Chris Grabenstein Reading Order

7 books (2007–2020)

Chris Grabenstein edited seven completed anthologies between 2007 and 2020, blending science fiction, mystery, and thriller stories with contributions from various authors. These collections should be read in publication order, beginning with Carols and Crimes and concluding with The Creativity Project. The series spans a range of subgenres and tones, from noir and crime tales to puzzles and screams, offering diverse short fiction for readers seeking varied storytelling within a cohesive editorial vision.

Start with Carols and Crimes, Gifts and Grifters, the first of 7 books in the Anthologies series.

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1	Carols and Crimes, Gifts and Grifters 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Death's Excellent Vacation 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Discount Noir 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Passport to Murder 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Scream and Scream Again! 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	The Creativity Project 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Super Puzzletastic Mysteries 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2019–2021)

Chris Grabenstein's Children's series comprises four books published between 2019 and 2021, combining elements of science fiction, mystery, and adventure for young readers. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Shine!, which Grabenstein co-authored with J.J. Grabenstein, followed by Stuck, Best Nerds Forever (with James Patterson), and Scaredy Cat (also with Patterson). The series appears to be complete as of 2021.

Start with Shine!(With: J.J. Grabenstein), the first of 4 books in the Children's series.

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1	Shine!(With: J.J. Grabenstein) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Stuck 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Best Nerds Forever(With: James Patterson) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Scaredy Cat(With: James Patterson) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2006–2007)

Chris Grabenstein's Christopher Miller Holiday Thrillers series consists of two completed books published between 2006 and 2007. These mystery thrillers should be read in publication order, beginning with Slay Ride followed by Hell for the Holidays. The compact two-book series offers standalone holiday-themed suspenseful stories set within a consistent narrative framework.

Start with Slay Ride and read in order.

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1	Slay Ride 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Hell for the Holidays 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

8 books (2007–2022)

The Daniel X series comprises eight science fiction and young adult thrillers published between 2007 and 2022, beginning with The Dangerous Days of Daniel X and concluding with Genesis. Created by James Patterson in collaboration with various co-authors including Michael Ledwidge, Leopoldo Gout, Ned Rust, and Adam Sadler, the series follows a young protagonist navigating alien encounters and supernatural threats. The books should be read in publication order to experience the story's progression across the complete eight-book arc.

Start with The Dangerous Days of Daniel X(By: James Patterson,Michael Ledwidge), the first of 8 books in the Daniel X series.

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1	The Dangerous Days of Daniel X(By: James Patterson,Michael Ledwidge) 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Daniel X: Alien Hunter(With: James Patterson,Leopoldo Gout) 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Watch the Skies(By: James Patterson,Ned Rust) 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Demons and Druids(By: James Patterson,Adam Sadler) 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Game Over(By: James Patterson,Ned Rust) 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Armageddon(With: James Patterson) 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Lights Out(With: James Patterson) 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Genesis(By: James Patterson) 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2021–2022)

Chris Grabenstein's Dog Squad series consists of two science fiction mysteries for young adults, published in 2021 and 2022. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Dog Squad followed by Cat Crew. The series appears to be complete as no additional installments have been announced.

Start with Dog Squad and read in order.

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1	Dog Squad 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Cat Crew 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2008–2011)

Chris Grabenstein's Haunted Mystery series consists of four complete books published between 2008 and 2011, blending mystery and supernatural elements for young adult readers. The four entries—The Crossroads, The Hanging Hill, The Smoky Corridor/The Zombie Awakening, and The Black Heart Crypt—should be read in publication order to fully follow the story arc. This finished series provides a complete reading experience without ongoing installments.

Start with The Crossroads, the first of 4 books in the Haunted Mystery series.

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1	The Crossroads 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Hanging Hill 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Smoky Corridor / The Zombie Awakening 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Black Heart Crypt 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2014–2017)

Chris Grabenstein's House of Robots series consists of three science fiction mysteries for young adults, published between 2014 and 2017. The complete trilogy should be read in publication order: House of Robots, Robots Go Wild!, and Robot Revolution. Each book builds on the previous installment's events and character development, making sequential reading essential to fully enjoy the series.

Start with House of Robots and read in order.

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1	House of Robots 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Robots Go Wild! 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Robot Revolution 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

7 books (2012–2018)

The I Funny series consists of seven books published between 2012 and 2018, following a complete story arc that should be read in publication order. Written by Chris Grabenstein, the series includes I Funny, I Even Funnier, I Funny TV, I Totally Funniest, Laugh Out Loud, School of Laughs, and The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever. This young adult series is designed to be read sequentially from the first book to fully experience the narrative progression.

