Bill Pronzini

15 Book Series
267 Total Books

📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Snatch" (1971)
Publication Order of Nameless Detective Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "Booktaker" (2011)
Publication Order of Nameless Detective Collections Popular choice - Start with "Casefile" (1983)
Publication Order of John Quincannon Books Popular choice - Start with "Quincannon" (1985)

About the Author

Bill Pronzini is a well known American author who likes to write his novels based on the Mystery and Thriller genres. He was born on April 13, 1943 in Petaluma, California in the United States. He was an avid reader right from his childhood days and was fascinated by his grandfather’s mystery and science fiction digest at the age of 12. After that he used to frequently purchase second hand pulp magazines from the bookstores in San Francisco and seemed intrigued by their stories. In a few years, Bill was able to collect around 3000 pulp magazines. When he completed his studies at the junior college, Bill began working as a newsstand clerk, sports reporter, car-park attendant, plumbing supply salesman, office typist, and a warehouseman. Bill also served as a part time civilian guard fo. Bill Pronzini is the author of over 267 books across 15 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Bill Pronzini has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books

40 books
  • The Snatch Join the adventure in 'The Snatch' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1971) ⭐ Start here
  • The Vanished The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'The Vanished', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1973) ⭐ Start here
  • Undercurrent In 'Undercurrent', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (1973) ⭐ Start here
  • Blowback Join the adventure in 'Blowback' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1977) ⭐ Start here
  • Twospot Experience the magic of 'Twospot' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books universe.
    (1978) ⭐ Start here
  • Labyrinth Join the adventure in 'Labyrinth' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1980) ⭐ Start here
  • Hoodwink Experience the magic of 'Hoodwink' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books universe.
    (1981) ⭐ Start here
  • Scattershot In 'Scattershot', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (1982) ⭐ Start here
  • Dragonfire Epic fantasy awaits in 'Dragonfire', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1982) ⭐ Start here
  • Bindlestiff The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Bindlestiff', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1983) ⭐ Start here
  • Quicksilver In 'Quicksilver', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (1984) ⭐ Start here
  • Nightshades The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Nightshades', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1984) ⭐ Start here
  • Bones The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Bones', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1985) ⭐ Start here
  • Deadfall In 'Deadfall', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1986) ⭐ Start here
  • Shackles Experience the magic of 'Shackles' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books universe.
    (1989) ⭐ Start here
  • Jackpot Experience the magic of 'Jackpot' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books universe.
    (1990) ⭐ Start here
  • Breakdown 'Breakdown' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1991) ⭐ Start here
  • Quarry The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Quarry', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1991) ⭐ Start here
  • Epitaphs The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Epitaphs', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1992) ⭐ Start here
  • Demons 'Demons' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1993) ⭐ Start here
  • Hardcase Experience the magic of 'Hardcase' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books universe.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • Sentinels In 'Sentinels', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (1996) ⭐ Start here
  • Illusions The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Illusions', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1997) ⭐ Start here
  • Boobytrap The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Boobytrap', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Crazybone The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Crazybone', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • Bleeders 'Bleeders' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • Spook The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Spook', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Nightcrawlers 'Nightcrawlers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here
  • Mourners In 'Mourners', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • Savages In 'Savages', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Fever Join the adventure in 'Fever' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Schemers The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Schemers', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here
  • Betrayers 'Betrayers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2010) ⭐ Start here
  • Camouflage The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Camouflage', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here
  • Hellbox The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Hellbox', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2012) ⭐ Start here
  • Nemesis In 'Nemesis', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here
  • Strangers Experience the magic of 'Strangers' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books universe.
    (2014) ⭐ Start here
  • Vixen The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books series continues with 'Vixen', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • Zigzag Experience the magic of 'Zigzag' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books universe.
    (2016) ⭐ Start here
  • Endgame In 'Endgame', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books saga.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Nameless Detective Short Stories/Novellas

3 books
  • Booktaker In 'Booktaker', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2011)
  • Kinsmen 'Kinsmen' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2012)
  • Femme Experience the magic of 'Femme' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Nameless Detective Collections

3 books
  • Casefile Join the adventure in 'Casefile' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Nameless Detective Collections series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1983)
  • Spadework The Publication Order of Nameless Detective Collections series continues with 'Spadework', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1994)
  • Scenarios Experience the magic of 'Scenarios' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Nameless Detective Collections universe.
    (2003)

