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ⓘ About Gregg Olsen
He has written many novels based on the life of noted American criminals. Olsen was born on March 5, 1959 in Seattle, Washington. He has received many awards and acclaim for his works. His book ‘The Deep Dark: Disaster and Redemption’, was selected as the “Idaho Book of the Year” in 2006 by the Libraries Association of Idaho. He was also a finalist for a Spur Award by the Western Writers of America for the best contemporary historical nonfiction book in the year 2007. One of his books was also selected by the Boise State University as a part of the syllabus for freshmen. Another book Starvation Heights was selected by the Washington Secretary of State for its annual literary program as a means for contributing towards the culture of the state. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books series, Gregg Olsen 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 Gregg Olsen
Snow Creek
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books with Snow Creek, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Water's Edge
Water's Edge continues the Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Silent Ridge / Dark Falls
Silent Ridge / Dark Falls is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Vanishing Point / Stillwater Island
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books with Vanishing Point / Stillwater Island, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Cougar Point
Cougar Point is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Final Victim
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books with Final Victim, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
A Cold Dark Place
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Emily Kenyon Books with A Cold Dark Place, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Heart of Ice
Heart of Ice explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Emily Kenyon Books series by Gregg Olsen.
The Sound of Rain
The Sound of Rain is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nicole Foster Thriller Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
The Weight of Silence
The Weight of Silence is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nicole Foster Thriller Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
The Stranger and the World's Bravest Little Girl
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Notorious USA, Oregon Books with The Stranger and the World's Bravest Little Girl, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
The Boy Who Fired The First Shot
The Boy Who Fired The First Shot continues the Publication Order of Notorious USA, Oregon Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Girl and the Horrors of Howard Avenue
Conflict and courage define The Girl and the Horrors of Howard Avenue, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Notorious USA, Oregon Books series by Gregg Olsen that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Beneath Her Skin / Envy
Beneath Her Skin / Envy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Port Gamble Chronicles / Empty Coffin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Dying to Be Her / Betrayal
Dying to Be Her / Betrayal is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Port Gamble Chronicles / Empty Coffin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
The Girl on the Run / Run
The Girl on the Run / Run is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Vengeance Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Girls on Film
Girls on Film continues the Publication Order of Vengeance Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Boy She Left Behind
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Vengeance Books with The Boy She Left Behind, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Victim Six
Victim Six is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Waterman and Stark Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Closer than Blood
A gripping mystery unfolds in Closer than Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Waterman and Stark Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
The Bone Box
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Waterman and Stark Books with The Bone Box, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
The Girl in the Woods
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Waterman and Stark Books with The Girl in the Woods, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Now That She's Gone
Now That She's Gone is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Waterman and Stark Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Just Try To Stop Me
Just Try To Stop Me continues the Publication Order of Waterman and Stark Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bone Box
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Waterman and Stark Books with The Bone Box, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Victim Six
Victim Six is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Waterman and Stark Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Closer than Blood
A gripping mystery unfolds in Closer than Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Chronological Order of Waterman and Stark Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
The Girl in the Woods
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Waterman and Stark Books with The Girl in the Woods, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Now That She's Gone
Now That She's Gone is an essential installment in the Chronological Order of Waterman and Stark Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Just Try To Stop Me
Just Try To Stop Me continues the Chronological Order of Waterman and Stark Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Abandoned Prayers
Abandoned Prayers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Bitter Almonds
Bitter Almonds continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cruel Deception / Mockingbird
Cruel Deception / Mockingbird continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Starvation Heights
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Starvation Heights, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
The Confessions of an American Black Widow / Bitch on Wheels
The Confessions of an American Black Widow / Bitch on Wheels continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
If Loving You Is Wrong
If Loving You Is Wrong is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
The Deep Dark
The Deep Dark is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
A Twisted Faith
A Twisted Faith is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Bloody Sequins
A gripping mystery unfolds in Bloody Sequins as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
If I Can't Have You: Obsession, Murder and a Mother's Strange Disappearance
A gripping mystery unfolds in If I Can't Have You: Obsession, Murder and a Mother's Strange Disappearance as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
Unnatural Causes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Unnatural Causes, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
The Amish Schoolhouse Murders
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Amish Schoolhouse Murders as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
The Unforgettable Fire
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Unforgettable Fire, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
A Killing in Amish Country
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Killing in Amish Country as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
If You Tell
If You Tell continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
American Mother
American Mother continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
American Black Widow
American Black Widow continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Amish Wife
The Amish Wife is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Out of the Woods
Out of the Woods is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
By the River's Edge
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with By the River's Edge, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
A Wicked Snow
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Wicked Snow, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Fear Collector
Fear Collector is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Shocking True Story
Shocking True Story is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
The Last Thing She Ever Did
The Last Thing She Ever Did is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Lying Next to Me
Lying Next to Me is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
The Hive
The Hive is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
I Know Where You Live
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with I Know Where You Live, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
Death of a Cheerleader
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death of a Cheerleader as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Notorious USA Series Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
Her Lover's Wife
Her Lover's Wife explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Notorious USA Series Books series by Gregg Olsen.
Fundamental Love
Fundamental Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Notorious USA Series Books series by Gregg Olsen.
Overkill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Overkill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Notorious USA Series Books series showcases Gregg Olsen's mastery of suspense.
Abandoned Prayers
Abandoned Prayers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of St. Martin's True Crime Library Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gregg Olsen have come to expect.
Cruel Deception / Mockingbird
Cruel Deception / Mockingbird continues the Publication Order of St. Martin's True Crime Library Books story arc with Gregg Olsen's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Angry Eight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Angry Eight, another outstanding contribution from Gregg Olsen.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gregg Olsen?
Gregg Olsen is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 64 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books, Publication Order of Emily Kenyon Books, Publication Order of Nicole Foster Thriller Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Gregg Olsen series to start with?
For readers new to Gregg Olsen's work, the Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 6 books. Begin with Snow Creek to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Gregg Olsen written?
Gregg Olsen has written over 64 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Gregg Olsen books in order?
Yes, reading Gregg Olsen'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 Gregg Olsen write in?
Gregg Olsen writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 64 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Gregg Olsen's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Gregg Olsen'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 Gregg Olsen's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Gregg Olsen's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Detective Megan Carpenter Books series. The first book, Snow Creek, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.