Lee Hollis Reading Order
7 series · 98 books
Lee Hollis is a prolific author known for his engaging cozy mysteries, crafting stories filled with intrigue and culinary delights. With an impressive portfolio of 98 books spanning seven series—including the Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries and the Lucy Stone series—he has captivated readers since 1991. His ability to blend humor with suspense has made works like the Desert Flowers Mysteries particularly notable in the genre.
A Knit & Nibble Mystery Series
Ongoing15 books (2018–2026)
Start with Died in the Wool(By: Peggy Ehrhart), the first of 15 books in the A Knit & Nibble Mystery series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Died in the Wool(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Murder, She Knit(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Knit One, Die Two(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Silent Knit, Deadly Knit(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  A Fatal Yarn(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Knit of the Living Dead(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Knitty Gritty Murder(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Death of a Christmas Card Crafter(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Death of a Knit Wit(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Irish Knit Murder(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Knitmare on Beech Street(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Murder Most Irish(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | A Dark and Stormy Knit(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Last Wool and Testament(By: Peggy Ehrhart) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Easter Egg Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Peggy Ehrhart) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020–2023)
Start with Christmas Card Murder and read in order.
Desert Flowers Mysteries Series
Likely Complete5 books (2018–2023)
Start with Poppy Harmon Investigates, the first of 5 books in the Desert Flowers Mysteries series.
Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries Series
Ongoing26 books (2012–2026)
Start with Death of a Country Fried Redneck, the first of 26 books in the Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Death of a Country Fried Redneck 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Death of a Kitchen Diva 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Death of a Coupon Clipper 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Death of a Chocoholic 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Death of a Christmas Caterer 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Death of a Cupcake Queen 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Death of a Bacon Heiress 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Death of a Pumpkin Carver 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Death of a Lobster Lover 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Death of a Cookbook Author 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Death of a Wedding Cake Baker 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Death of a Blueberry Tart 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Death of a Wicked Witch 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Death of an Italian Chef 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Halloween Party Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Barbara Ross) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Death by Haunted House 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Death by Yule Log 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Death of a Christmas Carol 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Death of an Ice Cream Scooper 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Death of a Clam Digger 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Death of a Halloween Party Monster 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Death of a Gingerbread Man 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 | Easter Basket Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Barbara Ross) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | Death of a Tom Turkey 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 | Death of a Grill Master 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 | Easter Egg Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Peggy Ehrhart) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Lucy Stone Series
Ongoing43 books (1991–2026)
Start with Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder(By: Leslie Meier), the first of 43 books in the Lucy Stone series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Tippy Toe Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Trick or Treat Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Back to School Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Christmas Cookie Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Valentine Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Turkey Day Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Wedding Day Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Birthday Party Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Father's Day Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Star Spangled Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | New Year's Eve Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Bake Sale Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  St. Patrick's Day Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Mother's Day Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Wicked Witch Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Chocolate Covered Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  English Tea Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Christmas Carol Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Easter Bunny Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  French Pastry Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Candy Corn Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  British Manor Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  Eggnog Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  Turkey Trot Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Silver Anniversary Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 | Yule Log Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 | Invitation Only Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 | Christmas Card Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Peggy Ehrhart) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 | Halloween Party Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Barbara Ross) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 |  Irish Parade Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 |  Easter Bonnet Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 | Haunted House Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 | Candy Canes of Christmas Past(By: Leslie Meier) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 | Gingerbread Cookies and Gunshots(By: Leslie Meier) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 36 | Irish Coffee Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Barbara Ross) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 37 |  Mother of the Bride Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 38 | The Christmas Thief(By: Leslie Meier) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 39 | Easter Basket Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Barbara Ross) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 40 | Patchwork Quilt Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 41 | Bridal Shower Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 42 |  Countdown to Christmas Murder(By: Leslie Meier) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 43 | Easter Egg Murder(With: Leslie Meier,Peggy Ehrhart) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Maya and Sandra Mysteries Series
Ongoing5 books (2019–2025)
Start with Murder at the PTA, the first of 5 books in the Maya and Sandra Mysteries series.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2025–2025)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  My Father Always Finds Corpses 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Lee Hollis written?
- Lee Hollis has written 98 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1991 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Lee Hollis series?
- Here are the first books in Lee Hollis's series: A Knit & Nibble Mystery: Died in the Wool(By: Peggy Ehrhart); Anthologies: Christmas Card Murder; Desert Flowers Mysteries: Poppy Harmon Investigates; Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries: Death of a Country Fried Redneck; Lucy Stone: Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder(By: Leslie Meier).
- What order should I read Lee Hollis's books?
- We recommend reading Lee Hollis's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Lee Hollis still writing new books?
- Yes, Lee Hollis has 4 ongoing series: A Knit & Nibble Mystery, Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries, Lucy Stone, Maya and Sandra Mysteries.