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Sandra Balzo Reading Order

6 series Β· 25 books

Sandra Balzo is a Wisconsin-born mystery writer who has published twenty-five novels across six series since 2004, earning Anthony and Macavity award nominations along with starred reviews from major publications. After two decades in corporate communications and event management, she shifted to crafting engaging whodunits featuring unforgettable protagonists like coffee expert Maggy Thorsen and investigative journalist AnnaLise Griggs. Her work spans traditional mysteries, dog-sitting capers, small-town intrigue, and acclaimed short fiction that showcase her talent for combining humor, suspense, and genuine human drama.

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Dog-sitting Mysteries Series

Complete

1 book (2025–2025)

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Maggy Thorsen Mystery Series

Ongoing

17 books (2004–2024)

Sandra Balzo's Maggy Thorsen Mystery series comprises 17 books published between 2004 and 2024, with the saga still ongoing. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with Uncommon Grounds. This mystery and thriller series follows its protagonist through a sequence of interconnected cases across the decade-spanning collection.

Start with Uncommon Grounds, the first of 17 books in the Maggy Thorsen Mystery series.

Start this series with Uncommon Grounds

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Main Street Mystery Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2014)

Sandra Balzo's Main Street Mystery series comprises three complete mystery novels published between 2011 and 2014. The trilogy should be read in publication order, beginning with Running on Empty, followed by Dead Ends, and concluding with Hit and Run. This series offers fans of mystery and thriller fiction a closed narrative arc that unfolds across all three books.

Start with Running on Empty and read in order.

Start this series with Running on Empty

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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (2004–2011)

Sandra Balzo's short stories and novellas collection spans from 2004 to 2011 and consists of two complete volumes. These mystery and thriller tales should be read in publication order, beginning with Viscery followed by The Grass is Always Greener. The series offers readers a finished collection of shorter works within the mystery and thriller genre.

Start with Viscery and read in order.

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The Grass is Always Greener

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

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The Grass is Always Greener and Other Stories

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

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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.

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