Publication Order of John Quincannon Books

3 books
  • Quincannon Join the adventure in 'Quincannon' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of John Quincannon Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • Beyond the Grave 'Beyond the Grave' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of John Quincannon Books series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1986)
  • Quincannon's Game The Publication Order of John Quincannon Books series continues with 'Quincannon's Game', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2005)

Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books

9 books
  • The Bughouse Affair In 'The Bughouse Affair', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books saga.
    (2013)
  • The Spook Lights Affair In 'The Spook Lights Affair', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books saga.
    (2013)
  • The Body Snatchers Affair In 'The Body Snatchers Affair', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books saga.
    (2015)
  • The Plague of Thieves Affair Experience the magic of 'The Plague of Thieves Affair' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books universe.
    (2016)
  • The Dangerous Ladies Affair Join the adventure in 'The Dangerous Ladies Affair' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2017)
  • The Bags of Tricks Affair Join the adventure in 'The Bags of Tricks Affair' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2018)
  • The Flimflam Affair Join the adventure in 'The Flimflam Affair' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2019)
  • The Stolen Gold Affair Experience the magic of 'The Stolen Gold Affair' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books universe.
    (2020)
  • The Paradise Affair In 'The Paradise Affair', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Mystery Books saga.
    (2021)

Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Collections

2 books
  • Carpenter & Quincannon, Professional Detective Services 'Carpenter & Quincannon, Professional Detective Services' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Collections series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1998)
  • Quincannon's Game The Publication Order of Carpenter and Quincannon Collections series continues with 'Quincannon's Game', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2005)

Publication Order of Charlie Chan Books

1 books
  • Charlie Chan in The Pawns of Death In 'Charlie Chan in The Pawns of Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Charlie Chan Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1974)

Publication Order of Academy Mystery Books

2 books
  • Police Procedurals 'Police Procedurals' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Academy Mystery Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • Locked Room Puzzles 'Locked Room Puzzles' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Academy Mystery Books series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1986)

Publication Order of Oxman and Tobin Mysteries Books

1 books
  • The Eye The Publication Order of Oxman and Tobin Mysteries Books series continues with 'The Eye', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1984)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

38 books
  • The Stalker In 'The Stalker', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1971)
  • Panic! Join the adventure in 'Panic!' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1972)
  • The Jade Figurine Experience the magic of 'The Jade Figurine' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1972)
  • Snowbound The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Snowbound', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1974)
  • Dead Run In 'Dead Run', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1975)
  • Games In 'Games', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1976)
  • The Running of Beasts In 'The Running of Beasts', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1976)
  • Freebooty 'Freebooty' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1976)
  • Acts of Mercy Experience the magic of 'Acts of Mercy' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1977)
  • Wildfire The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Wildfire', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1978)
  • A killing in Xanadu In 'A killing in Xanadu', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1980)
  • Prose Bowl Join the adventure in 'Prose Bowl' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1980)
  • Duel at Gold Buttes 'Duel at Gold Buttes' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1981)
  • The Cambodia File 'The Cambodia File' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1981)
  • Masques Join the adventure in 'Masques' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1981)
  • Border Fever In 'Border Fever', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1983)
  • Day of the Moon Join the adventure in 'Day of the Moon' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1983)
  • The Gallows Land In 'The Gallows Land', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1983)
  • Starvation Camp Join the adventure in 'Starvation Camp' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • The Last Days of Horse-Shy Halloran The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Last Days of Horse-Shy Halloran', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1987)
  • Firewind In 'Firewind', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1989)
  • The Hangings 'The Hangings' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1989)
  • Carmody's Run The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Carmody's Run', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1993)
  • With an Extreme Burning Experience the magic of 'With an Extreme Burning' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1994)
  • Blue Lonesome 'Blue Lonesome' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1995)
  • A Wasteland of Strangers The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'A Wasteland of Strangers', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1997)
  • Nothing But the Night The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Nothing But the Night', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1999)
  • All the Long Years 'All the Long Years' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2001)
  • In an Evil Time 'In an Evil Time' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2001)
  • Step to the Graveyard Easy The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Step to the Graveyard Easy', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2002)
  • The Alias Man The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Alias Man', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2004)
  • The Crimes of Jordan Wise 'The Crimes of Jordan Wise' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2006)
  • The Other Side of Silence The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Other Side of Silence', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2008)
  • The Hidden Experience the magic of 'The Hidden' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2010)
  • Night Freight Join the adventure in 'Night Freight' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2012)
  • The Violated Join the adventure in 'The Violated' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2017)
  • Give-A-Damn Jones The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Give-A-Damn Jones', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2018)
  • The Peaceful Valley Crime Wave 'The Peaceful Valley Crime Wave' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2019)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

