About Gerald Verner
About Gerald Verner Gerald Verner, one of the many pen names used by John Robert Stuart Pringle, was a notable British writer of thrilling fiction. Under this name, he created more than 120 novels that captivated readers around the world, with his works being translated into over 35 languages. Besides Gerald Verner, he also wrote under several other pen names, including Thane Leslie, Derwent Steele, Donald Stuart, and Nigel Vane. Verner had a remarkable talent for creating memorable characters and protagonists. These characters were often well-developed and relatable, drawing readers into their adventures. His protagonists faced incredible odds and exciting challenges, making each story a roller-coaster ride of suspense and action. This knack for character creation was one of the reasons h
Publication Order of Felix Heron Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Tudor Garden Mystery(1966)
- Dead Secret(1967)
Publication Order of Michael Dene Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Seven Clues(1936)
- The Heel Of Achilles(1945)
Publication Order of Paul Rivington Books
3 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Con Man(1934)
- White Wig(1935)
- The Frightened Man(1937)
Publication Order of Peter Chard Books
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- Thirsty Evil(1945)
- They Walk in Darkness(1947)
Publication Order of Robert Budd Mystery Books
30 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Cleverness of Mr. Budd(1935)
- Midnight Murder(1935)
- The Grim Joker(1936)
- The Jockey(1937)
- The Return of Mr. Budd(1938)
- The Silver Horseshoe(1938)
- The Witches Moon(1938)
- The Football Pool Murders / The Coupon Crimes(1939)
- The Huntsman(1940)
- Mr. Budd Investigates(1940)
- The House of the Goat(1940)
- Crooked Circle(1945)
- The Twelve Apostles(1946)
- The Seven Lamps(1947)
- The Royal Flush Murders(1948)
Chronological Order of Robert Budd Mystery Books
30 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Grim Joker(1936)
- The Jockey(1937)
- The Silver Horseshoe(1938)
- The Witches Moon(1938)
- The Football Pool Murders / The Coupon Crimes(1939)
- The Huntsman(1940)
- The Twelve Apostles(1946)
- The Seven Lamps(1947)
- The Royal Flush Murders(1948)
- The Tipster(1949)
- The Whispering Woman(1949)
- Mr. Midnight(1953)
- The Nursery Rhyme Murders(1960)
- The Last Warning(1962)
- Murder in Manuscript(1963)
Publication Order of Simon Gale Books
3 books in seriesPublication Order
- Noose for a Lady(1952)
- Sorcerer's House(1956)
- The Snark was a Boojum(2017)
Publication Order of Trevor Lowe Books
11 books in seriesPublication Order
- The Phantom Hollow(1933)
- The Hangman(1934)
- The Lady of Doom(1934)
- The Next To Die(1934)
- Terror Tower(1935)
- The Watcher(1936)
- The Three Gnomes(1937)
- The Token(1937)
- The Clue of the Green Candle(1938)
- The River House Mystery(1938)
- Death Set in Diamonds(1965)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
31 books in seriesPublication Order
- Alias The Ghost(1933)
- The Black Hunchback(1933)
- Black Skull(1933)
- The Death Play(1933)
- The Embankment Murder(1933)
- The White Friar(1934)
- The Squealer(1934)
- Queer Face(1935)
- The Hand Of Fear(1936)
- The River Men(1936)
- The Ghost Man(1936)
- The Glass Arrow(1937)
- The Angel(1939)
- The Nightmare Murders(1940)
- Mr. Whipple Explains(1940)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
2 books in seriesPublication Order
- Sinister House & Other Stories(1934)
- The Chained Man and Other Stories(2014)
Publication Order of Vintage Crime Library Books
6 books in seriesPublication Order
- Mr. Budd Novelettes Stories of Crime and Detection Volume One : Vintage Crime Library(2023)
- Mr Budd Novelettes Stories of Crime and Detection Volume 2 andNew Title(2023)
- Mr Budd NovelettesVolume 3(2024)
- Mr Budd NovelettesVolume 4(2024)
- Mr Budd NovelettesVolume 5(2024)
- Mr Budd Novelettes Volume 6 - Stories of Crime and Detection(2024)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gerald Verner?
Gerald Verner is a bestselling author known for 11 book series. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide with compelling characters and intricate plots.
What is the best Gerald Verner book series to start with?
We recommend starting with Publication Order of Felix Heron Books as it is one of the most popular and longest-running series by this author.
How many books has Gerald Verner written?
Gerald Verner has written over 122 books across 11 different series, making them one of the most prolific authors in their genre.