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13 series · 255 books

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Akashic Noir Series

Ongoing

121 books (2002–2025)

The Akashic Noir series is an extensive anthology collection featuring noir-themed crime fiction from 2002 to present. With 121 books published across this ongoing series, the collection spans diverse urban settings from San Francisco to London, with entries like Brooklyn Noir, Chicago Noir, and Manhattan Noir showcasing regional crime stories. Readers should begin with San Francisco Noir and follow the publication order to experience how the series evolved. Each volume collects short fiction celebrating the noir tradition through location-specific perspectives.

Start with San Francisco Noir, the first of 121 books in the Akashic Noir series.

Start this series with San Francisco Noir

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San Francisco Noir
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Seattle Noir
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Brooklyn Noir
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Hasidic Noir
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Brooklyn Noir 2
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Chicago Noir
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9
Baltimore Noir
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11
12
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Manhattan Noir
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14
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Twin Cities Noir
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Detroit Noir
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Los Angeles Noir
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New Orleans Noir
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Wall Street Noir
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Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth
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Istanbul Noir
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Las Vegas Noir
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Manhattan Noir 2
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Toronto Noir
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Trinidad Noir
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Phoenix Noir
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Portland Noir
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34
San Francisco Noir 2
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Copenhagen Noir
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37
Indian Country Noir
38
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Lone Star Noir
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Los Angeles Noir 2
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Mexico City Noir
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Orange County Noir
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Philadelphia Noir
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Richmond Noir
45
Barcelona Noir
46
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Cape Cod Noir
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New Jersey Noir
48
Pittsburgh Noir
49
San Diego Noir
50
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Boston Noir 2
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Kansas City Noir
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Kingston Noir
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Long Island Noir
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St. Petersburg Noir
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Staten Island Noir
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Buffalo Noir
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Haiti Noir 2
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Belfast Noir
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Helsinki Noir
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Singapore Noir
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Tel Aviv Noir
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Chicago Noir: The Classics
72
Marseille Noir
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Memphis Noir
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Providence Noir
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Brussels Noir
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Mississippi Noir
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New Orleans Noir: The Classics
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San Juan Noir
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St. Louis Noir
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Stockholm Noir
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Atlanta Noir
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Buenos Aires Noir
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Montana Noir
86
Montreal Noir
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New Haven Noir
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Oakland Noir
89
Trinidad Noir: The Classics
90
Baghdad Noir
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Hong Kong Noir
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Marrakech Noir
95
Santa Cruz Noir
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São Paulo Noir
98
Vancouver Noir
99
Amsterdam Noir
100
Houston Noir
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Milwaukee Noir
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Addis Ababa Noir
104
Alabama Noir
105
Belgrade Noir
106
Berkeley Noir
107
Columbus Noir
108
Miami Noir: The Classics
109
Nairobi Noir
110
Santa Fe Noir
111
Tampa Bay Noir
112
Palm Springs Noir
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114
Paris Noir: The Suburbs
115
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South Central Noir
116
Cleveland Noir
117
East Jerusalem Noir
118
West Jerusalem Noir
119
Honolulu Noir
120
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Hamburg Noir
121
Sacramento Noir

Alex Cross Series

Ongoing

34 books (1992–2026)

The Alex Cross series is a 33-book mystery thriller franchise that began in 1992 and remains ongoing. Created by James Patterson with later books co-written by Brendan DuBois, the series should be read in publication order, starting with Along Came a Spider. New installments continue to be released through 2026, offering fans an expanding collection of crime and suspense narratives.

Start with Along Came a Spider(By: James Patterson), the first of 33 books in the Alex Cross series.

Start this series with Along Came a Spider(By: James Patterson)

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Along Came a Spider(By: James Patterson)
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Kiss the Girls(By: James Patterson)
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Jack & Jill(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Cat & Mouse(By: James Patterson)
Cat & Mouse(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Pop Goes the Weasel(By: James Patterson)
Pop Goes the Weasel(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Roses Are Red(By: James Patterson)
Roses Are Red(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Violets Are Blue(By: James Patterson)
Violets Are Blue(By: James Patterson)
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Four Blind Mice(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of The Big Bad Wolf(By: James Patterson)
The Big Bad Wolf(By: James Patterson)
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London Bridges(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Mary, Mary(By: James Patterson)
Mary, Mary(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Cross / Alex Cross(By: James Patterson)
Cross / Alex Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Double Cross(By: James Patterson)
Double Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Cross Country(By: James Patterson)
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I, Alex Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Cross Fire(By: James Patterson)
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Kill Alex Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Alex Cross, Run(By: James Patterson)
Alex Cross, Run(By: James Patterson)
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Cross My Heart(By: James Patterson)
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Hope to Die(By: James Patterson)
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Cross Justice(By: James Patterson)
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Cross the Line(By: James Patterson)
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The People vs. Alex Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Target(By: James Patterson)
Target(By: James Patterson)
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Criss Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Cover of Deadly Cross(By: James Patterson)
Deadly Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Fear No Evil(By: James Patterson)
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Triple Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Alex Cross Must Die / Cross Out(By: James Patterson)
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Cross Down(With: James Patterson)
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The House of Cross(By: James Patterson)
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Return of the Spider(By: James Patterson)
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Cross and Sampson(By: James Patterson,Brian Sitts)
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The Family Cross(By: James Patterson)

