📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Anthologies Best for beginners - Start with "Third Annual Collection" (1989)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "The Indifference of Heaven" (2000)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections Popular choice - Start with "Things Left Behind" (1997)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "Fear in a Handful of Dust" (2004)

About the Author

Gary A. Braunbeck is one of the prolific American authors who has written a number of highly successful novels based on the fantasy, horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Other than this, he also likes to write thrillers and mainstream literature. Till now, he has written a total of 19 books, of which all the fiction books have been translated into multiple foreign languages such as Russian, Japanese, Italian, German, and French. More than 200 short stories written by author Braunbeck have appeared in numerous publications throughout the country. The most famous stories written by him are in form of mysteries which appear in the anthology series of Cat Crimes. Author Braunbeck was born in 1960 in Newark, Ohio, The United States. He has used his home city as the set up of the fictiti. Gary A. Braunbeck is the author of over 89 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Anthologies series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Gary A. Braunbeck has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Ceder Hill Books

5 books
  • In Silent Graves Join the adventure in 'In Silent Graves' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ceder Hill Books series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • Keepers 'Keepers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ceder Hill Books series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here
  • Mr. Hands The Publication Order of Ceder Hill Books series continues with 'Mr. Hands', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Coffin County The Publication Order of Ceder Hill Books series continues with 'Coffin County', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • Far Dark Fields Experience the magic of 'Far Dark Fields' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Ceder Hill Books universe.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

4 books
  • The Indifference of Heaven Join the adventure in 'The Indifference of Heaven' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2000)
  • The Flesh Unknown Join the adventure in 'The Flesh Unknown' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2001)
  • In the Midnight Museum The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'In the Midnight Museum', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2005)
  • Prodigal Blues 'Prodigal Blues' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2006)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

10 books
  • Things Left Behind 'Things Left Behind' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (1997)
  • Escaping Purgatory The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Escaping Purgatory', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2001)
  • From Beneath These Fields of Blood Experience the magic of 'From Beneath These Fields of Blood' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.
    (2002)
  • Graveyard People Join the adventure in 'Graveyard People' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2003)
  • X3 Join the adventure in 'X3' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2003)
  • Home Before Dark 'Home Before Dark' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2005)
  • Destinations Unknown 'Destinations Unknown' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2006)
  • Cages and Those Who Hold the Keys 'Cages and Those Who Hold the Keys' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2011)
  • Rose of Sharon and Other Stories 'Rose of Sharon and Other Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2013)
  • Halfway Down The Stairs Join the adventure in 'Halfway Down The Stairs' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

2 books
  • Fear in a Handful of Dust In 'Fear in a Handful of Dust', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2004)
  • To Each Their Darkness In 'To Each Their Darkness', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2010)

Publication Order of Dark Matter Books

1 books
  • In Hollow Houses Experience the magic of 'In Hollow Houses' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Dark Matter Books universe.
    (2000)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

6 books
  • Duty Experience the magic of 'Duty' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2003)
  • Just out of Reach Experience the magic of 'Just out of Reach' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2004)
  • We Now Pause for Station Identification Experience the magic of 'We Now Pause for Station Identification' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (2005)
  • Afterward, There Will Be a Hallway In 'Afterward, There Will Be a Hallway', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2007)
  • The Great Pity 'The Great Pity' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2013)
  • Paper Cuts 'Paper Cuts' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Anthologies

