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Diane Moody Reading Order

6 series · 19 books

Mystery & ThrillerNon-Fiction

Diane Moody is an American author who writes Christian-themed mysteries, thrillers, and non-fiction works that span multiple interconnected series. Since 2010, she has published nineteen books across six series, including the Braxton Mystery franchise and The War Trilogy, alongside standalone novels that explore faith-based themes through suspenseful narratives. Her background in Oklahoma and education at Oklahoma State University have influenced her storytelling approach to contemporary and historical fiction.

Braxton Mystery Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2019)

Start with The Demise and read in order.

Start this series with The Demise

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Moody Blue Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2012)

Start with Blue Christmas and read in order.

Start this series with Blue Christmas

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Blue Christmas
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Blue Like Elvis / Memphis & Me
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2010–2022)

Start with Confessions of a Prayer Slacker and read in order.

Start this series with Confessions of a Prayer Slacker

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Confessions of a Prayer Slacker
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Don't Ever Look Down
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Confessions of a Prayer Warrior
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Of Windmills & War/The War Trilogy Series

Ongoing

5 books (2012–2025)

Start with Of Windmills and War, the first of 5 books in the Of Windmills & War/The War Trilogy series.

Start this series with Of Windmills and War

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Of Windmills and War
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Beyond the Shadow of War
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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From the Ashes of War
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Journey from War
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
A Time of Rage, A Time of War
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

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The Runaway Pastor's Wife
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

The Teacup Novellas Series

Complete

5 books (2011–2013)

Start with Strike the Match, the first of 5 books in the The Teacup Novellas series.

Start this series with Strike the Match

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Strike the Match
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Tea with Emma
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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A Christmas Peril
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
At Legend's End
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Home to Walnut Ridge
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Diane Moody written?
Diane Moody has written 19 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Diane Moody series?
Here are the first books in Diane Moody's series: Braxton Mystery: The Demise; Moody Blue: Blue Christmas; Non-Fiction: Confessions of a Prayer Slacker; Of Windmills & War/The War Trilogy: Of Windmills and War; The Teacup Novellas: Strike the Match.
What order should I read Diane Moody's books?
We recommend reading Diane Moody's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Diane Moody still writing new books?
Yes, Diane Moody has 1 ongoing series: Of Windmills & War/The War Trilogy.

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