Cynthia Kuhn Reading Order
4 series · 12 books
Cynthia Kuhn is a mystery writer and English professor who brings her academic expertise to the page through multiple interconnected series. Her work spans the Lila Maclean Academic Mystery series, the Starlit Bookshop Mystery series, and various short fiction collections, totaling a dozen books published between 2016 and 2024. Kuhn's background teaching creative writing and literature at Metropolitan State University of Denver informs her craft, blending literary sensibility with compelling mystery plots that appeal to readers who enjoy smart, character-driven suspense.
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Anthologies Series
Likely Complete3 books (2019–2022)
Cynthia Kuhn edited three mystery anthologies published between 2019 and 2022, with the series appearing to be complete. The first two entries are part of the Malice Domestic anthology series, while the third is a standalone collection. These books should be read in publication order to experience the stories as they were originally presented.
Start with Malice Domestic 14: Mystery Most Edible and read in order.
Start this series with Malice Domestic 14: Mystery Most Edible
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Lila Maclean Academic Mystery Series
Complete5 books (2016–2020)
The Lila Maclean Academic Mystery series consists of five completed novels published between 2016 and 2020, following a protagonist navigating mysteries within an academic setting. These mysteries should be read in publication order, beginning with The Semester of Our Discontent and concluding with The Study of Secrets. The series combines elements of mystery and thriller genres across its full arc.
Start with The Semester of Our Discontent, the first of 5 books in the Lila Maclean Academic Mystery series.
Start this series with The Semester of Our Discontent
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Likely Complete2 books (2019–2022)
Cynthia Kuhn's collection of short stories and novellas comprises two volumes published between 2019 and 2022. The Blue Ribbon should be read first, followed by There Comes a Time, which concludes the series. While no further releases have been announced, the series appears to be complete. These mystery and thriller tales are best experienced in publication order.
Start with The Blue Ribbon and read in order.
Start this series with The Blue Ribbon
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Ongoing2 books (2021–2024)
The Starlit Bookshop Mystery series by Cynthia Kuhn consists of two mysteries published between 2021 and 2024, with more installments planned. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with How to Book a Murder followed by In the Event of Murder. This ongoing series is set within the cozy mystery and thriller genres.
Start with How to Book a Murder and read in order.
Start this series with How to Book a Murder
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Cynthia Kuhn written?
- Cynthia Kuhn has written 12 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2016 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Cynthia Kuhn series?
- Here are the first books in Cynthia Kuhn's series: Anthologies: Malice Domestic 14: Mystery Most Edible; Lila Maclean Academic Mystery: The Semester of Our Discontent; Short Stories/Novellas: The Blue Ribbon; Starlit Bookshop Mystery: How to Book a Murder.
- What order should I read Cynthia Kuhn's books?
- We recommend reading Cynthia Kuhn's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Cynthia Kuhn still writing new books?
- Yes, Cynthia Kuhn has 1 ongoing series: Starlit Bookshop Mystery.