James Patterson Books in Order

Below is the complete list of James Patterson books in order. For this series, the chronological reading order is the same as the order of publication.

Publication Order of Alex Cross Books

1. 

   Along Came a Spider (1992)
   by James Patterson
   Along Came a Spider was published in 1992 and is listed as book #1 in the Alex Cross series.
2. 

   Kiss the Girls (1995)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 1995, Kiss the Girls is listed as book #2 in the Alex Cross series.
3. 

   Jack & Jill (1996)
   by James Patterson
   Jack & Jill is a 1996 release and appears as book #3 in the Alex Cross series.
4. 

   Cat & Mouse (1997)
   by James Patterson
   In the Alex Cross series, Cat & Mouse is book #4 and was published in 1997.
5. 

   Pop Goes the Weasel (1999)
   by James Patterson
   Pop Goes the Weasel was first published in 1999; within the Alex Cross series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Roses Are Red (2000)
   by James Patterson
   Roses Are Red was published in 2000 and is listed as book #6 in the Alex Cross series.
7. 

   Violets Are Blue (2001)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2001, Violets Are Blue is listed as book #7 in the Alex Cross series.
8. 

   Four Blind Mice (2002)
   by James Patterson
   Four Blind Mice is a 2002 release and appears as book #8 in the Alex Cross series.
9. 

   The Big Bad Wolf (2003)
   by James Patterson
   In the Alex Cross series, The Big Bad Wolf is book #9 and was published in 2003.
10. 

    London Bridges (2004)
    by James Patterson
    London Bridges was first published in 2004; within the Alex Cross series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    Mary, Mary (2005)
    by James Patterson
    Mary, Mary was published in 2005 and is listed as book #11 in the Alex Cross series.
12. 

    Cross / Alex Cross (2006)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2006, Cross / Alex Cross is listed as book #12 in the Alex Cross series.
13. 

    Double Cross (2007)
    by James Patterson
    Double Cross is a 2007 release and appears as book #13 in the Alex Cross series.
14. 

    Cross Country (2008)
    by James Patterson
    In the Alex Cross series, Cross Country is book #14 and was published in 2008.
15. 

    I, Alex Cross (2009)
    by James Patterson
    I, Alex Cross was first published in 2009; within the Alex Cross series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    Cross Fire (2010)
    by James Patterson
    Cross Fire was published in 2010 and is listed as book #16 in the Alex Cross series.
17. 

    Kill Alex Cross (2011)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2011, Kill Alex Cross is listed as book #17 in the Alex Cross series.
18. 

    Alex Cross, Run (2013)
    by James Patterson
    Alex Cross, Run is a 2013 release and appears as book #18 in the Alex Cross series.
19. 

    Cross My Heart (2013)
    by James Patterson
    In the Alex Cross series, Cross My Heart is book #19 and was published in 2013.
20. 

    Hope to Die (2014)
    by James Patterson
    Hope to Die was first published in 2014; within the Alex Cross series, it is listed as book #20.
21. 

    Cross Justice (2015)
    by James Patterson
    Cross Justice was published in 2015 and is listed as book #21 in the Alex Cross series.
22. 

    Cross the Line (2016)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2016, Cross the Line is listed as book #22 in the Alex Cross series.
23. 

    The People vs. Alex Cross (2017)
    by James Patterson
    The People vs. Alex Cross is a 2017 release and appears as book #23 in the Alex Cross series.
24. 

    Target (2018)
    by James Patterson
    In the Alex Cross series, Target is book #24 and was published in 2018.
25. 

    Criss Cross (2019)
    by James Patterson
    Criss Cross was first published in 2019; within the Alex Cross series, it is listed as book #25.
26. 

    Deadly Cross (2020)
    by James Patterson
    Deadly Cross was published in 2020 and is listed as book #26 in the Alex Cross series.
27. 

    Fear No Evil (2021)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2021, Fear No Evil is listed as book #27 in the Alex Cross series.
28. 

    Triple Cross (2022)
    by James Patterson
    Triple Cross is a 2022 release and appears as book #28 in the Alex Cross series.
29. 

    Cross Down (2023)
    (With Brendan DuBois)
    by James Patterson
    In the Alex Cross series, Cross Down is book #29 and was published in 2023.
30. 

    Alex Cross Must Die / Cross Out (2023)
    by James Patterson
    Alex Cross Must Die / Cross Out was first published in 2023; within the Alex Cross series, it is listed as book #30.
31. 

    The House of Cross (2024)
    by James Patterson
    The House of Cross was published in 2024 and is listed as book #31 in the Alex Cross series.
32. 

    Return of the Spider (2025)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2025, Return of the Spider is listed as book #32 in the Alex Cross series.
33. 

    Cross and Sampson (2026)
    (With Brian Sitts)
    by James Patterson
    Cross and Sampson is a 2026 release and appears as book #33 in the Alex Cross series.
34. 

    The Family Cross (2026)
    by James Patterson
    In the Alex Cross series, The Family Cross is book #34 and was published in 2026.

Publication Order of Alex Cross Miscellaneous Books

1. 

   Alex Cross’s Trial (2009)
   (With Richard DiLallo)
   by James Patterson
   Alex Cross's Trial was published in 2009 and is listed as book #1 in the Alex Cross Miscellaneous series.
2. 

   Merry Christmas, Alex Cross (2011)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2011, Merry Christmas, Alex Cross is listed as book #2 in the Alex Cross Miscellaneous series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Alex Cross Books
with Brent Gargan

1. 

   Action (2014)
   (With Brent Gargan)
   by James Patterson
   Action was published in 2014 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Alex Cross Books in Orderwith Brent Gargan series.
2. 

   Cross Kill (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, Cross Kill is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Alex Cross Books in Orderwith Brent Gargan series.
3. 

   Detective Cross (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Detective Cross is a 2017 release and appears as book #3 in the Bookshots: Alex Cross Books in Orderwith Brent Gargan series.

Publication Order of Ali Cross Books

1. 

   Ali Cross (2019)
   by James Patterson
   Ali Cross was published in 2019 and is listed as book #1 in the Ali Cross series.
2. 

   Like Father, Like Son (2021)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2021, Like Father, Like Son is listed as book #2 in the Ali Cross series.
3. 

   The Secret Detective (2022)
   by James Patterson
   The Secret Detective is a 2022 release and appears as book #3 in the Ali Cross series.

Publication Order of Women’s Murder Club Books
with Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro

1. 

   1st to Die (2000)
   by James Patterson
   1st to Die was published in 2000 and is listed as book #1 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
2. 

   2nd Chance (2002)
   (With Andrew Gross)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2002, 2nd Chance is listed as book #2 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
3. 

   3rd Degree (2004)
   (With Andrew Gross)
   by James Patterson
   3rd Degree is a 2004 release and appears as book #3 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
4. 

   4th of July (2005)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   In the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, 4th of July is book #4 and was published in 2005.
5. 

   The 5th Horseman (2006)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   The 5th Horseman was first published in 2006; within the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   The 6th Target (2007)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   The 6th Target was published in 2007 and is listed as book #6 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
7. 

   7th Heaven (2008)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2008, 7th Heaven is listed as book #7 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
8. 

   The 8th Confession (2009)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   The 8th Confession is a 2009 release and appears as book #8 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
9. 

   The 9th Judgment (2010)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   In the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, The 9th Judgment is book #9 and was published in 2010.
10. 

    10th Anniversary (2011)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    10th Anniversary was first published in 2011; within the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    11th Hour (2012)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    11th Hour was published in 2012 and is listed as book #11 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
12. 

    12th of Never (2013)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2013, 12th of Never is listed as book #12 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
13. 

    Unlucky 13 (2014)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    Unlucky 13 is a 2014 release and appears as book #13 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
14. 

    14th Deadly Sin (2015)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    In the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, 14th Deadly Sin is book #14 and was published in 2015.
15. 

    15th Affair (2016)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    15th Affair was first published in 2016; within the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    16th Seduction (2017)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    16th Seduction was published in 2017 and is listed as book #16 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
17. 

    The 17th Suspect (2018)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2018, The 17th Suspect is listed as book #17 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
18. 

    The 18th Abduction (2019)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    The 18th Abduction is a 2019 release and appears as book #18 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
19. 

    The 19th Christmas (2019)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    In the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, The 19th Christmas is book #19 and was published in 2019.
20. 

    The 20th Victim (2020)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    The 20th Victim was first published in 2020; within the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, it is listed as book #20.
21. 

    21st Birthday (2021)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    21st Birthday was published in 2021 and is listed as book #21 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
22. 

    22 Seconds (2022)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2022, 22 Seconds is listed as book #22 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
23. 

    The 23rd Midnight (2023)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    The 23rd Midnight is a 2023 release and appears as book #23 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.
24. 

    The 24th Hour (2024)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    In the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, The 24th Hour is book #24 and was published in 2024.
25. 

    25 Alive (2025)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    25 Alive was first published in 2025; within the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series, it is listed as book #25.
26. 

    26 Beauties (2026)
    by James Patterson
    26 Beauties was published in 2026 and is listed as book #26 in the Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Andrew Gross, Maxine Paetro series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Women’s Murder Club Books
with Maxine Paetro

1. 

   The Trial (2016)
   by James Patterson
   The Trial was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Maxine Paetro series.
2. 

   The Medical Examiner (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2017, The Medical Examiner is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Maxine Paetro series.
3. 

   23 1/2 Lies (2023)
   by James Patterson
   23 1/2 Lies is a 2023 release and appears as book #3 in the Bookshots: Women's Murder Club Books in Orderwith Maxine Paetro series.

Publication Order of Private Books

1. 

   Private (2010)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   Private was published in 2010 and is listed as book #1 in the Private series.
2. 

   Private London (2011)
   (With Mark Pearson)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2011, Private London is listed as book #2 in the Private series.
3. 

   Private Games (2012)
   (With Mark Sullivan)
   by James Patterson
   Private Games is a 2012 release and appears as book #3 in the Private series.
4. 

   Private:#1 Suspect (2012)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   In the Private series, Private:#1 Suspect is book #4 and was published in 2012.
5. 

   Private Berlin (2013)
   (With Mark Sullivan)
   by James Patterson
   Private Berlin was first published in 2013; within the Private series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Private L.A. (2014)
   (With Mark Sullivan)
   by James Patterson
   Private L.A. was published in 2014 and is listed as book #6 in the Private series.
7. 

