Phyllis A. Whitney Reading Order
3 series · 79 books · Born 3 September 1903
Phyllis A. Whitney, an influential author of mystery and suspense, had a prolific writing career from 1941 to 1997, creating a total of 79 books across three series. She is celebrated for her notable work in the genre, particularly her standalone novels, while also contributing to nonfiction and anthologies. Whitney's unique storytelling has left a lasting impact on readers and writers alike, solidifying her as the "Queen of American Mystery."
Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (1987–1996)
Start with A Gothic Treasure Trove and read in order.
Phyllis A. Whitney Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (1947–1982)
Start with Writing Juvenile Fiction and read in order.
Phyllis A. Whitney Standalone Novels Series
Complete74 books (1941–1997)
Start with A Place for Ann, the first of 74 books in the Phyllis A. Whitney Standalone Novels series.
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| 1 | A Place for Ann 1941Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | A Star for Ginny 1942Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | A Window for Julie 1943Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Red Carnelian / Red is for Murder 1943Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Silver Inkwell 1945Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Willow Hill 1947Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Ever After 1948Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Mystery of the Gulls 1949Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Linda's Homecoming 1950Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Mystery of the Strange Traveler / The Island of Dark Woods 1951Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Love Me, Love Me Not 1952Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Step to the Music 1953Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  A Long Time Coming 1954Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  The Mystery of the Black Diamonds 1954Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Mystery on the Isle of Skye 1955Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  The Quicksilver Pool 1955Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  The Fire and the Gold 1956Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  The Highest Dream 1956Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 19 |  The Trembling Hills 1956Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Mystery of the Green Cat 1957Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 21 |  Skye Cameron 1957Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 22 |  Secret of the Samurai Sword 1958Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 23 |  The Moonflower 1958Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 24 |  Creole Holiday 1959Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 25 |  Mystery of the Haunted Pool 1960Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 26 |  Thunder Heights 1960Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 27 |  Window on the Square 1960Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 28 |  Blue Fire 1961Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 29 |  Secret of the Tiger's Eye 1961Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 30 |  Mystery of the Golden Horn 1962Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 31 |  Mystery of the Hidden Hand 1963Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 32 |  Seven Tears for Apollo 1963Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 33 | Black Amber 1964Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 34 |  Sea Jade 1964Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 35 |  Secret of the Emerald Star 1964Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 36 |  Mystery of the Angry Idol 1965Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 37 |  Columbella 1966Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 38 |  Secret of the Spotted Shell 1967Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 39 | Silverhill 1967Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 40 |  Hunter's Green 1968Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 41 |  The Mystery of the Crimson Ghost 1969Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 42 |  The Secret of Goblin Glen 1969Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 43 |  The Secret of the Missing Footprint 1969Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 44 |  The Winter People 1969Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 45 |  Lost Island 1970Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 46 |  Listen for the Whisperer 1971Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 47 |  The Vanishing Scarecrow 1971Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 48 |  Nobody Likes Trina 1972Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 49 |  Mystery of the Scowling Boy 1973Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 50 |  Snowfire 1973Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 51 |  The Turquoise Mask 1974Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 52 |  Secret of Haunted Mesa 1975Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 53 |  Spindrift 1975Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 54 |  Song of the Shaggy Canary 1976Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 55 |  The Golden Unicorn 1976Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 56 |  Secret of the Stone Face 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 57 | The Stone Bull 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 58 |  The Glass Flame 1978Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 59 |  Domino 1979Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 60 |  Poinciana 1980Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 61 |  Vermilion 1981Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 62 | Emerald 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 63 | Rainsong 1984Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 64 |  Dream of Orchids 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 65 |  Flaming Tree 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 66 |  Silversword 1987Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 67 | Feather on the Moon 1988Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 68 |  Rainbow in the Mist 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 69 |  The Singing Stones 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 70 |  Woman Without a Past 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 71 |  The Ebony Swan 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 72 | Star Flight 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 73 |  Daughter of the Stars 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 74 |  Amethyst Dreams 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Phyllis A. Whitney written?
- Phyllis A. Whitney has written 79 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1941 to 1997.
- What is the first book in each Phyllis A. Whitney series?
- Here are the first books in Phyllis A. Whitney's series: Anthologies: A Gothic Treasure Trove; Phyllis A. Whitney Non-Fiction: Writing Juvenile Fiction; Phyllis A. Whitney Standalone Novels: A Place for Ann.
- What order should I read Phyllis A. Whitney's books?
- We recommend reading Phyllis A. Whitney's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Phyllis A. Whitney's series complete?
- Phyllis A. Whitney has 3 completed series.