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ⓘ About Donald E. Westlake
Donald Edwin Westlake was a noteworthy American author of the science fiction and crime genre. Being born in the year 1933, Westlake died in the year 2008 at the age of 75 after writing hundreds of novels and nonfiction books. Although the crime and science fiction genres were his specialty, he used to write in other genres as well. Westlake has been awarded the Edgar Award three times in his career. He was also one of the three writers to have won this award in three different categories. He was also bestowed with the highest honor of a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America in the year 1993. Donald Westalke was born in the Brooklyn, New York and was raised in Albany. He was very fond of writing as a teenager and used to pen down anything that would come to his mind. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Donald E. Westlake 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 Donald E. Westlake
Backstage Love
Backstage Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Phil Crawford Books series by Donald E. Westlake.
What Girls Will Do
What Girls Will Do continues the Publication Order of Phil Crawford Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Payback / Point Blank / The Hunter
Payback / Point Blank / The Hunter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
The Steel Hit / The Man With The Getaway Face
The Steel Hit / The Man With The Getaway Face continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Outfit
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with The Outfit, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Mourner
The Mourner continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Score / Killtown
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Score / Killtown as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Parker Books series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
The Jugger
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with The Jugger, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Seventh / The Split
The Seventh / The Split is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
The Handle / Run Lethal
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with The Handle / Run Lethal, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Rare Coin Score
The Rare Coin Score continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Green Eagle Score
The Green Eagle Score continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Black Ice Score
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with The Black Ice Score, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Sour Lemon Score
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with The Sour Lemon Score, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Slayground
Slayground is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Deadly Edge
A gripping mystery unfolds in Deadly Edge as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Parker Books series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
Plunder Squad
Plunder Squad continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Butcher's Moon
Butcher's Moon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Comeback
Comeback continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Backflash
Backflash continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Flashfire / Parker
Flashfire / Parker continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Firebreak
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with Firebreak, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Breakout
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with Breakout, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Nobody Runs Forever
Nobody Runs Forever is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Ask The Parrot
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Books with Ask The Parrot, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Dirty Money
Dirty Money continues the Publication Order of Parker Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Kinds of Love, Kinds of Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Kinds of Love, Kinds of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitch Tobin Books series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
Murder Among Children
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder Among Children as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mitch Tobin Books series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
Wax Apple
Wax Apple is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mitch Tobin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
A Jade In Aries
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mitch Tobin Books with A Jade In Aries, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Don't Lie To Me
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Mitch Tobin Books with Don't Lie To Me, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Damsel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alan Grofield Books with The Damsel, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Dame
The Dame continues the Publication Order of Alan Grofield Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Blackbird
The Blackbird is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alan Grofield Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Lemons Never Lie
Lemons Never Lie continues the Publication Order of Alan Grofield Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Hot Rock
The Hot Rock is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Bank Shot
Bank Shot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Jimmy The Kid
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dortmunder Books with Jimmy The Kid, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Nobody's Perfect
Nobody's Perfect is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Why Me?
Why Me? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Good Behavior
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dortmunder Books with Good Behavior, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Drowned Hopes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dortmunder Books with Drowned Hopes, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Don't Ask
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dortmunder Books with Don't Ask, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
What's The Worst That Could Happen?
What's The Worst That Could Happen? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Bad News
Bad News is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
The Road To Ruin
The Road To Ruin continues the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Thieves' Dozen
Thieves' Dozen continues the Publication Order of Dortmunder Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Watch Your Back!
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dortmunder Books with Watch Your Back!, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
What's So Funny?
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dortmunder Books with What's So Funny?, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Get Real
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Dortmunder Books with Get Real, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
One Of Us Is Wrong
One Of Us Is Wrong is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sam Holt Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
I Know A Trick Worth Two Of That
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sam Holt Books with I Know A Trick Worth Two Of That, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
What I Tell You Three Times Is False
What I Tell You Three Times Is False is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sam Holt Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
The Fourth Dimension Is Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Fourth Dimension Is Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Sam Holt Books series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
Trust Me On This
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sara & Jack Books with Trust Me On This, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Baby, Would I Lie?
Baby, Would I Lie? continues the Publication Order of Sara & Jack Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Sally
Sally is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Man Hungry
Man Hungry continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
All My Lovers
All My Lovers explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Donald E. Westlake.
SO WILLING.
