Leslie Meier Reading Order
6 series · 90 books
Leslie Meier is a prolific American author known for her engaging cozy mysteries, with an impressive catalog of 90 books spanning six series. She has captivated readers with her beloved Lucy Stone character, as well as the Lucy Stone Collections, Carole and Poopsie Mysteries, A Knit & Nibble Mystery, and Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries. Active from 1991 to 2026, Meier has made a significant mark in the genre, delighting fans with her charming storytelling.
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: Lee Hollis,Peggy Ehrhart) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete3 books (2012–2023)
Start with A Winter Wonderland and read in order.
Carole and Poopsie Mystery Series
Complete1 book (2025–2025)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Matter of Pedigree 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries Series
Ongoing26 books (2012–2026)
Start with Death of a Country Fried Redneck(By: Lee Hollis), 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(By: Lee Hollis) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Death of a Kitchen Diva(By: Lee Hollis) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Death of a Coupon Clipper(By: Lee Hollis) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Death of a Chocoholic(By: Lee Hollis) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Death of a Christmas Caterer(By: Lee Hollis) 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Death of a Cupcake Queen(By: Lee Hollis) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Death of a Bacon Heiress(By: Lee Hollis) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Death of a Pumpkin Carver(By: Lee Hollis) 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Death of a Lobster Lover(By: Lee Hollis) 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Death of a Cookbook Author(By: Lee Hollis) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Death of a Wedding Cake Baker(By: Lee Hollis) 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Death of a Blueberry Tart(By: Lee Hollis) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Death of a Wicked Witch(By: Lee Hollis) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | Death of an Italian Chef(By: Lee Hollis) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Halloween Party Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Barbara Ross) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Death by Haunted House(By: Lee Hollis) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Death by Yule Log(By: Lee Hollis) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Death of a Christmas Carol(By: Lee Hollis) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Death of an Ice Cream Scooper(By: Lee Hollis) 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Death of a Clam Digger(By: Lee Hollis) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 | Death of a Halloween Party Monster(By: Lee Hollis) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 | Death of a Gingerbread Man(By: Lee Hollis) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 | Easter Basket Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Barbara Ross) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 | Death of a Tom Turkey(By: Lee Hollis) 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 | Death of a Grill Master(By: Lee Hollis) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 | Easter Egg Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Peggy Ehrhart) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Lucy Stone Series
Ongoing43 books (1991–2026)
Start with Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder, the first of 43 books in the Lucy Stone series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Tippy Toe Murder 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Trick or Treat Murder 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Back to School Murder 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Christmas Cookie Murder 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Valentine Murder 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Turkey Day Murder 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Wedding Day Murder 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Birthday Party Murder 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Father's Day Murder 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Star Spangled Murder 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | New Year's Eve Murder 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Bake Sale Murder 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  St. Patrick's Day Murder 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Mother's Day Murder 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Wicked Witch Murder 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 | Chocolate Covered Murder 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  English Tea Murder 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Christmas Carol Murder 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Easter Bunny Murder 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  French Pastry Murder 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Candy Corn Murder 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  British Manor Murder 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  Eggnog Murder 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  Turkey Trot Murder 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Silver Anniversary Murder 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 | Yule Log Murder 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 | Invitation Only Murder 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 | Christmas Card Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Peggy Ehrhart) 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 | Halloween Party Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Barbara Ross) 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 |  Irish Parade Murder 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 |  Easter Bonnet Murder 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 | Haunted House Murder 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 | Candy Canes of Christmas Past 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 | Gingerbread Cookies and Gunshots 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 36 | Irish Coffee Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Barbara Ross) 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 37 |  Mother of the Bride Murder 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 38 | The Christmas Thief 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 39 | Easter Basket Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Barbara Ross) 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 40 | Patchwork Quilt Murder 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 41 | Bridal Shower Murder 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 42 |  Countdown to Christmas Murder 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 43 | Easter Egg Murder(With: Lee Hollis,Peggy Ehrhart) 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Lucy Stone Collections Series
Complete2 books (2007–2010)
Start with Candy Cane Murder and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Leslie Meier written?
- Leslie Meier has written 90 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1991 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Leslie Meier series?
- Here are the first books in Leslie Meier's series: A Knit & Nibble Mystery: Died in the Wool(By: Peggy Ehrhart); Anthologies: A Winter Wonderland; Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries: Death of a Country Fried Redneck(By: Lee Hollis); Lucy Stone: Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder; Lucy Stone Collections: Candy Cane Murder.
- What order should I read Leslie Meier's books?
- We recommend reading Leslie Meier's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Leslie Meier still writing new books?
- Yes, Leslie Meier has 3 ongoing series: A Knit & Nibble Mystery, Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mysteries, Lucy Stone.