📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books Best for beginners - Start with "San Francisco Noir" (2002)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "Love Invents Us" (1996)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "Between Here and Here" (2009)
Publication Order of Collections Popular choice - Start with "Come to Me" (1993)

About the Author

Amy has written many pilot scripts (both for network and cable) and wrote, created, and ran the excellent yet short lived “State of Mind” series, which starred Lili Taylor. Amy’s written for the New York Times Magazine, the Atlantic Monthly, the New Yorker, Vogue, Salon, and Slate, as well as many other publications. She has also won a National Magazine Award. Amy’s debut novel, called “Love Invents Us”, was released in the year 1996. Her work is from the literary fiction, historical, and mystery genres. “Love Invents Us” is the first stand alone novel and was released in the year 1996. Amy tells the story of growing up which is funny and sharp, uncompromisingly real and rueful. One chubby girl, named Elizabeth Taube, with her smudged pink harlequin glasses and a bad habit of stealing Heat. Amy Bloom is the author of over 142 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Amy Bloom has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Dell Chandler Mysteries Books

1 books
  • Blunt Instrument In 'Blunt Instrument', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Dell Chandler Mysteries Books saga.
    (2026) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

5 books
  • Love Invents Us 'Love Invents Us' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Amy Bloom.
    (1996)
  • Away The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Away', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2007)
  • Lucky Us 'Lucky Us' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2014)
  • White Houses Join the adventure in 'White Houses' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Amy Bloom.
    (2018)
  • I'll Be Right Here The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'I'll Be Right Here', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

2 books
  • Between Here and Here In 'Between Here and Here', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2009)
  • Flower Girl Join the adventure in 'Flower Girl' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Amy Bloom.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Collections

4 books
  • Come to Me 'Come to Me' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (1993)
  • A Blind Man Can See How Much I Love You 'A Blind Man Can See How Much I Love You' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Collections series by Amy Bloom.
    (2000)
  • Where the God of Love Hangs Out 'Where the God of Love Hangs Out' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Collections series by Amy Bloom.
    (2009)
  • Rowing to Eden 'Rowing to Eden' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

2 books
  • Normal Experience the magic of 'Normal' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2002)
  • In Love 'In Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books

