Penny Warner Reading Order
8 series · 71 books
Penny Warner is a prolific American author known for her engaging mystery novels, with a career spanning from 1983 to 2025. With a remarkable collection of 71 books across eight series, her notable works include the Code Busters Club and Food Festival Mystery series. Warner's contributions to the genre have earned her several accolades, including multiple Agatha Awards.
Code Busters Club Series
Ongoing12 books (2011–2025)
Start with The Secret of the Skeleton Key, the first of 12 books in the Code Busters Club series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Secret of the Skeleton Key 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Haunted Lighthouse 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Mystery of the Pirate's Treasure / Secret Treasure of Pirate Cove 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Mummy's Curse 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Hunt for the Missing Spy 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Secret of the Puzzle Box 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | A Disappearance in Magicland 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Clash of the Secret Code Clubs 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Haunting of Mystery Mansion 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Science Fair Scheme 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Escape from Bigfoot 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Search for the Missing Mascot 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Code Busters Club Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (2015–2015)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Top Secret Code Busters Club Handbook 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
Connor Westphal Series
Complete7 books (1997–2012)
Start with Dead Body Language, the first of 7 books in the Connor Westphal series.
Food Festival Mystery Series
Complete3 books (2014–2016)
Start with Death of a Crabby Cook and read in order.
Haunted Dead and Breakfast Series
Complete1 book (2025–2025)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Murder at Blackwood Inn 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete40 books (1983–2010)
Start with Healthy Snacks for Kids, the first of 40 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Healthy Snacks for Kids 1983Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Healthy Treats and Super Snacks for Kids 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Super Snacks for Kids 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Super Toys 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  A Deadly Game of Klew(With: Tom Warner) 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Greetings from the Grave(With: Tom Warner) 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Secret of the Bitter Sweets(With: Tom Warner) 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Penny Warner's Party Book 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Best Party Book 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Kids Party Games & Activities 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Kids' Holiday Fun 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Birthday Parties for Kids! 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Kids' Party Cookbook 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Splish Splash 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Games People Play 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Great Games for Kids on the Go 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Just for Fun Party Game Book 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  The Kids' Pick-a-Party Book 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  Baby Birthday Parties 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Baby Play and Learn 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Kids Outdoor Parties 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Preschool Play and Learn 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  Slumber Parties 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  Learn to Sign the Fun Way! 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  Smart Start for Your Baby / Smart Baby, Strong Baby 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Storybook Parties 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 |  365 Baby Care Tips 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 |  Parent's and Kid's Complete Guide to Summer Camp Fun 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 |  Quality Time Anytime 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 |  Summer Smarts for Cool Kids 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 |  The Big Book of Party and Holiday Fun 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 |  365 Toddler Tips 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 | Toilet Training Without Tears or Trauma(With: Paula Kelly) 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 |  Travel Games for Two 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 |  Happy Birthday Parties! 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 36 |  Signing Fun 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 37 |  The Official Nancy Drew Handbook 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 38 |  Ladies Night 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 39 | Rock-a-Bye Baby 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 40 |  Baby's Favorite Rhymes to Sign 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
Party-Planning Mysteries Series
Complete5 books (2010–2012)
Start with How to Crash a Killer Bash, the first of 5 books in the Party-Planning Mysteries series.
Troop 13 Mysteries Series
Complete2 books (2001–2001)
Start with The Mystery of the Haunted Caves and read in order.
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.