Amy Cornwall Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2019–2023)

Brendan DuBois's Amy Cornwall series consists of two mystery thrillers published between 2019 and 2023. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Cornwalls Are Gone, followed by Countdown.

Start with The Cornwalls Are Gone / The Cornwalls Vanish / Out of Sight and read in order.

Start this series with The Cornwalls Are Gone / The Cornwalls Vanish / Out of Sight

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The Cornwalls Are Gone / The Cornwalls Vanish / Out of Sight
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Anthologies Series

Complete

40 books (1998–2022)

Brendan DuBois edited 33 anthologies between 1998 and 2020, completing this collection with a diverse range of themed volumes covering mystery, crime, fantasy, historical fiction, and other genres. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Canine Crimes and concluding with the final entry in 2020. These standalone anthologies feature contributions from various authors and span specialized topics such as lighthouse hauntings, Civil War fantasy, Dickens-inspired mysteries, and sports-themed crime stories. The complete series offers readers an extensive exploration of short fiction across multiple genres and thematic collections.

Start with Canine Crimes, the first of 33 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with Canine Crimes

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Canine Crimes
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Once Upon a Crime
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The Night Awakens
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The Best American Mystery Stories 1999
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Civil War Fantastic
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Cover of Rapunzel's Revenge
Rapunzel's Revenge
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Cover of The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 2
The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 2
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Cover of Lighthouse Hauntings
Lighthouse Hauntings
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Cover of The Mighty Johns
The Mighty Johns
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The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 3
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Kittens, Cats, and Crime
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Murder at the Foul Line
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The Best American Mystery Stories 2003
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Death By Dickens
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The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 5
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Galileo's Children
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Death Do Us Part
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Future Weapons of War
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Cover of At the Scene of the Crime
At the Scene of the Crime
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Crimes by Moonlight
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The Best American Mystery Stories 2011
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In Pursuit of Spenser
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The Malfeasance Occasional
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Fiction River Special Edition
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Cover of The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection
The Year's Best Science Fiction: Thirty-First Annual Collection
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Manhattan Mayhem
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Crime Plus Music
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Racing the Clock
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The Year's Best Military & Adventure SF 2015
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Cover of The Best American Mystery Stories 2017
The Best American Mystery Stories 2017
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Florida Happens
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Crime Travel
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Mystery Tribune / Issue Nº11: Fall 2019
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The Beat of Black Wings
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Writers Crushing COVID-19
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Mystery Tribune / Issue Nº16
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Edgar & Shamus Go Golden
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Mystery Tribune / Issue Nº18

Bookshots: Owen Taylor Series

Complete

2 books (2017–2017)

The Bookshots: Owen Taylor series is a two-book mystery and thriller collection by Brendan DuBois, published in 2017. Both titles, After the End and The End, should be read in publication order to fully follow the narrative. The series is complete with no additional entries planned.

Start with After the End and read in order.

Start this series with After the End

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After the End
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Dark Victory Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2018)

Brendan DuBois's Dark Victory trilogy consists of three books published between 2016 and 2018 and should be read in publication order. The series is complete, comprising Dark Victory, Red Vengeance, and Black Triumph. These mystery and thriller novels blend elements of action and adventure throughout the trilogy.

Start with Dark Victory and read in order.

Start this series with Dark Victory

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Dark Victory
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Red Vengeance
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Black Triumph

Empire of the North Series

Complete

3 books (2012–2012)

The Empire of the North trilogy by Brendan DuBois consists of three mystery and action-adventure novels following a connected narrative. Published in 2012, the complete series should be read in publication order beginning with The Noble Prince, followed by The Noble Prisoner and The Noble Warrior. This finished trilogy blends elements of thriller, adventure, and mystery storytelling across its three installments.

Start with The Noble Prince and read in order.