   Private Down Under / Oz (2014)
   (With Michael White)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2014, Private Down Under / Oz is listed as book #7 in the Private series.
8. 

   Private India (2014)
   (With Ashwin Sanghi)
   by James Patterson
   Private India is a 2014 release and appears as book #8 in the Private series.
9. 

   Private Vegas (2015)
   (With Maxine Paetro)
   by James Patterson
   In the Private series, Private Vegas is book #9 and was published in 2015.
10. 

    Private Sydney / Missing (2015)
    (With Kathryn Fox)
    by James Patterson
    Private Sydney / Missing was first published in 2015; within the Private series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    Private Paris (2016)
    (With Mark Sullivan)
    by James Patterson
    Private Paris was published in 2016 and is listed as book #11 in the Private series.
12. 

    Private Rio / The Games (2016)
    (With Mark Sullivan)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2016, Private Rio / The Games is listed as book #12 in the Private series.
13. 

    Private Delhi / Count to Ten (2017)
    (With Ashwin Sanghi)
    by James Patterson
    Private Delhi / Count to Ten is a 2017 release and appears as book #13 in the Private series.
14. 

    Princess (2018)
    (With Rees Jones)
    by James Patterson
    In the Private series, Princess is book #14 and was published in 2018.
15. 

    Private Moscow (2020)
    (With Adam Hamdy)
    by James Patterson
    Private Moscow was first published in 2020; within the Private series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    Private Rogue / Private: Missing Persons (2021)
    (With Adam Hamdy)
    by James Patterson
    Private Rogue / Private: Missing Persons was published in 2021 and is listed as book #16 in the Private series.
17. 

    Private Beijing (2022)
    (With Adam Hamdy)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2022, Private Beijing is listed as book #17 in the Private series.
18. 

    Private Rome (2023)
    (With Adam Hamdy)
    by James Patterson
    Private Rome is a 2023 release and appears as book #18 in the Private series.
19. 

    Private Monaco (2024)
    (With Adam Hamdy)
    by James Patterson
    In the Private series, Private Monaco is book #19 and was published in 2024.
20. 

    Private Dublin (2025)
    (With Adam Hamdy)
    by James Patterson
    Private Dublin was first published in 2025; within the Private series, it is listed as book #20.

Publication Order of 2 Sisters Detective Agency Mystery Books
with Candice Fox

1. 

   2 Sisters Detective Agency (2021)
   by James Patterson
   2 Sisters Detective Agency was published in 2021 and is listed as book #1 in the 2 Sisters Detective Agency Mystery Books in Orderwith Candice Fox series.
2. 

   2 Sisters Murder Investigations (2025)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2025, 2 Sisters Murder Investigations is listed as book #2 in the 2 Sisters Detective Agency Mystery Books in Orderwith Candice Fox series.

Publication Order of Amy Cornwall Books
with Brendan DuBois

1. 

   The Cornwalls Are Gone / The Cornwalls Vanish / Out of Sight (2019)
   by James Patterson
   The Cornwalls Are Gone / The Cornwalls Vanish / Out of Sight was published in 2019 and is listed as book #1 in the Amy Cornwall Books in Orderwith Brendan DuBois series.
2. 

   Countdown (2023)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2023, Countdown is listed as book #2 in the Amy Cornwall Books in Orderwith Brendan DuBois series.

Publication Order of Black Book / Billy Harney Books
with David Ellis

1. 

   The Black Book (2017)
   by James Patterson
   The Black Book was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Black Book / Billy Harney Books in Orderwith David Ellis series.
2. The Coldest Case (2021)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2021, The Coldest Case is listed as book #2 in the Black Book / Billy Harney Books in Orderwith David Ellis series.
3. 

   The Red Book (2021)
   by James Patterson
   The Red Book is a 2021 release and appears as book #3 in the Black Book / Billy Harney Books in Orderwith David Ellis series.
4. 

   Escape (2022)
   by James Patterson
   In the Black Book / Billy Harney Books in Orderwith David Ellis series, Escape is book #4 and was published in 2022.
5. The Coldest Case: The Past Has a Long Memory (2024)
   by James Patterson
   The Coldest Case: The Past Has a Long Memory was first published in 2024; within the Black Book / Billy Harney Books in Orderwith David Ellis series, it is listed as book #5.

Publication Order of Candies Books
with Andy Elkerton

1. 

   The Candies Save Christmas (2017)
   by James Patterson
   The Candies Save Christmas was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Candies Books in Orderwith Andy Elkerton series.
2. The Candies’ Easter Party (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, The Candies' Easter Party is listed as book #2 in the Candies Books in Orderwith Andy Elkerton series.

Publication Order of Chef Books

1. 

   The Chef (2019)
   (With Max DiLallo)
   by James Patterson
   The Chef was published in 2019 and is listed as book #1 in the Chef series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Chef Books
with Jeffrey J. Keyes

1. 

   Killer Chef (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Killer Chef was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Chef Books in Orderwith Jeffrey J. Keyes series.

Publication Order of Confessions Books
with Maxine Paetro

1. 

   Confessions of a Murder Suspect (2012)
   by James Patterson
   Confessions of a Murder Suspect was published in 2012 and is listed as book #1 in the Confessions Books in Orderwith Maxine Paetro series.
2. 

   The Private School Murders (2013)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2013, The Private School Murders is listed as book #2 in the Confessions Books in Orderwith Maxine Paetro series.
3. 

   The Paris Mysteries (2014)
   by James Patterson
   The Paris Mysteries is a 2014 release and appears as book #3 in the Confessions Books in Orderwith Maxine Paetro series.
4. 

   The Murder of an Angel (2015)
   by James Patterson
   In the Confessions Books in Orderwith Maxine Paetro series, The Murder of an Angel is book #4 and was published in 2015.

Publication Order of Crazy House Books
with Gabrielle Charbonnet

1. 

   Crazy House (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Crazy House was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Crazy House Books in Orderwith Gabrielle Charbonnet series.
2. 

   The Fall of Crazy House (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, The Fall of Crazy House is listed as book #2 in the Crazy House Books in Orderwith Gabrielle Charbonnet series.

Publication Order of Daniel X Books

1. 

   The Dangerous Days of Daniel X (2007)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   The Dangerous Days of Daniel X was published in 2007 and is listed as book #1 in the Daniel X series.
2. 

   Daniel X: Alien Hunter (2008)
   (With Chris Grabenstein, Leopoldo Gout)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2008, Daniel X: Alien Hunter is listed as book #2 in the Daniel X series.
3. 

   Watch the Skies (2009)
   (With Ned Rust)
   by James Patterson
   Watch the Skies is a 2009 release and appears as book #3 in the Daniel X series.
4. 

   Demons and Druids (2010)
   (With Adam Sadler)
   by James Patterson
   In the Daniel X series, Demons and Druids is book #4 and was published in 2010.
5. 

   Game Over (2011)
   (With Ned Rust)
   by James Patterson
   Game Over was first published in 2011; within the Daniel X series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Armageddon (2012)
   (With Chris Grabenstein)
   by James Patterson
   Armageddon was published in 2012 and is listed as book #6 in the Daniel X series.
7. 

   Lights Out (2015)
   (With Chris Grabenstein)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2015, Lights Out is listed as book #7 in the Daniel X series.
8. 

   Genesis (2022)
   by James Patterson
   Genesis is a 2022 release and appears as book #8 in the Daniel X series.

Publication Order of Daniel X Graphic Novels Books

1. 

   Alien Hunter (2008)
   (With Leopoldo Gout)
   by James Patterson
   Alien Hunter was published in 2008 and is listed as book #1 in the Daniel X Graphic Novels series.
2. 

   Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 1 (2010)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2010, Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 1 is listed as book #2 in the Daniel X Graphic Novels series.
3. 

   Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 2 (2011)
   (With Ned Rust)
   by James Patterson
   Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 2 is a 2011 release and appears as book #3 in the Daniel X Graphic Novels series.
4. 

   Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 3 (2012)
   (With Adam Sadler)
   by James Patterson
   In the Daniel X Graphic Novels series, Daniel X: The Manga, Vol. 3 is book #4 and was published in 2012.

Publication Order of David Shelley Books

1. 

   Revenge (2018)
   (With Andrew Holmes)
   by James Patterson
   Revenge was published in 2018 and is listed as book #1 in the David Shelley series.

Publication Order of Detective Harriet Blue Books
with Candice Fox

1. 

   Never Never (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Never Never was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Detective Harriet Blue Books in Orderwith Candice Fox series.
2. 

   Fifty Fifty (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2017, Fifty Fifty is listed as book #2 in the Detective Harriet Blue Books in Orderwith Candice Fox series.
3. 

   Liar Liar (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Liar Liar is a 2018 release and appears as book #3 in the Detective Harriet Blue Books in Orderwith Candice Fox series.
4. 

   Hush / Hush Hush (2019)
   by James Patterson
   In the Detective Harriet Blue Books in Orderwith Candice Fox series, Hush / Hush Hush is book #4 and was published in 2019.

Publication Order of BookShots: Detective Harriet Blue Books
with Candice Fox

1. 

   Black & Blue (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Black & Blue was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the BookShots: Detective Harriet Blue Books in Orderwith Candice Fox series.

Publication Order of Doc Savage Books
with Brian Sitts

1. 

   The Perfect Assassin (2022)
   by James Patterson
   The Perfect Assassin was published in 2022 and is listed as book #1 in the Doc Savage Books in Orderwith Brian Sitts series.
2. 

   Murder Island (2024)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2024, Murder Island is listed as book #2 in the Doc Savage Books in Orderwith Brian Sitts series.

Publication Order of Dog Diaries Books
with Steven Butler

1. 

   Dog Diaries (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Dog Diaries was published in 2018 and is listed as book #1 in the Dog Diaries Books in Orderwith Steven Butler series.
2. 

   Happy Howlidays (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, Happy Howlidays is listed as book #2 in the Dog Diaries Books in Orderwith Steven Butler series.
3. 

   Mission Impawsible (2019)
   by James Patterson
   Mission Impawsible is a 2019 release and appears as book #3 in the Dog Diaries Books in Orderwith Steven Butler series.
4. 

   Curse of the Mystery Mutt (2019)
   by James Patterson
   In the Dog Diaries Books in Orderwith Steven Butler series, Curse of the Mystery Mutt is book #4 and was published in 2019.
5. 

