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Eric Wright

Bestselling Author • 9 Series • 27 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books
Start with: The Night the Gods Smiled (1983)
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Publication Order of Mel Pickett Books
Start with: Buried in Stone (1996)
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Publication Order of Lucy Trimble Brenner Books
Start with: Death of a Sunday Writer (1996)

About Eric Wright

Eric Wright was one of the popular authors of the Canadian descent. He was mainly famous for writing all his books based on the mystery and thriller genre. Apart from being a writer, he was also a professor in Canada. Author Wright was born on May 4, 1929, and died on October 9, 2015 at the age of 86. He was actually born in the town of Kenington Park Road, located in South London, England. His parents were Joseph Wright and Caroline. There were a total of 10 siblings in author Wright’s family and that is one of the reasons why the family remained poor during most of his childhood days. Wright grew up in Lambeth and then shifted to Canada in the year 1951 in order to search for better work and even better standard of living. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series, Eric Wright 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 Eric Wright

Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books
11 books 1983–2001
1

The Night the Gods Smiled

The Night the Gods Smiled is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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1983
2

Smoke Detector

Smoke Detector continues the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books story arc with Eric Wright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1984
3

Death in the Old Country

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death in the Old Country as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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1985
4

A Single Death / The Man Who Changed His Name

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Single Death / The Man Who Changed His Name as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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1986
5

A Body Surrounded by Water

A Body Surrounded by Water is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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1987
6

A Question of Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Question of Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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1988
7

A Sensitive Case

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books with A Sensitive Case, another outstanding contribution from Eric Wright.

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1990
8

Final Cut

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books with Final Cut, another outstanding contribution from Eric Wright.

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1991
9

A Fine Italian Hand

A Fine Italian Hand is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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1992
10

Death by Degrees

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death by Degrees as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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1993
11

The Last Hand

The Last Hand is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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2001
Publication Order of Mel Pickett Books
2 books 1996–2001
1

Buried in Stone

Buried in Stone is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mel Pickett Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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1996
2

Death of a Hired Man

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death of a Hired Man as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Mel Pickett Books series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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2001
Publication Order of Lucy Trimble Brenner Books
2 books 1996–1999
1

Death of a Sunday Writer

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death of a Sunday Writer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lucy Trimble Brenner Books series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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1996
2

Death on the Rocks

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death on the Rocks as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Lucy Trimble Brenner Books series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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1999
Publication Order of Joe Barley Books
3 books 2000–2010
1

The Kidnapping of Rosie Dawn

The Kidnapping of Rosie Dawn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Barley Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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2000
2

The Hemingway Caper

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Joe Barley Books with The Hemingway Caper, another outstanding contribution from Eric Wright.

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2003
3

A Likely Story

A Likely Story is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joe Barley Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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2010
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
4 books 1994–2016
1

Moodie's Tale

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Moodie's Tale, another outstanding contribution from Eric Wright.

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1994
2

Finding Home

Finding Home continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eric Wright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
3

Dempsey's Lodge

Dempsey's Lodge continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Eric Wright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
4

The Land Mine

The Land Mine is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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2016
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2013–2013
1

The Adventures of Buford T. Johnson

The Adventures of Buford T. Johnson is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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2013
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
1 books 2003–2003
1

A Killing Climate

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Killing Climate as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series showcases Eric Wright's mastery of suspense.

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2003
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
1 books 1999–1999
1

Always Give a Penny to a Blind Man

Always Give a Penny to a Blind Man is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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1999
Publication Order of Anthologies
2 books 1991–1992
1

A Suit of Diamonds

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with A Suit of Diamonds, another outstanding contribution from Eric Wright.

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1991
2

Criminal Shorts

Criminal Shorts is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Eric Wright have come to expect.

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1992

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eric Wright?

Eric Wright is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 27 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books, Publication Order of Mel Pickett Books, Publication Order of Lucy Trimble Brenner Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Eric Wright series to start with?

For readers new to Eric Wright's work, the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 11 books. Begin with The Night the Gods Smiled to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Eric Wright written?

Eric Wright has written over 27 books across 9 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Eric Wright books in order?

Yes, reading Eric Wright'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 Eric Wright write in?

Eric Wright writes primarily in fiction. With 9 series across 27 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Eric Wright's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Eric Wright'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 Eric Wright's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Eric Wright's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Charlie Salter Books series. The first book, The Night the Gods Smiled, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.