8 books
  • Cat’s Paw In 'Cat’s Paw', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (1983)
  • Incident in a Neighborhood Tavern In 'Incident in a Neighborhood Tavern', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (1988)
  • Here Comes Santa Claus Experience the magic of 'Here Comes Santa Claus' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (1989)
  • Home Is The Place Where 'Home Is The Place Where' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1995)
  • The Big Bite Join the adventure in 'The Big Bite' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2000)
  • Devil's Brew 'Devil's Brew' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2006)
  • Pumpkin The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Pumpkin', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2012)
  • Wishful Thinking In 'Wishful Thinking', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

13 books
  • The Best Western Stories of Steve Frazee 'The Best Western Stories of Steve Frazee' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1984)
  • Graveyard Plots The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Graveyard Plots', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • Small Felonies Join the adventure in 'Small Felonies' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1988)
  • The Best Western Stories of Bill Pronzini In 'The Best Western Stories of Bill Pronzini', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.
    (1990)
  • Stacked Deck The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Stacked Deck', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1991)
  • Sleuths 'Sleuths' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1999)
  • Problems Solved In 'Problems Solved', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.
    (2003)
  • Burgade's Crossing The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Burgade's Crossing', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2003)
  • Coyote and Quarter-Moon 'Coyote and Quarter-Moon' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2006)
  • Dago Red 'Dago Red' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2008)
  • Small Felonies 2 'Small Felonies 2' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (2022)
  • Cream of the Crop Experience the magic of 'Cream of the Crop' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.
    (2024)
  • The Hanging Man & Other Western Stories In 'The Hanging Man & Other Western Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.
    (2024)

Publication Order of New Frontiers Collection Books

1 books
  • New Frontiers, Vol. 1 In 'New Frontiers, Vol. 1', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of New Frontiers Collection Books saga.
    (1990)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

5 books
  • Gun in Cheek Experience the magic of 'Gun in Cheek' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1982)
  • San Francisco In 'San Francisco', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (1985)
  • 1001 Midnights The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with '1001 Midnights', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1986)
  • Son of Gun in Cheek Join the adventure in 'Son of Gun in Cheek' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1987)
  • Six Gun In Cheek Join the adventure in 'Six Gun In Cheek' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1997)