   Ruffing It (2021)
   by James Patterson
   Ruffing It was first published in 2021; within the Dog Diaries Books in Orderwith Steven Butler series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Big Top Bonanza! (2021)
   by James Patterson
   Big Top Bonanza! was published in 2021 and is listed as book #6 in the Dog Diaries Books in Orderwith Steven Butler series.
7. 

   Dinosaur Disaster (2022)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2022, Dinosaur Disaster is listed as book #7 in the Dog Diaries Books in Orderwith Steven Butler series.

Publication Order of Holmes, Margaret & Poe Books
with Brian Sitts

1. 

   Holmes, Miss Marple & Poe / Holmes, Margaret & Poe (2024)
   by James Patterson
   Holmes, Miss Marple & Poe / Holmes, Margaret & Poe was published in 2024 and is listed as book #1 in the Holmes, Margaret & Poe Books in Orderwith Brian Sitts series.
2. Holmes Is Missing (2025)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2025, Holmes Is Missing is listed as book #2 in the Holmes, Margaret & Poe Books in Orderwith Brian Sitts series.
3. 

   The Girl in the Lake (2026)
   by James Patterson
   The Girl in the Lake is a 2026 release and appears as book #3 in the Holmes, Margaret & Poe Books in Orderwith Brian Sitts series.

Publication Order of Honeymoon Books
with Howard Roughan

1. 

   Honeymoon (2005)
   by James Patterson
   Honeymoon was published in 2005 and is listed as book #1 in the Honeymoon Books in Orderwith Howard Roughan series.
2. 

   Second Honeymoon (2013)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2013, Second Honeymoon is listed as book #2 in the Honeymoon Books in Orderwith Howard Roughan series.

Publication Order of House of Robots Books
with Chris Grabenstein

1. 

   House of Robots (2014)
   by James Patterson
   House of Robots was published in 2014 and is listed as book #1 in the House of Robots Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
2. 

   Robots Go Wild! (2015)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2015, Robots Go Wild! is listed as book #2 in the House of Robots Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
3. 

   Robot Revolution (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Robot Revolution is a 2017 release and appears as book #3 in the House of Robots Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.

Publication Order of House of Wolves Books
with Mike Lupica

1. Fear The Wolf (2022)
   by James Patterson
   Fear The Wolf was published in 2022 and is listed as book #1 in the House of Wolves Books in Orderwith Mike Lupica series.
2. 

   The House of Wolves (2023)
   (With Mike Lupica)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2023, The House of Wolves is listed as book #2 in the House of Wolves Books in Orderwith Mike Lupica series.

Publication Order of I Funny Books
with Chris Grabenstein

1. 

   I Funny (2012)
   by James Patterson
   I Funny was published in 2012 and is listed as book #1 in the I Funny Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
2. 

   I Even Funnier (2013)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2013, I Even Funnier is listed as book #2 in the I Funny Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
3. 

   I Totally Funniest (2015)
   by James Patterson
   I Totally Funniest is a 2015 release and appears as book #3 in the I Funny Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
4. 

   I Funny TV (2015)
   by James Patterson
   In the I Funny Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series, I Funny TV is book #4 and was published in 2015.
5. 

   School of Laughs (2017)
   by James Patterson
   School of Laughs was first published in 2017; within the I Funny Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Laugh Out Loud (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Laugh Out Loud was published in 2017 and is listed as book #6 in the I Funny Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
7. 

   The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever is listed as book #7 in the I Funny Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.

Publication Order of Instinct Books
with Howard Roughan

1. 

   Murder Games / Instinct (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Murder Games / Instinct was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Instinct Books in Orderwith Howard Roughan series.
2. 

   Killer Instinct (2019)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2019, Killer Instinct is listed as book #2 in the Instinct Books in Orderwith Howard Roughan series.
3. 

   Steal (2022)
   by James Patterson
   Steal is a 2022 release and appears as book #3 in the Instinct Books in Orderwith Howard Roughan series.

Publication Order of Invisible Books
with David Ellis

1. 

   Invisible (2014)
   by James Patterson
   Invisible was published in 2014 and is listed as book #1 in the Invisible Books in Orderwith David Ellis series.
2. 

   Unsolved (2019)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2019, Unsolved is listed as book #2 in the Invisible Books in Orderwith David Ellis series.

Publication Order of Jacky Ha-Ha Books
with Chris Grabenstein

1. 

   Jacky Ha-Ha (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Jacky Ha-Ha was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Jacky Ha-Ha Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
2. 

   My Life is a Joke (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2017, My Life is a Joke is listed as book #2 in the Jacky Ha-Ha Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
3. 

   Jacky Ha-Ha Gets the Last Laugh (2023)
   by James Patterson
   Jacky Ha-Ha Gets the Last Laugh is a 2023 release and appears as book #3 in the Jacky Ha-Ha Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.

Publication Order of Jane Smith Books
with Mike Lupica

1. 

   12 Months to Live (2023)
   by James Patterson
   12 Months to Live was published in 2023 and is listed as book #1 in the Jane Smith Books in Orderwith Mike Lupica series.
2. 

   Hard To Kill / 8 Months Left (2024)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2024, Hard To Kill / 8 Months Left is listed as book #2 in the Jane Smith Books in Orderwith Mike Lupica series.
3. 

   The Hamptons Lawyer / Never Say Die (2025)
   by James Patterson
   The Hamptons Lawyer / Never Say Die is a 2025 release and appears as book #3 in the Jane Smith Books in Orderwith Mike Lupica series.

Publication Order of Katt vs. Dogg Books
with Chris Grabenstein

1. 

   Katt vs. Dogg (2019)
   (With Chris Grabenstein)
   by James Patterson
   Katt vs. Dogg was published in 2019 and is listed as book #1 in the Katt vs. Dogg Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
2. 

   Katt Loves Dogg (2021)
   (With Chris Grabenstein)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2021, Katt Loves Dogg is listed as book #2 in the Katt vs. Dogg Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.

Publication Order of Little Geniuses Books
with Susan Patterson

1. 

   Big Words for Little Geniuses (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Big Words for Little Geniuses was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Little Geniuses Books in Orderwith Susan Patterson series.
2. 

   Cuddly Critters for Little Geniuses (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, Cuddly Critters for Little Geniuses is listed as book #2 in the Little Geniuses Books in Orderwith Susan Patterson series.
3. 

   Bigger Words for Little Geniuses (2019)
   by James Patterson
   Bigger Words for Little Geniuses is a 2019 release and appears as book #3 in the Little Geniuses Books in Orderwith Susan Patterson series.

Publication Order of Max Einstein Books
with Chris Grabenstein

1. 

   The Genius Experiment (2018)
   by James Patterson
   The Genius Experiment was published in 2018 and is listed as book #1 in the Max Einstein Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
2. 

   Rebels with a Cause (2019)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2019, Rebels with a Cause is listed as book #2 in the Max Einstein Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
3. 

   Saves the Future (2020)
   by James Patterson
   Saves the Future is a 2020 release and appears as book #3 in the Max Einstein Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
4. 

   World Champions! (2021)
   by James Patterson
   In the Max Einstein Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series, World Champions! is book #4 and was published in 2021.

Publication Order of Maximum Ride Books

1. 

   The Angel Experiment (2005)
   by James Patterson
   The Angel Experiment was published in 2005 and is listed as book #1 in the Maximum Ride series.
2. 

   School’s Out – Forever (2006)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2006, School's Out – Forever is listed as book #2 in the Maximum Ride series.
3. 

   Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports (2007)
   by James Patterson
   Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports is a 2007 release and appears as book #3 in the Maximum Ride series.
4. 

   The Final Warning (2008)
   by James Patterson
   In the Maximum Ride series, The Final Warning is book #4 and was published in 2008.
5. 

   Max (2009)
   by James Patterson
   Max was first published in 2009; within the Maximum Ride series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Fang (2010)
   by James Patterson
   Fang was published in 2010 and is listed as book #6 in the Maximum Ride series.
7. 

   Angel (2011)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2011, Angel is listed as book #7 in the Maximum Ride series.
8. 

   Nevermore (2012)
   by James Patterson
   Nevermore is a 2012 release and appears as book #8 in the Maximum Ride series.
9. 

   Maximum Ride Forever (2015)
   by James Patterson
   In the Maximum Ride series, Maximum Ride Forever is book #9 and was published in 2015.

Publication Order of Maximum Ride Graphic Novels Books

1. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 1 (2009)
   by James Patterson
   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 1 was published in 2009 and is listed as book #1 in the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series.
2. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 2 (2009)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2009, Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 2 is listed as book #2 in the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series.
3. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 3 (2010)
   by James Patterson
   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 3 is a 2010 release and appears as book #3 in the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series.
4. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 4 (2011)
   by James Patterson
   In the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series, Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 4 is book #4 and was published in 2011.
5. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 5 (2011)
   by James Patterson
   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 5 was first published in 2011; within the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 6 (2012)
   by James Patterson
   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 6 was published in 2012 and is listed as book #6 in the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series.
7. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 7 (2013)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2013, Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 7 is listed as book #7 in the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series.
8. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 8 (2014)
   by James Patterson
   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 8 is a 2014 release and appears as book #8 in the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series.
9. 

   Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 9 (2015)
   by James Patterson
   In the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series, Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 9 is book #9 and was published in 2015.
10. 

    Max Ride: Ultimate Flight (2016)
    by James Patterson
    Max Ride: Ultimate Flight was first published in 2016; within the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 10 (2021)
    by James Patterson
    Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 10 was published in 2021 and is listed as book #11 in the Maximum Ride Graphic Novels series.

Publication Order of Maximum Ride: Hawk Books
with Gabrielle Charbonnet, Mindy McGinnis

1. 

   Hawk (2020)
   (With Gabrielle Charbonnet)
   by James Patterson
   Hawk was published in 2020 and is listed as book #1 in the Maximum Ride: Hawk Books in Orderwith Gabrielle Charbonnet, Mindy McGinnis series.
2. 

   City of the Dead (2021)
   (With Mindy McGinnis)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2021, City of the Dead is listed as book #2 in the Maximum Ride: Hawk Books in Orderwith Gabrielle Charbonnet, Mindy McGinnis series.

Publication Order of Michael Bennett Books
with James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge

1. 

   Step on a Crack (2007)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   Step on a Crack was published in 2007 and is listed as book #1 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
2. 

   Run for Your Life (2009)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2009, Run for Your Life is listed as book #2 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
3. 

   Worst Case (2009)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   Worst Case is a 2009 release and appears as book #3 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
4. 

   Tick Tock (2010)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   In the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series, Tick Tock is book #4 and was published in 2010.
5. 

   I, Michael Bennett (2012)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   I, Michael Bennett was first published in 2012; within the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Gone (2013)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   Gone was published in 2013 and is listed as book #6 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
7. 

   Burn (2014)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2014, Burn is listed as book #7 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
8. 

   Alert (2015)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   Alert is a 2015 release and appears as book #8 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
9. 

   Bullseye (2016)
   (With Michael Ledwidge)
   by James Patterson
   In the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series, Bullseye is book #9 and was published in 2016.
10. 

    Haunted (2017)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    Haunted was first published in 2017; within the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    Ambush (2018)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    Ambush was published in 2018 and is listed as book #11 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
12. 

    Blindside (2020)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2020, Blindside is listed as book #12 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
13. 

    The Russian (2021)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    The Russian is a 2021 release and appears as book #13 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
14. 

    Shattered (2022)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    In the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series, Shattered is book #14 and was published in 2022.
15. 

    Obsessed (2023)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    Obsessed was first published in 2023; within the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    Crosshairs / The Long Shot Killer (2024)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    Crosshairs / The Long Shot Killer was published in 2024 and is listed as book #16 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
17. 

    Paranoia (2025)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2025, Paranoia is listed as book #17 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.
18. 

    Delusional (2026)
    (With James O. Born)
    by James Patterson
    Delusional is a 2026 release and appears as book #18 in the Michael Bennett Books in Orderwith James O. Born, Michael Ledwidge series.

Publication Order of Michael Bennett Bookshots Books
with James O. Born

1. 

   Chase (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Chase was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Michael Bennett Bookshots Books in Orderwith James O. Born series.
2. 

   Manhunt (2017)
   (With James O. Born)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2017, Manhunt is listed as book #2 in the Michael Bennett Bookshots Books in Orderwith James O. Born series.

Publication Order of MK’s Detective Club Books
with Keir Graff

1. 

   Minerva Keen’s Detective Club / The Poison Puzzle (2024)
   by James Patterson
   Minerva Keen's Detective Club / The Poison Puzzle was published in 2024 and is listed as book #1 in the MK's Detective Club Books in Orderwith Keir Graff series.
2. 

   The Double Trouble Puzzle (2025)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2025, The Double Trouble Puzzle is listed as book #2 in the MK's Detective Club Books in Orderwith Keir Graff series.

Publication Order of NYPD Red Books
with Marshall Karp

1. 

   NYPD Red (2012)
   by James Patterson
   NYPD Red was published in 2012 and is listed as book #1 in the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series.
2. 

   NYPD Red 2 (2014)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2014, NYPD Red 2 is listed as book #2 in the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series.
3. 

   NYPD Red 3 (2015)
   by James Patterson
   NYPD Red 3 is a 2015 release and appears as book #3 in the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series.
4. 

   NYPD Red 4 (2016)
   by James Patterson
   In the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series, NYPD Red 4 is book #4 and was published in 2016.
5. 

   Red Alert (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Red Alert was first published in 2018; within the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   NYPD Red 6 (2020)
   by James Patterson
   NYPD Red 6 was published in 2020 and is listed as book #6 in the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series.
7. 

   NYPD Red 7 (2022)
   (By Marshall Karp)
   Published in 2022, NYPD Red 7 is listed as book #7 in the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series.
8. 

   NYPD Red 8 (2025)
   (By Marshall Karp)
   NYPD Red 8 is a 2025 release and appears as book #8 in the NYPD Red Books in Orderwith Marshall Karp series.

Publication Order of Rory Yates Books
with Andrew Bourelle

1. 

   Texas Ranger (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Texas Ranger was published in 2018 and is listed as book #1 in the Rory Yates Books in Orderwith Andrew Bourelle series.
2. 

   Texas Outlaw (2020)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2020, Texas Outlaw is listed as book #2 in the Rory Yates Books in Orderwith Andrew Bourelle series.
3. The Texas Murders (2025)
   by James Patterson
   The Texas Murders is a 2025 release and appears as book #3 in the Rory Yates Books in Orderwith Andrew Bourelle series.

Publication Order of Ruby Bozarth Books
with Nancy Allen

1. 

   Juror #3 (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Juror #3 was published in 2018 and is listed as book #1 in the Ruby Bozarth Books in Orderwith Nancy Allen series.
2. 

   The Jailhouse Lawyer / Power of Attorney (2021)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2021, The Jailhouse Lawyer / Power of Attorney is listed as book #2 in the Ruby Bozarth Books in Orderwith Nancy Allen series.

Publication Order of Time Travel Twin Books
with Tad Safran

1. 

   The Time Travel Twins (2024)
   by James Patterson
   The Time Travel Twins was published in 2024 and is listed as book #1 in the Time Travel Twin Books in Orderwith Tad Safran series.
2. 

   The Time Travel Twins: The Pharaoh’s Tomb (2025)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2025, The Time Travel Twins: The Pharaoh's Tomb is listed as book #2 in the Time Travel Twin Books in Orderwith Tad Safran series.
3. 

   An Armada of Trouble (2026)
   by James Patterson
   An Armada of Trouble is a 2026 release and appears as book #3 in the Time Travel Twin Books in Orderwith Tad Safran series.

Publication Order of Tom Moon Books
with James O. Born

1. 

   Lost (2020)
   by James Patterson
   Lost was published in 2020 and is listed as book #1 in the Tom Moon Books in Orderwith James O. Born series.

Publication Order of Travis McKinley Books
with Peter de Jonge

1. 

   Miracle on the 17th Green (1996)
   by James Patterson
   Miracle on the 17th Green was published in 1996 and is listed as book #1 in the Travis McKinley Books in Orderwith Peter de Jonge series.
2. 

   Miracle at Augusta (2015)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2015, Miracle at Augusta is listed as book #2 in the Travis McKinley Books in Orderwith Peter de Jonge series.
3. 

   Miracle at St. Andrews (2019)
   by James Patterson
   Miracle at St. Andrews is a 2019 release and appears as book #3 in the Travis McKinley Books in Orderwith Peter de Jonge series.

Publication Order of Treasure Hunters Books
with Chris Grabenstein

1. 

   Treasure Hunters (2013)
   by James Patterson
   Treasure Hunters was published in 2013 and is listed as book #1 in the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
2. 

   Danger Down the Nile (2014)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2014, Danger Down the Nile is listed as book #2 in the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
3. 

   Secret of the Forbidden City (2015)
   by James Patterson
   Secret of the Forbidden City is a 2015 release and appears as book #3 in the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
4. 

   Peril at the Top of the World (2016)
   by James Patterson
   In the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series, Peril at the Top of the World is book #4 and was published in 2016.
5. 

   Quest for the City of Gold (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Quest for the City of Gold was first published in 2017; within the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   All-American Adventure (2019)
   by James Patterson
   All-American Adventure was published in 2019 and is listed as book #6 in the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
7. 

   The Plunder Down Under (2020)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2020, The Plunder Down Under is listed as book #7 in the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
8. 

   The Ultimate Quest (2022)
   by James Patterson
   The Ultimate Quest is a 2022 release and appears as book #8 in the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
9. 

   The Greatest Treasure Hunt (2023)
   by James Patterson
   In the Treasure Hunters Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series, The Greatest Treasure Hunt is book #9 and was published in 2023.

Publication Order of When the Wind Blows Books

1. 

   When the Wind Blows (1998)
   by James Patterson
   When the Wind Blows was published in 1998 and is listed as book #1 in the When the Wind Blows series.
2. 

   The Lake House (2003)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2003, The Lake House is listed as book #2 in the When the Wind Blows series.

Publication Order of Word of Mouse Books
with Chris Grabenstein

1. 

   Word of Mouse (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Word of Mouse was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Word of Mouse Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.
2. 

   The Great Mouse Escape (2025)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2025, The Great Mouse Escape is listed as book #2 in the Word of Mouse Books in Orderwith Chris Grabenstein series.

Publication Order of Zoo Books
with Michael Ledwidge

1. 

   Zoo (2012)
   by James Patterson
   Zoo was published in 2012 and is listed as book #1 in the Zoo Books in Orderwith Michael Ledwidge series.
2. 

   Zoo: The Graphic Novel (2012)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2012, Zoo: The Graphic Novel is listed as book #2 in the Zoo Books in Orderwith Michael Ledwidge series.
3. 

   Zoo 2 (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Zoo 2 is a 2016 release and appears as book #3 in the Zoo Books in Orderwith Michael Ledwidge series.

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Books

1. 

   The Thomas Berryman Number (1976)
   by James Patterson
   The Thomas Berryman Number was published in 1976 and is listed as book #1 in the Standalone Novels series.
2. 

   Season of the Machete (1977)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 1977, Season of the Machete is listed as book #2 in the Standalone Novels series.
3. 

   See How They Run / The Jericho Commandment (1979)
   by James Patterson
   See How They Run / The Jericho Commandment is a 1979 release and appears as book #3 in the Standalone Novels series.
4. 

   Black Market / Black Friday (1986)
   by James Patterson
   In the Standalone Novels series, Black Market / Black Friday is book #4 and was published in 1986.
5. 

   The Midnight Club (1989)
   by James Patterson
   The Midnight Club was first published in 1989; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Hide & Seek (1995)
   by James Patterson
   Hide & Seek was published in 1995 and is listed as book #6 in the Standalone Novels series.
7. 

   Cradle and All / Virgin (Remastered) (1999)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 1999, Cradle and All / Virgin (Remastered) is listed as book #7 in the Standalone Novels series.
8. 

   Sam’s Letters to Jennifer (2001)
   by James Patterson
   Sam's Letters to Jennifer is a 2001 release and appears as book #8 in the Standalone Novels series.
9. 

   Suzanne’s Diary for Nicholas (2001)
   by James Patterson
   In the Standalone Novels series, Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas is book #9 and was published in 2001.
10. 