121 books
  • San Francisco Noir 'San Francisco Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2002)
  • Seattle Noir Experience the magic of 'Seattle Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2003)
  • Bronx Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Bronx Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2003)
  • Brooklyn Noir Join the adventure in 'Brooklyn Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2004)
  • Hasidic Noir In 'Hasidic Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2004)
  • Brooklyn Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Brooklyn Noir 2', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2005)
  • Chicago Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Chicago Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2005)
  • Dublin Noir Experience the magic of 'Dublin Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2005)
  • Manhattan Noir Experience the magic of 'Manhattan Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2006)
  • Miami Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Miami Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2006)
  • D.C. Noir In 'D.C. Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2006)
  • Baltimore Noir Join the adventure in 'Baltimore Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2006)
  • Twin Cities Noir 'Twin Cities Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2006)
  • London Noir Join the adventure in 'London Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2006)
  • New Orleans Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'New Orleans Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2007)
  • Los Angeles Noir 'Los Angeles Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2007)
  • Wall Street Noir 'Wall Street Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2007)
  • Havana Noir Join the adventure in 'Havana Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2007)
  • Detroit Noir Join the adventure in 'Detroit Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2007)
  • Queens Noir 'Queens Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2008)
  • Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth In 'Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Toronto Noir 'Toronto Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2008)
  • Las Vegas Noir In 'Las Vegas Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Trinidad Noir 'Trinidad Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2008)
  • D.C. Noir 2 Join the adventure in 'D.C. Noir 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2008)
  • Manhattan Noir 2 In 'Manhattan Noir 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Paris Noir 'Paris Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2008)
  • Istanbul Noir In 'Istanbul Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Boston Noir Experience the magic of 'Boston Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2009)
  • Rome Noir 'Rome Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2009)
  • San Francisco Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'San Francisco Noir 2', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2009)
  • Portland Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Portland Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2009)
  • Delhi Noir In 'Delhi Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2009)
  • Phoenix Noir In 'Phoenix Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2009)
  • Los Angeles Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Los Angeles Noir 2', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2010)
  • Mexico City Noir Experience the magic of 'Mexico City Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Richmond Noir Join the adventure in 'Richmond Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2010)
  • Orange County Noir Join the adventure in 'Orange County Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2010)
  • Indian Country Noir In 'Indian Country Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Moscow Noir In 'Moscow Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Lone Star Noir Experience the magic of 'Lone Star Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Philadelphia Noir In 'Philadelphia Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Haiti Noir In 'Haiti Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Copenhagen Noir Join the adventure in 'Copenhagen Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2010)
  • Pittsburgh Noir In 'Pittsburgh Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2011)
  • San Diego Noir Join the adventure in 'San Diego Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2011)
  • Barcelona Noir 'Barcelona Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2011)
  • Cape Cod Noir 'Cape Cod Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2011)
  • New Jersey Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'New Jersey Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2011)
  • Staten Island Noir Experience the magic of 'Staten Island Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2012)
  • Mumbai Noir Join the adventure in 'Mumbai Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2012)
  • Long Island Noir 'Long Island Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2012)
  • Venice Noir Join the adventure in 'Venice Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2012)
  • Kingston Noir Experience the magic of 'Kingston Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2012)
  • St. Petersburg Noir Join the adventure in 'St. Petersburg Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2012)
  • Kansas City Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Kansas City Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2012)
  • Boston Noir 2 Join the adventure in 'Boston Noir 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2012)
  • USA Noir 'USA Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2013)
  • Manila Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Manila Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2013)
  • Buffalo Noir 'Buffalo Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2013)
  • Dallas Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Dallas Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2013)
  • Haiti Noir 2 In 'Haiti Noir 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2013)
  • Singapore Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Singapore Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2014)
  • Prison Noir 'Prison Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2014)
  • Tel Aviv Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Tel Aviv Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2014)
  • Tehran Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Tehran Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2014)
  • Belfast Noir Experience the magic of 'Belfast Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2014)
  • Helsinki Noir Join the adventure in 'Helsinki Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2014)
  • Rio Noir 'Rio Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2014)
  • Providence Noir In 'Providence Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2015)
  • Chicago Noir: The Classics Join the adventure in 'Chicago Noir: The Classics' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2015)
  • Memphis Noir Experience the magic of 'Memphis Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2015)
  • Zagreb Noir Join the adventure in 'Zagreb Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2015)
  • Marseille Noir Experience the magic of 'Marseille Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2015)
  • Beirut Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Beirut Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2015)
  • New Orleans Noir: The Classics 'New Orleans Noir: The Classics' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2016)
  • Stockholm Noir Experience the magic of 'Stockholm Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2016)
  • Brussels Noir Join the adventure in 'Brussels Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2016)
  • Mississippi Noir Join the adventure in 'Mississippi Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2016)
  • St. Louis Noir Join the adventure in 'St. Louis Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2016)
  • Prague Noir Join the adventure in 'Prague Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2016)
  • San Juan Noir Experience the magic of 'San Juan Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2016)
  • Oakland Noir 'Oakland Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2017)
  • Trinidad Noir: The Classics The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Trinidad Noir: The Classics', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2017)
  • Atlanta Noir 'Atlanta Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2017)
  • New Haven Noir Join the adventure in 'New Haven Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2017)
  • Montana Noir In 'Montana Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2017)
  • Buenos Aires Noir Join the adventure in 'Buenos Aires Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2017)
  • Montreal Noir 'Montreal Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2017)
  • Berlin Noir Experience the magic of 'Berlin Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2018)
  • São Paulo Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'São Paulo Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2018)
  • Santa Cruz Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Santa Cruz Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2018)
  • Lagos Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Lagos Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2018)
  • Marrakech Noir In 'Marrakech Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Baghdad Noir In 'Baghdad Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Vancouver Noir Experience the magic of 'Vancouver Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2018)
  • Sydney Noir In 'Sydney Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Hong Kong Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Hong Kong Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2018)
  • Amsterdam Noir Join the adventure in 'Amsterdam Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2019)
  • Milwaukee Noir Experience the magic of 'Milwaukee Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2019)
  • Houston Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Houston Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2019)
  • Nairobi Noir 'Nairobi Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2020)
  • Columbus Noir Experience the magic of 'Columbus Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2020)
  • Santa Fe Noir In 'Santa Fe Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Alabama Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Alabama Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2020)
  • Berkeley Noir In 'Berkeley Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Addis Ababa Noir Join the adventure in 'Addis Ababa Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2020)
  • Tampa Bay Noir Join the adventure in 'Tampa Bay Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2020)
  • Miami Noir: The Classics In 'Miami Noir: The Classics', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Accra Noir In 'Accra Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Belgrade Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Belgrade Noir', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2020)
  • Palm Springs Noir In 'Palm Springs Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2021)
  • Paris Noir: The Suburbs Join the adventure in 'Paris Noir: The Suburbs' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2022)
  • Denver Noir Join the adventure in 'Denver Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2022)
  • South Central Noir In 'South Central Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2022)
  • Cleveland Noir In 'Cleveland Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2023)
  • East Jerusalem Noir Join the adventure in 'East Jerusalem Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2023)
  • West Jerusalem Noir 'West Jerusalem Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (2023)
  • Honolulu Noir Experience the magic of 'Honolulu Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2024)
  • Sacramento Noir Join the adventure in 'Sacramento Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by Amy Bloom.
    (2025)
  • Hamburg Noir In 'Hamburg Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Anthologies

7 books
  • The Best American Short Stories 1991 Experience the magic of 'The Best American Short Stories 1991' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1991)
  • The Scribner Anthology of Contemporary Short Fiction 'The Scribner Anthology of Contemporary Short Fiction' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Amy Bloom has created.
    (1999)
  • The Good Parts Experience the magic of 'The Good Parts' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2000)
  • It's a Girl: Women Writers on Raising Daughters The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'It's a Girl: Women Writers on Raising Daughters', another thrilling entry from Amy Bloom.
    (2006)
  • After In 'After', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2007)
  • The Sea of Azov In 'The Sea of Azov', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2009)
  • The Letter Q In 'The Letter Q', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Amy Bloom?

Amy Bloom is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 142 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dell Chandler Mysteries Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Amy Bloom book series to start with?

For readers new to Amy Bloom's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 121 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Amy Bloom's writing.

Q: How many books has Amy Bloom written?

Amy Bloom has written over 142 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.