📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Thin Woman" (1984)
Publication Order of Tessa Fields Books Popular choice - Start with "Down the Garden Path" (1985)
Publication Order of Florence Norris Books Popular choice - Start with "Murder at Mullings" (2014)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "God Save the Queen!" (1997)

About the Author

One of the most famous authors is Dorothy Cannell. Ms. Cannell is a Briton, who comes from Nottingham in England, though she later on moved to the US in ’63. Dorothy Cannell married Julian Cannell in 1965. They then resided in Peoria, Illinois. Dorothy later on moved to the Maine coast, which she has stayed till now. The two have 4 children, Shana, Jason, Racheal and Warren. Shana resides in Missouri, while the other three are in Central Illinois. She also owns the King Charles Spaniel, a tiny dog breed, which she stays with, in the Maine Coast. She has written a number of novels. Some of her novels have been rated among the top in the whole world. She took an English 110 course at the Illinois Central College, which is where she developed her writing aspirations. She was advised by her in. Dorothy Cannell is the author of over 34 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Dorothy Cannell has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books

13 books
  • The Thin Woman In 'The Thin Woman', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books saga.
    (1984) ⭐ Start here
  • The Widow's Club 'The Widow's Club' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series, set in the world Dorothy Cannell has created.
    (1988) ⭐ Start here
  • Mum's the Word 'Mum's the Word' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series, set in the world Dorothy Cannell has created.
    (1990) ⭐ Start here
  • Femmes Fatal In 'Femmes Fatal', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books saga.
    (1992) ⭐ Start here
  • How to Murder Your Mother-In-Law In 'How to Murder Your Mother-In-Law', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (1994) ⭐ Start here
  • How to Murder the Man of Your Dreams In 'How to Murder the Man of Your Dreams', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • The Spring Cleaning Murders In 'The Spring Cleaning Murders', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • The Trouble with Harriet Experience the magic of 'The Trouble with Harriet' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books universe.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • Bridesmaids Revisited Experience the magic of 'Bridesmaids Revisited' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books universe.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • The Importance of Being Ernestine In 'The Importance of Being Ernestine', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books saga.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Withering Heights Join the adventure in 'Withering Heights' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Goodbye, Ms. Chips 'Goodbye, Ms. Chips' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series, set in the world Dorothy Cannell has created.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • She Shoots to Conquer Join the adventure in 'She Shoots to Conquer' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Tessa Fields Books

1 books
  • Down the Garden Path The Publication Order of Tessa Fields Books series continues with 'Down the Garden Path', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Cannell.
    (1985)

Publication Order of Florence Norris Books

3 books
  • Murder at Mullings In 'Murder at Mullings', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Florence Norris Books series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (2014)
  • Death at Dovecote Hatch In 'Death at Dovecote Hatch', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Florence Norris Books series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (2015)
  • Peril in the Parish The Publication Order of Florence Norris Books series continues with 'Peril in the Parish', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Cannell.
    (2022)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

2 books
  • God Save the Queen! The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'God Save the Queen!', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Cannell.
    (1997)
  • Sea Glass Summer Join the adventure in 'Sea Glass Summer' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

1 books
  • The Family Jewels And Other Stories The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'The Family Jewels And Other Stories', another thrilling entry from Dorothy Cannell.
    (2001)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

4 books
  • The High Cost of Living Experience the magic of 'The High Cost of Living' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (1990)
  • The January Sales Stowaway Join the adventure in 'The January Sales Stowaway' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (1991)
  • The Family Jewels In 'The Family Jewels', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (1994)
  • Cupid’s Arrow Experience the magic of 'Cupid’s Arrow' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (1995)

Publication Order of Anthologies

10 books
  • Sisters in Crime 3 'Sisters in Crime 3' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (1990)
  • Christmas Stalkings 'Christmas Stalkings' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Dorothy Cannell has created.
    (1991)
  • 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 Dorothy Cannell.
    (1993)
  • Malice Domestic 3 Join the adventure in 'Malice Domestic 3' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (1994)
  • Funny Bones: 15 New Tales of Murder and Mayhem In 'Funny Bones: 15 New Tales of Murder and Mayhem', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (1997)
  • Naked Came the Farmer 'Naked Came the Farmer' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Dorothy Cannell has created.
    (1998)
  • Crafty Cat Crimes 'Crafty Cat Crimes' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Dorothy Cannell.
    (2000)
  • Malice Domestic 9 'Malice Domestic 9' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Dorothy Cannell has created.
    (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 Dorothy Cannell.
    (2000)
  • The Sunken Sailor 'The Sunken Sailor' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Dorothy Cannell has created.
    (2004)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Dorothy Cannell?

Dorothy Cannell is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 34 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books, Publication Order of Tessa Fields Books, Publication Order of Florence Norris Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Dorothy Cannell book series to start with?

For readers new to Dorothy Cannell's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Ellie Haskell Mystery Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 13 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Dorothy Cannell's writing.

Q: How many books has Dorothy Cannell written?

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