Publication Order of Anthologies

138 books
  • Wondermakers 2 In 'Wondermakers 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1974)
  • Future Corruption Join the adventure in 'Future Corruption' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1975)
  • Arena: Sports Science Fiction 'Arena: Sports Science Fiction' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1976)
  • Mystery Writers' Choice 1977 Experience the magic of 'Mystery Writers' Choice 1977' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1976)
  • Midnight Specials Join the adventure in 'Midnight Specials' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1977)
  • Dark Sins, Dark Dreams In 'Dark Sins, Dark Dreams', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1979)
  • Werewolf! Experience the magic of 'Werewolf!' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1979)
  • The End of Summer Experience the magic of 'The End of Summer' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1979)
  • Night Screams Experience the magic of 'Night Screams' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1979)
  • Shared Tomorrows Join the adventure in 'Shared Tomorrows' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1979)
  • Chrysalis 5 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Chrysalis 5', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1979)
  • Chrysalis 6 In 'Chrysalis 6', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1980)
  • Voodoo In 'Voodoo', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1980)
  • Mummy! 'Mummy!' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1980)
  • The Edgar Winners The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Edgar Winners', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1980)
  • Other Worlds Volume 2 In 'Other Worlds Volume 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1980)
  • The Arbor House Treasury of Horror and the Supernatural 'The Arbor House Treasury of Horror and the Supernatural' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1981)
  • 100 Malicious Little Mysteries The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with '100 Malicious Little Mysteries', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1981)
  • Great Tales of Mystery and Suspense In 'Great Tales of Mystery and Suspense', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1981)
  • Classic Tales of Horror and the Supernatural Experience the magic of 'Classic Tales of Horror and the Supernatural' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1981)
  • The Arbor House Necropolis The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Arbor House Necropolis', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1981)
  • The Giant Book Of Horror Stories 'The Giant Book Of Horror Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1981)
  • The Arbor House Treasury of Mystery and Suspense In 'The Arbor House Treasury of Mystery and Suspense', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1982)
  • Alfred Hitchcock's Borrowers of the Night The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Alfred Hitchcock's Borrowers of the Night', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1983)
  • The Web She Weaves Join the adventure in 'The Web She Weaves' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1983)
  • The Arbor House Treasury of Detective and Mystery Stories from the Great Pulps 'The Arbor House Treasury of Detective and Mystery Stories from the Great Pulps' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1983)
  • Baker's Dozen 'Baker's Dozen' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1984)
  • The Western Hall of Fame In 'The Western Hall of Fame', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1984)
  • Child's Ploy The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Child's Ploy', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1984)
  • The Outlaws Join the adventure in 'The Outlaws' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1984)
  • The Reel West In 'The Reel West', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1984)
  • Witches' Brew 'Witches' Brew' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1984)
  • 13 Short Mystery Novels The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with '13 Short Mystery Novels', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1984)
  • The Eyes Have It In 'The Eyes Have It', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1984)
  • The Mystery Hall of Fame The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Mystery Hall of Fame', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1984)
  • Chapter and Hearse 'Chapter and Hearse' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1985)
  • The Cowboys 'The Cowboys' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1985)
  • The Arbor House Treasury of Great Western Stories Join the adventure in 'The Arbor House Treasury of Great Western Stories' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • Dark Lessons 'Dark Lessons' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1985)
  • She Won the West Experience the magic of 'She Won the West' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1985)
  • The Warriors Join the adventure in 'The Warriors' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • Deadly Arts In 'Deadly Arts', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • The Second Reel West 'The Second Reel West' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1985)
  • Murder in the First Reel In 'Murder in the First Reel', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • Wickedest Show on Earth 'Wickedest Show on Earth' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1985)
  • Shadows 8 'Shadows 8' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1985)
  • Police Procedurals 'Police Procedurals' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • The Ethnic Detectives 'The Ethnic Detectives' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1985)
  • Halloween Horrors The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Halloween Horrors', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1986)
  • Tales of Mystery Join the adventure in 'Tales of Mystery' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1986)
  • Mammoth Book of Short Crime Novels 'Mammoth Book of Short Crime Novels' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1986)
  • Tales of the Dead In 'Tales of the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1986)
  • The Cattlemen Experience the magic of 'The Cattlemen' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1986)
  • The Railroaders 'The Railroaders' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1986)
  • Mean Streets 'Mean Streets' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1986)
  • The Steamboaters In 'The Steamboaters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1986)
  • Great Modern Police Stories 'Great Modern Police Stories' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1986)
  • The Third Reel West Experience the magic of 'The Third Reel West' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1986)
  • Mystery in the Mainstream In 'Mystery in the Mainstream', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1986)
  • 101 Mystery Stories Experience the magic of '101 Mystery Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1986)
  • Wild Westerns The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Wild Westerns', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1986)
  • Prime Suspects The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Prime Suspects', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1987)
  • The Horse Soldiers In 'The Horse Soldiers', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1987)
  • Uncollected Crimes 'Uncollected Crimes' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1987)
  • Suspicious Characters Experience the magic of 'Suspicious Characters' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1987)
  • Manhattan Mysteries 'Manhattan Mysteries' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1987)
  • 13 Short Detective Novels '13 Short Detective Novels' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1987)
  • The Gunfighters The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Gunfighters', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1987)
  • Lady on the Case In 'Lady on the Case', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1988)
  • Cloak and Dagger Experience the magic of 'Cloak and Dagger' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1988)
  • The Texans Experience the magic of 'The Texans' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1988)
  • Best of the West 'Best of the West' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1988)
  • The Mammoth Book of Private Eye Stories Experience the magic of 'The Mammoth Book of Private Eye Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1988)
  • Homicidal Acts In 'Homicidal Acts', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1988)
  • Criminal Elements In 'Criminal Elements', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1988)
  • The Second Black Lizard Anthology of Crime Fiction 'The Second Black Lizard Anthology of Crime Fiction' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1988)
  • Mammoth Book of World War II Stories Join the adventure in 'Mammoth Book of World War II Stories' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1989)
  • Kill or Cure In 'Kill or Cure', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1989)
  • The Californians The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Californians', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1989)
  • Felonious Assaults 'Felonious Assaults' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1989)
  • The Arizonans In 'The Arizonans', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1989)
  • More Wild Westerns Experience the magic of 'More Wild Westerns' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1989)
  • Deadly Doings In 'Deadly Doings', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1989)
  • Mistletoe Mysteries The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Mistletoe Mysteries', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1989)
  • The Northwesterners In 'The Northwesterners', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1990)
  • Crime and Crime Again 'Crime and Crime Again' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1990)
  • The Northerners Experience the magic of 'The Northerners' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1990)
  • Best of the West 2 Experience the magic of 'Best of the West 2' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1990)
  • Best of the West III Join the adventure in 'Best of the West III' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1990)
  • Christmas Out West Experience the magic of 'Christmas Out West' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1990)
  • 100 Great Detectives, Or, the Detective Directory '100 Great Detectives, Or, the Detective Directory' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1991)
  • A Treasury of World War II Stories In 'A Treasury of World War II Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1991)
  • A Treasury of Civil War Stories Join the adventure in 'A Treasury of Civil War Stories' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1991)
  • The Montanans In 'The Montanans', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1991)
  • Combat! The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Combat!', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1992)
  • The Best Western Stories of Ed Gorman Experience the magic of 'The Best Western Stories of Ed Gorman' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1992)
  • The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1992 'The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1992' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1993)
  • 100 Dastardly Little Detective Stories '100 Dastardly Little Detective Stories' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1993)
  • 100 Hair-Raising Little Horror Stories The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with '100 Hair-Raising Little Horror Stories', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1993)
  • Dark Crimes 2 'Dark Crimes 2' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1993)
  • Criminal Intent In 'Criminal Intent', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1993)
  • The Fine Art of Murder: The Mystery Reader's Indispensable Companion In 'The Fine Art of Murder: The Mystery Reader's Indispensable Companion', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1993)
  • Great Tales of the West In 'Great Tales of the West', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1994)
  • The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1993 'The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1993' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1994)
  • Great Tales of Horror and the Supernatural Experience the magic of 'Great Tales of Horror and the Supernatural' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1994)
  • Hardboiled In 'Hardboiled', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1995)
  • Torture Trek and Eleven Other Action-Packed Stories of the Wild West Experience the magic of 'Torture Trek and Eleven Other Action-Packed Stories of the Wild West' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1995)
  • First Cases, Volume 1 'First Cases, Volume 1' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1996)
  • 100 Astounding Little Alien Stories '100 Astounding Little Alien Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1996)
  • The Mammoth Book of Short Spy Novels 'The Mammoth Book of Short Spy Novels' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1996)
  • Gunfight! Experience the magic of 'Gunfight!' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1996)
  • The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1995 'The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1995' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1996)
  • A Century of Mystery The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'A Century of Mystery', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1997)
  • The Giant Book of War Stories 'The Giant Book of War Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1997)
  • Giant Book of Short Crime Stories 'Giant Book of Short Crime Stories' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1997)
  • Detective Duos 'Detective Duos' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1997)
  • The Giant Book of Private Eye Stories The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Giant Book of Private Eye Stories', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1997)
  • The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1997 'The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1997' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (1998)
  • Pure Pulp In 'Pure Pulp', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1999)
  • The Best of the American West II 'The Best of the American West II' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Bill Pronzini has created.
    (1999)
  • Irreconcilable Differences The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Irreconcilable Differences', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (1999)
  • Crafty Cat Crimes 'Crafty Cat Crimes' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2000)
  • The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 1 'The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 1' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2000)
  • Oddments Experience the magic of 'Oddments' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2000)
  • The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 2 'The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 2' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2000)
  • A Century of Great Suspense Stories In 'A Century of Great Suspense Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2001)
  • More Oddments Join the adventure in 'More Oddments' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2001)
  • Most Wanted The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Most Wanted', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2002)
  • The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 3 'The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 3' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2002)
  • The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 4 'The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 4' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2003)
  • San Francisco Noir 2 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'San Francisco Noir 2', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2009)
  • Masters of Horror and the Supernatural In 'Masters of Horror and the Supernatural', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2010)
  • Beat to a Pulp: Round 2 In 'Beat to a Pulp: Round 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2012)
  • The Interrogator and Other Criminally Good Fiction The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Interrogator and Other Criminally Good Fiction', another thrilling entry from Bill Pronzini.
    (2012)
  • Shivers VII Experience the magic of 'Shivers VII' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2013)
  • Coast to Coast: Murder from Sea to Shining Sea In 'Coast to Coast: Murder from Sea to Shining Sea', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2015)
  • Deadly Anniversaries In 'Deadly Anniversaries', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2020)
  • Bullets and Other Hurting Things: A Tribute to Bill Crider Join the adventure in 'Bullets and Other Hurting Things: A Tribute to Bill Crider' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Bill Pronzini.
    (2021)

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Q: Who is Bill Pronzini?

Bill Pronzini is a bestselling author known for 15 book series containing over 267 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Nameless Detective Books, Publication Order of Nameless Detective Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Nameless Detective Collections. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

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Bill Pronzini has written over 267 books across 15 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.

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