Start with I Funny, the first of 7 books in the I Funny series.

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1	I Funny 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	I Even Funnier 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	I Funny TV 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	I Totally Funniest 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Laugh Out Loud 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	School of Laughs 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2016–2023)

The Jacky Ha-Ha series by Chris Grabenstein consists of three books published between 2016 and 2023, appearing to be complete. This young adult series should be read in publication order, beginning with Jacky Ha-Ha, followed by My Life is a Joke, and concluding with Jacky Ha-Ha Gets the Last Laugh.

Start with Jacky Ha-Ha and read in order.

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1	Jacky Ha-Ha 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	My Life is a Joke 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Jacky Ha-Ha Gets the Last Laugh 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

9 books (2005–2013)

The John Ceepak Mystery series consists of nine completed novels published between 2005 and 2013. This mystery series should be read in publication order, beginning with Tilt-a-Whirl and concluding with Free Fall. Chris Grabenstein's series combines mystery and thriller elements across its nine installments.

Start with Tilt-a-Whirl, the first of 9 books in the John Ceepak Mystery series.

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1	Tilt-a-Whirl 2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Mad Mouse 2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Whack A Mole 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Hell Hole 2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Mind Scrambler 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Rolling Thunder 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Ring Toss 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Fun House 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	Free Fall 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2019–2021)

This two-book series by Chris Grabenstein and James Patterson was published between 2019 and 2021 and appears to be complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Katt vs. Dogg followed by Katt Loves Dogg. Blending science fiction, mystery, and young adult elements, this series offers a fun take on the classic rivalry between cats and dogs.

Start with Katt vs. Dogg(With: James Patterson) and read in order.

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1	Katt vs. Dogg(With: James Patterson) 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Katt Loves Dogg(With: James Patterson) 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2018–2021)

The Max Einstein series consists of four science fiction mystery novels by Chris Grabenstein, published between 2018 and 2021. These young adult books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Genius Experiment and continuing through Rebels with a Cause, Saves the Future, and World Champions!. The series appears to be complete.

Start with The Genius Experiment, the first of 4 books in the Max Einstein series.

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1	The Genius Experiment 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Rebels with a Cause 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Saves the Future 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	World Champions! 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

8 books (2013–2026)

Chris Grabenstein's Mr. Lemoncello's Library series comprises eight books published between 2013 and 2026, with the sequence still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library. This young adult mystery series blends puzzle-solving adventures with imaginative settings centered around a remarkable library and its enigmatic proprietor.

Start with Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library, the first of 8 books in the Mr. Lemoncello's Library series.

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1	Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library Race 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Mr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout Game 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Mr. Lemoncello and the Titanium Ticket 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Mr. Lemoncello's Very First Game 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	Mr. Lemoncello's Fantabulous Finale 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	Mr. Lemoncello's Wondermous Christmas Gift 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2023–2025)

Chris Grabenstein's Mr. Lemoncello's Library Graphic Novels series consists of two books published between 2023 and 2025, with more installments planned. Illustrated by Douglas Holgate, these graphic novel adaptations blend mystery and adventure within a fantastical library setting. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library: The Graphic Novel followed by Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics: The Graphic Novel.

Start with Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library: The Graphic Novel(With: Douglas Holgate) and read in order.

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1	Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library: The Graphic Novel(With: Douglas Holgate) 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics: The Graphic Novel(With: Douglas Holgate) 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2025–2026)

Ms. Pennypickle's Puzzle Quest is an ongoing young adult mystery series by Chris Grabenstein with two books published in 2025 and 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Ms. Pennypickle's Puzzle Quest followed by Ms. Pennypickle's Remarkable Road Race. More entries are expected as the series continues.

Start with Ms. Pennypickle's Puzzle Quest and read in order.

4 books (2024–2026)

Murdle Jr. is an ongoing mystery series by Chris Grabenstein and G.T. Karber featuring three books published between 2024 and 2025. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Curious Crimes for Curious Minds. This young adult mystery series blends puzzle-solving with engaging storytelling to challenge readers' detective skills.

Start with Curious Crimes for Curious Minds(By: G.T. Karber) and read in order.

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1	Curious Crimes for Curious Minds(By: G.T. Karber) 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Ready, Set, Solve!(By: G.T. Karber) 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Sleuths on the Loose(With: G.T. Karber) 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Summer Fun!(By: G.T. Karber) 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2012–2013)

Chris Grabenstein's Ocean's Eleven series consists of two young adult mystery-thrillers published between 2012 and 2013. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Riley Mack and the Other Known Troublemakers followed by Riley Mack Stirs Up More Trouble.