Start this series with The Noble Prince

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The Noble Prince
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The Noble Prisoner
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The Noble Warrior

Lewis Cole Series

Ongoing

12 books (1994–2024)

The Lewis Cole mystery series by Brendan DuBois consists of 12 books published from 1994 to 2024, with new entries still appearing. The series follows a consistent protagonist and should be read in publication order, beginning with Dead Sand. All 12 titles are currently available, making this an accessible ongoing series for readers seeking mystery and thriller fiction with action and adventure elements.

Start with Dead Sand, the first of 12 books in the Lewis Cole series.

Start this series with Dead Sand

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2
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Shattered Shell
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Killer Waves
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Buried Dreams
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Primary Storm
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Fatal Harbor
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11
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Hard Aground
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Terminal Surf

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

4 books (2011–2013)

Brendan DuBois' four-book non-fiction series, published between 2011 and 2013, offers guidance for writers interested in mystery and thriller genres. The series covers topics including breaking into the mystery short story market, writing first-person detective novels, and DuBois' personal experience competing on Jeopardy!. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Breaking Into The Mystery Short Story Market. The series is complete.

Start with Breaking Into The Mystery Short Story Market, the first of 4 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with Breaking Into The Mystery Short Story Market

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Breaking Into The Mystery Short Story Market
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Writing the First Person Detective Novel
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My Short, Happy Life in "Jeopardy!"
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Stone Cold, Blood Red

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

16 books (1989–2024)

Brendan DuBois has written 13 books in this short stories and novellas series, published between 1989 and 2022, with the collection likely complete. These works span mystery, thriller, and action-adventure genres, with later entries including collaborations with James Patterson. Reading the series in publication order beginning with Fire Burning Bright provides the intended experience across this two-decade span of short fiction.

Start with Fire Burning Bright, the first of 13 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with Fire Burning Bright

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Fire Burning Bright
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The Necessary Brother
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The Road's End
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An Empire’s Reach
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The Dark Island
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On the Plains of Deception
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The Spirits of Crawford Notch
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A Battlefield Reunion
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The Man From Away
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The Witnesses(With: James Patterson)
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After the End(With: James Patterson)
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The Thief in the House
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The Landscaper’s Wife
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The Million-Dollar Recovery

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

6 books (2002–2013)

Brendan DuBois' Short Story Collections series comprises six books of mystery, thriller, and adventure short fiction published between 2002 and 2013. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Tales From The Dark Woods and concluding with Lost On The Moon. This collection spans over a decade of DuBois' shorter works across multiple genres including mystery, non-fiction, and action-adventure storytelling.

Start with Tales From The Dark Woods, the first of 6 books in the Short Story Collections series.

Start this series with Tales From The Dark Woods

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Tales From The Dark Woods
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The Dark Snow and Other Mysteries
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Death of a Gemini
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Tales from the Dark Snow
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Blue and Gray Tales of Mystery
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Lost On The Moon

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

11 books (1999–2022)

Brendan DuBois has written eleven standalone novels across mystery, thriller, and action genres between 1999 and 2022, with the series appearing to be complete. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Resurrection Day and continuing through Blowback, which was co-written with James Patterson. Several entries in the series were written in collaboration with Patterson, including The First Lady, The Summer House, and Blowback. Each novel stands alone as an independent story, allowing readers to start with any title, though reading them in the order they were published provides a chronological view of the author's evolving work.

Start with Resurrection Day, the first of 11 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Resurrection Day

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Resurrection Day
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Final Winter
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Amerikan Eagle
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The First Lady(With: James Patterson)
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The Negotiator
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The Summer House(With: James Patterson)
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Blowback(With: James Patterson)

The Year's Best Military & Adventure SF Series

Complete

1 book (2016–2016)

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The Year's Best Military & Adventure SF 2015(With: David Weber,Seth Dickinson,Brian Dolton,Sarah Pinsker,Brad R. Torgersen,Hank Davis,David Afsharirad,Claudine Griggs,Andrea M. Pawley,Eric Leif Davin)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Brendan DuBois written?
Brendan DuBois has written 255 books across 13 series. Their published works span from 1989 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Brendan DuBois series?
Here are the first books in Brendan DuBois's series: Akashic Noir: San Francisco Noir; Alex Cross: Along Came a Spider(By: James Patterson); Amy Cornwall: The Cornwalls Are Gone / The Cornwalls Vanish / Out of Sight; Anthologies: Canine Crimes; Bookshots: Owen Taylor: After the End.
What order should I read Brendan DuBois's books?
We recommend reading Brendan DuBois's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Brendan DuBois still writing new books?
Yes, Brendan DuBois has 3 ongoing series: Akashic Noir, Alex Cross, Lewis Cole.

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