Emma Lathen
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About the Author
Emma Lathen is the pseudonym that was used by a couple of American authors named Martha Henissart and Mary Jane Latsis for writing mystery and thriller novels. The two were also businesswomen in their professional lives, one working as an economist analyst while the other as an attorney. Mary was born on July 12, 1927 and died on October 29, 1997; while Martha was born in the year 1929. She had received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the Mount Holyoke College in the year 1950, with the subject of physics. The two authors met each other at Harvard as graduate students. Under the pen name of Lathen, they have written a number of mystery books starring the main character of Putnam Thatcher. They have described him as a banker on Wall Street. The pseudonym is developed by using parts of thei. Emma Lathen is the author of over 35 books across 5 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Emma Lathen has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books
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Banking on Death In 'Banking on Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1961) ⭐ Start here
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A Place for Murder In 'A Place for Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1963) ⭐ Start here
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Accounting for Murder In 'Accounting for Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1964) ⭐ Start here
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Murder Makes the Wheels Go 'Round In 'Murder Makes the Wheels Go 'Round', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1966) ⭐ Start here
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Death Shall Overcome In 'Death Shall Overcome', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1966) ⭐ Start here
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Murder Against the Grain In 'Murder Against the Grain', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1967) ⭐ Start here
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A Stitch in Time The Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series continues with 'A Stitch in Time', another thrilling entry from Emma Lathen.(1968) ⭐ Start here
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Come to Dust 'Come to Dust' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series, set in the world Emma Lathen has created.(1968) ⭐ Start here
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When in Greece In 'When in Greece', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books saga.(1969) ⭐ Start here
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Murder To Go In 'Murder To Go', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1969) ⭐ Start here
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Pick Up Sticks In 'Pick Up Sticks', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books saga.(1970) ⭐ Start here
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Ashes to Ashes The Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series continues with 'Ashes to Ashes', another thrilling entry from Emma Lathen.(1971) ⭐ Start here
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The Longer the Thread In 'The Longer the Thread', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books saga.(1971) ⭐ Start here
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Murder Without Icing In 'Murder Without Icing', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1972) ⭐ Start here
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Sweet and Low The Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series continues with 'Sweet and Low', another thrilling entry from Emma Lathen.(1974) ⭐ Start here
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By Hook or by Crook 'By Hook or by Crook' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series, set in the world Emma Lathen has created.(1975) ⭐ Start here
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Double, Double, Oil and Trouble The Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series continues with 'Double, Double, Oil and Trouble', another thrilling entry from Emma Lathen.(1978) ⭐ Start here
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Going for the Gold 'Going for the Gold' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series, set in the world Emma Lathen has created.(1980) ⭐ Start here
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Green Grow the Dollars Join the adventure in 'Green Grow the Dollars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1982) ⭐ Start here
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Something in the Air Experience the magic of 'Something in the Air' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books universe.(1988) ⭐ Start here
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East Is East In 'East Is East', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books saga.(1991) ⭐ Start here
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Right on the Money Join the adventure in 'Right on the Money' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1993) ⭐ Start here
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Brewing Up a Storm In 'Brewing Up a Storm', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books saga.(1996) ⭐ Start here
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A Shark Out of Water 'A Shark Out of Water' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series, set in the world Emma Lathen has created.(1997) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Ben Safford Books
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Murder Sunny Side Up In 'Murder Sunny Side Up', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ben Safford Books series by Emma Lathen.(1968)
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Murder in High Place In 'Murder in High Place', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ben Safford Books series by Emma Lathen.(1970)
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There Is No Justice Experience the magic of 'There Is No Justice' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ben Safford Books universe.(1971)
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Epitaph for a Lobbyist Join the adventure in 'Epitaph for a Lobbyist' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ben Safford Books series by Emma Lathen.(1974)
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Murder Out of Commission In 'Murder Out of Commission', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ben Safford Books series by Emma Lathen.(1976)
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The Attending Physician Experience the magic of 'The Attending Physician' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ben Safford Books universe.(1980)
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Unexpected Developments Experience the magic of 'Unexpected Developments' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ben Safford Books universe.(1983)
Publication Order of Elizabeth Thatcher Books
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Political Murder In 'Political Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Elizabeth Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(1999)
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Dot Com Murder In 'Dot Com Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Elizabeth Thatcher Books series by Emma Lathen.(2016)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
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Whatever Happened to Emma Lathen? In 'Whatever Happened to Emma Lathen?', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(2016)
Publication Order of Anthologies
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Agatha Christie In 'Agatha Christie', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(1977)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Emma Lathen?
Emma Lathen is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 35 books. Popular series include Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books, Publication Order of Ben Safford Books, Publication Order of Elizabeth Thatcher Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Emma Lathen book series to start with?
For readers new to Emma Lathen's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of John Putnam Thatcher Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 24 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Emma Lathen's writing.
Q: How many books has Emma Lathen written?
Emma Lathen has written over 35 books across 5 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.