SO WILLING. continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
All about Annette
All about Annette continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Virgin's Summer
Virgin's Summer continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Wife Next Door
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Wife Next Door, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Mercenaries / The Cutie
The Mercenaries / The Cutie continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Passion's Playthings
Passion's Playthings continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Call Me Sinner
Call Me Sinner is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Campus Doll
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Campus Doll, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Brother and Sister
Brother and Sister continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Killing Time
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killing Time as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
Young and Innocent
Young and Innocent is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
361
361 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Strange affair.
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Strange affair., another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Killy
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killy as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
Campus Lovers
Campus Lovers explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Donald E. Westlake.
Pity Him Afterwards
Conflict and courage define Pity Him Afterwards, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Donald E. Westlake that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Fugitive Pigeon
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Fugitive Pigeon, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Busy Body
The Busy Body is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Spy in the Ointment
Spy in the Ointment is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
God Save the Mark
God Save the Mark is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Anarchaos
Anarchaos continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Philip
Philip is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Who stole Sassi Manoon?
Who stole Sassi Manoon? continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Up Your Banners
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Up Your Banners, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Somebody Owes Me Money
Somebody Owes Me Money continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Adios Scheherazade
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Adios Scheherazade, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Comfort Station
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Comfort Station, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Ex Officio
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Ex Officio, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
I Gave at the Office
I Gave at the Office is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Cops and Robbers
Cops and Robbers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Help, I Am Being Held Prisoner
Help, I Am Being Held Prisoner continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Brothers Keepers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Brothers Keepers, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Two Much
Two Much continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dancing Aztecs
Dancing Aztecs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Castle in the Air
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Castle in the Air, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Kahawa
Kahawa is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
A Likely Story
A Likely Story is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
High Adventure
High Adventure is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Humans
Humans is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Smoke
Smoke continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ax
The Ax continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Hook
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Hook, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Scared Stiff
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Scared Stiff, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Put a Lid on It
Put a Lid on It continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Money for Nothing
Money for Nothing continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Memory / The Actor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Memory / The Actor, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Comedy is Finished
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Comedy is Finished, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Forever and a Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Forever and a Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
Call Me a Cab
Call Me a Cab continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Too Many Crooks
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Too Many Crooks, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Curious Facts Preceding My Execution
Curious Facts Preceding My Execution continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Enough
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Enough, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Tomorrow's Crimes
The investigation intensifies in Tomorrow's Crimes, as this installment of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Donald E. Westlake's creation.
A Good Story and Other Stories
A Good Story and Other Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Meteor Strike
Meteor Strike is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Double Feature
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Double Feature, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Getaway Car
The Getaway Car is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
San Francisco Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Francisco Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Seattle Noir
Seattle Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bronx Noir
Bronx Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir
Brooklyn Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hasidic Noir
Hasidic Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Brooklyn Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Chicago Noir
Chicago Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Dublin Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dublin Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Manhattan Noir
Manhattan Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Miami Noir
Miami Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
D.C. Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with D.C. Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Baltimore Noir
Baltimore Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Twin Cities Noir
Twin Cities Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
London Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with London Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
New Orleans Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Los Angeles Noir
Los Angeles Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wall Street Noir
Wall Street Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Havana Noir
Havana Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Detroit Noir
Detroit Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Queens Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Queens Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Toronto Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Toronto Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Las Vegas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Las Vegas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Trinidad Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
D.C. Noir 2
D.C. Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Manhattan Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Manhattan Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Paris Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Paris Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Istanbul Noir
Istanbul Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Boston Noir
Boston Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Rome Noir
Rome Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
San Francisco Noir 2
San Francisco Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Portland Noir
Portland Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Delhi Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Delhi Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Phoenix Noir
Phoenix Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Los Angeles Noir 2
Los Angeles Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Mexico City Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Mexico City Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Richmond Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Richmond Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Orange County Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Orange County Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Indian Country Noir
Indian Country Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Moscow Noir
Moscow Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Lone Star Noir
Lone Star Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Philadelphia Noir
Philadelphia Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Haiti Noir
Haiti Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Copenhagen Noir
Copenhagen Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Pittsburgh Noir
Pittsburgh Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
San Diego Noir
San Diego Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Barcelona Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Barcelona Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Cape Cod Noir
Cape Cod Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Jersey Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Jersey Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Staten Island Noir
