📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books Best for beginners - Start with "Caught Dead in Philadelphia" (1987)
Publication Order of Emma Howe & Billie August Books Popular choice - Start with "Time and Trouble" (1998)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "Easy Answers" (1982)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "Old Wives' Tale" (2007)

About the Author

Caught Dead in Philadelphia In the first debut novel, we are introduced to Amanda Pepper, the heroine of this mystery series set in Philadelphia. She is in her early thirties and a teacher at a Philadelphia preparatory school, s school for teens who are academically challenged but with parents who are “capable” of ensuring that their children at least finish high school and at least join any college. Amanda resides in a rented small home with her cute cat named Macavity. None of these tragedies are personal – but according to her mother, the only tragedy that she faces is the fact that she is not married. Her mother and father are safely retired to Boca Raton but not far from the telephone, for her comfort. Additionally, her sister, named Beth is married to the perfect man, had her f. Gillian Roberts is the author of over 30 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Gillian Roberts has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books

14 books
  • Caught Dead in Philadelphia In 'Caught Dead in Philadelphia', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series by Gillian Roberts.
    (1987) ⭐ Start here
  • Philly Stakes 'Philly Stakes' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (1989) ⭐ Start here
  • I'd Rather Be in Philadelphia 'I'd Rather Be in Philadelphia' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (1992) ⭐ Start here
  • With Friends Like These... Experience the magic of 'With Friends Like These...' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books universe.
    (1993) ⭐ Start here
  • How I Spent My Summer Vacation 'How I Spent My Summer Vacation' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (1994) ⭐ Start here
  • In the Dead of Summer In 'In the Dead of Summer', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series by Gillian Roberts.
    (1995) ⭐ Start here
  • The Mummers' Curse The Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series continues with 'The Mummers' Curse', another thrilling entry from Gillian Roberts.
    (1996) ⭐ Start here
  • The Bluest Blood Join the adventure in 'The Bluest Blood' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series by Gillian Roberts.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Adam and Evil In 'Adam and Evil', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books saga.
    (1998) ⭐ Start here
  • Helen Hath No Fury Join the adventure in 'Helen Hath No Fury' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series by Gillian Roberts.
    (2000) ⭐ Start here
  • Claire and Present Danger 'Claire and Present Danger' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (2003) ⭐ Start here
  • Till the End of Tom Join the adventure in 'Till the End of Tom' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series by Gillian Roberts.
    (2004) ⭐ Start here
  • A Hole in Juan 'A Hole in Juan' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (2006) ⭐ Start here
  • All's Well That Ends Join the adventure in 'All's Well That Ends' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series by Gillian Roberts.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Emma Howe & Billie August Books

2 books
  • Time and Trouble 'Time and Trouble' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Emma Howe & Billie August Books series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (1998)
  • Whatever Doesn't Kill You In 'Whatever Doesn't Kill You', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Emma Howe & Billie August Books series by Gillian Roberts.
    (2001)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

4 books
  • Easy Answers 'Easy Answers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (1982)
  • The Silent Partner Join the adventure in 'The Silent Partner' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Gillian Roberts.
    (1985)
  • Mendocino Experience the magic of 'Mendocino' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1988)
  • As Good As It Gets Experience the magic of 'As Good As It Gets' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1992)

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

1 books
  • Old Wives' Tale 'Old Wives' Tale' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (2007)

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

2 books
  • Where's the Harm? In 'Where's the Harm?', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.
    (1999)
  • Murder, She Did In 'Murder, She Did', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Gillian Roberts.
    (2014)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

4 books
  • You Can Write a Mystery The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'You Can Write a Mystery', another thrilling entry from Gillian Roberts.
    (1999)
  • From Cairo to Coffee: A True Story of Betrayal, and Misplaced Trust Experience the magic of 'From Cairo to Coffee: A True Story of Betrayal, and Misplaced Trust' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Prizing Literature: The Celebration and Circulation of National Culture Experience the magic of 'Prizing Literature: The Celebration and Circulation of National Culture' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (2011)
  • Discrepant Parallels: Cultural Implications of the Canada-US Border 'Discrepant Parallels: Cultural Implications of the Canada-US Border' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (2015)

Publication Order of Anthologies

3 books
  • Women of Mystery II 'Women of Mystery II' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Gillian Roberts has created.
    (1994)
  • Once Upon a Crime 'Once Upon a Crime' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gillian Roberts.
    (1998)
  • Mom, Apple Pie and Murder In 'Mom, Apple Pie and Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Gillian Roberts.
    (1999)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Gillian Roberts?

Gillian Roberts is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 30 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books, Publication Order of Emma Howe & Billie August Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Gillian Roberts book series to start with?

For readers new to Gillian Roberts's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Amanda Pepper Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 14 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Gillian Roberts's writing.

Q: How many books has Gillian Roberts written?

Gillian Roberts has written over 30 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.