Christopher Moore Reading Order

1 book (2013–2013)

3 books (1995–2010)

Christopher Moore's three-book series follows an unconventional romance between a vampire and a human in modern-day San Francisco. Published between 1995 and 2010, the complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Bloodsucking Fiends, followed by You Suck: A Love Story and concluding with Bite Me: A Love Story. This fantasy-infused romance blends Moore's signature comedic style with literary fiction elements throughout its interconnected narrative.

Start with Bloodsucking Fiends and read in order.

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1	Bloodsucking Fiends 1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	You Suck: A Love Story 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Bite Me: A Love Story 2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (2009–2020)

Christopher Moore's Fool series consists of three complete fantasy novels published between 2009 and 2020, blending literary fiction with romance and humor. The trilogy should be read in publication order: Fool, The Serpent of Venice, and Shakespeare for Squirrels. Moore's irreverent take on classic literature and Shakespearean themes makes this an ideal series for readers who enjoy witty retellings and unconventional fantasy narratives.

Start with Fool and read in order.

#	Title
1	Fool 2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Serpent of Venice 2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Shakespeare for Squirrels 2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

1 book (2011–2011)

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1	The Griff 2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2007–2015)

Christopher Moore's Grim Reaper series consists of two standalone fantasy novels connected by shared characters and mythology. The first book, A Dirty Job, was published in 2007, followed by Secondhand Souls in 2015. While each novel can be read independently, the series is complete and best enjoyed in publication order to fully appreciate the character development and world-building across both books.

Start with A Dirty Job and read in order.

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1	A Dirty Job 2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Secondhand Souls 2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

3 books (1992–2004)

Christopher Moore's Pine Cove series consists of three complete novels published between 1992 and 2004, blending fantasy, romance, and literary fiction in a quirky coastal California setting. The three books—Practical Demonkeeping, The Lust Lizard of Melancholy Cove, and The Stupidest Angel—should be read in publication order to fully appreciate the interconnected stories and recurring characters that define this darkly comedic trilogy. Each installment builds on the eccentric world Moore has created, making sequential reading essential for maximum enjoyment.

Start with Practical Demonkeeping and read in order.

#	Title
1	Practical Demonkeeping 1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Lust Lizard of Melancholy Cove 1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The Stupidest Angel 2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (2017–2022)

Christopher Moore's Sammy and the Cheese series consists of two fantasy-romance novels published between 2017 and 2022. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Noir followed by Razzmatazz.

Start with Noir and read in order.

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1	Noir 2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Razzmatazz 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

2 books (1987–1987)

Christopher Moore's two-book fantasy collection comprises Cat's Karma and Our Lady of the Fishnet Stockings, both published in 1987. This complete series consists of short stories and novellas that blend Moore's signature blend of fantasy, romance, and literary fiction. Read these works in publication order to experience the collection as originally presented.

Start with Cat's Karma and read in order.

6 books (1994–2025)

Christopher Moore has written six standalone novels from 1994 to 2025 that should be read in publication order, beginning with Coyote Blue. The series continues to grow, with Anima Rising being the most recent release. Each book stands alone as an independent story, blending fantasy, romance, and literary fiction elements. Moore's standalone works offer varied narratives that appeal to readers seeking imaginative, character-driven tales without long-term series commitment.

Start with Coyote Blue, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#	Title
1	Coyote Blue 1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Island of the Sequined Love Nun 1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	Lamb 2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	Fluke 2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	Sacre Bleu 2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6	Anima Rising 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible