William Harrington Reading Order
3 series · 25 books
William Harrington is an accomplished American author known for his engaging mysteries and thrillers. With a prolific output of 25 books spanning 3 series, including titles in the Columbo series, as well as standalone novels and non-fiction works, he has captivated readers from 1963 to 2025. One of his most notable contributions to the genre is his compelling storytelling, which has garnered a loyal following throughout his career.
Columbo Series
Complete6 books (1993–1998)
Start with The Grassy Knoll, the first of 6 books in the Columbo series.
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing2 books (1978–2025)
Start with The 1945 Revolution and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete17 books (1963–1994)
Start with Which the Justice, Which the Thief, the first of 17 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Which the Justice, Which the Thief 1963Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Power / Gospel of Death 1964Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Yoshar the Soldier / One Over One 1966Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Search for Elisabeth Brandt 1970Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Trial 1970Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Jupiter Crisis 1972Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Scorpio 5 1974Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Mister Target 1975Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Partners 1981Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The English Lady 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Skin Deep 1983Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  The Cromwell File 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Oberst 1988Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | For the Defense 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Endgame in Berlin 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Virus 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Town on Trial 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has William Harrington written?
- William Harrington has written 25 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1963 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each William Harrington series?
- Here are the first books in William Harrington's series: Columbo: The Grassy Knoll; Non-Fiction: The 1945 Revolution.
- What order should I read William Harrington's books?
- We recommend reading William Harrington's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is William Harrington still writing new books?
- Yes, William Harrington has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.