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Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn Reading Order

12 series Β· 87 books Β· Born 1947

Peter Abrahams is an accomplished mystery and thriller writer who has published over eighty books since 1980, working across multiple genres including young adult fiction and action-adventure narratives. Writing under the pen name Spencer Quinn, he is best known for the Chet and Bernie Mysteries series, which follows a detective and his canine partner through intricate crime narratives told from the dog's perspective. Abrahams has also created the Bowser and Birdie series for younger readers, demonstrating his versatility in crafting engaging stories for different age groups across numerous acclaimed series.

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Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2008–2008)

Bowser and Birdie Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2017)

This three-book mystery and adventure series follows a young protagonist and a canine companion solving crimes together. Published between 2015 and 2017, the complete series consists of Woof, Arf, and Bow Wow, which should be read in publication order. The books blend mystery, thriller elements, and action-adventure storytelling with an appealing premise centered on an unlikely detective duo.

Start with Woof and read in order.

Chet and Bernie Mysteries Series

Ongoing

17 books (2008–2027)

The Chet and Bernie Mysteries series by Spencer Quinn comprises 16 books published from 2008 to 2026, with the series still ongoing. These mystery and thriller novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Dog On It and continuing through the most recent entries. The series follows the detective partnership at its core, with each installment building on the established characters and their evolving cases.

Start with Dog On It, the first of 16 books in the Chet and Bernie Mysteries series.

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Thereby Hangs a Tail
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The Dog Who Knew Too Much
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A Fistful of Collars
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The Sound and the Furry
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Scents and Sensibility
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It's a Wonderful Woof
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Cat on a Hot Tin Woof
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Raiders of the Lost Bark

Chet and Bernie Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

5 books (2012–2022)

The Chet and Bernie Short Stories and Novellas series consists of five books published between 2012 and 2022, featuring the detective duo from Peter Abrahams's longer Chet and Bernie novels. These shorter works should be read in publication order, beginning with A Cat Was Involved, followed by The Iggy Chronicles Volume One, Tail of Vengeance, Santa 365, and Short Tails. The series appears to be complete as of its final release in 2022.

Start with A Cat Was Involved, the first of 5 books in the Chet and Bernie Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with A Cat Was Involved

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Children's Series

Complete

2 books (2004–2011)

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Start with The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon and read in order.

Start this series with The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon

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The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon
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Den Of Shadows Series

Complete

1 book (2007–2007)

Echo Falls Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2008)

The Echo Falls series is a complete three-book mystery and adventure sequence for young adult readers, published between 2005 and 2008. Written by Peter Abrahams under the pseudonym Spencer Quinn, the series should be read in publication order beginning with Down the Rabbit Hole, followed by Behind the Curtain and concluding with Into the Dark. Each book builds on the previous installment's events and character development.

Start with Down the Rabbit Hole and read in order.

Start this series with Down the Rabbit Hole

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Down the Rabbit Hole
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Laura Geringer Series

Complete

26 books (1992–2010)

The Laura Geringer series comprises 26 complete books published between 1992 and 2010, featuring contributions from various authors and illustrators including Tor Seidler, Bruce Brooks, Sarah Weeks, and others. These works span mystery, thriller, young adult, and action-adventure genres, offering diverse storytelling across the collection. Readers should begin with Return of the Shadows and proceed in publication order through all 26 titles to experience the full series as intended.

Start with Return of the Shadows(By: Norma Farber,Andrea Baruffi), the first of 26 books in the Laura Geringer series.

Start this series with Return of the Shadows(By: Norma Farber,Andrea Baruffi)

