📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books Best for beginners - Start with "Clammed Up" (2013)
Publication Order of Chief Ruth Murphy Mystery Books Popular choice - Start with "The Death of an Ambitious Woman" (2010)
Publication Order of Jane Darrowfield Books Popular choice - Start with "Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody" (2020)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "Hallowed Out" (2022)

About the Author

Being part of a burgeoning scene of artists and authors from the New England area, Barbara Ross writes with a style that reflects the northeastern coast. You can almost smell the ocean and the clam chowder just from reading the pages of one of her mystery novels. In fact, you can immediately discern the New England influence of her books simply by reading the titles. Mystery novels like Clammed Up and Mussled Out speak volumes about the kind of writing that Ross does. The Maine Clambake Mystery series is what Barbara Ross is best known for. She is the sole author of the series and it marks one of the more successful solo writing ventures Ross has undertaken. The short stories of Barbara Ross can also be read in anthology titles like Best New England Crime Stories 2013: Blood Moon which is. Barbara Ross is the author of over 34 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Barbara Ross has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books

14 books
  • Clammed Up The Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series continues with 'Clammed Up', another thrilling entry from Barbara Ross.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here
  • Boiled Over The Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series continues with 'Boiled Over', another thrilling entry from Barbara Ross.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Musseled Out 'Musseled Out' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series, set in the world Barbara Ross has created.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • Fogged Inn 'Fogged Inn' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series, set in the world Barbara Ross has created.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Nogged Off Experience the magic of 'Nogged Off' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books universe.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Iced Under Experience the magic of 'Iced Under' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books universe.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Stowed Away The Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series continues with 'Stowed Away', another thrilling entry from Barbara Ross.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here
  • Steamed Open In 'Steamed Open', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books saga.
    (2018) ⭐ Start here
  • Sealed Off In 'Sealed Off', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books saga.
    (2019) ⭐ Start here
  • Shucked Apart The Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series continues with 'Shucked Apart', another thrilling entry from Barbara Ross.
    (2021) ⭐ Start here
  • Muddled Through In 'Muddled Through', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books saga.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • Hidden Beneath 'Hidden Beneath' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series, set in the world Barbara Ross has created.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here
  • Scared Off The Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series continues with 'Scared Off', another thrilling entry from Barbara Ross.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here
  • Torn Asunder In 'Torn Asunder', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books saga.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Chief Ruth Murphy Mystery Books

1 books
  • The Death of an Ambitious Woman In 'The Death of an Ambitious Woman', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Chief Ruth Murphy Mystery Books series by Barbara Ross.
    (2010)

Publication Order of Jane Darrowfield Books

2 books
  • Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody Join the adventure in 'Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Jane Darrowfield Books series by Barbara Ross.
    (2020)
  • Jane Darrowfield and the Madwoman Next Door The Publication Order of Jane Darrowfield Books series continues with 'Jane Darrowfield and the Madwoman Next Door', another thrilling entry from Barbara Ross.
    (2021)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

2 books
  • Hallowed Out The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Hallowed Out', another thrilling entry from Barbara Ross.
    (2022)
  • Logged On Experience the magic of 'Logged On' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

1 books
  • Bread Baby In 'Bread Baby', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • Eggnog Murder In 'Eggnog Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Barbara Ross.
    (2016)
  • Yule Log Murder In 'Yule Log Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Barbara Ross.
    (2018)

Publication Order of Anthologies

12 books
  • Seasmoke Experience the magic of 'Seasmoke' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2006)
  • Thin Ice: Crime Stories by New England Writers 'Thin Ice: Crime Stories by New England Writers' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Barbara Ross.
    (2010)
  • Best New England Crime Stories 2012 'Best New England Crime Stories 2012' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Barbara Ross.
    (2011)
  • 25 Years in the Rearview Mirror Join the adventure in '25 Years in the Rearview Mirror' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Barbara Ross.
    (2012)
  • Blood Moon In 'Blood Moon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)
  • Best New England Crime Stories 2014 'Best New England Crime Stories 2014' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Barbara Ross.
    (2013)
  • Someone Wicked 'Someone Wicked' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Barbara Ross has created.
    (2013)
  • Writes of Passage In 'Writes of Passage', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2014)
  • Best New England Crime Stories 2015 'Best New England Crime Stories 2015' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Barbara Ross.
    (2014)
  • Edgar Allan Cozy Experience the magic of 'Edgar Allan Cozy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2016)
  • 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)
  • Irish Coffee Murder In 'Irish Coffee Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Barbara Ross.
    (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Barbara Ross?

Barbara Ross is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 34 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books, Publication Order of Chief Ruth Murphy Mystery Books, Publication Order of Jane Darrowfield Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Barbara Ross book series to start with?

For readers new to Barbara Ross's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Maine Clambake Mystery Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 14 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Barbara Ross's writing.

Q: How many books has Barbara Ross written?

Barbara Ross has written over 34 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.