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Cynthia Baxter

Bestselling Author • 8 Series • 58 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books
Start with: The Banana Split Affair (1984)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe Mystery Books
Start with: Murder with a Cherry on Top (2018)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Bubble Gum Gang Mysteries Books
Start with: There's No Such Thing as a Haunted House (1991)

About Cynthia Baxter

Cynthia Baxter is one of the highly successful and noteworthy authors from America, who likes to write her novels based on the mystery, horror, romance, thriller, young adult, and women’s fiction genres. She is particularly well known for writing down popular novel series, including the Reigning Cats and Dogs Mysteries, Pratt Twain series, etc. Author Baxter began her writing career by writing romantic, teen, horror, and women’s fiction books under the pseudonym of Cynthia Blair. Other than being a popular novelist, Baxter has also written for a number of famous magazines and newspapers. She has also taught the art of writing at the Hofstra University. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series, Cynthia Baxter 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 Cynthia Baxter

Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books
13 books 1984–1991
1

The Banana Split Affair

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books with The Banana Split Affair, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1984
2

The Hot Fudge Sunday Affair

The Hot Fudge Sunday Affair continues the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
3

Strawberry Summer

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books with Strawberry Summer, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1986
4

The Pumpkin Principle

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books with The Pumpkin Principle, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1986
5

Marshmallow Masquerade

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books with Marshmallow Masquerade, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1987
6

The Candy Cane Caper

The Candy Cane Caper is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1987
7

The Pink Lemonade Charade

The Pink Lemonade Charade continues the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
8

The Double-Dip Disguise

The Double-Dip Disguise is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1988
9

The Popcorn Project

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books with The Popcorn Project, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1989
10

The Apple Pie Adventure

The Apple Pie Adventure is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1989
11

The Jelly Bean Scheme

The Jelly Bean Scheme continues the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
12

The Lollipop Plot

The Lollipop Plot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1990
13

The Coconut Connection

The Coconut Connection is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1991
Publication Order of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe Mystery Books
4 books 2018–2020
1

Murder with a Cherry on Top

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder with a Cherry on Top as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe Mystery Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2018
2

Hot Fudge Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Hot Fudge Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe Mystery Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2019
3

Last Licks

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe Mystery Books with Last Licks, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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2019
4

Game of Cones

Game of Cones continues the Publication Order of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe Mystery Books story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
Publication Order of Bubble Gum Gang Mysteries Books
4 books 1991–1994
1

There's No Such Thing as a Haunted House

There's No Such Thing as a Haunted House is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Bubble Gum Gang Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1991
2

Chocolate Is My Middle Name

Chocolate Is My Middle Name is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Bubble Gum Gang Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1992
3

Warning: Baby-Sitting May Be Hazardous to Your Health

Conflict and courage define Warning: Baby-Sitting May Be Hazardous to Your Health, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Bubble Gum Gang Mysteries Books series by Cynthia Baxter that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1993
4

Buried Treasure... In My Own Attic

Buried Treasure... In My Own Attic continues the Publication Order of Bubble Gum Gang Mysteries Books story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
Publication Order of Dark Moon Legacy Books
3 books 1993–1993
1

The Curse

The Curse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Moon Legacy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1993
2

The Seduction

The Seduction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Moon Legacy Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1993
3

The Rebellion

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dark Moon Legacy Books with The Rebellion, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1993
Publication Order of Nightmares Books
2 books 1993–1993
1

The Trap

The Trap is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nightmares Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1993
2

The Beast

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Nightmares Books with The Beast, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1993
Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books
9 books 2004–2010
1

Dead Canaries Don't Sing

A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Canaries Don't Sing as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2004
2

Putting On The Dog

Putting On The Dog continues the Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
3

Lead a Horse to Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Lead a Horse to Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2005
4

Hare Today, Dead Tomorrow

A gripping mystery unfolds in Hare Today, Dead Tomorrow as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2006
5

Right from the Gecko

Right from the Gecko is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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2007
6

Who's Kitten Who?

Who's Kitten Who? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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2007
7

Monkey See, Monkey Die

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books with Monkey See, Monkey Die, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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2008
8

Murder Had a Little Lamb

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Had a Little Lamb as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2009
9

Crossing the Lion

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Reigning Cats & Dogs Mystery Books with Crossing the Lion, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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2010
Publication Order of Murder Packs A Suitcase Mysteries Books
2 books 2008–2009
1

Murder Packs a Suitcase

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Packs a Suitcase as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Murder Packs A Suitcase Mysteries Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2008
2

Too Rich and Too Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Too Rich and Too Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Murder Packs A Suitcase Mysteries Books series showcases Cynthia Baxter's mastery of suspense.

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2009
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
21 books 1981–2011
1

Once There Was a Fat Girl

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Once There Was a Fat Girl, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1981
2

Lovers Choice

Lovers Choice explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Cynthia Baxter.

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1981
3

Forever Rainbows

Forever Rainbows is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1982
4

Commitment

Commitment continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1982
5

Beautiful Dreamer

Beautiful Dreamer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1983
6

Battle Scars

Conflict and courage define Battle Scars, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Cynthia Baxter that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1983
7

Just Married

Just Married is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1984
8

All Our Secrets

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with All Our Secrets, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1985
9

Starstruck

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Starstruck, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1986
10

Freedom to Dream

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Freedom to Dream, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1987
11

Three of Us

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Three of Us, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1987
12

Crazy in Love

Crazy in Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Cynthia Baxter.

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1988
13

Summer House

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Summer House, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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1989
14

Close to Home

Close to Home is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1990
15

Going Solo

Going Solo is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1991
16

A Summer in Paris

A Summer in Paris is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1992
17

Temptation

Temptation is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Cynthia Baxter have come to expect.

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1993
18

Molly and the Great American Family

Molly and the Great American Family continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
19

Alaska Adventure

Alaska Adventure continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
20

Once More with Feeling

Once More with Feeling continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Cynthia Baxter's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
21

The Housesitter

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Housesitter, another outstanding contribution from Cynthia Baxter.

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2011

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Cynthia Baxter?

Cynthia Baxter is a bestselling author known for 8 book series containing over 58 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books, Publication Order of Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe Mystery Books, Publication Order of Bubble Gum Gang Mysteries Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Cynthia Baxter series to start with?

For readers new to Cynthia Baxter's work, the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 13 books. Begin with The Banana Split Affair to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Cynthia Baxter written?

Cynthia Baxter has written over 58 books across 8 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Cynthia Baxter books in order?

Yes, reading Cynthia Baxter'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 Cynthia Baxter write in?

Cynthia Baxter writes primarily in fiction. With 8 series across 58 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Cynthia Baxter's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Cynthia Baxter'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 Cynthia Baxter's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Cynthia Baxter's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Pratt Twins Books series. The first book, The Banana Split Affair, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.