Start with Riley Mack and the Other Known Troublemakers and read in order.

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1	Riley Mack and the Other Known Troublemakers 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Riley Mack Stirs Up More Trouble 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2020–2020)

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1	No More Naps! 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2008–2013)

Chris Grabenstein's short stories and novellas collection spans two complete works published between 2008 and 2013. These science fiction and mystery-themed entries should be read in publication order, beginning with The Christmas Tree Thief followed by Don't Call Me Christina Kringle. The series blends elements of mystery and young adult appeal across its brief span.

Start with The Christmas Tree Thief and read in order.

3 books (2020–2023)

Chris Grabenstein's Smartest Kid in the Universe series spans three books published between 2020 and 2023, following publication order for reading. The trilogy appears to be complete, offering young adult readers a blend of science fiction and mystery elements across The Smartest Kid in the Universe, Genius Camp, and Evil Genius.

Start with The Smartest Kid in the Universe and read in order.

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1	The Smartest Kid in the Universe 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Genius Camp 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Evil Genius 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

5 books (2012–2018)

Chris Grabenstein's five standalone novels, published between 2012 and 2018, blend science fiction, mystery, and young adult themes across diverse stories. The series is complete and should be read in publication order beginning with The Explorers' Gate, followed by The Island of Dr. Libris, Laugh Out Loud (cowritten with James Patterson), Pottymouth and Stoopid (also with Patterson), and concluding with Seven Steps to Success. Each book stands alone as an independent story, allowing readers to enjoy them individually or as a collection.

Start with The Explorers' Gate, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

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1	The Explorers' Gate 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Island of Dr. Libris 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Laugh Out Loud(With: James Patterson) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Pottymouth and Stoopid(With: James Patterson) 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Seven Steps to Success 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2010–2010)

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1	Curiosity Cat 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

6 books (2024–2026)

Chris Grabenstein's Stinky's Stories is an ongoing series of six books published between 2024 and 2026, blending science fiction, mystery, and young adult elements. The series consists of Jack and the Beanstink, The Boy Who Cried Underpants!, Moldylocks and The Three Bears, The Three Smelly Goats Gruff, Cindersmella, and Stinking Beauty, each offering a unique take on classic tales. Readers should follow the books in publication order to fully experience the series' evolving narrative.

Start with Jack and the Beanstink, the first of 6 books in the Stinky's Stories series.

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1	Jack and the Beanstink 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Boy Who Cried Underpants! 2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Moldylocks and The Three Bears 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	The Three Smelly Goats Gruff 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Cindersmella 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Stinking Beauty 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

9 books (2013–2023)

The Treasure Hunters series by Chris Grabenstein comprises nine books published between 2013 and 2023, following publication order. This young adult adventure series appears to be complete, with entries including Treasure Hunters, Danger Down the Nile, Secret of the Forbidden City, Peril at the Top of the World, Quest for the City of Gold, All-American Adventure, The Plunder Down Under, The Ultimate Quest, and The Greatest Treasure Hunt. Readers should begin with the first installment and progress sequentially through each book.

Start with Treasure Hunters, the first of 9 books in the Treasure Hunters series.

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1	Treasure Hunters 2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Danger Down the Nile 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Secret of the Forbidden City 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Peril at the Top of the World 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Quest for the City of Gold 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	All-American Adventure 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7	The Plunder Down Under 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8	The Ultimate Quest 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9	The Greatest Treasure Hunt 2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

4 books (2016–2019)

Chris Grabenstein's Welcome to Wonderland is a complete four-book young adult series published between 2016 and 2019. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Home Sweet Motel, followed by Beach Party Surf Monkey, Sandapalooza Shake-Up, and Beach Battle Blowout. This science fiction mystery series blends adventure with puzzle-solving elements that unfold across the interconnected installments.

Start with Home Sweet Motel, the first of 4 books in the Welcome to Wonderland series.

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1	Home Sweet Motel 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Beach Party Surf Monkey 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Sandapalooza Shake-Up 2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Beach Battle Blowout 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2016–2025)

Chris Grabenstein's Word of Mouse series comprises two science fiction and mystery-thriller novels aimed at young adult readers. The first book launched in 2016, with the sequel The Great Mouse Escape following in 2025, and the series remains ongoing. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the story as intended, beginning with Word of Mouse before moving to The Great Mouse Escape.

Start with Word of Mouse and read in order.

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1	Word of Mouse 2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Great Mouse Escape 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible