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ⓘ About C.J. Box
On 2001, he published Open Season under G. P. Putnam’s Sons, immediately capturing the interests of critics and readers alike. The novel got him three prizes, namely Anthony Award, the Gumshoe Award, the Macavity Award, and the Barry Award for the Best Debut Novel of the year and was nominated for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. The same novel was also a New York Times Notable Book. Inspired by the success of this first novel, Box decided to continue the book’s story as a series and devote his life to writing. He followed Open Season with Savage Run, published on 2002, continuing with Winterkill (2003), Trophy Hun (2004), Out of Range (2005), In Plain Sight (2006), and Free Fire (2007) 2008 was a big year for Box’s life and career. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series, C.J. Box has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by C.J. Box
Open Season
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with Open Season, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Savage Run
Savage Run continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Winterkill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Winterkill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series showcases C.J. Box's mastery of suspense.
Trophy Hunt
Trophy Hunt continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Out of Range
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with Out of Range, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
In Plain Sight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with In Plain Sight, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Free Fire
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with Free Fire, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Blood Trail
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Trail as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series showcases C.J. Box's mastery of suspense.
Below Zero
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with Below Zero, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Nowhere to Run
Nowhere to Run continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cold Wind
Cold Wind continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Force of Nature
Force of Nature continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Breaking Point
Breaking Point continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Stone Cold
Stone Cold continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Endangered
Endangered is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Off the Grid
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with Off the Grid, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Vicious Circle
Vicious Circle continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Disappeared
The Disappeared is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Wolf Pack
Wolf Pack is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Long Range
Long Range is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Dark Sky
Dark Sky is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Shadows Reel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with Shadows Reel, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Storm Watch
Storm Watch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Three-Inch Teeth
Three-Inch Teeth continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Battle Mountain
Conflict and courage define Battle Mountain, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series by C.J. Box that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Crossroads
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books with The Crossroads, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Dull Knife
Dull Knife continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Short Stories/Novellas story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Master Falconer
The Master Falconer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
One-Car Bridge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Pickett Short Stories/Novellas with One-Car Bridge, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Pirates of Yellowstone
Pirates of Yellowstone is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Precious Cargo
Precious Cargo is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Shots Fired: Stories from Joe Pickett Country
Shots Fired: Stories from Joe Pickett Country continues the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Collections story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Back of Beyond
Back of Beyond continues the Publication Order of The Hoyt/Dewell Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Highway
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Hoyt/Dewell Books with The Highway, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Badlands
Badlands is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Hoyt/Dewell Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley continues the Publication Order of The Hoyt/Dewell Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bitterroots
The Bitterroots is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Hoyt/Dewell Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Treasure State
Treasure State continues the Publication Order of The Hoyt/Dewell Books story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Blue Heaven
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Blue Heaven, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Three Weeks to Say Goodbye
Three Weeks to Say Goodbye continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Pronghorns of the Third Reich
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Pronghorns of the Third Reich, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
The End of Jim and Ezra
The End of Jim and Ezra continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Everyday is a Good Day on the River
Everyday is a Good Day on the River is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Pronghorns of the Third Reich
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bibliomysteries Books with Pronghorns of the Third Reich, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Pronghorns of the Third Reich
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Bibliomysteries Books with Pronghorns of the Third Reich, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Joe Pickett
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mysterious Profiles Books with Joe Pickett, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
The Best American Mystery Stories 2006
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Best American Mystery Stories 2006, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense
A gripping mystery unfolds in Once Upon a Crime: An Anthology of Murder, Mayhem and Suspense as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases C.J. Box's mastery of suspense.
Hook, Line & Sinister
Hook, Line & Sinister continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mysterious Writers: The Many Facets of Mystery Writing
Mysterious Writers: The Many Facets of Mystery Writing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Inherit the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Inherit the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases C.J. Box's mastery of suspense.
The Highway Kind
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Highway Kind, another outstanding contribution from C.J. Box.
The Best American Mystery Stories 2017
The Best American Mystery Stories 2017 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of C.J. Box have come to expect.
Birds of Prey: The Harlan Coben Challenge
Birds of Prey: The Harlan Coben Challenge continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with C.J. Box's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Killin’ Time in San Diego: Bouchercon Anthology 2023
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killin’ Time in San Diego: Bouchercon Anthology 2023 as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases C.J. Box's mastery of suspense.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is C.J. Box?
C.J. Box is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 55 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books, Publication Order of Joe Pickett Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Joe Pickett Collections. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best C.J. Box series to start with?
For readers new to C.J. Box's work, the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 26 books. Begin with Open Season to start from the very beginning.
How many books has C.J. Box written?
C.J. Box has written over 55 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read C.J. Box books in order?
Yes, reading C.J. Box's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does C.J. Box write in?
C.J. Box writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 55 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are C.J. Box's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of C.J. Box's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is C.J. Box's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, C.J. Box's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Joe Pickett Books series. The first book, Open Season, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.