61 books
  • Third Annual Collection The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Third Annual Collection', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (1989)
  • Once Upon a Crime 'Once Upon a Crime' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (1998)
  • Eleventh Annual Collection Experience the magic of 'Eleventh Annual Collection' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1998)
  • The Best American Mystery Stories 1999 Join the adventure in 'The Best American Mystery Stories 1999' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (1999)
  • Civil War Fantastic 'Civil War Fantastic' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2000)
  • October Dreams 'October Dreams' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2000)
  • Trick or Treat 'Trick or Treat' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2001)
  • The Further Adventures of Xena: Warrior Princess In 'The Further Adventures of Xena: Warrior Princess', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2001)
  • Lighthouse Hauntings The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Lighthouse Hauntings', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2002)
  • Vivisections Join the adventure in 'Vivisections' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2003)
  • Shivers II 'Shivers II' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2003)
  • Corpse Blossoms In 'Corpse Blossoms', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2005)
  • Shadow Regions Join the adventure in 'Shadow Regions' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2006)
  • Dark Delicacies II: Fear Join the adventure in 'Dark Delicacies II: Fear' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2007)
  • Five Strokes to Midnight Join the adventure in 'Five Strokes to Midnight' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2008)
  • The Beast Within In 'The Beast Within', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2008)
  • Legends of the Mountain State 2 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Legends of the Mountain State 2', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2008)
  • Horror Library, Volume 3 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Horror Library, Volume 3', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2008)
  • The Best of Cemetery Dance II 'The Best of Cemetery Dance II' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2008)
  • Mighty Unclean In 'Mighty Unclean', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2009)
  • Hellbound Hearts 'Hellbound Hearts' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2009)
  • The World Is Dead In 'The World Is Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2009)
  • Return to Mariabronn Join the adventure in 'Return to Mariabronn' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2010)
  • Legends Of The Mountain State 4 In 'Legends Of The Mountain State 4', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2010)
  • Haunted Legends Join the adventure in 'Haunted Legends' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2010)
  • Darkness on the Edge: Tales Inspired by the Songs of Bruce Springsteen Join the adventure in 'Darkness on the Edge: Tales Inspired by the Songs of Bruce Springsteen' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2010)
  • The Living Dead 2 In 'The Living Dead 2', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2010)
  • Hint Fiction Join the adventure in 'Hint Fiction' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2010)
  • The Shadow of the Unknown Join the adventure in 'The Shadow of the Unknown' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2011)
  • The Devil's Coattails 'The Devil's Coattails' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2012)
  • Shadow Show: All-New Stories in Celebration of Ray Bradbury Join the adventure in 'Shadow Show: All-New Stories in Celebration of Ray Bradbury' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2012)
  • Appalachian Undead In 'Appalachian Undead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2012)
  • Chiral Mad 'Chiral Mad' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2012)
  • Fear the Abyss Join the adventure in 'Fear the Abyss' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2012)
  • Dueling Minds The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Dueling Minds', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Vampires Don't Sparkle! The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Vampires Don't Sparkle!', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Barbers & Beauties The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Barbers & Beauties', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Eulogies II The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Eulogies II', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Tales of Jack the Ripper Experience the magic of 'Tales of Jack the Ripper' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2013)
  • Enter at Your Own Risk: Dark Muses, Spoken Silences The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Enter at Your Own Risk: Dark Muses, Spoken Silences', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Fear the Reaper Join the adventure in 'Fear the Reaper' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Mister October, Volume I: An Anthology in Memory of Rick Hautala Join the adventure in 'Mister October, Volume I: An Anthology in Memory of Rick Hautala' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Chiral Mad 2 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Chiral Mad 2', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Jamais Vu Join the adventure in 'Jamais Vu' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2013)
  • Dark Discoveries - Issue #26 'Dark Discoveries - Issue #26' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2014)
  • Piercing the Darkness In 'Piercing the Darkness', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2014)
  • Qualia Nous The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Qualia Nous', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2014)
  • Limbus, Inc. - Book II Join the adventure in 'Limbus, Inc. - Book II' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2014)
  • Far Voyager: A Postcripts Anthology 32/33 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Far Voyager: A Postcripts Anthology 32/33', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2014)
  • Out of Tune Experience the magic of 'Out of Tune' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2014)
  • Shadows Over Main Street The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Shadows Over Main Street', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2015)
  • The Library of the Dead In 'The Library of the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2015)
  • Weirdbook 31 In 'Weirdbook 31', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2015)
  • Seize the Night 'Seize the Night' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2015)
  • Twice Upon an Apocalypse: Lovecraftian Fairy Tales 'Twice Upon an Apocalypse: Lovecraftian Fairy Tales' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2017)
  • Shadows Over Main Street Volume 2 In 'Shadows Over Main Street Volume 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2017)
  • You, Human 'You, Human' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2018)
  • Carnival of Horror 'Carnival of Horror' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2018)
  • Chiral Mad 4 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Chiral Mad 4', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2018)
  • Don’t Turn Out the Lights The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Don’t Turn Out the Lights', another thrilling entry from Gary A. Braunbeck.
    (2020)
  • Chiral Mad 5 'Chiral Mad 5' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gary A. Braunbeck has created.
    (2022)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Gary A. Braunbeck?

Gary A. Braunbeck is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 89 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Ceder Hill Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Story Collections. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Gary A. Braunbeck book series to start with?

For readers new to Gary A. Braunbeck's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Anthologies series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 61 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Gary A. Braunbeck's writing.

Q: How many books has Gary A. Braunbeck written?

Gary A. Braunbeck has written over 89 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.