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Gyles Brandreth

Bestselling Author • 13 Series • 63 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of No.13 Books
Start with: The Ghost at No.13 (1985)
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Publication Order of Slippers Books
Start with: The Slippers That Talked (1990)
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Publication Order of Secret Notebook Books
Start with: My Secret Notebook: Aged 7 (1996)

About Gyles Brandreth

Gyles Brandreth is a renowned English novelist, actor, broadcaster, and a former Conservative MP. In relation to his writing career, he is particularly famous for his works on non-fiction, memoirs & biographies, and children’s book genres. Author Brandreth has contributed several wonderful mysteries and fiction book series, including The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries series, Slippers series, Bruno Bruin series, No. 13 series, Tales of the Mouse Village series, etc. He started his career in the writing field during the 1970s. Initially, he used to write puzzles, jokes, words, for children and adults. Then, he moved on to write John Gielgud’s authorized biography as well as Shakespeare’s lipogrammic reworks. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of No.13 Books series, Gyles Brandreth 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 Gyles Brandreth

Publication Order of No.13 Books
6 books 1985–1996
1

The Ghost at No.13

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of No.13 Books with The Ghost at No.13, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1985
2

The Hiccups at No.13

The Hiccups at No.13 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of No.13 Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1987
3

Mermaid at No. 13

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of No.13 Books with Mermaid at No. 13, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1989
4

Hullabaloo at No 13

Hullabaloo at No 13 continues the Publication Order of No.13 Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
5

The Witch At No. 13

Magic takes center stage in The Witch At No. 13, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of No.13 Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Gyles Brandreth.

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1996
6

The Monsters At No.13

The Monsters At No.13 continues the Publication Order of No.13 Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
Publication Order of Slippers Books
3 books 1990–1999
1

The Slippers That Talked

The Slippers That Talked is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Slippers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1990
2

The Slippers That Sneezed

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Slippers Books with The Slippers That Sneezed, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1995
3

The Slippers That Answered Back

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Slippers Books with The Slippers That Answered Back, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1999
Publication Order of Secret Notebook Books
3 books 1996–1996
1

My Secret Notebook: Aged 7

My Secret Notebook: Aged 7 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Secret Notebook Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1996
2

My Secret Notebook: Aged 8

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Secret Notebook Books with My Secret Notebook: Aged 8, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1996
3

My Secret Notebook: Aged 9

My Secret Notebook: Aged 9 continues the Publication Order of Secret Notebook Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
Publication Order of Bruno Bruin Books
2 books 1998–1999
1

The Adventures of Bruno Bruin

The Adventures of Bruno Bruin continues the Publication Order of Bruno Bruin Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
2

Bruno Bruin Discovers America

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bruno Bruin Books with Bruno Bruin Discovers America, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1999
Publication Order of Tales of the Tamworth Two Books
3 books 1998–1998
1

The Great Escape

The Great Escape continues the Publication Order of Tales of the Tamworth Two Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
2

Two Little Pigs Make Friends

Two Little Pigs Make Friends is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tales of the Tamworth Two Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1998
3

Wanted

Wanted continues the Publication Order of Tales of the Tamworth Two Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
Publication Order of Tales of Mouse Village Books
6 books 1999–2000
1

Amanda Mouse and the Birthday Cake

Amanda Mouse and the Birthday Cake continues the Publication Order of Tales of Mouse Village Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
2

Matt Mouse and the Surprise Party

Matt Mouse and the Surprise Party continues the Publication Order of Tales of Mouse Village Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
3

Jack Mouse and the Scarecrow

Jack Mouse and the Scarecrow continues the Publication Order of Tales of Mouse Village Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
4

Welcome to Mouse Village

Welcome to Mouse Village is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tales of Mouse Village Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1999
5

Matt Mouse and the Big Surprise

Matt Mouse and the Big Surprise is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tales of Mouse Village Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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2000
6

Myrtle Mouse and the Naughty Twins

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Tales of Mouse Village Books with Myrtle Mouse and the Naughty Twins, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2000
Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books
7 books 2007–2017
1

Oscar Wilde and the Candlelight Murders / Death of No Importance

A gripping mystery unfolds in Oscar Wilde and the Candlelight Murders / Death of No Importance as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books series showcases Gyles Brandreth's mastery of suspense.

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2007
2

Oscar Wilde and the Ring of Death / Game Called Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Oscar Wilde and the Ring of Death / Game Called Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books series showcases Gyles Brandreth's mastery of suspense.

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2008
3

Oscar Wilde and the Dead Man's Smile

A gripping mystery unfolds in Oscar Wilde and the Dead Man's Smile as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books series showcases Gyles Brandreth's mastery of suspense.

