Marty Wingate Reading Order

4 books (2015–2018)

The Birds of a Feather Mysteries series consists of four complete mystery novels published between 2015 and 2018. Follow the series in publication order, beginning with Empty Nest and concluding with Farewell, My Cuckoo. Each book builds on the narrative arc established in the first installment, making sequential reading essential for the best experience.

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

3 books (2019–2022)

Marty Wingate's First Edition Library Mysteries series comprises three standalone mysteries published between 2019 and 2022, with the series appearing complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Bodies in the Library, followed by Murder is a Must, and concluding with The Librarian Always Rings Twice. This cozy mystery series blends traditional whodunit elements with literary intrigue, appealing to readers who enjoy character-driven detective stories set in atmospheric locations.

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

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

4 books (2024–2024)

The London Ladies' Murder Club is an ongoing mystery series by Marty Wingate that currently comprises four books. All entries should be read in publication order, beginning with A Body at the Dance Hall, followed by A Body at the Séance, A Body on the Doorstep, and Murder of a Suffragette. The series was launched in 2024 and continues to expand.

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

5 books (2003–2013)

Marty Wingate's five-book non-fiction series spans from 2003 to 2013 and focuses on gardening and landscaping topics relevant to the Pacific Northwest region. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Big Ideas for Northwest Small Gardens. Titles cover practical gardening advice for small spaces, perennial plant guides, botanical garden design, privacy landscaping solutions, and regional plant selection. These works combine Wingate's expertise in horticulture with practical guidance for northwestern gardeners.

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

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

9 books (2014–2021)

The Potting Shed Mysteries series consists of nine books published between 2014 and 2021, beginning with The Garden Plot and concluding with Bittersweet Herbs. This cozy mystery series should be read in publication order to follow the ongoing development of characters and plotlines. The series appears to be complete, offering readers a full arc across all nine installments.

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

5 books (2021–2026)

Marty Wingate has written four standalone mystery novels published between 2021 and 2025, with the series currently ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Glamour Girls, followed by The Orphans of Mersea House, The House for Lost Children, and The German Sisters. Each novel stands alone while reflecting Wingate's interest in mystery, thriller, and historical narratives.

Start with Glamour Girls and read in order.

#	Title
1	Glamour Girls 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	The Orphans of Mersea House 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3	The House for Lost Children 2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4	A Murder Is Rehearsed 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5	The German Sisters 2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible