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Gini Koch Reading Order

14 series Β· 119 books

Gini Koch is a prolific Phoenix-based author who has published over 70 books spanning science fiction, fantasy, horror, and literary fiction across multiple series since 1994. She is best known for her Katherine "Kitty" Katt alien series, which explores science fiction action and adventure with humor and heart. Koch regularly shares insights on writing craft and the publishing industry, drawing from her extensive experience building a diverse catalog that includes short story collections, anthologies, and the Necropolis Enforcement Files series.

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Anthologies Series

Ongoing

16 books (2014–2026)

Gini Koch's Anthologies series consists of twelve books published between 2014 and 2024, with the series still ongoing. These anthologies spanning fantasy, science fiction, horror, and literary fiction should be read in publication order, beginning with Two Hundred and Twenty-One Baker Streets. The collection includes multiple entries in the Unidentified Funny Objects series alongside standalone anthologies featuring diverse voices and genres.

Start with Two Hundred and Twenty-One Baker Streets, the first of 12 books in the Anthologies series.

Start this series with Two Hundred and Twenty-One Baker Streets

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Two Hundred and Twenty-One Baker Streets
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Unidentified Funny Objects 3
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Temporally Out of Order
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Unidentified Funny Objects 4
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Unidentified Funny Objects 5
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Unidentified Funny Objects 6
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Unidentified Funny Objects 7
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Unidentified Funny Objects 8
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Multiverse of Mystery: A Holmes and Watson Anthology
16

Jemma Chase Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

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The Disciple and Other Stories of the Paranormal

Katherine "Kitty" Katt Series

Complete

19 books (2010–2026)

The Katherine "Kitty" Katt series is a 17-book science fiction and fantasy saga by Gini Koch, published between 2010 and 2019. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Alien Tango and concluding after Alien Education and three additional entries. This interconnected sequence follows a consistent narrative arc across all entries, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciate the overarching storyline.

Start with Alien Tango, the first of 17 books in the Katherine "Kitty" Katt series.

Necropolis Enforcement Files Series

Complete

1 book (2012–2012)

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Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2014–2014)

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Random Musings from the Funny Girl: Or How to Make the Most of Multiple Personality Disorder

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2023–2023)

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The Disciple and Other Stories of the Paranormal(As: Jemma Chase)

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

6 books (2011–2016)

Gini Koch's Standalone Novels collection comprises six independent works published between 2011 and 2016, each exploring different genres from science fiction and fantasy to horror and literary fiction. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Hotter than Hell. These standalone entries do not require reading in sequence and can be enjoyed individually, making them ideal for readers seeking varied narrative experiences from a single author.

Start with Hotter than Hell(As: Jemma Chase), the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Hotter than Hell(As: Jemma Chase)

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Hotter than Hell(As: Jemma Chase)
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The Disciple(As: Jemma Chase)
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A Cup of Joe(As: Anita Ensal)
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Cover of Alexander Outland: Space Pirate(As: G.J. Koch)
Alexander Outland: Space Pirate(As: G.J. Koch)
5
Happy Acres Haunted Hotel for Active Seniors
6

The Martian Alliance Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2015)

The Martian Alliance is a complete three-book science fiction series by Gini Koch, published between 2011 and 2015. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Royal Scam, followed by Three Card Monte, and concluding with A Bug's Life. This self-contained series is best experienced as a continuous narrative from start to finish.

Start with The Royal Scam and read in order.

The Neighborhood Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2012)

The Neighborhood is a two-book science fiction series by Gini Koch, consisting of Contingency Plan and Being Neighborly, published between 2011 and 2012. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Contingency Plan followed by Being Neighborly.

Start with Contingency Plan and read in order.

Start this series with Contingency Plan

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The New West Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2011)

The New West is a two-book science fiction series by Gini Koch, published in 2011 and now complete. Both installments, Deacon's Ark and When Josie Comes Home, should be read in publication order to experience the story as intended.

Start with Deacon's Ark and read in order.

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When Josie Comes Home

The X-Files Series

Ongoing

12 books (1994–2024)

The X-Files series consists of 12 novels published between 1994 and 2024, written by various authors including Charles L. Grant, Kevin J. Anderson, Elizabeth Hand, and others. This ongoing series should be read in publication order, beginning with Goblins and continuing through Perihelion. The books feature contributions from multiple writers and include both standalone novels and collaborative anthologies that expand the universe of the iconic science fiction franchise.

Start with Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant), the first of 12 books in the The X-Files series.

Start this series with Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant)

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Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant)
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Ground Zero(By: Kevin J. Anderson)
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Hunter(By: Charles L. Grant)
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Cover of Ruins(By: Kevin J. Anderson)
Ruins(By: Kevin J. Anderson)
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Whirlwind(By: Charles L. Grant)
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Cover of Antibodies(By: Kevin J. Anderson)
Antibodies(By: Kevin J. Anderson)
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Cover of Fight the Future(By: Elizabeth Hand)
Fight the Future(By: Elizabeth Hand)
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Cover of Skin(By: Ben Mezrich)
Skin(By: Ben Mezrich)
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Cover of I Want to Believe(By: Max Allan Collins)
I Want to Believe(By: Max Allan Collins)
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Cover of Trust No One(With: Gayle Lynds,Heather Graham,Jonathan Maberry,Max Allan Collins,Kevin J. Anderson,Tim Lebbon,Keith R.A. DeCandido,Brian Keene,Peter Clines)
Trust No One(With: Gayle Lynds,Heather Graham,Jonathan Maberry,Max Allan Collins,Kevin J. Anderson,Tim Lebbon,Keith R.A. DeCandido,Brian Keene,Peter Clines)
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Cover of The Truth Is Out There(By: Jonathan Maberry,Kelley Armstrong,David Farland,Rachel Caine,Hank Schwaeble,Kami Garcia,Jon McGoran,Hank Phillippi Ryan)
The Truth Is Out There(By: Jonathan Maberry,Kelley Armstrong,David Farland,Rachel Caine,Hank Schwaeble,Kami Garcia,Jon McGoran,Hank Phillippi Ryan)
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Perihelion(By: Claudia Gray)

Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology Series

Ongoing

13 books (2012–2026)

The Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology is an ongoing collection series edited by Gini Koch that spans 13 books published between 2012 and 2026. Each volume features humorous short fiction across multiple genres including science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Readers should follow the publication order to experience the anthology's progression, beginning with the first Unidentified Funny Objects volume.

Start with Unidentified Funny Objects, the first of 13 books in the Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology series.

Start this series with Unidentified Funny Objects

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Unidentified Funny Objects
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Unidentified Funny Objects 2
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Unidentified Funny Objects 3
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Funny Science Fiction
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Unidentified Funny Objects 4
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Unidentified Funny Objects 5
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Unidentified Funny Objects 6
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Unidentified Funny Objects 7
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Unidentified Funny Objects 8
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Unidentified Funny Objects 9
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Unidentified Funny Objects 10

X-Files Anthology Series

Complete

39 books (2015–2016)

The X-Files Anthology is a completed collection of 39 short fiction stories published between 2015 and 2016, featuring contributions from multiple authors across fantasy, horror, science fiction, and literary genres. These stories should be read in publication order, beginning with Keith R.A. DeCandido's "Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless" and continuing through all entries to experience the full anthology. While each story stands alone, reading in sequence provides the intended experience of this collaborative series.

Start with Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless(By: Keith R.A. DeCandido), the first of 39 books in the X-Files Anthology series.

Start this series with Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless(By: Keith R.A. DeCandido)

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Back in El Paso My Life Will Be Worthless(By: Keith R.A. DeCandido)
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Catatonia(By: Tim Lebbon)
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Clair de Lune(By: W.D. Gagliani,David Benton)
4
Dusk(By: Paul Crilley)
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It's All in the Eyes(By: Heather Graham)
6
King of the Watery Deep(By: Tim Deal)
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Loving the Alien(By: Stefan Petrucha)
8
Non Gratum Anus Redentum(By: Brian Keene)
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Oversight(By: Aaron Rosenberg)
10
Paranormal Quest(By: Ray Garton)
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Statues(By: Kevin J. Anderson)
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The Beast of Little Hill(By: Peter Clines)
14
The House on Hickory Hill(By: Max Allan Collins)
15
Time and Tide(By: Gayle Lynds,John C. Sheldon)
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A Scandal in Moreauvia, or: The Adventure of the Empty Heart(By: Nancy Holder)
17
All Choked Up(By: Lois H. Gresh)
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Along the Scenic Route(By: Lucy A. Snyder)
19
An Eye for an Eye(By: George Ivanoff)
20
Black Hole Son(By: Kami Garcia)
21
Border Time(By: Bryan Thomas Schmidt,Kate Corcino)
22
Dead Ringer(By: Kelley Armstrong)
23
Desperately Seeking Mothman(By: Jim Beard)
24
Drive Time(By: Jon McGoran)
25
Give Up the Ghost(By: Jade Shames)
26
Grandmother Black Hands(By: Weston Ochse)
27
Heart(By: Kendare Blake)
28
Kanashibari(By: Ryan Cady)
29
Love Lost(By: Yvonne Navarro)
30
Mummiya(By: Greg Cox)
31
Perithecia(By: Andy Mangels)
32
Pilot(By: David Liss)
33
Seek and You Will Find(By: John Gilstrap)
34
Snowmen(By: Sarah Stegall)
35
Stryzga(By: Lauren A. Forry)
36
Thanks and Praise(By: Joe Harris)
37
Transmission(By: Jeffrey Mariotte,Marsheila Rockwell)
38
Voice of Experience(By: Rachel Caine)
39
We Should Listen to Some Shostakovich(By: Hank Phillippi Ryan)

alt.sherlock.holmes Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2016)

The alt.sherlock.holmes series by Gini Koch is a completed three-book collection published between 2015 and 2016 that should be read in publication order. The series consists of A Study in Starlets, The Case of the Tattooed Bride by Jamie Wyman, and The Power of Media by Glen Mehn, blending elements of fantasy, science fiction, and literary fiction.

Start with A Study in Starlets and read in order.

Start this series with A Study in Starlets

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The Case of the Tattooed Bride(By: Jamie Wyman)
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The Power of Media(By: Glen Mehn)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Gini Koch written?
Gini Koch has written 119 books across 14 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Gini Koch series?
Here are the first books in Gini Koch's series: Anthologies: Two Hundred and Twenty-One Baker Streets; Katherine "Kitty" Katt: Alien Tango; The Martian Alliance: The Royal Scam; The Neighborhood: Contingency Plan; The New West: Deacon's Ark.
What order should I read Gini Koch's books?
We recommend reading Gini Koch's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Gini Koch still writing new books?
Yes, Gini Koch has 3 ongoing series: Anthologies, The X-Files, Unidentified Funny Objects Annual Anthology.

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