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4 series Β· 26 books Β· Born 1949

April Smith is a mystery and thriller writer whose career spans multiple decades and formats. She has created four distinct series including the Ana Grey mysteries and Canine Capers, alongside numerous standalone works, with a total output of 26 books published between 1977 and 2021. Smith's work appeals particularly to young adult readers seeking suspenseful narratives and engaging series fiction.

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Ana Grey Series

Complete

4 books (1994–2011)

The Ana Grey mystery series consists of four books published between 1994 and 2011, following detective Ana Grey through interconnected cases spanning nearly two decades. Beginning with North of Montana and continuing through Good Morning, Killer, Judas Horse, and concluding with White Shotgun, the series should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the character's development and the evolving investigations. The complete series combines elements of crime mystery and thriller storytelling crafted for adult and young adult readers.

Start with North of Montana, the first of 4 books in the Ana Grey series.

Start this series with North of Montana

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Books for Teachers Series

Likely Complete

14 books (2016–2021)

The Books for Teachers series comprises 14 practical guides published between 2016 and 2021, offering classroom strategies and tools for educators across grade levels. Authored by various education specialists, the series covers topics ranging from Google Classroom integration and project-based learning to number talks, morning meetings, and teacher well-being. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Introduction to Google Classroom. Each book functions as a standalone resource while contributing to a comprehensive collection of classroom management and instructional techniques.

Start with Introduction to Google Classroom(By: Annie Brock), the first of 14 books in the Books for Teachers series.

Start this series with Introduction to Google Classroom(By: Annie Brock)

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Introduction to Google Classroom(By: Annie Brock)
2
Anchor Charts for 1st to 5th Grade Teachers(By: Chynell Moore)
3
Design Thinking in the Classroom(By: David Lee)
4
Project Based Learning Made Simple
5
Take Me Out to the Math Game(By: Erin Highling)
6
Visible Learning Day by Day(By: Felicia Durden)
7
Classroom-Ready Number Talks for Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade Teachers(By: Nancy Hughes)
8
Introduction to Google Classroom(By: Annie Brock)
9
Morning Meetings and Closing Circles(By: Monica Dunbar)
10
Cover of Thank You a Latte(By: Stephanie MacKay)
Thank You a Latte(By: Stephanie MacKay)
11
The Supportive Classroom(By: Laura Anderson,Jon Bowen)
12
Cover of The Ultimate Teacher Appreciation Gift Book(By: Annie Brock)
The Ultimate Teacher Appreciation Gift Book(By: Annie Brock)
13
Don't Just Survive, Thrive(By: SaraJane Herrboldt,Kay Waterson)
14
Getting Started with Teacher Clarity(By: Marine Freibrun)

Canine Capers Series

Complete

3 books (2003–2006)

April Smith's Canine Capers is a complete mystery series comprising three books published between 2003 and 2006. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Case of the Posturing Principal, followed by The Case of the Smoking Supervisor and The Case of the Mendacious Medicine Man. This young adult mystery series blends thriller elements across its three standalone investigations.

Start with The Case of the Posturing Principal and read in order.

Start this series with The Case of the Posturing Principal

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The Case of the Posturing Principal
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The Case of the Smoking Supervisor
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The Case of the Mendacious Medicine Man

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

5 books (1977–2017)

April Smith's five standalone novels span four decades from 1977 to 2017 and should be read in publication order: James at 15, Friends, Be the One, A Star for Mrs. Blake, and Home Sweet Home. Though each book stands alone as an independent story, reading them in sequence provides insight into the author's evolution across mystery, thriller, and young adult genres. The series is now complete.

Start with James at 15, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has April Smith written?
April Smith has written 26 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1977 to 2021.
What is the first book in each April Smith series?
Here are the first books in April Smith's series: Ana Grey: North of Montana; Books for Teachers: Introduction to Google Classroom(By: Annie Brock); Canine Capers: The Case of the Posturing Principal.
What order should I read April Smith's books?
We recommend reading April Smith's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are April Smith's series complete?
April Smith has 3 completed series.

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