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Tim Myers Reading Order

26 series Β· 165 books

Tim Myers is a prolific author who has published over 160 books across 26 series since 2001, spanning fantasy, mystery, and non-fiction genres. His diverse catalog includes the A Mystery by the Numbers series, the Candlemaking Mystery collection, and the Book of Time sequence, showcasing his versatility in crafting both puzzle-driven narratives and speculative fiction. Myers has established himself as a consistently productive writer known for creating interconnected story worlds and engaging anthology compilations that appeal to readers seeking both intellectual challenges and imaginative storytelling.

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A Mystery by the Numbers Series

Complete

3 books (2010–2012)

Tim Myers' A Mystery by the Numbers trilogy is a complete fantasy mystery series consisting of three books published between 2010 and 2012. The novels should be read in publication order, beginning with A Deadly Row, followed by A Killer Column, and concluding with A Grid for Murder. This series blends mystery and fantasy elements across its interconnected installments.

Start with A Deadly Row and read in order.

Anthologies Series

Ongoing

3 books (2003–2026)

Tim Myers edited two anthology collections between 2003 and 2024, with the series remaining ongoing. These fantasy, mystery, and thriller compilations should be read in publication order, beginning with A Hot and Sultry Night for Crime followed by Saddles & Sweethearts.

Start with A Hot and Sultry Night for Crime and read in order.

Start this series with A Hot and Sultry Night for Crime

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A Hot and Sultry Night for Crime
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Saddles & Sweethearts
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Cowboy Crush: A Cowboy Small-Town Romance Collection

Book of Time Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2011)

The Book of Time trilogy by Tim Myers comprises three complete fantasy mysteries published in 2011. Each installment pairs the central Book of Time concept with a different historical figure: Archimedes, Ben Franklin, and Thomas Edison. Read the series in publication order, beginning with The Book of Time and Archimedes.

Start with The Book of Time and Archimedes and read in order.

Start this series with The Book of Time and Archimedes

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The Book of Time and Archimedes
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The Book of Time and Ben Franklin
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The Book of Time and Thomas Edison

Can You Guess What's Next? Collections Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2011)

Tim Myers' Can You Guess What's Next? Collections is a two-volume complete series published in 2011. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Volume 1 followed by Volume 2. This series blends elements of fantasy, mystery, and non-fiction across its entries.

Start with Can You Guess What's Next? Vol. 1 and read in order.

Start this series with Can You Guess What's Next? Vol. 1

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Can You Guess What's Next? Vol. 1
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Can You Guess What's Next? Vol. 2

Candlemaking Mystery Series

Complete

5 books (2004–2011)

The Candlemaking Mystery series consists of five complete mystery novels published between 2004 and 2011. Written by Tim Myers, the series should be read in publication order beginning with At Wick's End, followed by Snuffed Out, Death Waxed Over, A Flicker of Doubt, and concluding with Waxing Moon. Each entry builds on the previous installments, making sequential reading essential for following the ongoing narrative threads.

Start with At Wick's End, the first of 5 books in the Candlemaking Mystery series.

Cardmaking Mysteries Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2013)

Tim Myers' Cardmaking Mysteries trilogy, completed in 2013, follows a consistent protagonist through three interconnected mystery novels. The series should be read in publication order beginning with Deadly Greetings, followed by Invitation To Murder and concluding with Murder and Salutations. This three-book series blends mystery and thriller elements centered around the world of cardmaking.

Start with Deadly Greetings and read in order.

Start this series with Deadly Greetings

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Invitation To Murder
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Murder and Salutations

Cast Iron Cooking Mystery Series

Complete

5 books (2015–2016)

Tim Myers wrote five Cast Iron Cooking Mystery novels published between 2015 and 2016 under the pen name Jessica Beck. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Cast Iron Conviction. Follow this five-book sequence through Cast Iron Cover-Up, Cast Iron Will, Cast Iron Motive, and concluding with Cast Iron Suspicion.

Start with Cast Iron Conviction(As:Jessica Beck), the first of 5 books in the Cast Iron Cooking Mystery series.

Start this series with Cast Iron Conviction(As:Jessica Beck)

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Cast Iron Conviction(As:Jessica Beck)
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Cast Iron Cover-Up(As:Jessica Beck)
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Cast Iron Will(As:Jessica Beck)
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Cast Iron Motive(As:Jessica Beck)
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Cast Iron Suspicion(As:Jessica Beck)

Classic Diner Mysteries Series

Complete

7 books (2012–2014)

The Classic Diner Mysteries is a seven-book fantasy mystery series by Tim Myers, published between 2012 and 2014 and now complete. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with A Chili Death and concluding with A Burned Out Baker. This series combines elements of fantasy and mystery as it unfolds across its distinct entries.

