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Amanda M. Lee Reading Order

24 series Β· 236 books

Amanda M. Lee is a prolific fantasy and mystery writer who has built an expansive literary universe across nearly two dozen interconnected series. Her work spans cozy mysteries and urban fantasy, with particularly strong followings around her Nightshade Detective Agency and Aisling Grimlock franchises, the latter featuring extensive collections and spinoff novellas that have captivated readers since 2011. With over 229 books published and counting into 2027, Lee has established herself as a master of character-driven mysteries blended with magical elements and supernatural intrigue.

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A Nightshade Detective Agency Cozy Mystery Series

Ongoing

3 books (2026–2027)

Amanda M. Lee's Nightshade Detective Agency series blends fantasy and mystery in a cozy format with three books published starting in 2026, with the series still ongoing. Read the books in publication order beginning with Survival of the Witchiest, followed by Witches With Benefits and Born Under a Witchy Sign to follow the story as intended.

Start with Survival of the Witchiest and read in order.

Start this series with Survival of the Witchiest

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Survival of the Witchiest
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Witches With Benefits
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Born Under a Witchy Sign

Aisling Grimlock Series

Complete

9 books (2014–2018)

The Aisling Grimlock series comprises nine fantasy mystery novels written by Amanda M. Lee, published between 2014 and 2018. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Grim Tidings and concluding with Grim Vows. This finished series blends fantasy and thriller elements across its full arc.

Start with Grim Tidings, the first of 9 books in the Aisling Grimlock series.

Aisling Grimlock Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2018–2018)

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Aisling Grimlock Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

6 books (2018–2019)

Amanda M. Lee's Aisling Grimlock Short Stories and Novellas series consists of six complete fantasy and mystery entries published between 2018 and 2019. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Grim & Bear It and continuing through Grim & The City, Grim Like Me, Now & Grim, The Grim & The Dead, and Jerry Takes Charge. This finished series combines supernatural fantasy with mystery and thriller elements across its interconnected short works.

Start with Grim & Bear It, the first of 6 books in the Aisling Grimlock Short Stories/Novellas series.

Avery Shaw Mystery Series

Ongoing

27 books (2011–2026)

The Avery Shaw Mystery series spans 27 books published between 2011 and 2026, with the saga still ongoing. Beginning with Who, What, Where, When, Die, readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the full story arc. This fantasy-mystery series blends supernatural and investigative elements across its expanding catalog of titles.

Start with Who, What, Where, When, Die, the first of 27 books in the Avery Shaw Mystery series.

Start this series with Who, What, Where, When, Die

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Who, What, Where, When, Die
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If It Bleeds, It Leads
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Shot Off the Presses
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The Preditorial Page
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Headlines & Deadlines
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Misprints & Mistakes
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Unwritten & Underwater
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Extra! Extra! Dead All About It
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On Deadline & Under Fire
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Above the Fold & Below the Belt
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Oracles & Obituaries
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New Media & Old Grudges
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Hard Hitting & Misleading
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Weddings & Whodunits
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Fake News & Office Blues
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Opinionated & Out of Control
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Overedited & Underpaid
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Press Releases & Puff Pieces
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Banner Headlines & Late Deadlines
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Bossy Nos & Circulation Woes
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Big Love in the Big Easy Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2022–2022)

Amanda M. Lee's Big Love in the Big Easy series comprises three fantasy-mystery novels published in 2022, following publication order from From Bad to Cursed through Under the Influence. The series appears to be complete based on available information. Readers should begin with the first installment and proceed sequentially to fully experience the interconnected storyline.

Start with From Bad to Cursed and read in order.

Start this series with From Bad to Cursed

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Charlie Rhodes Series

Ongoing

16 books (2017–2024)

The Charlie Rhodes series is an ongoing fantasy mystery collection consisting of 16 books published between 2017 and 2024, with titles like The Bigfoot Blunder, The Chupacabra Catastrophe, and The Rougarou Rigmarole that playfully reference various cryptids and supernatural creatures. Amanda M. Lee's series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Bigfoot Blunder and continuing through the most recent installment. The series blends fantasy and mystery elements across its expanding catalog, with new entries continuing to be released.

Start with The Bigfoot Blunder, the first of 16 books in the Charlie Rhodes series.

Start this series with The Bigfoot Blunder

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The Chupacabra Catastrophe
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The Megalodon Mix-Up
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The Banshee Brouhaha
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The Killer Clown Calamity
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The Asylum Aberration
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The Wendigo Whoop-De-Doo
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The Haunted Hotel Hoopla
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The Rougarou Rigmarole
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The Grim Reaper Gaffe

Covenant College Series

Complete

6 books (2012–2019)

The Covenant College series is a complete six-book fantasy mystery sequence by Amanda M. Lee, published between 2012 and 2019. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Awakening and concluding with Wolf on the Job. This series blends fantasy and thriller elements across its full arc, offering a self-contained story that spans from introduction through conclusion.

