A.W. Hartoin Reading Order
7 series · 46 books
A.W. Hartoin is a prolific American writer known for her captivating mystery and fantasy novels. With 46 books spread across seven series, including the notable Mercy Watts Mysteries and Afterlife Issues, her work invites readers into imaginative worlds filled with intrigue and adventure. Active from 2012 to 2026, Hartoin showcases her storytelling prowess through unique series like Stella Bled and Son of a Witch.
Afterlife Issues Series
Ongoing6 books (2023–2025)
Start with A Trunk, a Canoe, and all the Barbecue, the first of 6 books in the Afterlife Issues series.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | 25 Years in the Rearview Mirror 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Away From Whipplethorn Series
Complete6 books (2012–2016)
Start with A Fairy's Guide to Disaster, the first of 6 books in the Away From Whipplethorn series.
Mercy Watts Mysteries Series
Ongoing21 books (2012–2025)
Start with Coke with a Twist, the first of 21 books in the Mercy Watts Mysteries series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Coke with a Twist 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Touch and Go 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  A Good Man Gone 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Diver Down 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Nowhere Fast 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Double Black Diamond 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Dry Spell 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Drop Dead Red 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | In the Worst Way 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | A Sin and a Shame 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Wife of Riley 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Brain Trust 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | My Bad Grandad 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Down and Dirty 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | Small Time Crime 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Bottle Blonde 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Mean Evergreen 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Silver Bells at Hotel Hell 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | So Long Gone 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | Black Bandana 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Origin Story 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Son of a Witch Series
Ongoing2 books (2012–2024)
Start with It Started with a Whisper and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2012–2012)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  It Started with a Whisper 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Stella Bled Series
Ongoing9 books (2018–2026)
Start with The Paris Package, the first of 9 books in the Stella Bled series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has A.W. Hartoin written?
- A.W. Hartoin has written 46 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each A.W. Hartoin series?
- Here are the first books in A.W. Hartoin's series: Afterlife Issues: A Trunk, a Canoe, and all the Barbecue; Away From Whipplethorn: A Fairy's Guide to Disaster; Mercy Watts Mysteries: Coke with a Twist; Son of a Witch: It Started with a Whisper; Stella Bled: The Paris Package.
- What order should I read A.W. Hartoin's books?
- We recommend reading A.W. Hartoin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is A.W. Hartoin still writing new books?
- Yes, A.W. Hartoin has 4 ongoing series: Afterlife Issues, Mercy Watts Mysteries, Son of a Witch, Stella Bled.