Staten Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Mumbai Noir
Mumbai Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Long Island Noir
Long Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Venice Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Venice Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Kingston Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Kingston Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
St. Petersburg Noir
St. Petersburg Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Kansas City Noir
Kansas City Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Boston Noir 2
Boston Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
USA Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with USA Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Manila Noir
Manila Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Buffalo Noir
Buffalo Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dallas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dallas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Haiti Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Haiti Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Singapore Noir
Singapore Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Prison Noir
Prison Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Tel Aviv Noir
Tel Aviv Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Tehran Noir
Tehran Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Belfast Noir
Belfast Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Helsinki Noir
Helsinki Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rio Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Rio Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Providence Noir
Providence Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Chicago Noir: The Classics
Chicago Noir: The Classics continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Memphis Noir
Memphis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Zagreb Noir
Zagreb Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Marseille Noir
Marseille Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Beirut Noir
Beirut Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Orleans Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Stockholm Noir
Stockholm Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Brussels Noir
Brussels Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Mississippi Noir
Mississippi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
St. Louis Noir
St. Louis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Prague Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Prague Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
San Juan Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Juan Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Oakland Noir
Oakland Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Trinidad Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Atlanta Noir
Atlanta Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Haven Noir
New Haven Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Montana Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montana Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Buenos Aires Noir
Buenos Aires Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Montreal Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montreal Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Berlin Noir
Berlin Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
São Paulo Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with São Paulo Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Santa Cruz Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Cruz Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Lagos Noir
Lagos Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Marrakech Noir
Marrakech Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Baghdad Noir
Baghdad Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Vancouver Noir
Vancouver Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Sydney Noir
Sydney Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Hong Kong Noir
Hong Kong Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Amsterdam Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Amsterdam Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Milwaukee Noir
Milwaukee Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Houston Noir
Houston Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nairobi Noir
Nairobi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Columbus Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Columbus Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Santa Fe Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Fe Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Alabama Noir
Alabama Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Berkeley Noir
Berkeley Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Addis Ababa Noir
Addis Ababa Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tampa Bay Noir
Tampa Bay Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Miami Noir: The Classics
Miami Noir: The Classics is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Accra Noir
Accra Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Belgrade Noir
Belgrade Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Palm Springs Noir
Palm Springs Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Paris Noir: The Suburbs
Paris Noir: The Suburbs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Denver Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Denver Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
South Central Noir
South Central Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cleveland Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Cleveland Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
East Jerusalem Noir
East Jerusalem Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
West Jerusalem Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with West Jerusalem Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Honolulu Noir
Honolulu Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Sacramento Noir
Sacramento Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Hamburg Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Hamburg Noir, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Hunter
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Graphic Novels Books with The Hunter, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Outfit
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Graphic Novels Books with The Outfit, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Man with the Getaway Face
The Man with the Getaway Face continues the Publication Order of Parker Graphic Novels Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Richard Stark’s Parker: The Martini Edition
Richard Stark’s Parker: The Martini Edition continues the Publication Order of Parker Graphic Novels Books story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Score
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Parker Graphic Novels Books with The Score, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Slayground
Slayground is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Parker Graphic Novels Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Simply The Best Mysteries, Edgar Award Winners And Front Runners
Conflict and courage define Simply The Best Mysteries, Edgar Award Winners And Front Runners, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Donald E. Westlake that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow...
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow..., another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
Tales to Send Chills Down Your Spine
Tales to Send Chills Down Your Spine continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Alfred Hitchcock's A Choice of Evils
Alfred Hitchcock's A Choice of Evils continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Donald E. Westlake's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fifty Best Mysteries
Fifty Best Mysteries is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Murderous Schemes
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murderous Schemes as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Donald E. Westlake's mastery of suspense.
The Plot Thickens
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Plot Thickens, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
The Mysterious Press Anniversary Anthology: Celebrating 25 Years
The Mysterious Press Anniversary Anthology: Celebrating 25 Years is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Transgressions
Transgressions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Donald E. Westlake have come to expect.
Price of Desire
Price of Desire explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Donald E. Westlake.
Transgressions, Vol. 3
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Transgressions, Vol. 3, another outstanding contribution from Donald E. Westlake.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Donald E. Westlake?
Donald E. Westlake is a bestselling author known for 14 book series containing over 254 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Phil Crawford Books, Publication Order of Parker Books, Publication Order of Mitch Tobin Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Donald E. Westlake series to start with?
For readers new to Donald E. Westlake's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 52 books. Begin with Sally to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Donald E. Westlake written?
Donald E. Westlake has written over 254 books across 14 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Donald E. Westlake books in order?
Yes, reading Donald E. Westlake'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 Donald E. Westlake write in?
Donald E. Westlake writes primarily in fiction. With 14 series across 254 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Donald E. Westlake's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Donald E. Westlake'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 Donald E. Westlake's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Donald E. Westlake's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Sally, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.