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2009
4

Oscar Wilde and the Nest of Vipers /Vampire Murders

A gripping mystery unfolds in Oscar Wilde and the Nest of Vipers /Vampire Murders as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books series showcases Gyles Brandreth's mastery of suspense.

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2010
5

Oscar Wilde and the Vatican Murders

A gripping mystery unfolds in Oscar Wilde and the Vatican Murders as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books series showcases Gyles Brandreth's mastery of suspense.

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2011
6

Oscar Wilde and the Murders at Reading Gaol

A gripping mystery unfolds in Oscar Wilde and the Murders at Reading Gaol as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books series showcases Gyles Brandreth's mastery of suspense.

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2012
7

Oscar Wilde and the Return of Jack the Ripper

Oscar Wilde and the Return of Jack the Ripper is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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2017
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
4 books 1996–2022
1

Who is Nick Saint?

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Who is Nick Saint?, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1996
2

Venice Midnight

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Venice Midnight, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1999
3

Jack the Ripper: Case Closed

Jack the Ripper: Case Closed continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
4

Odd Boy Out

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Odd Boy Out, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2022
Publication Order of Collections
2 books 1982–2019
1

More Joy of Lex, A Celebration in Praise and Pun of the English Language

More Joy of Lex, A Celebration in Praise and Pun of the English Language is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1982
2

Dancing By The Light of The Moon

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Dancing By The Light of The Moon, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2019
Publication Order of Plays
3 books 1971–1973
1

Aladdin

Aladdin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1971
2

Cinderella

Cinderella is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1971
3

Mother Goose

Mother Goose is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1973
Publication Order of Picture Books
8 books 1978–2000
1

Operation Air Spyfile

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Picture Books with Operation Air Spyfile, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1978
2

Operation Earth Spyfile

Operation Earth Spyfile is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1978
3

Operation Sea Spyfile

Operation Sea Spyfile is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1978
4

Operation Space Spyfile

Operation Space Spyfile continues the Publication Order of Picture Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1978
5

Story of Hey Diddle Diddle

Story of Hey Diddle Diddle continues the Publication Order of Picture Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1979
6

Story of Humpty Dumpty

Story of Humpty Dumpty is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1979
7

Here Comes Golly

Here Comes Golly continues the Publication Order of Picture Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1979
8

The Rock Penguins

The Rock Penguins is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Picture Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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2000
Publication Order of Chapter Books
3 books 1981–1999
1

Spy School

Spy School continues the Publication Order of Chapter Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1981
2

Nattie and Nuffin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Chapter Books with Nattie and Nuffin, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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1996
3

Maisie

Maisie is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Chapter Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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1999
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
13 books 2001–2025
1

Brief Encounters

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Brief Encounters, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2001
2

Philip and Elizabeth

Philip and Elizabeth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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2004
3

First Things

First Things is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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2005
4

CharlesCamilla

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with CharlesCamilla, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2006
5

Something Sensational to Read in the Train

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Something Sensational to Read in the Train, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2009
6

The 7 Secrets of Happiness

The 7 Secrets of Happiness continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
7

Novelty Knits

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Novelty Knits, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2014
8

Have You Eaten Grandma?

Have You Eaten Grandma? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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2018
9

Messing about in Quotes

Messing about in Quotes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gyles Brandreth have come to expect.

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2018
10

Philip: The Final Portrait

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Philip: The Final Portrait, another outstanding contribution from Gyles Brandreth.

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2021
11

A History of Britain in Just a Minute

A History of Britain in Just a Minute continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
12

Elizabeth

Elizabeth continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
13

Somewhere, a Boy and a Bear: A. A. Milne and the Creation of "Winnie-the-Pooh"

Somewhere, a Boy and a Bear: A. A. Milne and the Creation of "Winnie-the-Pooh" continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gyles Brandreth's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2025

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Gyles Brandreth?

Gyles Brandreth is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 63 books. Popular series include Publication Order of No.13 Books, Publication Order of Slippers Books, Publication Order of Secret Notebook Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Gyles Brandreth series to start with?

For readers new to Gyles Brandreth's work, the Publication Order of No.13 Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 6 books. Begin with The Ghost at No.13 to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Gyles Brandreth written?

Gyles Brandreth has written over 63 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Gyles Brandreth books in order?

Yes, reading Gyles Brandreth'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 Gyles Brandreth write in?

Gyles Brandreth writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 63 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Gyles Brandreth's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Gyles Brandreth'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 Gyles Brandreth's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Gyles Brandreth's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of No.13 Books series. The first book, The Ghost at No.13, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.