Mary Ellen Hughes Reading Order
7 series Β· 17 books
Mary Ellen Hughes is a prolific author known for her engaging cozy mysteries and lighthearted storytelling. With a total of 17 books across seven series, she has captivated readers with series like the Keepsake Cove Mysteries and the Maggie Olenski novels, among others. Active from 2000 until 2022, her work continues to delight fans of mystery and charm.
A Craft Fair Knitters Mystery Series
Likely Complete3 books (2020β2022)
Start with A Wicked Yarn and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Wicked Yarn 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Stitched in Crime 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Knits, Knots, and Knives 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2010β2011)
Start with Chesapeake Crimes: They Had It Comin' and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chesapeake Crimes: They Had It Comin' 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Tales from the Backlist: Selected Stories from Backlist e-Books Authors 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Craft Corner Series
Complete3 books (2000β2008)
Start with Wreath of Deception and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wreath of Deception 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | String of Lies 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Paper-Thin Alibi 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
Keepsake Cove Mysteries Series
Complete3 books (2017β2019)
Start with A Fatal Collection and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | A Fatal Collection 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | A Vintage Death 2018Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | A Curio Killing 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
Maggie Olenski Series
Complete2 books (2000β2012)
Start with Resort to Murder and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Resort to Murder 2000Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | A Taste of Death 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
Pickled & Preserved Mysteries Series
Complete3 books (2014β2016)
Start with The Pickled Piper and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Pickled Piper 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | License to Dill 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Scene of the Brine 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2011β2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Woman on the Train 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Mary Ellen Hughes written?
- Mary Ellen Hughes has written 17 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2000 to 2022.
- What is the first book in each Mary Ellen Hughes series?
- Here are the first books in Mary Ellen Hughes's series: A Craft Fair Knitters Mystery: A Wicked Yarn; Anthologies: Chesapeake Crimes: They Had It Comin'; Craft Corner: Wreath of Deception; Keepsake Cove Mysteries: A Fatal Collection; Maggie Olenski: Resort to Murder.
- What order should I read Mary Ellen Hughes's books?
- We recommend reading Mary Ellen Hughes's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Mary Ellen Hughes's series complete?
- Mary Ellen Hughes has 6 completed series.

