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Marty Wingate Reading Order

6 series · 29 books

Action & AdventureMystery & ThrillerNon-Fiction

Marty Wingate has crafted a diverse body of work spanning cozy mysteries and non-fiction across six series since 2003. Her mystery novels, including the Potting Shed Mysteries and Birds of a Feather Mysteries, blend wit with intrigue in accessible, character-driven plots that appeal to readers seeking engaging page-turners. Drawing on her expertise in gardens and travel, Wingate brings authenticity and charm to her storytelling, establishing herself as a prolific voice in contemporary mystery fiction.

Birds Of A Feather Mysteries Series

Complete

4 books (2015–2018)

Start with Empty Nest, the first of 4 books in the Birds Of A Feather Mysteries series.

Start this series with Empty Nest

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The Rhyme of the Magpie
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Every Trick in the Rook
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Farewell, My Cuckoo
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

First Edition Library Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2019–2022)

Start with The Bodies in the Library and read in order.

Start this series with The Bodies in the Library

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The Bodies in the Library
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Murder is a Must
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Librarian Always Rings Twice
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

London Ladies' Murder Club Series

Ongoing

4 books (2024–2024)

Start with A Body at the Dance Hall, the first of 4 books in the London Ladies' Murder Club series.

Start this series with A Body at the Dance Hall

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A Body at the Dance Hall
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
A Body at the Séance
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
A Body on the Doorstep
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Murder of a Suffragette
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

5 books (2003–2013)

Start with Big Ideas for Northwest Small Gardens, the first of 5 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with Big Ideas for Northwest Small Gardens

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Big Ideas for Northwest Small Gardens
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Big Book of Northwest Perennials
2005Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Bellevue Botanical Garden
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Landscaping for Privacy
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Perennials for the Pacific Northwest
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Potting Shed Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

9 books (2014–2021)

Start with The Garden Plot, the first of 9 books in the Potting Shed Mysteries series.

Start this series with The Garden Plot

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1
The Garden Plot
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
The Red Book of Primrose House
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Between a Rock and a Hard Place
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The Bluebonnet Betrayal
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
The Skeleton Garden
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Best-Laid Plants
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Midsummer Mayhem
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Christmas at Greenoak
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Bittersweet Herbs
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

4 books (2021–2026)

Start with Glamour Girls and read in order.

Start this series with Glamour Girls

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Glamour Girls
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Orphans of Mersea House
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
The House for Lost Children
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
The German Sisters
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Marty Wingate written?
Marty Wingate has written 29 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Marty Wingate series?
Here are the first books in Marty Wingate's series: Birds Of A Feather Mysteries: Empty Nest; First Edition Library Mysteries: The Bodies in the Library; London Ladies' Murder Club: A Body at the Dance Hall; Non-Fiction: Big Ideas for Northwest Small Gardens; Potting Shed Mysteries: The Garden Plot.
What order should I read Marty Wingate's books?
We recommend reading Marty Wingate's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Marty Wingate still writing new books?
Yes, Marty Wingate has 2 ongoing series: London Ladies' Murder Club, Standalone Novels.

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