    The Beach House (2002)
    (With Peter de Jonge)
    by James Patterson
    The Beach House was first published in 2002; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    The Jester (2003)
    (With Andrew Gross)
    by James Patterson
    The Jester was published in 2003 and is listed as book #11 in the Standalone Novels series.
12. 

    Lifeguard (2005)
    (With Andrew Gross)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2005, Lifeguard is listed as book #12 in the Standalone Novels series.
13. 

    Beach Road (2006)
    (With Peter de Jonge)
    by James Patterson
    Beach Road is a 2006 release and appears as book #13 in the Standalone Novels series.
14. 

    Judge & Jury (2006)
    (With Andrew Gross)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Judge & Jury is book #14 and was published in 2006.
15. 

    The Quickie (2007)
    (With Michael Ledwidge)
    by James Patterson
    The Quickie was first published in 2007; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    You’ve Been Warned (2007)
    (With Howard Roughan)
    by James Patterson
    You've Been Warned was published in 2007 and is listed as book #16 in the Standalone Novels series.
17. 

    Sundays at Tiffany’s (2008)
    (With Gabrielle Charbonnet)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2008, Sundays at Tiffany's is listed as book #17 in the Standalone Novels series.
18. 

    Sail (2008)
    (With Howard Roughan)
    by James Patterson
    Sail is a 2008 release and appears as book #18 in the Standalone Novels series.
19. 

    Swimsuit (2009)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Swimsuit is book #19 and was published in 2009.
20. 

    The Postcard Killers (2010)
    (With Liza Marklund)
    by James Patterson
    The Postcard Killers was first published in 2010; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #20.
21. 

    Don’t Blink (2010)
    (With Howard Roughan)
    by James Patterson
    Don't Blink was published in 2010 and is listed as book #21 in the Standalone Novels series.
22. 

    Toys (2011)
    (With Neil McMahon)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2011, Toys is listed as book #22 in the Standalone Novels series.
23. 

    Now You See Her (2011)
    (With Michael Ledwidge)
    by James Patterson
    Now You See Her is a 2011 release and appears as book #23 in the Standalone Novels series.
24. 

    Kill Me If You Can (2011)
    (With Marshall Karp)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Kill Me If You Can is book #24 and was published in 2011.
25. 

    The Christmas Wedding (2011)
    (With Richard DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    The Christmas Wedding was first published in 2011; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #25.
26. 

    Guilty Wives (2012)
    (With David Ellis)
    by James Patterson
    Guilty Wives was published in 2012 and is listed as book #26 in the Standalone Novels series.
27. 

    Mistress (2013)
    (With David Ellis)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2013, Mistress is listed as book #27 in the Standalone Novels series.
28. 

    First Love (2013)
    (With Emily Raymond)
    by James Patterson
    First Love is a 2013 release and appears as book #28 in the Standalone Novels series.
29. 

    Homeroom Diaries (2014)
    (With Lisa Papademetriou)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Homeroom Diaries is book #29 and was published in 2014.
30. 

    Public School Superhero (2015)
    (With Chris Tebbetts)
    by James Patterson
    Public School Superhero was first published in 2015; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #30.
31. 

    Truth or Die (2015)
    (With Howard Roughan)
    by James Patterson
    Truth or Die was published in 2015 and is listed as book #31 in the Standalone Novels series.
32. 

    The Murder House (2015)
    (With David Ellis)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2015, The Murder House is listed as book #32 in the Standalone Novels series.
33. 

    Woman of God (2016)
    (With Maxine Paetro)
    by James Patterson
    Woman of God is a 2016 release and appears as book #33 in the Standalone Novels series.
34. 

    Humans, Bow Down (2017)
    (With Emily Raymond)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Humans, Bow Down is book #34 and was published in 2017.
35. 

    Pottymouth and Stoopid (2017)
    (With Chris Grabenstein)
    by James Patterson
    Pottymouth and Stoopid was first published in 2017; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #35.
36. 

    The Store (2017)
    (With Richard DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    The Store was published in 2017 and is listed as book #36 in the Standalone Novels series.
37. 

    Expelled / The Injustice (2017)
    (With Emily Raymond)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2017, Expelled / The Injustice is listed as book #37 in the Standalone Novels series.
38. 

    The President Is Missing (2018)
    (With Bill Clinton)
    by James Patterson
    The President Is Missing is a 2018 release and appears as book #38 in the Standalone Novels series.
39. 

    Triple Homicide (2018)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Triple Homicide is book #39 and was published in 2018.
40. 

    Disasterland (2018)
    (With Robison Wells)
    by James Patterson
    Disasterland was first published in 2018; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #40.
41. 

    The First Lady (2018)
    (With Brendan DuBois)
    by James Patterson
    The First Lady was published in 2018 and is listed as book #41 in the Standalone Novels series.
42. 

    The House Next Door (2019)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2019, The House Next Door is listed as book #42 in the Standalone Novels series.
43. 

    The Inn (2019)
    (With Candice Fox)
    by James Patterson
    The Inn is a 2019 release and appears as book #43 in the Standalone Novels series.
44. 

    The Warning (2019)
    (With Robison Wells)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, The Warning is book #44 and was published in 2019.
45. 

    The Summer House (2020)
    (With Brendan DuBois)
    by James Patterson
    The Summer House was first published in 2020; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #45.
46. 

    Cajun Justice (2020)
    (With Tucker Axum)
    by James Patterson
    Cajun Justice was published in 2020 and is listed as book #46 in the Standalone Novels series.
47. 

    1st Case / Brilliant Lies (2020)
    (With Chris Tebbetts)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2020, 1st Case / Brilliant Lies is listed as book #47 in the Standalone Novels series.
48. 

    The Midwife Murders (2020)
    (With Richard DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    The Midwife Murders is a 2020 release and appears as book #48 in the Standalone Novels series.
49. 

    The Coast-to-Coast Murders (2020)
    (With J.D. Barker)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, The Coast-to-Coast Murders is book #49 and was published in 2020.
50. 

    Three Women Disappear (2020)
    (With Shan Serafin)
    by James Patterson
    Three Women Disappear was first published in 2020; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #50.
51. 

    The President’s Daughter (2021)
    (With Bill Clinton)
    by James Patterson
    The President's Daughter was published in 2021 and is listed as book #51 in the Standalone Novels series.
52. 

    The Noise (2021)
    (With J.D. Barker)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2021, The Noise is listed as book #52 in the Standalone Novels series.
53. 

    The Guilty (2021)
    by James Patterson
    The Guilty is a 2021 release and appears as book #53 in the Standalone Novels series.
54. 

    The Horsewoman (2022)
    (With Mike Lupica)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, The Horsewoman is book #54 and was published in 2022.
55. 

    Run, Rose, Run (2022)
    (With Dolly Parton)
    by James Patterson
    Run, Rose, Run was first published in 2022; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #55.
56. 

    Death of the Black Widow (2022)
    (With J.D. Barker)
    by James Patterson
    Death of the Black Widow was published in 2022 and is listed as book #56 in the Standalone Novels series.
57. 

    The Elephant Girl (2022)
    (With Ellen Banda-Aaku, Sophia Krevoy)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2022, The Elephant Girl is listed as book #57 in the Standalone Novels series.
58. 

    The Ninth Month (2022)
    (With Richard DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    The Ninth Month is a 2022 release and appears as book #58 in the Standalone Novels series.
59. 

    Blowback (2022)
    (With Brendan DuBois)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Blowback is book #59 and was published in 2022.
60. 

    The Girl in the Castle (2022)
    (With Emily Raymond)
    by James Patterson
    The Girl in the Castle was first published in 2022; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #60.
61. 

    The Twelve Topsy-Turvy, Very Messy Days ofChristmas (2022)
    (With Tad Safran)
    by James Patterson
    The Twelve Topsy-Turvy, Very Messy Days ofChristmas was published in 2022 and is listed as book #61 in the Standalone Novels series.
62. 

    Things I Wish I Told My Mother (2023)
    (With Susan Patterson, Susan DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2023, Things I Wish I Told My Mother is listed as book #62 in the Standalone Novels series.
63. 

    Lion & Lamb (2023)
    by James Patterson
    Lion & Lamb is a 2023 release and appears as book #63 in the Standalone Novels series.
64. 

    The #1 Lawyer (2024)
    (With Nancy Allen)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, The #1 Lawyer is book #64 and was published in 2024.
65. 

    The Murder Inn (2024)
    (With Candice Fox)
    by James Patterson
    The Murder Inn was first published in 2024; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #65.
66. 

    Eruption (2024)
    (With Michael Crichton)
    by James Patterson
    Eruption was published in 2024 and is listed as book #66 in the Standalone Novels series.
67. 

    Confessions of the Dead (2024)
    (With J.D. Barker)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2024, Confessions of the Dead is listed as book #67 in the Standalone Novels series.
68. 

    Lies He Told Me (2024)
    (With David Ellis)
    by James Patterson
    Lies He Told Me is a 2024 release and appears as book #68 in the Standalone Novels series.
69. 

    Raised by Wolves (2024)
    (With Emily Raymond)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, Raised by Wolves is book #69 and was published in 2024.
70. 

    The Writer / The Imperfect Murder (2025)
    (With J.D. Barker)
    by James Patterson
    The Writer / The Imperfect Murder was first published in 2025; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #70.
71. 

    The First Gentleman (2025)
    (With Bill Clinton)
    by James Patterson
    The First Gentleman was published in 2025 and is listed as book #71 in the Standalone Novels series.
72. 

    Emma on Fire (2025)
    (With Emily Raymond)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2025, Emma on Fire is listed as book #72 in the Standalone Novels series.
73. 

    Billion-Dollar Ransom (2025)
    (With Duane Swierczynski)
    by James Patterson
    Billion-Dollar Ransom is a 2025 release and appears as book #73 in the Standalone Novels series.
74. 

    The Picasso Heist (2025)
    (With Howard Roughan)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, The Picasso Heist is book #74 and was published in 2025.
75. 

    The Invisible Woman (2026)
    (With Susan DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    The Invisible Woman was first published in 2026; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #75.
76. 

    Judge Stone (2026)
    (With Viola Davis)
    by James Patterson
    Judge Stone was published in 2026 and is listed as book #76 in the Standalone Novels series.
77. 

    The Mother-Daughter Book Club (2026)
    (With Susan Patterson)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2026, The Mother-Daughter Book Club is listed as book #77 in the Standalone Novels series.
78. 

