Sandra Balzo Reading Order
6 series Β· 25 books
Sandra Balzo is a seasoned mystery novelist known for her engaging storytelling and well-crafted plots. With a prolific portfolio of 25 titles spanning six series, including the Dog-sitting Mysteries and the Maggy Thorsen Mystery series, she has captivated readers since 2004. Her standout works have earned recognition with Anthony and Macavity award nominations, showcasing her talent for blending suspense with intriguing characters.
Dog-sitting Mysteries Series
Complete1 book (2025β2025)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Poison and Pooches 2025Buy πΊπΈ |
Maggy Thorsen Mystery Series
Ongoing17 books (2004β2024)
Start with Uncommon Grounds, the first of 17 books in the Maggy Thorsen Mystery series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Uncommon Grounds 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Grounds for Murder 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Bean There, Done That 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Brewed, Crude and Tattooed 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | A Cup of Jo 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | From the Grounds Up 2010Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Triple Shot 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Murder on the Orient Espresso 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | To the Last Drop 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Importance of Being Urnest 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | Murder a la Mocha 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | Death of a Bean Counter 2020Buy πΊπΈ |
| 13 | Flat White 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 14 | French Roast 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 15 | The Big Steep 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 16 | Any Pot in a Storm 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
| 17 | Brew Unto Others 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Main Street Mystery Series
Complete3 books (2011β2014)
Start with Running on Empty and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Running on Empty 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Dead Ends 2012Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Hit and Run 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2004β2011)
Start with Viscery and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Viscery 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | The Grass is Always Greener 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2011β2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Grass is Always Greener and Other Stories 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2011β2011)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heaven's Fire 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Sandra Balzo written?
- Sandra Balzo has written 25 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 2004 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Sandra Balzo series?
- Here are the first books in Sandra Balzo's series: Maggy Thorsen Mystery: Uncommon Grounds; Main Street Mystery: Running on Empty; Short Stories/Novellas: Viscery.
- What order should I read Sandra Balzo's books?
- We recommend reading Sandra Balzo's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Sandra Balzo still writing new books?
- Yes, Sandra Balzo has 1 ongoing series: Maggy Thorsen Mystery.

