J. Michael Orenduff Reading Order
1 series Β· 10 books
J. Michael Orenduff crafts clever mystery novels centered on his protagonist, a charming antiquities thief operating in the American Southwest. His Pot Thief Murder Mystery series has earned critical recognition, including a Lefty Award for The Pot Thief Who Studied Einstein, blending humor with intricate plots that appeal to fans of cozy mysteries with intellectual depth. Over more than a decade of writing, Orenduff has established himself as a distinctive voice in contemporary mystery fiction.
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A Pot Thief Murder Mystery Series
Ongoing10 books (2009β2025)
The A Pot Thief Murder Mystery series by J. Michael Orenduff comprises ten mystery novels published between 2009 and 2025, with the series currently ongoing. Each book in the sequence weaves a different historical or cultural figure into its mystery plot, from scientists like Ptolemy and Einstein to artists and writers. Readers should follow the books in publication order, beginning with The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy and continuing through the most recent installment, The Pot Thief Who Studied Calvin.
Start with The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy, the first of 10 books in the A Pot Thief Murder Mystery series.
Start this series with The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy |
| 2 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Pythagoras |
| 3 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Einstein |
| 4 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Escoffier |
| 5 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Billy the Kid |
| 6 | The Pot Thief Who Studied D. H. Lawrence |
| 7 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Georgia O'Keeffe |
| 8 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Edward Abbey |
| 9 | The Pot Thief Who Studied the Woman at Otowi Crossing |
| 10 | The Pot Thief Who Studied Calvin |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has J. Michael Orenduff written?
- J. Michael Orenduff has written 10 books across 1 series. Their published works span from 2009 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each J. Michael Orenduff series?
- Here are the first books in J. Michael Orenduff's series: A Pot Thief Murder Mystery: The Pot Thief Who Studied Ptolemy.
- Is J. Michael Orenduff still writing new books?
- Yes, J. Michael Orenduff has 1 ongoing series: A Pot Thief Murder Mystery.

