Robin Yocum Reading Order
3 series · 10 books
Robin Yocum is an Ohio-based author who brings real investigative experience to his crime thrillers and historical mysteries. Drawing on his background as a crime reporter for the Columbus Dispatch, he crafts narratives grounded in authentic criminal investigation and journalistic detail. His body of work spans both fiction and nonfiction, reflecting his dual expertise in storytelling and factual reporting across more than three decades of publishing.
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Essay Series
Complete2 books (2012–2013)
Robin Yocum's two-book Essay series, published between 2012 and 2013, blends mystery and thriller elements with non-fiction sensibilities. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Essay followed by Red Dog Road, to experience the narrative as the author intended.
Start with The Essay and read in order.
Start this series with The Essay
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (1993–2004)
Robin Yocum's true crime series consists of two books published between 1993 and 2004, completing the collection. These investigative non-fiction works should be read in publication order, beginning with Insured for Murder, co-written with Catherine Candisky, followed by Dead Before Deadline. The series explores real criminal cases with the narrative tension of a mystery thriller while maintaining factual accuracy and journalistic rigor.
Start with Insured for Murder(With: Catherine Candisky) and read in order.
Start this series with Insured for Murder(With: Catherine Candisky)
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing6 books (2011–2025)
Robin Yocum's standalone novels series consists of six mystery and thriller books published between 2011 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Each novel can be read independently, though they should be approached in publication order beginning with Favorite Sons, followed by A Brilliant Death, A Welcome Murder, A Perfect Shot, The Sacrifice of Lester Yates, and The Last Hitman. Yocum draws on his background in both fiction and non-fiction to craft compelling crime narratives across the series.
Start with Favorite Sons, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Favorite Sons
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Robin Yocum written?
- Robin Yocum has written 10 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1993 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Robin Yocum series?
- Here are the first books in Robin Yocum's series: Essay: The Essay; Non-Fiction: Insured for Murder(With: Catherine Candisky).
- What order should I read Robin Yocum's books?
- We recommend reading Robin Yocum's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Robin Yocum still writing new books?
- Yes, Robin Yocum has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.