Michael Stanley Reading Order
6 series · 18 books
Michael Stanley was a prolific author known for his contributions to the mystery genre, particularly through his Detective Kubu series. With 18 books spanning across six series, including collections and standalone works, he captivated readers with his gripping narratives. Active from 2008 to 2022, Stanley's most notable achievement is the Detective Kubu series, which showcases his distinct storytelling style.
Anthologies Series
Complete5 books (2009–2018)
Start with Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
Detective Kubu Series
Likely Complete8 books (2008–2022)
Start with A Carrion Death, the first of 8 books in the Detective Kubu series.
Detective Kubu Collections Series
Complete2 books (2013–2019)
Start with Detective Kubu Investigates and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2013–2013)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  A Taste of Africa 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2020–2020)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | African Mysteries 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2019–2019)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Dead of Night 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Michael Stanley written?
- Michael Stanley has written 18 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2022.
- What is the first book in each Michael Stanley series?
- Here are the first books in Michael Stanley's series: Anthologies: Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense; Detective Kubu: A Carrion Death; Detective Kubu Collections: Detective Kubu Investigates.
- What order should I read Michael Stanley's books?
- We recommend reading Michael Stanley's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Michael Stanley's series complete?
- Michael Stanley has 5 completed series.