    Rocket’s Red Glare (2026)
    (With Matt Eversmann)
    by James Patterson
    Rocket's Red Glare is a 2026 release and appears as book #78 in the Standalone Novels series.
79. 

    The Country Road Murders (2026)
    (With Mike Lupica)
    by James Patterson
    In the Standalone Novels series, The Country Road Murders is book #79 and was published in 2026.
80. 

    The Munich Affair (2026)
    (With David Ellis)
    by James Patterson
    The Munich Affair was first published in 2026; within the Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #80.
81. 

    The Murder Trial (2026)
    (With Nancy Allen)
    by James Patterson
    The Murder Trial was published in 2026 and is listed as book #81 in the Standalone Novels series.

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Books

1. 

   Bloody Valentine (2011)
   by James Patterson
   Bloody Valentine was published in 2011 and is listed as book #1 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
2. 

   Boys Will Be Boys (2011)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2011, Boys Will Be Boys is listed as book #2 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
3. Wedding Shots (2014)
   by James Patterson
   Wedding Shots is a 2014 release and appears as book #3 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
4. 

   We Are Not Alone (2019)
   (With Tim Arnold)
   by James Patterson
   In the Short Stories/Novellas series, We Are Not Alone is book #4 and was published in 2019.
5. 

   The Killer’s Wife (2019)
   (With Max DiLallo)
   by James Patterson
   The Killer's Wife was first published in 2019; within the Short Stories/Novellas series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Zero Tolerance (2023)
   by James Patterson
   Zero Tolerance was published in 2023 and is listed as book #6 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
7. 

   The Justice (2024)
   (With Aaron Cooley)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2024, The Justice is listed as book #7 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
8. 

   The Commuter (2025)
   (With Aaron Tracy)
   by James Patterson
   The Commuter is a 2025 release and appears as book #8 in the Short Stories/Novellas series.
9. 

   Game of Nines (2025)
   by James Patterson
   In the Short Stories/Novellas series, Game of Nines is book #9 and was published in 2025.
10. 

    Trapped (2026)
    (With Max DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    Trapped was first published in 2026; within the Short Stories/Novellas series, it is listed as book #10.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Standalone Novels Books

1. 

   Let’s Play Make-Believe / The Palm Beach Murders (2016)
   (With James O. Born)
   by James Patterson
   Let's Play Make-Believe / The Palm Beach Murders was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
2. 

   Break Point (2016)
   (With Lee Stone)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, Break Point is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
3. 

   Zoo 2 (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Zoo 2 is a 2016 release and appears as book #3 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
4. 

   Heist (2016)
   (With Rees Jones)
   by James Patterson
   In the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, Heist is book #4 and was published in 2016.
5. 

   Airport Code Red (2016)
   (With Michael White)
   by James Patterson
   Airport Code Red was first published in 2016; within the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   The Witnesses (2016)
   (With Brendan DuBois)
   by James Patterson
   The Witnesses was published in 2016 and is listed as book #6 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
7. 

   Little Black Dress (2016)
   (With Emily Raymond)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, Little Black Dress is listed as book #7 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
8. 

   Dead Heat (2016)
   (With Lee Stone)
   by James Patterson
   Dead Heat is a 2016 release and appears as book #8 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
9. 

   The Pretender (2016)
   (With Andrew Bourelle)
   by James Patterson
   In the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, The Pretender is book #9 and was published in 2016.
10. 

    Hunted (2016)
    (With Andrew Holmes)
    by James Patterson
    Hunted was first published in 2016; within the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    113 Minutes (2016)
    (With Max DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    113 Minutes was published in 2016 and is listed as book #11 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
12. Trump vs. Clinton (2016)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2016, Trump vs. Clinton is listed as book #12 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
13. 

    The Women’s War (2016)
    (With Hilary Liftin)
    by James Patterson
    The Women's War is a 2016 release and appears as book #13 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
14. 

    $10,000,000 Marriage Proposal (2016)
    (With Hilary Liftin)
    by James Patterson
    In the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, $10,000,000 Marriage Proposal is book #14 and was published in 2016.
15. 

    Taking the Titanic (2016)
    (With Scott Slaven)
    by James Patterson
    Taking the Titanic was first published in 2016; within the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    Come and Get Us (2016)
    (With Shan Serafin)
    by James Patterson
    Come and Get Us was published in 2016 and is listed as book #16 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
17. 

    The House Husband (2017)
    (With Duane Swierczynski)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2017, The House Husband is listed as book #17 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
18. 

    The Shut-In (2017)
    (With Duane Swierczynski)
    by James Patterson
    The Shut-In is a 2017 release and appears as book #18 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
19. 

    Night Sniper (2017)
    (With Christopher Charles)
    by James Patterson
    In the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, Night Sniper is book #19 and was published in 2017.
20. 

    Diary of a Succubus (2017)
    (With Derek Nikitas)
    by James Patterson
    Diary of a Succubus was first published in 2017; within the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #20.
21. 

    Stealing Gulfstreams (2017)
    (With Max DiLallo)
    by James Patterson
    Stealing Gulfstreams was published in 2017 and is listed as book #21 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
22. 

    The Lawyer Lifeguard (2017)
    (With Doug Allyn)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2017, The Lawyer Lifeguard is listed as book #22 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
23. 

    Stingrays (2017)
    (With Duane Swierczynski)
    by James Patterson
    Stingrays is a 2017 release and appears as book #23 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
24. 

    Nooners (2017)
    (With Tim Arnold)
    by James Patterson
    In the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, Nooners is book #24 and was published in 2017.
25. 

    Steeplechase (2017)
    (With Scott Slaven)
    by James Patterson
    Steeplechase was first published in 2017; within the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #25.
26. 

    Deadly Cargo (2017)
    (With Will Jordan)
    by James Patterson
    Deadly Cargo was published in 2017 and is listed as book #26 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
27. 

    The Dolls (2017)
    (With Kecia Bal)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2017, The Dolls is listed as book #27 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
28. 

    The Family Lawyer (2017)
    (With Rachel Howzell Hall)
    by James Patterson
    The Family Lawyer is a 2017 release and appears as book #28 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
29. 

    Dead Man Running (2017)
    (With Christopher Farnsworth)
    by James Patterson
    In the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, Dead Man Running is book #29 and was published in 2017.
30. 

    Scott Free (2017)
    (With Rob Hart)
    by James Patterson
    Scott Free was first published in 2017; within the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #30.
31. 

    Absolute Zero (2017)
    (With Ed Chatterton)
    by James Patterson
    Absolute Zero was published in 2017 and is listed as book #31 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
32. 

    You’ve Been Warned – Again (2017)
    (With Derek Nikitas)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2017, You've Been Warned – Again is listed as book #32 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
33. 

    The Exile (2017)
    (With Alison Joseph)
    by James Patterson
    The Exile is a 2017 release and appears as book #33 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
34. 

    The Moores Are Missing & The Housewife (2017)
    (With Loren D. Estleman, Sam Hawken)
    by James Patterson
    In the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, The Moores Are Missing & The Housewife is book #34 and was published in 2017.
35. 

    Avalanche (2017)
    (With David Inglish)
    by James Patterson
    Avalanche was first published in 2017; within the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series, it is listed as book #35.
36. 

    Kill and Tell (2017)
    (With Scott Slaven)
    by James Patterson
    Kill and Tell was published in 2017 and is listed as book #36 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
37. 

    The Doctor’s Plot (2018)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2018, The Doctor's Plot is listed as book #37 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.
38. 

    The 13-Minute Murder (2019)
    (With Shan Serafin)
    by James Patterson
    The 13-Minute Murder is a 2019 release and appears as book #38 in the Bookshots: Standalone Novels series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Detective Luc Moncrief Books
with Richard DiLallo

1. 

   French Kiss (2016)
   by James Patterson
   French Kiss was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Detective Luc Moncrief Books in Orderwith Richard DiLallo series.
2. 

   The Christmas Mystery (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, The Christmas Mystery is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Detective Luc Moncrief Books in Orderwith Richard DiLallo series.
3. 

   French Twist (2017)
   by James Patterson
   French Twist is a 2017 release and appears as book #3 in the Bookshots: Detective Luc Moncrief Books in Orderwith Richard DiLallo series.

Publication Order of BookShots: Flames Books

1. 

   Learning to Ride (2016)
   (With Erin Knightley)
   by James Patterson
   Learning to Ride was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the BookShots: Flames series.
2. 

   Sacking the Quarterback (2016)
   (With Samantha Towle)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, Sacking the Quarterback is listed as book #2 in the BookShots: Flames series.
3. 

   The Mating Season (2016)
   (With Laurie Horowitz)
   by James Patterson
   The Mating Season is a 2016 release and appears as book #3 in the BookShots: Flames series.
4. 

   The Return (2016)
   (By Erin Knightley)
   In the BookShots: Flames series, The Return is book #4 and was published in 2016.
5. 

   Dazzling (2016)
   (By Elizabeth Hayley)
   Dazzling was first published in 2016; within the BookShots: Flames series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Bodyguard (2016)
   (By Jessica Linden)
   Bodyguard was published in 2016 and is listed as book #6 in the BookShots: Flames series.
7. 

   Hot Winter Nights (2016)
   (With Codi Gary)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, Hot Winter Nights is listed as book #7 in the BookShots: Flames series.
8. 

   Radiant (2016)
   (By Elizabeth Hayley)
   Radiant is a 2016 release and appears as book #8 in the BookShots: Flames series.
9. 

   Exquisite (2017)
   (By Elizabeth Hayley)
   In the BookShots: Flames series, Exquisite is book #9 and was published in 2017.
10. 

    Seducing Shakespeare (2017)
    (By Tabitha Ross)
    Seducing Shakespeare was first published in 2017; within the BookShots: Flames series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    Bedding the Highlander (2017)
    (By Sabrina York)
    Bedding the Highlander was published in 2017 and is listed as book #11 in the BookShots: Flames series.
12. 

    Sabotage (2017)
    (By Jessica Linden)
    Published in 2017, Sabotage is listed as book #12 in the BookShots: Flames series.
13. 

    50 Hidden Desires (2017)
    (With Jessica Lemmon)
    by James Patterson
    50 Hidden Desires is a 2017 release and appears as book #13 in the BookShots: Flames series.
14. 

