Winter Nights
By: Codi Gary
2016Amazon.com
7Seducing Shakespeare
By: Tabitha Ross
2017Amazon.com
8Bedding the Highlander
By: Sabrina York
2017Amazon.com
9Sabotage (Short Story)
By: Jessica Linden
2017Amazon.com
1050 Hidden Desires
By: Jessica Lemmon
2017Amazon.com
11Sexy Summer Flings
By: Codi Gary
2017Amazon.com
12Love Me Tender (Short Story)
By: Laurie Horowitz
2017Amazon.com
13The Experiment (Short Story)
By: HelenKay Dimon
2017Amazon.com
14The Weekend Wife (Short Story)
By: Beth Ciotta
2017Amazon.com
15Dawn's Early Light (Short Story)
By: Jessica Scott
2017Amazon.com
16Christmas Sanctuary (Short Story)
By: Lauren Hawkeye
2017Amazon.com
17Shopping for Love (Short Story)
By: Renee Carlino
2018Amazon.com
18Once Upon a Kiss (Short Story)
By: Sara Jane Stone
2018Amazon.com

Order of Bookshots: Standalone

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Let's Play Make-Believe / The Palm Beach Murders (Short Story)
By: James O. Born
2016Amazon.com
2Break Point (Short Story)
By: Lee Stone
2016Amazon.com
3Heist
By: Rees Jones
2016Amazon.com
4Airport Code Red (Short Story)
By: Michael White
20164.3Amazon.com
5The Witnesses (Short Story)
By: Brendan DuBois
2016Amazon.com
6Little Black Dress (Short Story)
By: Emily Raymond
2016Amazon.com
7Dead Heat
By: Lee Stone
20163.6Amazon.com
8The Pretender
By: Andrew Bourelle
2016Amazon.com
9Hunted (Short Story)
By: Andrew Holmes
20164.3Amazon.com
10113 Minutes (Short Story)
By: Max DiLallo
2016Amazon.com
11Trump vs. Clinton (Short Story)2016Amazon.com
12The Women's War
By: Hilary Liftin
2016Amazon.com
13$10,000,000 Marriage Proposal
By: Hilary Liftin
2016Amazon.com
14Taking the Titanic
By: Scott Slaven
2016Amazon.com
15Come and Get Us
By: Shan Serafin
2016Amazon.com
16The House Husband (Short Story)
By: Duane Swierczynski
2017Amazon.com
17The Shut-In
By: Duane Swierczynski
20174.3Amazon.com
18Night Sniper
By: Christopher Charles
2017Amazon.com
19Diary of a Succubus
By: Derek Nikitas
2017Amazon.com
20Stealing Gulfstreams (Short Story)
By: Max DiLallo
2017Amazon.com
21The Lawyer Lifeguard
By: Doug Allyn
2017Amazon.com
22Stingrays
By: Duane Swierczynski
2017Amazon.com
23Nooners (Short Story)
By: Tim Arnold
2017Amazon.com
24Steeplechase (Short Story)
By: Scott Slaven
2017Amazon.com
25Deadly Cargo
By: Will Jordan
2017Amazon.com
26The Dolls (Short Story)
By: Kecia Bal
2017Amazon.com
27The Family Lawyer
By: Rachel Howzell Hall
20174.1Amazon.com
28Dead Man Running (Short Story)
By: Christopher Farnsworth
2017Amazon.com
29Scott Free
By: Rob Hart
2017Amazon.com
30Absolute Zero
By: Ed Chatterton
2017Amazon.com
31You've Been Warned - Again (Short Story)
By: Derek Nikitas
2017Amazon.com
32The Exile (Short Story)
By: Alison Joseph
2017Amazon.com
33The Moores Are Missing & The Housewife
By: Loren D. Estleman, Sam Hawken
2017Amazon.com
34Avalanche (Short Story)
By: David Inglish
20173.9Amazon.com
35Kill and Tell (Short Story)
By: Scott Slaven
20173.9Amazon.com
36The Doctor's Plot2018Amazon.com
37The 13-Minute Murder
By: Shan Serafin
2019Amazon.com

Order of Discovery's Murder is Forever Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Murder, Interrupted
By: Christopher Charles, Alex Abramovich
2018Amazon.com
2Home Sweet Murder
By: Scott Slaven, Andrew Bourelle
2018Amazon.com
3Murder Beyond the Grave
By: Christopher Charles, Andrew Bourelle
2018Amazon.com
4Murder Thy Neighbor
By: Max DiLallo, Andrew Bourelle
20204.4Amazon.com
5Murder of Innocence
By: Max DiLallo, Andrew Bourelle
2020Amazon.com
6Till Murder Do Us Part
By: Max DiLallo, Andrew Bourelle
2021Amazon.com

