📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Poisoned Chocolates Case" (1929)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "The Wintringham Mystery: Cicely Disappears" (1926)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "Great Short Stories of Detection, Mystery and Horror" (1931)

About the Author

Anthony Berkeley was a mystery writer and the founder of the Detection Club, one of the most recognized fiction innovators. He also wrote under the pseudonym Francis Iles, and wrote over twenty mystery stories in his lifetime. Anthony is also known to be the first writer to predict the evolution of psychological crime stories. The Roger Sheringham series is among Anthony’s most recognized works. The Layton Court Mystery The Layton Court Mystery is the first book in the Roger Sheringham Cases series. The series starts with a party where Alexander Grierson and Roger Sheringham are among the guests. Both of these men did not know the host well, but what they see is an outgoing man who is having a lot of fun. Things turn tragic when the host, a man of great wealth, turns up dead. How doe. Anthony Berkeley is the author of over 26 books across 4 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Anthony Berkeley has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books

11 books
  • The Layton Court Mystery In 'The Layton Court Mystery', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books saga.
    (1925) ⭐ Start here
  • The Wychford Poisoning Case The Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books series continues with 'The Wychford Poisoning Case', another thrilling entry from Anthony Berkeley.
    (1926) ⭐ Start here
  • Roger Sheringham and the Vane Mystery Experience the magic of 'Roger Sheringham and the Vane Mystery' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books universe.
    (1927) ⭐ Start here
  • The Silk Stocking Murders In 'The Silk Stocking Murders', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1928) ⭐ Start here
  • The Poisoned Chocolates Case In 'The Poisoned Chocolates Case', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books saga.
    (1929) ⭐ Start here
  • The Second Shot The Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books series continues with 'The Second Shot', another thrilling entry from Anthony Berkeley.
    (1930) ⭐ Start here
  • Top Storey Murder In 'Top Storey Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1931) ⭐ Start here
  • Murder in the Basement In 'Murder in the Basement', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1932) ⭐ Start here
  • Dead Mrs. Stratton / Jumping Jenny In 'Dead Mrs. Stratton / Jumping Jenny', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1933) ⭐ Start here
  • Panic Party Experience the magic of 'Panic Party' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books universe.
    (1934) ⭐ Start here
  • The Avenging Chance and Other Mysteries from Roger Sheringham's Casebook Experience the magic of 'The Avenging Chance and Other Mysteries from Roger Sheringham's Casebook' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Roger Sheringham Cases Books universe.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

7 books
  • The Wintringham Mystery: Cicely Disappears The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Wintringham Mystery: Cicely Disappears', another thrilling entry from Anthony Berkeley.
    (1926)
  • Mr Priestley's Problem The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Mr Priestley's Problem', another thrilling entry from Anthony Berkeley.
    (1927)
  • The Piccadilly Murder In 'The Piccadilly Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1929)
  • Jumping Jenny In 'Jumping Jenny', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1933)
  • Not to Be Taken 'Not to Be Taken' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Anthony Berkeley has created.
    (1937)
  • Trial and Error 'Trial and Error' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Anthony Berkeley has created.
    (1937)
  • Death in the House In 'Death in the House', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1939)

Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books

1 books
  • The Poisoned Chocolates Case In 'The Poisoned Chocolates Case', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books saga.
    (1929)

Publication Order of Anthologies

7 books
  • Great Short Stories of Detection, Mystery and Horror Join the adventure in 'Great Short Stories of Detection, Mystery and Horror' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1931)
  • Ask a Policeman 'Ask a Policeman' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (1933)
  • Six Against the Yard Experience the magic of 'Six Against the Yard' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1937)
  • The Scoop and Behind the Screen Experience the magic of 'The Scoop and Behind the Screen' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1983)
  • Bodies from the Library In 'Bodies from the Library', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2019)
  • Murder Takes a Holiday In 'Murder Takes a Holiday', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (2021)
  • Murder Under the Sun In 'Murder Under the Sun', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Anthony Berkeley.
    (2024)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Anthony Berkeley?

Anthony Berkeley is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 26 books. Popular series include Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Anthony Berkeley book series to start with?

For readers new to Anthony Berkeley's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of British Library Crime Classics Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 1 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Anthony Berkeley's writing.

Q: How many books has Anthony Berkeley written?

Anthony Berkeley has written over 26 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.