Patti Benning Reading Order
22 series · 301 books
Patti Benning is a prolific mystery writer who has published nearly 300 cozy mystery novels across more than two dozen series since 2016. Her work spans charming small-town settings and quirky amateur sleuth narratives, with particular strengths in animal-centered mysteries and food-themed whodunits. Readers drawn to lighthearted puzzles and feel-good crime stories will find extensive material across her interconnected Asheville Meadows, Candy Covered, and Alaskan-set mystery collections.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete4 books (2021–2022)
Start with A Very Cozy Halloween, the first of 4 books in the Anthologies series.
Start this series with A Very Cozy Halloween
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleAsheville Meadows Cozy Mystery Series
Complete8 books (2017–2018)
Start with Small Town Murder, the first of 8 books in the Asheville Meadows Cozy Mystery series.
Start this series with Small Town Murder
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Candy Covered Cozy Mysteries Series
Complete8 books (2019–2020)
Start with Peppermint Fudge and Fears, the first of 8 books in the Candy Covered Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Peppermint Fudge and Fears
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Coyote Crimes Series
Complete2 books (2026–2026)
Start this series with Missing the Mark
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleCozy Mystery Tails of Alaska Series
Complete8 books (2019–2019)
Start with Best Friends and Betrayal, the first of 8 books in the Cozy Mystery Tails of Alaska series.
Start this series with Best Friends and Betrayal
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Crooked Bay Cozy Mysteries Series
Likely Complete8 books (2023–2023)
Start with Crepe Escape, the first of 8 books in the Crooked Bay Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Crepe Escape
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Complete33 books (2016–2018)
Start with Beef Brisket Murder, the first of 33 books in the Darling Deli series.
Start this series with Beef Brisket Murder
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Egret Isle Cozy Mysteries Series
Ongoing12 books (2025–2025)
Start with A Serial Filler, the first of 12 books in the Egret Isle Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with A Serial Filler
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Hawk's Place Series
Likely Complete8 books (2020–2021)
Start with Deathly Delicious, the first of 8 books in the Hawk's Place series.
Start this series with Deathly Delicious
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleHomespun Crochet Cozy Misteries Series
Likely Complete12 books (2021–2022)
Start with A Fringe of Murder, the first of 12 books in the Homespun Crochet Cozy Misteries series.
Start this series with A Fringe of Murder
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Iron and Flame Cozy Mysteries Series
Ongoing10 books (2024–2024)
Start with Camping & A Steakout, the first of 10 books in the Iron and Flame Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Camping & A Steakout
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Killer Cookie Series
Complete5 books (2016–2018)
Start with Crunchy Christmas Murder, the first of 5 books in the Killer Cookie series.
Start this series with Crunchy Christmas Murder
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Latte's Mewsings Series
Likely Complete8 books (2020–2021)
Start with Claws of Murder, the first of 8 books in the Latte's Mewsings series.
Start this series with Claws of Murder
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleMiami Slice Series
Likely Complete8 books (2022–2022)
Start with Banking on Murder, the first of 8 books in the Miami Slice series.
Start this series with Banking on Murder
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleNightsmith Novelties Cozy Mysteries Series
Ongoing15 books (2026–2026)
Start with Birthday Blues, the first of 6 books in the Nightsmith Novelties Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Birthday Blues
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Papa Pacelli's Pizzeria Series
Likely Complete49 books (2016–2022)
Start with Bacon Cheddar Murder, the first of 49 books in the Papa Pacelli's Pizzeria series.
Start this series with Bacon Cheddar Murder
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Rambling RV Cozy Mysteries Series
Ongoing24 books (2022–2025)
Start with Mayhem in Montana, the first of 24 books in the Rambling RV Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Mayhem in Montana
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Real Estate Rescue Cozy Mysteries Series
Ongoing16 books (2023–2024)
Start with Breakin' In, the first of 16 books in the Real Estate Rescue Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Breakin' In
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Search and Rescue Cozy Mysteries Series
Ongoing36 books (2024–2025)
Start with After Park, the first of 36 books in the Search and Rescue Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with After Park
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Short Stories/Novellas Series
Ongoing8 books (2019–2024)
Start with A Merry Little Murder, the first of 8 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
Start this series with A Merry Little Murder
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Sit, Stay, Sleep Cozy Mysteries Series
Ongoing18 books (2025–2025)
Start with Buried Bones, the first of 18 books in the Sit, Stay, Sleep Cozy Mysteries series.
Start this series with Buried Bones
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Whiskers and Witches Series
Complete1 book (2017–2017)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Patti Benning written?
- Patti Benning has written 301 books across 22 series. Their published works span from 2016 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Patti Benning series?
- Here are the first books in Patti Benning's series: Anthologies: A Very Cozy Halloween; Asheville Meadows Cozy Mystery: Small Town Murder; Candy Covered Cozy Mysteries: Peppermint Fudge and Fears; Coyote Crimes: Missing the Mark; Cozy Mystery Tails of Alaska: Best Friends and Betrayal.
- What order should I read Patti Benning's books?
- We recommend reading Patti Benning's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Patti Benning still writing new books?
- Yes, Patti Benning has 8 ongoing series: Egret Isle Cozy Mysteries, Iron and Flame Cozy Mysteries, Nightsmith Novelties Cozy Mysteries, Rambling RV Cozy Mysteries, Real Estate Rescue Cozy Mysteries and 3 more.