Laura Alden Reading Order
7 series · 59 books · Born 1955
Laura Alden is a prolific author who has published over 57 books across multiple genres since 1982. Her work spans mystery and thriller fiction, young adult novels, and non-fiction, with notable series including the Beth Kennedy mysteries, the Bookmobile Cat Mysteries, and Circle The Year With Holidays. Drawing on her diverse range of interests, Alden has built a career writing engaging stories for both adult and younger readers, establishing herself as a versatile voice across contemporary mystery and lifestyle non-fiction.
Beth Kennedy Series
Complete5 books (2010–2014)
Start with Murder at the PTA, the first of 5 books in the Beth Kennedy series.
Start this series with Murder at the PTA
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Bookmobile Cat Mysteries Series
Ongoing14 books (2013–2026)
Start with Lending a Paw, the first of 13 books in the Bookmobile Cat Mysteries series.
Start this series with Lending a Paw
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Children's Series
Complete7 books (1982–1988)
Start with Saying I'm Sorry, the first of 7 books in the Children's series.
Start this series with Saying I'm Sorry
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Circle The Year With Holidays Series
Complete9 books (1993–2000)
Start with Halloween Safety, the first of 9 books in the Circle The Year With Holidays series.
Start this series with Halloween Safety
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (1989–1991)
Start with Houdini and read in order.
Start this series with Houdini
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Read Around Alphabet Town Series
Complete11 books (1991–2000)
Start with Cat's Adventure in Alphabet Town, the first of 11 books in the Read Around Alphabet Town series.
Start this series with Cat's Adventure in Alphabet Town
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Victoria Square Mystery Series
Ongoing10 books (2010–2026)
Start with A Crafty Killing(By: Lorraine Bartlett), the first of 9 books in the Victoria Square Mystery series.
Start this series with A Crafty Killing(By: Lorraine Bartlett)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Laura Alden written?
- Laura Alden has written 59 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1982 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Laura Alden series?
- Here are the first books in Laura Alden's series: Beth Kennedy: Murder at the PTA; Bookmobile Cat Mysteries: Lending a Paw; Children's: Saying I'm Sorry; Circle The Year With Holidays: Halloween Safety; Non-Fiction: Houdini.
- What order should I read Laura Alden's books?
- We recommend reading Laura Alden's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Laura Alden still writing new books?
- Yes, Laura Alden has 2 ongoing series: Bookmobile Cat Mysteries, Victoria Square Mystery.