Start with A Chili Death, the first of 7 books in the Classic Diner Mysteries series.

Clay and Crime Series

Complete

3 books (2007–2008)

Tim Myers' Clay and Crime trilogy follows the investigations of a pottery shop owner drawn into criminal mysteries. The three booksβ€”A Murderous Glaze, A Fatal Slip, and The Cracked Potβ€”were published between 2007 and 2008 and should be read in publication order. This complete series blends mystery and fantasy elements across its interconnected narrative.

Start with A Murderous Glaze and read in order.

Start this series with A Murderous Glaze

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Collections Series

Complete

15 books (2011–2014)

Tim Myers' Collections series comprises 15 complete books published between 2011 and 2014, blending fantasy, mystery, and thriller elements across interconnected stories. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Beauty Times 3 and concluding with Turning the Tables. Notable entries include works published under the alternate name D.B. Morgan, such as Dark Shots, along with thematic collections like Senior Sleuths Times 3 and various mystery-focused volumes that explore crimes and unusual circumstances. All 15 books are now available, making this a fully realized series for readers seeking to explore Myers' complete vision.

Start with Beauty Times 3, the first of 15 books in the Collections series.

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Dark Shots(As: D.B. Morgan)
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Senior Sleuths Times 3
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Dark Sips of Mystery
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Marriage Can Be Murder
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Murder is a Special Occasion
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Senior Sleuths Again
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D.B. Morgan Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

D.B. Morgan Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

Did You Solve The Crime Collections Series

Complete

3 books (2011–2011)

The Did You Solve The Crime Collections by Tim Myers is a three-book mystery series published in 2011 that invites readers to solve crimes alongside the narrative. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Volume 1 and continuing through Volume 3. Each installment presents mysteries for interactive engagement with the plot.

Start with Did You Solve the Crime? Volume 1 and read in order.

Start this series with Did You Solve the Crime? Volume 1

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Did You Solve the Crime? Volume 1
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Did You Solve the Crime? Volume 2
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Did You Solve the Crime? Volume 3

Donut Shop Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

59 books (2010–2023)

The Donut Shop Mysteries is a 59-book series by Tim Myers following a donut shop owner who becomes entangled in criminal investigations. Published between 2010 and 2023, the series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order beginning with Fatally Frosted. Each book is a self-contained mystery while contributing to the larger narrative arc of the protagonist's life and relationships.

Start with Fatally Frosted, the first of 59 books in the Donut Shop Mysteries series.

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Old Fashioned Crooks
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A Holiday Donut Steal
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Devil's Food Defense
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Boston Cream Bribery
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Cherry Filled Charges
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Apple Stuffed Alibis
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Counterfeit Confections
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Wicked Wedding Donuts
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Donut Hearts Homicide
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Jelly-Filled Justice
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Ghost Cat Mystery Series

Complete

2 books (2013–2013)

The Ghost Cat Mystery series consists of two complete books published in 2013 by Tim Myers, blending fantasy and mystery elements. Read the books in publication order, beginning with Bid for Midnight followed by Midnight Paws, to experience the series as intended.

Start with Bid for Midnight and read in order.

Start this series with Bid for Midnight

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Lighthouse Inn Mystery Series

Complete

8 books (2001–2017)

Tim Myers' Lighthouse Inn Mystery series comprises eight books published between 2001 and 2017, following a complete storyline best read in publication order. Beginning with Innkeeping with Murder and concluding with Honeymoon for Murder, this mystery series should be started from the first installment to experience the full narrative arc of the Lighthouse Inn setting and its cast of characters.

Start with Innkeeping with Murder, the first of 8 books in the Lighthouse Inn Mystery series.

Start this series with Innkeeping with Murder

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Lost In Art Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2011)

Tim Myers's Lost in Art series consists of two complete fantasy mysteries published in 2011. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Lost in Monet's Garden followed by Lost in Picasso's Cubes.

Start with Lost in Monet's Garden and read in order.

Start this series with Lost in Monet's Garden

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Lost in Monet's Garden
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Lost in Picasso's Cubes

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

3 books (2015–2019)

Tim Myers completed this three-book nonfiction series between 2015 and 2019, which should be read in publication order. The series begins with A Few Simple Rules for Writing, followed by My Camping Adventure Journal and The Donut Mysteries Cookbook, the latter two published under the pen name Jessica Beck. All three titles are now available as a finished collection.

Start with A Few Simple Rules for Writing and read in order.

Start this series with A Few Simple Rules for Writing

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A Few Simple Rules for Writing
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My Camping Adventure Journal(As:Jessica Beck)
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The Donut Mysteries Cookbook(As:Jessica Beck)

Paranormal Kids Series

Complete

2 books (2010–2010)

Tim Myers's Paranormal Kids series comprises two fantasy and mystery books published in 2010. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Paranormal Camp followed by Paranormal Kids.

