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Penny Warner Reading Order

8 series · 71 books

Mystery & ThrillerNon-Fiction

Penny Warner is a prolific American mystery writer with multiple Agatha Award wins to her credit, known for crafting engaging puzzles across diverse series for both young readers and adults. Her extensive catalog spans over 70 books combining mystery fiction with practical non-fiction guides, reflecting her versatility across genres from culinary topics to parenting advice. Warner's Code Busters Club series has become particularly popular with middle-grade readers seeking clever mysteries, while her adult mysteries like the Connor Westphal and Food Festival Mystery series showcase her skill at blending suspense with relatable settings.

Code Busters Club Series

Ongoing

12 books (2011–2025)

Start with The Secret of the Skeleton Key, the first of 12 books in the Code Busters Club series.

Start this series with The Secret of the Skeleton Key

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The Secret of the Skeleton Key
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Haunted Lighthouse
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Mystery of the Pirate's Treasure / Secret Treasure of Pirate Cove
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Mummy's Curse
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Cover of The Hunt for the Missing Spy
The Hunt for the Missing Spy
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Cover of The Secret of the Puzzle Box
The Secret of the Puzzle Box
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
A Disappearance in Magicland
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Clash of the Secret Code Clubs
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
The Haunting of Mystery Mansion
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
The Science Fair Scheme
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Escape from Bigfoot
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
The Search for the Missing Mascot
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Code Busters Club Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2015–2015)

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1
Cover of Top Secret Code Busters Club Handbook
Top Secret Code Busters Club Handbook
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Connor Westphal Series

Complete

7 books (1997–2012)

Start with Dead Body Language, the first of 7 books in the Connor Westphal series.

Start this series with Dead Body Language

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1
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Dead Body Language
1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Sign of Foul Play
1997Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Right to Remain Silent
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of A Quiet Undertaking
A Quiet Undertaking
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Cover of Blind Side
6
Cover of Silence is Golden
Silence is Golden
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Cover of Dead Man's Hand
Dead Man's Hand
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Food Festival Mystery Series

Complete

3 books (2014–2016)

Start with Death of a Crabby Cook and read in order.

Start this series with Death of a Crabby Cook

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#Title
1
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Death of a Crabby Cook
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Death of a Chocolate Cheater
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of Death of A Bad Apple
Death of A Bad Apple
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Haunted Dead and Breakfast Series

Complete

1 book (2025–2025)

#Title
1
Murder at Blackwood Inn
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

40 books (1983–2010)

Start with Healthy Snacks for Kids, the first of 40 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with Healthy Snacks for Kids

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1
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Healthy Snacks for Kids
1983Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Healthy Treats and Super Snacks for Kids
1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Super Snacks for Kids
1985Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of Super Toys
5
Cover of A Deadly Game of Klew(With: Tom Warner)
A Deadly Game of Klew(With: Tom Warner)
1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Cover of Greetings from the Grave(With: Tom Warner)
Greetings from the Grave(With: Tom Warner)
1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Cover of The Secret of the Bitter Sweets(With: Tom Warner)
The Secret of the Bitter Sweets(With: Tom Warner)
1986Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Cover of Penny Warner's Party Book
Penny Warner's Party Book
1987Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Cover of The Best Party Book
The Best Party Book
1992Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
Cover of Kids Party Games & Activities
Kids Party Games & Activities
1993Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Cover of Kids' Holiday Fun
Kids' Holiday Fun
1994Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Cover of Birthday Parties for Kids!
Birthday Parties for Kids!
1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
Kids' Party Cookbook
1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
Cover of Splish Splash
Splish Splash
1996Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
Cover of Games People Play
Games People Play
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
Cover of Great Games for Kids on the Go
Great Games for Kids on the Go
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17
Cover of Just for Fun Party Game Book
Just for Fun Party Game Book
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18
Cover of The Kids' Pick-a-Party Book
The Kids' Pick-a-Party Book
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19
Cover of Baby Birthday Parties
Baby Birthday Parties
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
20
Cover of Baby Play and Learn
Baby Play and Learn
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
21
Cover of Kids Outdoor Parties
Kids Outdoor Parties
1999Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
22
Cover of Preschool Play and Learn
Preschool Play and Learn
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
23
Cover of Slumber Parties
Slumber Parties
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
24
Cover of Learn to Sign the Fun Way!
Learn to Sign the Fun Way!
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
25
Cover of Smart Start for Your Baby / Smart Baby, Strong Baby
Smart Start for Your Baby / Smart Baby, Strong Baby
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
26
Cover of Storybook Parties
Storybook Parties
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
27
Cover of 365 Baby Care Tips
365 Baby Care Tips
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
28
Cover of Parent's and Kid's Complete Guide to Summer Camp Fun
Parent's and Kid's Complete Guide to Summer Camp Fun
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
29
Cover of Quality Time Anytime
Quality Time Anytime
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
30
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Summer Smarts for Cool Kids
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
31
Cover of The Big Book of Party and Holiday Fun
The Big Book of Party and Holiday Fun
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
32
Cover of 365 Toddler Tips
365 Toddler Tips
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
33
Toilet Training Without Tears or Trauma(With: Paula Kelly)
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
34
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Travel Games for Two
2003Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
35
Cover of Happy Birthday Parties!
Happy Birthday Parties!
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
36
Cover of Signing Fun
37
Cover of The Official Nancy Drew Handbook
The Official Nancy Drew Handbook
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
38
Cover of Ladies Night
Ladies Night
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
39
Rock-a-Bye Baby
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
40
Cover of Baby's Favorite Rhymes to Sign
Baby's Favorite Rhymes to Sign
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Party-Planning Mysteries Series

Complete

5 books (2010–2012)

Start with How to Crash a Killer Bash, the first of 5 books in the Party-Planning Mysteries series.

Start this series with How to Crash a Killer Bash

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1
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How to Crash a Killer Bash
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Cover of How to Host a Killer Party
How to Host a Killer Party
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of How to Party with a Killer Vampire
How to Party with a Killer Vampire
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Cover of How to Survive a Killer Séance
How to Survive a Killer Séance
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Cover of How to Dine on Killer Wine
How to Dine on Killer Wine
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Troop 13 Mysteries Series

Complete

2 books (2001–2001)

Start with The Mystery of the Haunted Caves and read in order.

Start this series with The Mystery of the Haunted Caves

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#Title
1
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The Mystery of the Haunted Caves
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Mystery of the Missing Mustangs
2001Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Penny Warner written?
Penny Warner has written 71 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1983 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Penny Warner series?
Here are the first books in Penny Warner's series: Code Busters Club: The Secret of the Skeleton Key; Connor Westphal: Dead Body Language; Food Festival Mystery: Death of a Crabby Cook; Non-Fiction: Healthy Snacks for Kids; Party-Planning Mysteries: How to Crash a Killer Bash.
What order should I read Penny Warner's books?
We recommend reading Penny Warner's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Penny Warner still writing new books?
Yes, Penny Warner has 1 ongoing series: Code Busters Club.

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