    Sexy Summer Flings (2017)
    (With Codi Gary)
    by James Patterson
    In the BookShots: Flames series, Sexy Summer Flings is book #14 and was published in 2017.
15. 

    Love Me Tender (2017)
    (With Laurie Horowitz)
    by James Patterson
    Love Me Tender was first published in 2017; within the BookShots: Flames series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    The Experiment (2017)
    (By HelenKay Dimon)
    The Experiment was published in 2017 and is listed as book #16 in the BookShots: Flames series.
17. 

    The Weekend Wife (2017)
    (By Beth Ciotta)
    Published in 2017, The Weekend Wife is listed as book #17 in the BookShots: Flames series.
18. 

    Dawn’s Early Light (2017)
    (By Jessica Scott)
    Dawn's Early Light is a 2017 release and appears as book #18 in the BookShots: Flames series.
19. 

    Christmas Sanctuary (2017)
    (By Lauren Hawkeye)
    In the BookShots: Flames series, Christmas Sanctuary is book #19 and was published in 2017.
20. 

    Shopping for Love (2018)
    (By Renee Carlino)
    Shopping for Love was first published in 2018; within the BookShots: Flames series, it is listed as book #20.
21. 

    Once Upon a Kiss (2018)
    (By Sara Jane Stone)
    Once Upon a Kiss was published in 2018 and is listed as book #21 in the BookShots: Flames series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Jon Roscoe Thriller Books
with Robert Gold

1. 

   The Hostage (2016)
   by James Patterson
   The Hostage was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Jon Roscoe Thriller Books in Orderwith Robert Gold series.
2. 

   The Verdict (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, The Verdict is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Jon Roscoe Thriller Books in Orderwith Robert Gold series.
3. 

   Kidnapped (2016)
   by James Patterson
   Kidnapped is a 2016 release and appears as book #3 in the Bookshots: Jon Roscoe Thriller Books in Orderwith Robert Gold series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Mitchum Books
with James O. Born

1. 

   Hidden (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Hidden was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Mitchum Books in Orderwith James O. Born series.
2. 

   Malicious (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2017, Malicious is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Mitchum Books in Orderwith James O. Born series.
3. 

   Malevolent (2020)
   by James Patterson
   Malevolent is a 2020 release and appears as book #3 in the Bookshots: Mitchum Books in Orderwith James O. Born series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Owen Taylor Books
with Brendan DuBois

1. 

   The End (2017)
   by James Patterson
   The End was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Owen Taylor Books in Orderwith Brendan DuBois series.
2. 

   After the End (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2017, After the End is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Owen Taylor Books in Orderwith Brendan DuBois series.

Publication Order of Bookshots: Private Books
with Jassy Mackenzie, Rees Jones

1. 

   Private Royals (2016)
   (With Rees Jones)
   by James Patterson
   Private Royals was published in 2016 and is listed as book #1 in the Bookshots: Private Books in Orderwith Jassy Mackenzie, Rees Jones series.
2. 

   Private: Gold (2017)
   (With Jassy Mackenzie)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2017, Private: Gold is listed as book #2 in the Bookshots: Private Books in Orderwith Jassy Mackenzie, Rees Jones series.

Publication Order of Short Story Collections Books

1. 

   Two from the Heart (2017)
   (With Emily Raymond, Frank Costantini, Brian Sitts)
   by James Patterson
   Two from the Heart was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Short Story Collections series.
2. 

   Black Dress Affair (2018)
   (With Emily Raymond, Susan DiLallo)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, Black Dress Affair is listed as book #2 in the Short Story Collections series.
3. 

   The House Next Door (2019)
   (With Max DiLallo, Tim Arnold, Susan DiLallo)
   by James Patterson
   The House Next Door is a 2019 release and appears as book #3 in the Short Story Collections series.
4. 

   3 Days to Live (2023)
   by James Patterson
   In the Short Story Collections series, 3 Days to Live is book #4 and was published in 2023.

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

1. 

   The Day America Told the Truth (1991)
   (With Peter Kim)
   by James Patterson
   The Day America Told the Truth was published in 1991 and is listed as book #1 in the Non-Fiction series.
2. 

   Torn Apart / Against Medical Advice / Med Head (2008)
   (With Hal Friedman)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2008, Torn Apart / Against Medical Advice / Med Head is listed as book #2 in the Non-Fiction series.
3. 

   The Murder of King Tut (2009)
   (With Martin Dugard)
   by James Patterson
   The Murder of King Tut is a 2009 release and appears as book #3 in the Non-Fiction series.
4. 

   Filthy Rich (2016)
   (With John Connolly, Tim Malloy)
   by James Patterson
   In the Non-Fiction series, Filthy Rich is book #4 and was published in 2016.
5. 

   All-American Murder (2018)
   (With Alex Abramovich, Mike Harvkey)
   by James Patterson
   All-American Murder was first published in 2018; within the Non-Fiction series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   The House of Kennedy / The Kennedy Curse (2020)
   (With Cynthia Fagen)
   by James Patterson
   The House of Kennedy / The Kennedy Curse was published in 2020 and is listed as book #6 in the Non-Fiction series.
7. 

   The Last Days of John Lennon (2020)
   (By Casey Sherman)
   Published in 2020, The Last Days of John Lennon is listed as book #7 in the Non-Fiction series.
8. 

   Walk in My Combat Boots (2021)
   (With Chris Mooney)
   by James Patterson
   Walk in My Combat Boots is a 2021 release and appears as book #8 in the Non-Fiction series.
9. 

   The Defense Lawyer (2021)
   (With Benjamin Wallace)
   by James Patterson
   In the Non-Fiction series, The Defense Lawyer is book #9 and was published in 2021.
10. 

    E.R. Nurses: True Stories from America’s Greatest Unsung Heroes (2021)
    (With Matt Eversmann)
    by James Patterson
    E.R. Nurses: True Stories from America's Greatest Unsung Heroes was first published in 2021; within the Non-Fiction series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    James Patterson by James Patterson: The Stories of My Life (2022)
    by James Patterson
    James Patterson by James Patterson: The Stories of My Life was published in 2022 and is listed as book #11 in the Non-Fiction series.
12. 

    Diana, William, and Harry (2022)
    (With Chris Mooney)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2022, Diana, William, and Harry is listed as book #12 in the Non-Fiction series.
13. 

    Walk The Blue Line (2023)
    (With Chris Mooney, Matt Eversmann)
    by James Patterson
    Walk The Blue Line is a 2023 release and appears as book #13 in the Non-Fiction series.
14. 

    What Really Happens in Vegas (2023)
    (With Mark Seal)
    by James Patterson
    In the Non-Fiction series, What Really Happens in Vegas is book #14 and was published in 2023.
15. 

    The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians (2024)
    (With Matt Eversmann)
    by James Patterson
    The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians was first published in 2024; within the Non-Fiction series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    Tiger, Tiger (2024)
    (With Peter de Jonge)
    by James Patterson
    Tiger, Tiger was published in 2024 and is listed as book #16 in the Non-Fiction series.
17. 

    American Heroes (2024)
    (With Matt Eversmann)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2024, American Heroes is listed as book #17 in the Non-Fiction series.
18. 

    The #1 Dad Book (2025)
    by James Patterson
    The #1 Dad Book is a 2025 release and appears as book #18 in the Non-Fiction series.
19. 

    The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy (2025)
    (With Vicky Ward)
    by James Patterson
    In the Non-Fiction series, The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy is book #19 and was published in 2025.
20. 

    Disrupt Everything—and Win (2025)
    (With Patrick R. Leddin)
    by James Patterson
    Disrupt Everything—and Win was first published in 2025; within the Non-Fiction series, it is listed as book #20.
21. 

    The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe (2025)
    (With Imogen Edwards-Jones)
    by James Patterson
    The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe was published in 2025 and is listed as book #21 in the Non-Fiction series.
22. 

    Thank You, Teachers (2026)
    (With Matt Eversmann)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2026, Thank You, Teachers is listed as book #22 in the Non-Fiction series.

Publication Order of Children’s Books

1. 

   SantaKid (2004)
   by James Patterson
   SantaKid was published in 2004 and is listed as book #1 in the Children's series.
2. 

   Give Please a Chance (2016)
   (With Bill O’Reilly)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2016, Give Please a Chance is listed as book #2 in the Children's series.
3. 

   Penguins of America (2017)
   (With Jack Patterson)
   by James Patterson
   Penguins of America is a 2017 release and appears as book #3 in the Children's series.
4. 

   Laugh Out Loud (2017)
   (With Chris Grabenstein)
   by James Patterson
   In the Children's series, Laugh Out Loud is book #4 and was published in 2017.
5. 

   Give Thank You a Try (2017)
   by James Patterson
   Give Thank You a Try was first published in 2017; within the Children's series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Not So Normal Norbert (2018)
   by James Patterson
   Not So Normal Norbert was published in 2018 and is listed as book #6 in the Children's series.
7. 

   Unbelievably Boring Bartholomew (2018)
   (With Duane Swierczynski)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, Unbelievably Boring Bartholomew is listed as book #7 in the Children's series.
8. 

   Sophia, Princess Among Beasts (2019)
   (With Emily Raymond)
   by James Patterson
   Sophia, Princess Among Beasts is a 2019 release and appears as book #8 in the Children's series.
9. 

   Becoming Muhammad Ali (2020)
   (With Kwame Alexander)
   by James Patterson
   In the Children's series, Becoming Muhammad Ali is book #9 and was published in 2020.
10. 

    Scaredy Cat (2021)
    (With Chris Grabenstein)
    by James Patterson
    Scaredy Cat was first published in 2021; within the Children's series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    Best Nerds Forever (2021)
    (With Chris Grabenstein)
    by James Patterson
    Best Nerds Forever was published in 2021 and is listed as book #11 in the Children's series.
12. 

    Elephant Goes Potty (2023)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2023, Elephant Goes Potty is listed as book #12 in the Children's series.
13. 

    Fox Is Coming! (2024)
    (With Joe Kulka)
    by James Patterson
    Fox Is Coming! is a 2024 release and appears as book #13 in the Children's series.

Publication Order of Graphic Novels Books

1. 

   The Runaway’s Diary (2022)
   (With Emily Raymond)
   by James Patterson
   The Runaway's Diary was published in 2022 and is listed as book #1 in the Graphic Novels series.
2. 

