Mary Kay Andrews Reading Order
7 series · 39 books · Born 1954-07-27
Mary Kay Andrews is the pseudonym for Kathy Hogan Trocheck, a versatile author known for witty, character-driven romances often set in coastal communities. Before turning to fiction, she worked as a newspaper reporter covering crime and murder trials, experience that shaped her acclaimed Callahan Garrity mystery series published under her real name. With nearly forty books spanning multiple genres—from lighthearted beach town romances to serious mysteries and nonfiction—Andrews has built a reputation for blending humor, heart, and authentic storytelling across her diverse body of work.
Beach Town Series
Complete2 books (2015–2016)
Start with Beach Town and read in order.
Start this series with Beach Town
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Callahan Garrity Series
Complete11 books (1992–2014)
Start with Every Crooked Nanny, the first of 11 books in the Callahan Garrity series.
Start this series with Every Crooked Nanny
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2024–2024)
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing18 books (2003–2026)
Start with Little Bitty Lies, the first of 18 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Little Bitty Lies
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Truman Kicklighter Series
Complete2 books (1995–1997)
Start with Lickety-Split and read in order.
Start this series with Lickety-Split
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Weezie & Bebe Mysteries Series
Complete4 books (2002–2013)
Start with Savannah Blues, the first of 4 books in the Weezie & Bebe Mysteries series.
Start this series with Savannah Blues
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Mary Kay Andrews written?
- Mary Kay Andrews has written 39 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1992 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Mary Kay Andrews series?
- Here are the first books in Mary Kay Andrews's series: Beach Town: Beach Town; Callahan Garrity: Every Crooked Nanny; Truman Kicklighter: Lickety-Split; Weezie & Bebe Mysteries: Savannah Blues.
- What order should I read Mary Kay Andrews's books?
- We recommend reading Mary Kay Andrews's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Mary Kay Andrews still writing new books?
- Yes, Mary Kay Andrews has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.