Start with Awakening, the first of 6 books in the Covenant College series.

Death Gate Grim Reapers Thriller Series

Likely Complete

9 books (2018–2022)

The Death Gate Grim Reapers Thriller series comprises nine books written by Amanda M. Lee between 2018 and 2022. This fantasy mystery thriller sequence should be read in publication order, beginning with Only the Lonely and concluding with Only the Grim. The series appears to be complete as of now.

Start with Only the Lonely, the first of 9 books in the Death Gate Grim Reapers Thriller series.

Dying Covenant Series

Complete

3 books (2017–2017)

Amanda M. Lee's Dying Covenant trilogy is a complete fantasy mystery series consisting of three books published in 2017. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Desperate Covenant, followed by Everlasting Covenant, and concluding with Haunted Covenant. This interconnected narrative blends fantasy and thriller elements across its three installments.

Start with Desperate Covenant and read in order.

Start this series with Desperate Covenant

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Everlasting Covenant
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Elemental Witches Of Eternal Springs Series

Complete

4 books (2018–2018)

The Elemental Witches Of Eternal Springs is a complete fantasy mystery series comprising four books published in 2018. These interconnected novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Bat Out of Spell and continuing through Hotter Than Spell, Spell on Earth, and Spell or High Water. The series blends witchcraft, elemental magic, and mystery elements throughout its storyline.

Start with Bat Out of Spell, the first of 4 books in the Elemental Witches Of Eternal Springs series.

Start this series with Bat Out of Spell

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Hotter Than Spell(By: Annabel Chase)
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Spell on Earth(By: Leighann Dobbs)
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Spell or High Water(By: Gina LaManna)

Living Covenant Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2016)

The Living Covenant series is a three-book fantasy mystery trilogy by Amanda M. Lee, completing between 2016 and its conclusion. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Dark Covenant, followed by Eternal Covenant and Rising Covenant, as each installment builds upon the previous narrative.

Start with Dark Covenant and read in order.

Luna Thorn Witchy Mysteries Series

Ongoing

9 books (2023–2027)

The Luna Thorn Witchy Mysteries series comprises eight fantasy-mystery novels by Amanda M. Lee, published between 2023 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Readers should begin with Monster Mayhem and proceed in publication order through the complete sequence, which includes Perilous Potions, Hexy Hijinks, Undead Urges, Karma Killer, Sinister SΓ©ance, Jealous Jinxes, Vexing Vampires, and Grim Ghouls. This series blends fantasy and mystery elements throughout its arc.

Start with Monster Mayhem, the first of 8 books in the Luna Thorn Witchy Mysteries series.

Moonstone Bay Cozy Mystery Series

Ongoing

19 books (2017–2027)

The Moonstone Bay Cozy Mystery series by Amanda M. Lee comprises 19 books published between 2017 and 2027, with the series still ongoing. This fantasy-mystery collection should be read in publication order, beginning with Witchin' USA and continuing through the latest installment. The series blends cozy mystery elements with supernatural themes across its expanding catalog of interconnected stories.

Start with Witchin' USA, the first of 19 books in the Moonstone Bay Cozy Mystery series.

Mystic Caravan Mysteries Series

Ongoing

24 books (2016–2027)

The Mystic Caravan Mysteries is an ongoing fantasy mystery series by Amanda M. Lee featuring 23 books published between 2016 and 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Freaky Days and continuing through the complete list of releases. This collection blends fantasy and mystery elements across its interconnected narratives, with entries like Luke on the Loose breaking from the "Freaky" title pattern while maintaining the series continuity.

Start with Freaky Days, the first of 23 books in the Mystic Caravan Mysteries series.

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2019–2019)

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Magical Muck-Up: Five Cozy Mystery Shorts

Spell's Angels Series

Ongoing

17 books (2019–2027)

The Spell's Angels series by Amanda M. Lee is an ongoing fantasy mystery collection spanning 16 books published between 2019 and 2026. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Bad to the Crone and continuing through the most recent entries. The series combines elements of fantasy and thriller genres across its expanding catalog.

Start with Bad to the Crone, the first of 16 books in the Spell's Angels series.

Start this series with Bad to the Crone

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Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

6 books (2024–2026)

Amanda M. Lee's Standalone Novels series comprises six books published between 2024 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. Written under the pen name Avery Kane, these fantasy and mystery thriller entries should be read in publication order, beginning with An Acquired Taste and continuing through One Life to Loathe, The Main Event, All Bets Are Off, Can't Win 'Em All, and Read It and Weep. While each book functions as a standalone entry, reading them in the order they were released provides the intended experience.

Start with An Acquired Taste(As: Avery Kane), the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with An Acquired Taste(As: Avery Kane)

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An Acquired Taste(As: Avery Kane)
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One Life to Loathe(As: Avery Kane)
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The Main Event(As: Avery Kane)
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All Bets Are Off(As: Avery Kane)
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Can't Win 'Em All(As: Avery Kane)
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Read It and Weep(As: Avery Kane)

The Shadow Sinners Series

Complete

1 book (2021–2021)

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The Ruthless Gangster

The Snow Must Go On Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2023–2023)

Amanda M. Lee's The Snow Must Go On is a three-book fantasy mystery series published in 2023, consisting of On Thin Ice, Shake Up & Smell the Coffee, and The Snowball Effect. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order. These standalone entries blend fantasy and thriller elements throughout the trilogy.

Start with On Thin Ice and read in order.

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Shake Up & Smell the Coffee
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Two Broomsticks Gas & Grill Series

Ongoing

14 books (2020–2026)

The Two Broomsticks Gas & Grill series is an ongoing fantasy mystery collection by Amanda M. Lee comprising 13 books published between 2020 and 2026. These novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Caffeinated Calamity and continuing through Breaking the Mold and Drunk & Disorderly. The series blends fantasy and mystery-thriller elements across its interconnected installments.

Start with Caffeinated Calamity, the first of 13 books in the Two Broomsticks Gas & Grill series.

Start this series with Caffeinated Calamity

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Caffeinated Calamity
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A Little Slice of Death
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As the Cookie Crumbles
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The Secret's in the Sauce
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Sinister Snack Attack
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Once Bitten, Twice Dead
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Wicked Witches of the Midwest Fantasy Series

Complete

6 books (2015–2018)

The Wicked Witches of the Midwest Fantasy series consists of six complete books published between 2015 and 2018, blending fantasy with mystery and thriller elements. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with Witchy Tales and continuing through Close Encounters of the Witchy Kind. The series concludes with the sixth installment, providing a finished narrative arc for those seeking a complete fantasy mystery experience.

Start with Witchy Tales, the first of 6 books in the Wicked Witches of the Midwest Fantasy series.

Wicked Witches of the Midwest Mysteries Series

Ongoing

31 books (2012–2027)

The Wicked Witches of the Midwest Mysteries series consists of 29 books published between 2012 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. This fantasy mystery collection should be read in publication order, beginning with Any Witch Way You Can. Amanda M. Lee has crafted an expansive universe that blends magical elements with mystery and thriller components across titles ranging from early entries like Every Witch Way But Wicked to recent additions such as Witchin' Around the Clock and beyond.

Start with Any Witch Way You Can, the first of 29 books in the Wicked Witches of the Midwest Mysteries series.

Start this series with Any Witch Way You Can

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Any Witch Way You Can
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Every Witch Way But Wicked
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Witching You Were Here
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Something to Witch About
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Charms & Witchdemeanors
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The Trouble with Witches
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A Witch Before Dying
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A Breath of Witchy Air
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Flip the Witch Switch
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Witchin' Around the Clock
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My Big Fat Witch Wedding
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Friday The Witchteenth
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Lights, Cameras, Witches
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All Quiet On the Witchy Front
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The Usual Witchspects
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Witch Like No One Is Watching
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The Long Witch Goodnight
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Every Witch For Herself

Wicked Witches of the Midwest Shorts Series

Complete

15 books (2015–2017)

The Wicked Witches of the Midwest Shorts series consists of 15 short books published between 2015 and 2017, blending fantasy and mystery elements. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Careful What You Witch For and concluding with Thistle While You Work. Each installment explores the supernatural adventures of witches navigating life in the Midwest, with several entries timed to seasonal celebrations throughout the year.

Start with Careful What You Witch For, the first of 15 books in the Wicked Witches of the Midwest Shorts series.

Start this series with Careful What You Witch For

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Careful What You Witch For
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On a Witch and a Prayer
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A Solstice Celebration
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How Aunt Tillie Stole Christmas
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Thistle While You Work

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Amanda M. Lee written?
Amanda M. Lee has written 236 books across 24 series. Their published works span from 2011 to 2027.
What is the first book in each Amanda M. Lee series?
Here are the first books in Amanda M. Lee's series: A Nightshade Detective Agency Cozy Mystery: Survival of the Witchiest; Aisling Grimlock: Grim Tidings; Aisling Grimlock Short Stories/Novellas: Grim & Bear It; Avery Shaw Mystery: Who, What, Where, When, Die; Big Love in the Big Easy: From Bad to Cursed.
What order should I read Amanda M. Lee's books?
We recommend reading Amanda M. Lee's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Amanda M. Lee still writing new books?
Yes, Amanda M. Lee has 10 ongoing series: A Nightshade Detective Agency Cozy Mystery, Avery Shaw Mystery, Charlie Rhodes, Luna Thorn Witchy Mysteries, Moonstone Bay Cozy Mystery and 5 more.

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