📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Anthologies Best for beginners - Start with "Shotgun Honey Presents: Locked and Loaded: Volume 3" (2015)
Publication Order of Mess Hopkins Books Popular choice - Start with "Sanctuary Motel" (2023)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "Diamonds for the Dead" (2010)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "Rent Due" (2020)

About the Author

Josh Handleman returns to his home town of Reston, Virginia with the express aim of burying his father. What he discovers is a side of his Dad he never knew existed. Not only was Josh Handleman’s father rich, he made a point to donate his wealth to charity in the millions of dollars and even took the time to further the dreams of Josh’s friends. The vodka smelling Russian that Josh learns was living with his father is only the icing on the cake. When Josh learns of his father’s diamond collection, and the fact that the gems are missing, he begins to question the accident that killed Abe Handleman. What he doesn’t realize immediately is the fact that his hunt for his inheritance will bring him closer to his father’s killer. Diamonds for the Dead is a pretty easy read; Alan writes the. Alan Orloff is the author of over 30 books across 6 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Anthologies series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Alan Orloff has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Last Laff Mystery Books

2 books
  • Killer Routine In 'Killer Routine', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Last Laff Mystery Books series by Alan Orloff.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here
  • Deadly Campaign In 'Deadly Campaign', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Last Laff Mystery Books series by Alan Orloff.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Mess Hopkins Books

2 books
  • Sanctuary Motel The Publication Order of Mess Hopkins Books series continues with 'Sanctuary Motel', another thrilling entry from Alan Orloff.
    (2023)
  • Late Checkout 'Late Checkout' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mess Hopkins Books series, set in the world Alan Orloff has created.
    (2024)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

8 books
  • Diamonds for the Dead In 'Diamonds for the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alan Orloff.
    (2010)
  • The Taste 'The Taste' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alan Orloff has created.
    (2011)
  • Ride-Along 'Ride-Along' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Alan Orloff has created.
    (2013)
  • Running From the Past Join the adventure in 'Running From the Past' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Alan Orloff.
    (2015)
  • Pray for the Innocent Experience the magic of 'Pray for the Innocent' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2018)
  • I Know Where You Sleep The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'I Know Where You Sleep', another thrilling entry from Alan Orloff.
    (2020)
  • I Play One on TV Experience the magic of 'I Play One on TV' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2021)
  • Driving the Bugmobile In 'Driving the Bugmobile', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

1 books
  • Rent Due The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Rent Due', another thrilling entry from Alan Orloff.
    (2020)

Publication Order of Guns + Tacos Books

1 books
  • Two Tofu Tacos, a Taurus TX22, a Taycan, and a Ton of Trouble Join the adventure in 'Two Tofu Tacos, a Taurus TX22, a Taycan, and a Ton of Trouble' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Guns + Tacos Books series by Alan Orloff.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Anthologies

16 books
  • Shotgun Honey Presents: Locked and Loaded: Volume 3 Experience the magic of 'Shotgun Honey Presents: Locked and Loaded: Volume 3' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2015)
  • Noir at the Salad Bar: Culinary Tales with a Bite Experience the magic of 'Noir at the Salad Bar: Culinary Tales with a Bite' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2017)
  • Malice Domestic 13: Mystery Most Geographical Join the adventure in 'Malice Domestic 13: Mystery Most Geographical' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alan Orloff.
    (2018)
  • Black Cat Mystery Magazine #4 'Black Cat Mystery Magazine #4' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Alan Orloff has created.
    (2019)
  • Seascape: The Best New England Crime Stories 2019 'Seascape: The Best New England Crime Stories 2019' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alan Orloff.
    (2019)
  • The Beat of Black Wings The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Beat of Black Wings', another thrilling entry from Alan Orloff.
    (2020)
  • Mickey Finn Vol 1: 21st Century Noir Join the adventure in 'Mickey Finn Vol 1: 21st Century Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alan Orloff.
    (2020)
  • Masthead In 'Masthead', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2020)
  • Malice Domestic: Mystery Most Diabolical In 'Malice Domestic: Mystery Most Diabolical', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2022)
  • Mickey Finn Vol. 3: 21st Century Noir Join the adventure in 'Mickey Finn Vol. 3: 21st Century Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alan Orloff.
    (2022)
  • Mickey Finn Vol. 4: 21st Century Noir The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Mickey Finn Vol. 4: 21st Century Noir', another thrilling entry from Alan Orloff.
    (2023)
  • Ill Winds and Wild Weather Join the adventure in 'Ill Winds and Wild Weather' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alan Orloff.
    (2024)
  • Scattered, Smothered, Covered & Chunked: Crime Fiction Inspired by Waffle House 'Scattered, Smothered, Covered & Chunked: Crime Fiction Inspired by Waffle House' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alan Orloff.
    (2024)
  • Mickey Finn Vol. 5: 21st Century Noir The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Mickey Finn Vol. 5: 21st Century Noir', another thrilling entry from Alan Orloff.
    (2024)
  • Sleuths Just Wanna Have Fun: Private Eyes in the Materialistic Eighties In 'Sleuths Just Wanna Have Fun: Private Eyes in the Materialistic Eighties', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2025)
  • Cooking Up Death In 'Cooking Up Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Alan Orloff.
    (2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Alan Orloff?

Alan Orloff is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 30 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Last Laff Mystery Books, Publication Order of Mess Hopkins Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Alan Orloff book series to start with?

For readers new to Alan Orloff's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Anthologies series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 16 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Alan Orloff's writing.

Q: How many books has Alan Orloff written?

Alan Orloff has written over 30 books across 6 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.