Connie Shelton Reading Order
7 series · 58 books
Connie Shelton is a prolific American writer celebrated for her cozy mystery novels. With a remarkable 58 books across seven series—including the beloved Adventures of Daisy and Maisie, Charlie Parker, The Ghost in the Library, Heist Ladies Caper Mystery, and Samantha Sweet—she has captivated readers since 1995. Shelton's engaging storytelling and memorable characters have made her a notable figure in the genre, continuing to enchant audiences through 2026.
Adventures of Daisy and Maisie Series
Complete2 books (2015–2015)
Start with Daisy and Maisie and the Great Lizard Hunt and read in order.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2002–2002)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  How Still We See Thee Lie 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
Charlie Parker Series
Ongoing25 books (1995–2026)
Start with Deadly Gamble, the first of 25 books in the Charlie Parker series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Deadly Gamble 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Vacations Can Be Murder 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Partnerships Can Kill 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Small Towns can be Murder 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Memories Can Be Murder 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Honeymoons Can Be Murder 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Reunions Can Be Murder 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Competition Can Be Murder 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Balloons Can Be Murder 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Obsessions Can Be Murder 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Holidays Can Be Murder 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Gossip Can Be Murder 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Stardom Can Be Murder 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Phantoms Can be Murder 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Buried Secrets Can Be Murder 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Legends Can Be Murder 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Weddings Can Be Murder 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Alibis Can Be Murder 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Escapes Can Be Murder 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Old Bones Can Be Murder 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Money Can Be Murder 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Road Trips Can Be Murder 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 | Cruises Can Be Murder 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | Deceptions Can Be Murder 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 | Bestsellers Can Be Murder 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Heist Ladies Caper Mystery Series
Likely Complete5 books (2017–2021)
Start with Diamonds Aren't Forever, the first of 5 books in the Heist Ladies Caper Mystery series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (1996–2010)
Start with Publish Your Own Novel and read in order.
Samantha Sweet Series
Ongoing22 books (2010–2025)
Start with Sweet Masterpiece, the first of 22 books in the Samantha Sweet series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Sweet Masterpiece 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Sweet Holidays 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Sweet's Sweets 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Bitter Sweet 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Sweet Hearts 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Sweets Galore 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Sweets, Begorra 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Sweet Payback 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Sweet Somethings 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Sweets Forgotten 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Woodcarver's Secret 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Spooky Sweet 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Spellbound Sweets 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Sticky Sweet 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Sweet Magic 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Deadly Sweet Dreams 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | The Ghost of Christmas Sweet 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Tricky Sweet 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 | Haunted Sweets 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 | Secret Sweets 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Thankful Sweets 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Garden Sweets 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Ghost in the Library Series
Complete1 book (2025–2025)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Haunted Gold 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Connie Shelton written?
- Connie Shelton has written 58 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Connie Shelton series?
- Here are the first books in Connie Shelton's series: Adventures of Daisy and Maisie: Daisy and Maisie and the Great Lizard Hunt; Charlie Parker: Deadly Gamble; Heist Ladies Caper Mystery: Diamonds Aren't Forever; Non-Fiction: Publish Your Own Novel; Samantha Sweet: Sweet Masterpiece.
- What order should I read Connie Shelton's books?
- We recommend reading Connie Shelton's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Connie Shelton still writing new books?
- Yes, Connie Shelton has 2 ongoing series: Charlie Parker, Samantha Sweet.