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5 series Β· 75 books

Jessica Beck is a prolific mystery writer who has published over 75 books across multiple cozy mystery series since 2010. Her work spans charming amateur sleuth stories set in everyday locations like donut shops, diners, and kitchens, where ordinary people uncover extraordinary crimes. Beck's accessible storytelling and series such as the Donut Shop Mysteries and Cast Iron Cooking Mystery have earned her recognition as an Independent Mystery Booksellers Association bestseller and Agatha Award nomination.

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Cast Iron Cooking Mystery Series

Complete

5 books (2015–2016)

The Cast Iron Cooking Mystery series by Jessica Beck consists of five complete books published between 2015 and 2016. These mystery thrillers should be read in publication order, beginning with Cast Iron Conviction and concluding with Cast Iron Suspicion. The series wraps up all storylines across its five installments.

Start with Cast Iron Conviction, the first of 5 books in the Cast Iron Cooking Mystery series.

Start this series with Cast Iron Conviction

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Classic Diner Mysteries Series

Complete

7 books (2012–2014)

The Classic Diner Mysteries is a complete seven-book series by Jessica Beck, published between 2012 and 2014. This mystery series should be read in publication order, beginning with A Chili Death and continuing through A Burned Out Baker. Each installment follows the cozy mystery tradition with food-themed titles that reflect the diner setting central to the stories.

Start with A Chili Death, the first of 7 books in the Classic Diner Mysteries series.

Donut Shop Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

59 books (2010–2023)

The Donut Shop Mysteries series by Jessica Beck comprises 59 books published between 2010 and 2023, following a cozy mystery format centered around a donut shop setting. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Fatally Frosted. Each installment builds on the previous entries, with titles like Glazed Murder, Sinister Sprinkles, and Killer Crullers reflecting the series' playful approach to the mystery genre.

Start with Fatally Frosted, the first of 59 books in the Donut Shop Mysteries series.

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Old Fashioned Crooks
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A Holiday Donut Steal
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Devil's Food Defense
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Boston Cream Bribery
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Cherry Filled Charges
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Apple Stuffed Alibis
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Counterfeit Confections
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Wicked Wedding Donuts
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Donut Hearts Homicide
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Jelly-Filled Justice
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Ghost Cat Mystery Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2013)

The Ghost Cat Mystery series by Jessica Beck consists of two complete mysteries published in 2013. Reading these books in publication order, starting with Bid for Midnight followed by Midnight Paws, provides the intended narrative experience. This pair of mystery and thriller novels should be approached sequentially to fully appreciate their connected storylines.

Start with Bid for Midnight and read in order.

Start this series with Bid for Midnight

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Non-Fiction Series

Complete

2 books (2019–2019)

Jessica Beck's two-book non-fiction series, completed in 2019, combines personal narrative with culinary content. Begin with My Camping Adventure Journal before moving to The Donut Mysteries Cookbook, reading them in publication order to experience Beck's exploration of outdoor experiences and donut-themed recipes.

Start with My Camping Adventure Journal and read in order.

Start this series with My Camping Adventure Journal

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The Donut Mysteries Cookbook

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Jessica Beck written?
Jessica Beck has written 75 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2023.
What is the first book in each Jessica Beck series?
Here are the first books in Jessica Beck's series: Cast Iron Cooking Mystery: Cast Iron Conviction; Classic Diner Mysteries: A Chili Death; Donut Shop Mysteries: Fatally Frosted; Ghost Cat Mystery: Bid for Midnight; Non-Fiction: My Camping Adventure Journal.
What order should I read Jessica Beck's books?
We recommend reading Jessica Beck's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Jessica Beck's series complete?
Jessica Beck has 4 completed series.

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