James Crumley

5 Book Series
139 Total Books

📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books Best for beginners - Start with "The Wrong Case" (1975)
Publication Order of C.W. Sughrue Books Popular choice - Start with "The Last Good Kiss" (1978)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels Popular choice - Start with "One to Count Cadence" (1969)
Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books Popular choice - Start with "San Francisco Noir" (2002)

About the Author

James Crumley is an American author of violent fiction. He specialized in hardboiled crime fiction novels but also penned several volumes of essays and short stories in addition to several published as well as unpublished screenplays. Born in Three Rivers, Texas in 1939, he grew up in Texas. His father worked as a supervisor in the oil fields and his mother worked as a waitress. In high school, he was an excellent student and played football. Later he got a scholarship from the Navy ROTC to go to the Georgia Institute of Technology. He served in the Army from 1958 to 1961. Crumley attended the Texas College of Arts and Industries thanks to the help of a scholarship for football. He majored in history and graduated with a B.A. degree in history in 1964. He also went to the University of Iow. James Crumley is the author of over 139 books across 5 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, James Crumley has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books

3 books
  • The Wrong Case Join the adventure in 'The Wrong Case' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books series by James Crumley.
    (1975) ⭐ Start here
  • Dancing Bear Join the adventure in 'Dancing Bear' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books series by James Crumley.
    (1983) ⭐ Start here
  • The Final Country In 'The Final Country', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books saga.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of C.W. Sughrue Books

4 books
  • The Last Good Kiss 'The Last Good Kiss' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of C.W. Sughrue Books series by James Crumley.
    (1978)
  • The Mexican Tree Duck Join the adventure in 'The Mexican Tree Duck' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of C.W. Sughrue Books series by James Crumley.
    (1993)
  • Bordersnakes Join the adventure in 'Bordersnakes' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of C.W. Sughrue Books series by James Crumley.
    (1996)
  • The Right Madness Join the adventure in 'The Right Madness' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of C.W. Sughrue Books series by James Crumley.
    (2005)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

3 books
  • One to Count Cadence In 'One to Count Cadence', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1969)
  • Whores Join the adventure in 'Whores' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by James Crumley.
    (1988)
  • Muddy Fork & Other Things In 'Muddy Fork & Other Things', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (1991)

Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books

121 books
  • San Francisco Noir 'San Francisco Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2002)
  • Seattle Noir Experience the magic of 'Seattle Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2003)
  • Bronx Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Bronx Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2003)
  • Brooklyn Noir Join the adventure in 'Brooklyn Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2004)
  • Hasidic Noir In 'Hasidic Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2004)
  • Brooklyn Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Brooklyn Noir 2', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2005)
  • Chicago Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Chicago Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2005)
  • Dublin Noir Experience the magic of 'Dublin Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2005)
  • Manhattan Noir Experience the magic of 'Manhattan Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2006)
  • Miami Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Miami Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2006)
  • D.C. Noir In 'D.C. Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2006)
  • Baltimore Noir Join the adventure in 'Baltimore Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2006)
  • Twin Cities Noir 'Twin Cities Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2006)
  • London Noir Join the adventure in 'London Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2006)
  • New Orleans Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'New Orleans Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2007)
  • Los Angeles Noir 'Los Angeles Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2007)
  • Wall Street Noir 'Wall Street Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2007)
  • Havana Noir Join the adventure in 'Havana Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2007)
  • Detroit Noir Join the adventure in 'Detroit Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2007)
  • Queens Noir 'Queens Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2008)
  • Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth In 'Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Toronto Noir 'Toronto Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2008)
  • Las Vegas Noir In 'Las Vegas Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Trinidad Noir 'Trinidad Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2008)
  • D.C. Noir 2 Join the adventure in 'D.C. Noir 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2008)
  • Manhattan Noir 2 In 'Manhattan Noir 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Paris Noir 'Paris Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2008)
  • Istanbul Noir In 'Istanbul Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2008)
  • Boston Noir Experience the magic of 'Boston Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2009)
  • Rome Noir 'Rome Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2009)
  • San Francisco Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'San Francisco Noir 2', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2009)
  • Portland Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Portland Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2009)
  • Delhi Noir In 'Delhi Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2009)
  • Phoenix Noir In 'Phoenix Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2009)
  • Los Angeles Noir 2 The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Los Angeles Noir 2', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2010)
  • Mexico City Noir Experience the magic of 'Mexico City Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Richmond Noir Join the adventure in 'Richmond Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2010)
  • Orange County Noir Join the adventure in 'Orange County Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2010)
  • Indian Country Noir In 'Indian Country Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Moscow Noir In 'Moscow Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Lone Star Noir Experience the magic of 'Lone Star Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2010)
  • Philadelphia Noir In 'Philadelphia Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Haiti Noir In 'Haiti Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2010)
  • Copenhagen Noir Join the adventure in 'Copenhagen Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2010)
  • Pittsburgh Noir In 'Pittsburgh Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2011)
  • San Diego Noir Join the adventure in 'San Diego Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2011)
  • Barcelona Noir 'Barcelona Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2011)
  • Cape Cod Noir 'Cape Cod Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2011)
  • New Jersey Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'New Jersey Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2011)
  • Staten Island Noir Experience the magic of 'Staten Island Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2012)
  • Mumbai Noir Join the adventure in 'Mumbai Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2012)
  • Long Island Noir 'Long Island Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2012)
  • Venice Noir Join the adventure in 'Venice Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2012)
  • Kingston Noir Experience the magic of 'Kingston Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2012)
  • St. Petersburg Noir Join the adventure in 'St. Petersburg Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2012)
  • Kansas City Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Kansas City Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2012)
  • Boston Noir 2 Join the adventure in 'Boston Noir 2' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2012)
  • USA Noir 'USA Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2013)
  • Manila Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Manila Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2013)
  • Buffalo Noir 'Buffalo Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2013)
  • Dallas Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Dallas Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2013)
  • Haiti Noir 2 In 'Haiti Noir 2', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2013)
  • Singapore Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Singapore Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2014)
  • Prison Noir 'Prison Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2014)
  • Tel Aviv Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Tel Aviv Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2014)
  • Tehran Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Tehran Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2014)
  • Belfast Noir Experience the magic of 'Belfast Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2014)
  • Helsinki Noir Join the adventure in 'Helsinki Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2014)
  • Rio Noir 'Rio Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2014)
  • Providence Noir In 'Providence Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2015)
  • Chicago Noir: The Classics Join the adventure in 'Chicago Noir: The Classics' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2015)
  • Memphis Noir Experience the magic of 'Memphis Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2015)
  • Zagreb Noir Join the adventure in 'Zagreb Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2015)
  • Marseille Noir Experience the magic of 'Marseille Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2015)
  • Beirut Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Beirut Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2015)
  • New Orleans Noir: The Classics 'New Orleans Noir: The Classics' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2016)
  • Stockholm Noir Experience the magic of 'Stockholm Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2016)
  • Brussels Noir Join the adventure in 'Brussels Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2016)
  • Mississippi Noir Join the adventure in 'Mississippi Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2016)
  • St. Louis Noir Join the adventure in 'St. Louis Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2016)
  • Prague Noir Join the adventure in 'Prague Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2016)
  • San Juan Noir Experience the magic of 'San Juan Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2016)
  • Oakland Noir 'Oakland Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2017)
  • Trinidad Noir: The Classics The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Trinidad Noir: The Classics', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2017)
  • Atlanta Noir 'Atlanta Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2017)
  • New Haven Noir Join the adventure in 'New Haven Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2017)
  • Montana Noir In 'Montana Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2017)
  • Buenos Aires Noir Join the adventure in 'Buenos Aires Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2017)
  • Montreal Noir 'Montreal Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2017)
  • Berlin Noir Experience the magic of 'Berlin Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2018)
  • São Paulo Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'São Paulo Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2018)
  • Santa Cruz Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Santa Cruz Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2018)
  • Lagos Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Lagos Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2018)
  • Marrakech Noir In 'Marrakech Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Baghdad Noir In 'Baghdad Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Vancouver Noir Experience the magic of 'Vancouver Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2018)
  • Sydney Noir In 'Sydney Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2018)
  • Hong Kong Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Hong Kong Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2018)
  • Amsterdam Noir Join the adventure in 'Amsterdam Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2019)
  • Milwaukee Noir Experience the magic of 'Milwaukee Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2019)
  • Houston Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Houston Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2019)
  • Nairobi Noir 'Nairobi Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2020)
  • Columbus Noir Experience the magic of 'Columbus Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2020)
  • Santa Fe Noir In 'Santa Fe Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Alabama Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Alabama Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2020)
  • Berkeley Noir In 'Berkeley Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Addis Ababa Noir Join the adventure in 'Addis Ababa Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2020)
  • Tampa Bay Noir Join the adventure in 'Tampa Bay Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2020)
  • Miami Noir: The Classics In 'Miami Noir: The Classics', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Accra Noir In 'Accra Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2020)
  • Belgrade Noir The Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series continues with 'Belgrade Noir', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2020)
  • Palm Springs Noir In 'Palm Springs Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2021)
  • Paris Noir: The Suburbs Join the adventure in 'Paris Noir: The Suburbs' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2022)
  • Denver Noir Join the adventure in 'Denver Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2022)
  • South Central Noir In 'South Central Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2022)
  • Cleveland Noir In 'Cleveland Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2023)
  • East Jerusalem Noir Join the adventure in 'East Jerusalem Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2023)
  • West Jerusalem Noir 'West Jerusalem Noir' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2023)
  • Honolulu Noir Experience the magic of 'Honolulu Noir' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books universe.
    (2024)
  • Sacramento Noir Join the adventure in 'Sacramento Noir' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series by James Crumley.
    (2025)
  • Hamburg Noir In 'Hamburg Noir', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books saga.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Anthologies

8 books
  • Murder For Love In 'Murder For Love', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by James Crumley.
    (1996)
  • The Best American Mystery Stories 1997 Experience the magic of 'The Best American Mystery Stories 1997' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1997)
  • The Putt at the End of the World 'The Putt at the End of the World' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2000)
  • The Mysterious Press Anniversary Anthology: Celebrating 25 Years The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Mysterious Press Anniversary Anthology: Celebrating 25 Years', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2001)
  • Measures of Poison Experience the magic of 'Measures of Poison' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2002)
  • The Best American Mystery Stories 2003 Join the adventure in 'The Best American Mystery Stories 2003' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by James Crumley.
    (2003)
  • Contrappasso Magazine, Issue 1 The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Contrappasso Magazine, Issue 1', another thrilling entry from James Crumley.
    (2012)
  • Books to Die For 'Books to Die For' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world James Crumley has created.
    (2012)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is James Crumley?

James Crumley is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 139 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best James Crumley book series to start with?

For readers new to James Crumley's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Milo Milodragovitch Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 3 books, it offers a perfect entry point to James Crumley's writing.

Q: How many books has James Crumley written?

James Crumley has written over 139 books across 5 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.

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