   Ali Cross: The Graphic Novel (2024)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2024, Ali Cross: The Graphic Novel is listed as book #2 in the Graphic Novels series.

Publication Order of Discovery’s Murder is Forever Books

1. 

   Murder, Interrupted (2018)
   (With Christopher Charles, Alex Abramovich)
   by James Patterson
   Murder, Interrupted was published in 2018 and is listed as book #1 in the Discovery's Murder is Forever series.
2. 

   Home Sweet Murder (2018)
   (With Scott Slaven, Andrew Bourelle)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2018, Home Sweet Murder is listed as book #2 in the Discovery's Murder is Forever series.
3. 

   Murder Beyond the Grave (2018)
   (With Christopher Charles, Andrew Bourelle)
   by James Patterson
   Murder Beyond the Grave is a 2018 release and appears as book #3 in the Discovery's Murder is Forever series.
4. 

   Murder Thy Neighbor (2020)
   (With Max DiLallo, Andrew Bourelle)
   by James Patterson
   In the Discovery's Murder is Forever series, Murder Thy Neighbor is book #4 and was published in 2020.
5. 

   Murder of Innocence (2020)
   (With Max DiLallo, Andrew Bourelle)
   by James Patterson
   Murder of Innocence was first published in 2020; within the Discovery's Murder is Forever series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   Till Murder Do Us Part (2021)
   (With Max DiLallo, Andrew Bourelle)
   by James Patterson
   Till Murder Do Us Part was published in 2021 and is listed as book #6 in the Discovery's Murder is Forever series.

Publication Order of Middle School Books

1. 

   Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life (2011)
   (With Chris Tebbetts)
   by James Patterson
   Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life was published in 2011 and is listed as book #1 in the Middle School series.
2. 

   Get Me Out of Here! (2012)
   (With Chris Tebbetts)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2012, Get Me Out of Here! is listed as book #2 in the Middle School series.
3. 

   How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill (2013)
   (With Chris Tebbetts)
   by James Patterson
   How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill is a 2013 release and appears as book #3 in the Middle School series.
4. 

   My Brother is a Big, Fat Liar (2013)
   (With Lisa Papademetriou)
   by James Patterson
   In the Middle School series, My Brother is a Big, Fat Liar is book #4 and was published in 2013.
5. 

   Ultimate Showdown (2014)
   (With Julia Bergen)
   by James Patterson
   Ultimate Showdown was first published in 2014; within the Middle School series, it is listed as book #5.
6. 

   How I Got Lost in London (2014)
   by James Patterson
   How I Got Lost in London was published in 2014 and is listed as book #6 in the Middle School series.
7. 

   Save Rafe! (2014)
   (With Chris Tebbetts)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2014, Save Rafe! is listed as book #7 in the Middle School series.
8. 

   Just My Rotten Luck (2015)
   (With Chris Tebbetts)
   by James Patterson
   Just My Rotten Luck is a 2015 release and appears as book #8 in the Middle School series.
9. 

   Going Bush (2016)
   (With Martin Chatterton)
   by James Patterson
   In the Middle School series, Going Bush is book #9 and was published in 2016.
10. 

    Dog’s Best Friend (2016)
    (With Chris Tebbetts)
    by James Patterson
    Dog's Best Friend was first published in 2016; within the Middle School series, it is listed as book #10.
11. 

    Hollywood 101 (2016)
    (With Martin Chatterton)
    by James Patterson
    Hollywood 101 was published in 2016 and is listed as book #11 in the Middle School series.
12. 

    Escape to Australia / Million-Dollar Mess Down Under (2017)
    (With Martin Chatterton)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2017, Escape to Australia / Million-Dollar Mess Down Under is listed as book #12 in the Middle School series.
13. 

    From Hero to Zero (2017)
    (With Chris Tebbetts)
    by James Patterson
    From Hero to Zero is a 2017 release and appears as book #13 in the Middle School series.
14. 

    Born to Rock (2019)
    (With Chris Tebbetts)
    by James Patterson
    In the Middle School series, Born to Rock is book #14 and was published in 2019.
15. 

    Master of Disaster (2020)
    (With Chris Tebbetts)
    by James Patterson
    Master of Disaster was first published in 2020; within the Middle School series, it is listed as book #15.
16. 

    Field Trip Fiasco (2021)
    (With Martin Chatterton)
    by James Patterson
    Field Trip Fiasco was published in 2021 and is listed as book #16 in the Middle School series.
17. 

    It’s a Zoo in Here! (2022)
    (With Brian Sitts)
    by James Patterson
    Published in 2022, It's a Zoo in Here! is listed as book #17 in the Middle School series.
18. 

    Winter Blunderland (2022)
    (With Brian Sitts)
    by James Patterson
    Winter Blunderland is a 2022 release and appears as book #18 in the Middle School series.
19. 

    Too Uncool for School: (2025)
    by James Patterson
    In the Middle School series, Too Uncool for School: is book #19 and was published in 2025.

Publication Order of Shadow Books

1. 

   The Shadow (2021)
   (With Brian Sitts)
   by James Patterson
   The Shadow was published in 2021 and is listed as book #1 in the Shadow series.
2. 

   Circle of Death (2023)
   (With Brian Sitts)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2023, Circle of Death is listed as book #2 in the Shadow series.
3. 

   The President’s Shadow (2025)
   (With Richard DiLallo)
   by James Patterson
   The President's Shadow is a 2025 release and appears as book #3 in the Shadow series.

Publication Order of Witch & Wizard Books

1. 

   Witch & Wizard (2009)
   (With Gabrielle Charbonnet)
   by James Patterson
   Witch & Wizard was published in 2009 and is listed as book #1 in the Witch & Wizard series.
2. 

   The Gift (2010)
   (With Ned Rust)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2010, The Gift is listed as book #2 in the Witch & Wizard series.
3. 

   The Fire (2011)
   (With Jill Dembowski)
   by James Patterson
   The Fire is a 2011 release and appears as book #3 in the Witch & Wizard series.
4. 

   The Kiss (2013)
   (With Jill Dembowski)
   by James Patterson
   In the Witch & Wizard series, The Kiss is book #4 and was published in 2013.
5. 

   The Lost (2014)
   (With Emily Raymond)
   by James Patterson
   The Lost was first published in 2014; within the Witch & Wizard series, it is listed as book #5.

Publication Order of Witch & Wizard Graphic Novels Books

1. 

   Battle for Shadowland (2010)
   by James Patterson
   Battle for Shadowland was published in 2010 and is listed as book #1 in the Witch & Wizard Graphic Novels series.
2. 

   Operation Zero (2011)
   by James Patterson
   Published in 2011, Operation Zero is listed as book #2 in the Witch & Wizard Graphic Novels series.
3. 

   Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 1 (2011)
   (With Gabrielle Charbonnet, Svetlana Chmakova)
   by James Patterson
   Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 1 is a 2011 release and appears as book #3 in the Witch & Wizard Graphic Novels series.
4. 

   Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 2 (2012)
   (With Ned Rust, Svetlana Chmakova)
   by James Patterson
   In the Witch & Wizard Graphic Novels series, Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 2 is book #4 and was published in 2012.
5. 

   Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 3 (2013)
   (With Jill Dembowski, Svetlana Chmakova)
   by James Patterson
   Witch & Wizard: The Manga, Vol. 3 was first published in 2013; within the Witch & Wizard Graphic Novels series, it is listed as book #5.

Publication Order of Emily Raymond Short Story Collections Books

1. 

   Two from the Heart (2017)
   (With Emily Raymond, Frank Costantini, Brian Sitts)
   by James Patterson
   Two from the Heart was published in 2017 and is listed as book #1 in the Emily Raymond Short Story Collections series.

About James Patterson

James Patterson is one of the most commercially successful authors in modern publishing, known for prolific output, short chapters, and high-concept thriller series built around recurring protagonists. Born in 1947 in Newburgh, New York, Patterson earned degrees from Manhattan College and Vanderbilt University before beginning a career in advertising. He rose to become CEO of the North American division of J. Walter Thompson, a background that shaped his understanding of pacing, audience engagement, and concise storytelling.

Patterson’s debut novel, The Thomas Berryman Number (1976), won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel, but it was Along Came a Spider (1993) that transformed his career. The novel introduced forensic psychologist and detective Alex Cross, launching what would become one of the longest-running and most recognizable crime series in contemporary fiction. Reading James Patterson’s books in publication order reveals how his early standalone psychological thrillers evolved into interconnected, character-driven franchises.

The success of the Alex Cross series established Patterson’s signature style: rapid-fire chapters, alternating perspectives, and high-stakes plotting. Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, he expanded his catalog with additional series, including the Women’s Murder Club (co-created with co-authors), featuring San Francisco detective Lindsay Boxer, and the Michael Bennett series, centered on a New York detective balancing major cases with raising ten adopted children.

Patterson’s publishing model shifted over time to include frequent collaborations with co-authors, allowing him to oversee multiple series simultaneously. While he outlines the stories, collaborators assist in drafting, resulting in a consistent narrative voice across dozens of annual releases. Reading in publication order—particularly within individual series—helps track the development of recurring characters and ongoing story arcs.

Beyond adult thrillers, Patterson has written extensively for younger readers. The Maximum Ride series, which blends science fiction and action, became a bestseller among young adult audiences. He also co-created the middle-grade series Middle School and I Funny, expanding his readership across age groups. Publication order within these series is particularly relevant because character relationships and long-term conflicts carry forward from one installment to the next.

Patterson’s fiction is characterized by:

• Extremely short chapters and cinematic pacing
• High-concept premises
• Recurring protagonists with evolving personal lives
• Blending of crime, psychological suspense, and political intrigue

Over time, his themes have expanded to include terrorism, political corruption, technological threats, and domestic suspense. Despite the variety, many of his series remain anchored by central figures—Alex Cross, Lindsay Boxer, Michael Bennett—whose personal arcs deepen across decades of publication.

Patterson has consistently ranked among the world’s highest-selling authors, with hundreds of millions of copies sold globally. His work has been adapted into films and television series, and he has received numerous awards, including the National Book Foundation’s Literarian Award for Outstanding Service to the American Literary Community.

Viewed chronologically, James Patterson’s career traces a progression from single-author psychological thrillers to a vast, multi-series publishing empire. Reading his books in publication order within each series preserves the evolution of key characters and the escalation of stakes that define his long-running franchises.