Dorothy Howell Reading Order
10 series · 58 books
Dorothy Howell is a prolific mystery and thriller author with over fifty books spanning ten series since 1988. Her work ranges from cozy mysteries featuring amateur sleuths like Haley Randolph and Dana MacKenzie to more serious crime fiction with characters such as Hollis Brannigan. Howell has established herself as a versatile writer across the mystery genre, blending procedural elements with character-driven narratives that appeal to fans of both traditional and contemporary mystery fiction.
Anthologies Series
Complete6 books (2003–2016)
Start with A Hero's Kiss, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with A Hero's Kiss
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Colorado Confidential Series
Complete9 books (2003–2014)
Start with A Warrior's Mission(By: Rita Herron), the first of 7 books in the Colorado Confidential series.
Start this series with A Warrior's Mission(By: Rita Herron)
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Dana MacKenzie Series
Complete3 books (2013–2015)
Start with Fatal Debt and read in order.
Start this series with Fatal Debt
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Haley Randolph Series
Complete15 books (2008–2019)
Start with Handbags and Homicide, the first of 15 books in the Haley Randolph series.
Start this series with Handbags and Homicide
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Hollis Brannigan Mystery Series
Complete1 book (2020–2020)
Judith Stacy Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2016–2020)
Start with Christmas Wishes and read in order.
Start this series with Christmas Wishes
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Complete1 book (2001–2001)
Sewing Studio Mysteries Series
Ongoing3 books (2022–2024)
Start with Seams Like Murder and read in order.
Start this series with Seams Like Murder
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2016–2020)
Start with Christmas Wishes(As: Judith Stacy) and read in order.
Start this series with Christmas Wishes(As: Judith Stacy)
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Complete16 books (1988–2006)
Start with Defiant Enchantress, the first of 16 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Defiant Enchantress
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Dorothy Howell written?
- Dorothy Howell has written 58 books across 10 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Dorothy Howell series?
- Here are the first books in Dorothy Howell's series: Anthologies: A Hero's Kiss; Colorado Confidential: A Warrior's Mission(By: Rita Herron); Dana MacKenzie: Fatal Debt; Haley Randolph: Handbags and Homicide; Judith Stacy Short Stories/Novellas: Christmas Wishes.
- What order should I read Dorothy Howell's books?
- We recommend reading Dorothy Howell's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Dorothy Howell still writing new books?
- Yes, Dorothy Howell has 1 ongoing series: Sewing Studio Mysteries.