Start with Paranormal Camp and read in order.

Pizza Lovers Series

Complete

7 books (2009–2014)

The Pizza Lovers series by Tim Myers comprises seven mysteries published between 2009 and 2014, following a complete story arc across all installments. Readers should begin with A Slice of Murder and proceed through the series in publication order: Pepperoni Pizza Can Be Murder, A Pizza To Die For, Killer Crust, Rest in Pizza, The Missing Dough, and Thin Crust Killers. This finished series blends mystery and thriller elements throughout its seven-book run.

Start with A Slice of Murder, the first of 7 books in the Pizza Lovers series.

Start this series with A Slice of Murder

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Short Stories/Novellas Series

Likely Complete

8 books (2010–2021)

Tim Myers's collection spans eight short stories and novellas published between 2010 and 2021, appearing to be complete. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Crispin Livingston Hughes, Boy Inventor and continuing through One Dimension Too Many. These works blend fantasy and mystery elements across varied settings and protagonists, with one entry published under the pseudonym D.B. Morgan.

Start with Crispin Livingston Hughes, Boy Inventor, the first of 8 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with Crispin Livingston Hughes, Boy Inventor

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Crispin Livingston Hughes, Boy Inventor
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Caved in(As: D.B. Morgan)
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One Dimension Too Many

Slow Cooker Mysteries Series

Complete

2 books (2011–2011)

Tim Myers' Slow Cooker Mysteries is a two-book complete series blending mystery and fantasy elements. Both novels, Simmering Death and Slow Cooked Murder, were published in 2011 and should be read in publication order. The series is now finished, making it ideal for readers seeking a compact mystery experience.

Start with Simmering Death and read in order.

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Soapmaking Mystery Series

Complete

3 books (2006–2007)

The Soapmaking Mystery series by Tim Myers consists of three complete standalone mysteries published between 2006 and 2007. These books follow a chronological narrative and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Pour Way to Dye, followed by Dead Men Don't Lye and concluding with A Mold for Murder. The series blends mystery and thriller elements throughout its three-book arc.

Start with A Pour Way to Dye and read in order.

Start this series with A Pour Way to Dye

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Standalone Novels Series

Complete

10 books (2010–2011)

Tim Myers released ten standalone novels between 2010 and 2011, combining fantasy, mystery, and thriller elements across the complete collection. The series includes A Family of Strangers, Coventry, Hunted, Iced, The Fairy Godfather, Trapped, Werewolf P.I., Cornered, Volunteer for Murder, and Zombie P.I., with some titles published under the pen name D.B. Morgan. Though each book stands alone, reading them in publication order provides the best experience with this diverse set of works. The series is complete with no additional installments planned.

Start with A Family of Strangers, the first of 10 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with A Family of Strangers

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A Family of Strangers
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Hunted(As: D.B. Morgan)
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Iced(As: D.B. Morgan)
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Trapped(As: D.B. Morgan)
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Cornered(As: D.B. Morgan)
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Volunteer for Murder
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The Puzzling Mysteries Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2022–2022)

The Puzzling Mysteries is a three-book fantasy mystery series by Tim Myers, comprising A Puzzling Clue, A Puzzling Crime, and A Puzzling Murder, all published in 2022. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with A Puzzling Clue to follow the intended narrative progression.

Start with A Puzzling Clue and read in order.

Wizard's School Series

Complete

2 books (2010–2012)

The Wizard's School is a complete two-book fantasy mystery series by Tim Myers. The first installment, Year 1: The Wizard's Secret, was published in 2010, followed by Year 2: The Killing Crystal in 2012. These books should be read in publication order, as the story progresses sequentially through the protagonist's experiences at the magical academy.

Start with Wizard's School: Year 1: The Wizard's Secret and read in order.

Start this series with Wizard's School: Year 1: The Wizard's Secret

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Wizard's School: Year 1: The Wizard's Secret
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Year 2: The Killing Crystal

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Tim Myers written?
Tim Myers has written 165 books across 26 series. Their published works span from 2001 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Tim Myers series?
Here are the first books in Tim Myers's series: A Mystery by the Numbers: A Deadly Row; Anthologies: A Hot and Sultry Night for Crime; Book of Time: The Book of Time and Archimedes; Can You Guess What's Next? Collections: Can You Guess What's Next? Vol. 1; Candlemaking Mystery: At Wick's End.
What order should I read Tim Myers's books?
We recommend reading Tim Myers's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Tim Myers still writing new books?
Yes, Tim Myers has 1 ongoing series: Anthologies.

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