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Return of the Shadows(By: Norma Farber,Andrea Baruffi)
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The Lost Sailor(By: Richard Egielski,Pam Conrad)
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The Same Wind(By: Barbara Bustetter Falk,Bette Killion)
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Cover of Cowboy Ed(By: Bill Grossman)
Cowboy Ed(By: Bill Grossman)
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Cover of Horses With Wings(By: Lynn Curlee,Dennis Haseley)
Horses With Wings(By: Lynn Curlee,Dennis Haseley)
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Cover of Hurricane City(By: James Warhola,Sarah Weeks)
Hurricane City(By: James Warhola,Sarah Weeks)
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The Big Green Pocketbook(By: Felicia Bond,Candice Ransom)
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Cover of Red Ribbon(By: Sarah Weeks,Jeffrey Greene)
Red Ribbon(By: Sarah Weeks,Jeffrey Greene)
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Cover of Asylum for Nightface(By: Bruce Brooks)
Asylum for Nightface(By: Bruce Brooks)
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Cover of Mean Margaret(By: Tor Seidler)
Mean Margaret(By: Tor Seidler)
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Cover of The Silent Spillbills(By: Tor Seidler)
The Silent Spillbills(By: Tor Seidler)
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Cover of Vanishing(By: Bruce Brooks)
Vanishing(By: Bruce Brooks)
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Cover of Brainboy and the DeathMaster(By: Tor Seidler)
Brainboy and the DeathMaster(By: Tor Seidler)
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Ariel(By: Grace Tiffany)
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The Midnight Diary of Zoya Blume(By: Laura Shaine Cunningham)
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Wind Rider(By: Susan Williams)
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Frannie in Pieces(By: Delia Ephron)
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Undercover(By: Beth Kephart)
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Cover of Alive and Well in Prague, New York(By: Daphne Benedis-Grab)
Alive and Well in Prague, New York(By: Daphne Benedis-Grab)
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Cover of House of Dance(By: Beth Kephart)
House of Dance(By: Beth Kephart)
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Cover of The Halloween Play(By: Felicia Bond)
The Halloween Play(By: Felicia Bond)
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Cover of I, Lorelei(By: Yeardley Smith)
I, Lorelei(By: Yeardley Smith)
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The Last Polar Bear(By: Jean Craighead George)
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What Hearts(By: Bruce Brooks)
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As Simple as It Seems(By: Sarah Weeks)

Mrs. Plansky Series

Ongoing

2 books (2023–2025)

The Mrs. Plansky series comprises two books published between 2023 and 2025, with more installments anticipated. This ongoing mystery and thriller series should be read in publication order, beginning with Mrs. Plansky's Revenge followed by Mrs. Plansky Goes Rogue. The books follow the exploits of their resourceful protagonist as she navigates action-packed adventures and investigative challenges.

Start with Mrs. Plansky's Revenge and read in order.

Start this series with Mrs. Plansky's Revenge

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Mrs. Plansky's Revenge
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Mrs. Plansky Goes Rogue

Outlaws Of Sherwood Street Series

Complete

2 books (2012–2013)

The Outlaws of Sherwood Street is a two-book young adult mystery and adventure series by Peter Abrahams and Spencer Quinn, published in 2012 and 2013. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Stealing from the Rich and concluding with Giving to the Poor. These books follow a group of resourceful young protagonists navigating thrilling escapades and mysteries with action-packed storytelling.

Start with Stealing from the Rich / Robbie Forester and the Outlaws of Sherwood Street and read in order.

Start this series with Stealing from the Rich / Robbie Forester and the Outlaws of Sherwood Street

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Stealing from the Rich / Robbie Forester and the Outlaws of Sherwood Street
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Queenie & Arthur Series

Complete

3 books (2019–2020)

The Queenie & Arthur series is a three-book mystery and adventure collection published between 2019 and 2020. Written by Peter Abrahams under the pen name Spencer Quinn, this complete series follows publication order and should be read starting with Paws vs. Claws, followed by Ruff vs. Fluff and Bark vs. Snark. The books blend mystery, thriller elements, and action suitable for young adult readers.

Start with Paws vs. Claws and read in order.

Standalone Novels Series

Likely Complete

22 books (1980–2022)

Peter Abrahams and Spencer Quinn produced 22 standalone novels between 1980 and 2022, spanning mystery, thriller, young adult, and action-adventure genres. Beginning with The Fury of Rachel Monette and concluding with End of Story, these books should be read in publication order, though each novel stands alone with its own complete story. The series encompasses titles such as Red Message, Hard Rain, Pressure Drop, The Fan, and A Perfect Crime, offering diverse narratives across four decades of the authors' work. With the final book published in 2022, the series appears to be complete.

Start with The Fury of Rachel Monette, the first of 22 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Fury of Rachel Monette

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn written?
Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn has written 87 books across 12 series. Their published works span from 1980 to 2027.
What is the first book in each Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn series?
Here are the first books in Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn's series: Bowser and Birdie: Woof; Chet and Bernie Mysteries: Dog On It; Chet and Bernie Short Stories/Novellas: A Cat Was Involved; Children's: The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon; Echo Falls: Down the Rabbit Hole.
What order should I read Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn's books?
We recommend reading Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn still writing new books?
Yes, Peter Abrahams / Spencer Quinn has 2 ongoing series: Chet and Bernie Mysteries, Mrs. Plansky.

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