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Sandra Balzo Reading Order

6 series · 25 books

Mystery & Thriller

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.

Dog-sitting Mysteries Series

Complete

1 book (2025–2025)

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1
Poison and Pooches
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Maggy Thorsen Mystery Series

Ongoing

17 books (2004–2024)

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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1
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Uncommon Grounds
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Grounds for Murder
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Bean There, Done That
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Brewed, Crude and Tattooed
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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6
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From the Grounds Up
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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8
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Murder on the Orient Espresso
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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To the Last Drop
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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Importance of Being Urnest
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
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Murder a la Mocha
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Death of a Bean Counter
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
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14
French Roast
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
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The Big Steep
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
Any Pot in a Storm
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17
Brew Unto Others
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Main Street Mystery Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2014)

Start with Running on Empty and read in order.

Start this series with Running on Empty

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1
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Running on Empty
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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3
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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

2 books (2004–2011)

Start with Viscery and read in order.

Start this series with Viscery

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1
2
The Grass is Always Greener
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

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1
The Grass is Always Greener and Other Stories
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

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1
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Heaven's Fire
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

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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