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Jennifer Crusie

Bestselling Author • 9 Series • 33 Books

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Series
33
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Dempseys Books
Start with: Welcome to Temptation (2000)
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Publication Order of The Billionaire's Club: Texas Heartthrobs Books
Start with: It Must Be Christmas (2016)
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Publication Order of Liz Danger Books
Start with: Lavender's Blue (2023)

About Jennifer Crusie

Jennifer Crusie was born in 1949 in small town known as Wapakoneta, Ohio. After Crusie’s graduation from Wapakoneta High School, she joined college at the Bowling Green state university where she earned a degree in Art and Education. She also has a Master’s degree upon her graduation from Wright State University in women’s literature and Professional writing. she was also on the role of women in a mystery fiction from 1840 to 1920. She has a master’s degree of MFA in Fiction from the Ohio State University. Jennifer has also finished all the Ph.D. coursework at the Ohio State University. She got married in 1971, whereby she followed her husband of the air force to Wichita Falls in Texas. Soon he was transferred to Dayton, Ohio which somehow led to their divorce. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Dempseys Books series, Jennifer Crusie 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 Jennifer Crusie

Publication Order of Dempseys Books
2 books 2000–2002
1

Welcome to Temptation

Welcome to Temptation is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dempseys Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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2000
2

Faking It

Faking It is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dempseys Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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2002
Publication Order of The Billionaire's Club: Texas Heartthrobs Books
1 books 2016–2016
1

It Must Be Christmas

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Billionaire's Club: Texas Heartthrobs Books with It Must Be Christmas, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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2016
Publication Order of Liz Danger Books
3 books 2023–2023
1

Lavender's Blue

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Liz Danger Books with Lavender's Blue, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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2023
2

Rest In Pink

Rest In Pink continues the Publication Order of Liz Danger Books story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
3

One In Vermillion

One In Vermillion is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Liz Danger Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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2023
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
14 books 1993–2010
1

Manhunting

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Manhunting, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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1993
2

Getting Rid of Bradley

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Getting Rid of Bradley, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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1994
3

Strange Bedpersons

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Strange Bedpersons, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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1994
4

Charlie All Night

Charlie All Night is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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1995
5

What the Lady Wants

What the Lady Wants continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
6

Anyone But You

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Anyone But You, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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1996
7

The Cinderella Deal

The Cinderella Deal continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
8

Trust Me on This

Trust Me on This continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
9

Tell Me Lies

Tell Me Lies continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
10

Crazy for You

Crazy for You is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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1999
11

Fast Women

Fast Women is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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2001
12

Bet Me

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Bet Me, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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2004
13

The Unfortunate Miss Fortunes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Unfortunate Miss Fortunes, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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2007
14

Maybe This Time

Maybe This Time continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books 2015–2015
1

Hot Toy

Hot Toy continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
1 books 2012–2012
1

Crazy People

Crazy People is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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2012
Publication Order of Stolen Moments Books
1 books 1994–1994
1

Sizzle

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stolen Moments Books with Sizzle, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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1994
Publication Order of Smart Pop Books
5 books 2003–2007
1

Seven Seasons of Buffy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Smart Pop Books with Seven Seasons of Buffy, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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2003
2

Five Seasons of Angel

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Smart Pop Books with Five Seasons of Angel, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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2004
3

Flirting With Pride And Prejudice

Flirting With Pride And Prejudice continues the Publication Order of Smart Pop Books story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
4

Totally Charmed

Totally Charmed continues the Publication Order of Smart Pop Books story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
5

Coffee at Luke's

Coffee at Luke's continues the Publication Order of Smart Pop Books story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
Publication Order of Anthologies
5 books 2003–2013
1

Seven Seasons of Buffy

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Seven Seasons of Buffy, another outstanding contribution from Jennifer Crusie.

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2003
2

Totally Charmed

Totally Charmed continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
3

Santa, Baby

Santa, Baby is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jennifer Crusie have come to expect.

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2006
4

Antiheroes

Antiheroes continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
5

Be Mine

Be Mine continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jennifer Crusie's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jennifer Crusie?

Jennifer Crusie is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 33 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dempseys Books, Publication Order of The Billionaire's Club: Texas Heartthrobs Books, Publication Order of Liz Danger Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Jennifer Crusie series to start with?

For readers new to Jennifer Crusie's work, the Publication Order of Dempseys Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with Welcome to Temptation to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Jennifer Crusie written?

Jennifer Crusie has written over 33 books across 9 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Jennifer Crusie books in order?

Yes, reading Jennifer Crusie'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 Jennifer Crusie write in?

Jennifer Crusie writes primarily in fiction. With 9 series across 33 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Jennifer Crusie's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Jennifer Crusie'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 Jennifer Crusie's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Jennifer Crusie's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Dempseys Books series. The first book, Welcome to Temptation, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.