Order of Middle School Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life
By: Chris Tebbetts
2011Amazon.com
2Get Me Out of Here!
By: Chris Tebbetts
2012Amazon.com
3How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill
By: Chris Tebbetts
2013Amazon.com
4My Brother is a Big, Fat Liar
By: Lisa Papademetriou
2013Amazon.com
5Ultimate Showdown
By: Julia Bergen
2014Amazon.com
6How I Got Lost in London20144.2Amazon.com
7Save Rafe!
By: Chris Tebbetts
2014Amazon.com
8Just My Rotten Luck
By: Chris Tebbetts
2015Amazon.com
9Going Bush
By: Martin Chatterton
2016Amazon.com
10Dog's Best Friend
By: Chris Tebbetts
2016Amazon.com
11Hollywood 101
By: Martin Chatterton
2016Amazon.com
12Escape to Australia / Million-Dollar Mess Down Under
By: Martin Chatterton
2017Amazon.com
13From Hero to Zero
By: Chris Tebbetts
2017Amazon.com
14Born to Rock
By: Chris Tebbetts
2019Amazon.com
15Master of Disaster
By: Chris Tebbetts
2020Amazon.com
16Field Trip Fiasco
By: Martin Chatterton
2021Amazon.com
17It's a Zoo in Here!
By: Brian Sitts
2022Amazon.com
18Winter Blunderland
By: Brian Sitts
2022Amazon.com
19Too Uncool for School:2025Amazon.com

Order of Witch & Wizard Graphic Novels Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Battle for Shadowland2010Amazon.com
2Operation Zero2011Amazon.com
3Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 1
By: Gabrielle Charbonnet, Svetlana Chmakova
2011Amazon.com
4Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 2
By: Ned Rust, Svetlana Chmakova
2012Amazon.com
5Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 3
By: Jill Dembowski, Svetlana Chmakova
2013Amazon.com

Order of Witch & Wizard Series

# Title Year Rating Book Link
1Witch & Wizard
By: Gabrielle Charbonnet
2009Amazon.com
2The Gift
By: Ned Rust
2010Amazon.com
3The Fire
By: Jill Dembowski
2011Amazon.com
4The Kiss
By: Jill Dembowski
2013Amazon.com
5The Lost
By: Emily Raymond
2014Amazon.com

James Patterson: A Literary Titan in Crime and Adventure

James Patterson is a prolific American author known for his captivating storytelling and the creation of some of the most beloved characters in the genres of thriller, mystery, and children’s literature. Born on March 22, 1947, in Newburgh, New York, Patterson's journey to becoming a bestselling author has been marked by an unwavering dedication to his craft and an enviable ability to engage readers across multiple demographics.

Early Life and Education

Patterson grew up in a modest household and showed an early interest in reading and writing. He attended the University of Connecticut, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English, followed by a Master of Arts in English from Vanderbilt University. His academic foundation laid the groundwork for a career that would ultimately transform the landscape of popular literature.

Career Beginnings and Breakthrough

Before conquering the literary world, Patterson had a successful career in advertising, serving as an executive at J. Walter Thompson. The skills he honed in marketing helped him create stories that resonated with the public. In 1976, he published his first novel, “The Thomas Berryman Number,” which won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel. However, it wasn't until the release of "Along Came A Spider" in 1993 that he gained massive recognition. This novel introduced the world to Alex Cross, a criminal psychologist and detective, and quickly became a bestseller.

Iconic Series and Characters

Patterson's prolific nature has led him to create numerous series and characters that have become household names. His most famous series include:

  1. Alex Cross Series: Following the exploits of a brilliant detective and psychologist, this series has sold millions of copies worldwide. The character has appeared in over 30 novels, many of which have been adapted into films.

  2. Women's Murder Club: Co-created with co-author Maxine Paetro, this series features a group of female friends who work together to solve crimes, combining elements of mystery and camaraderie.

  3. Michael Bennett: This series follows a New York City detective balancing his demanding job and his family life.

  4. Maximum Ride: This young adult series targets a younger audience with its thrilling tales of genetically engineered children with the ability to fly.

  5. Private: Focused on a former San Francisco detective who now runs a high-profile private investigation agency, this series encapsulates Patterson’s signature blend of suspense and intricate plots.

Beyond his thrilling series, Patterson has ventured into standalone novels, including "Invisible" and "Confessions," each showcasing his talent for crafting compelling narratives.

Expanding Horizons

Patterson’s versatility is evident in his willingness to diversify his portfolio. He has authored graphic novels, children's books—including the popular “Middle School” series—and even ventured into non-fiction. His partnership with various co-authors, such as David Ellis for the “Stand Alone Novels” and others, illustrates his collaborative spirit and passion for story-telling.

His Bookshots series offer shorter, more digestible tales, perfect for readers seeking quick, engaging reads. This innovation exemplifies Patterson’s keen understanding of audience needs in a fast-paced world.

Impact and Philanthropy

James Patterson's impact on literature is profound, with over 400 million copies of his books sold globally, making him one of the most successful authors in history. He has received numerous literary awards, solidifying his status as a master storyteller.

Beyond writing, Patterson is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in promoting reading and literacy among children. Through his foundation, he has donated millions to support libraries, schools, and education initiatives, emphasizing his commitment to fostering a love for reading in young people.

Conclusion

James Patterson's prolific writing and innovative storytelling have reshaped the realms of thrillers and children's literature. With a multitude of bestselling series and standalone novels to his name, his contributions to the world of literature are immeasurable. As he continues to write and inspire future generations of readers and writers, Patterson remains a towering figure in the landscape of modern literature—an author whose stories will endure for years to come.

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