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ⓘ About John Connolly
John Connolly is an Irish author who mainly writes short stories and novels. He is best known as the author of the Charlie Parker series of private detective novels and the Samuel Johnson series of young adult novels. Connolly’s genres of books include crime fiction, horror fiction, science fiction, drama, and fantasy. Connolly was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1968 on May 31. For his education, he attended Trinity College in Dublin where he earned his Bachelors of Arts. John then went Dublin City University where he earned his Masters in journalism. His education, background, and life experience positioned him in the direction of telling stories through novels and journalism. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, John Connolly 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 John Connolly
The Book of Lost Things
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Book of Lost Things Books with The Book of Lost Things, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Land of Lost Things
The Land of Lost Things is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Book of Lost Things Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Every Dead Thing
A gripping mystery unfolds in Every Dead Thing as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series showcases John Connolly's mastery of suspense.
Dark Hollow
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books with Dark Hollow, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Killing Kind
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Killing Kind as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series showcases John Connolly's mastery of suspense.
The White Road
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books with The White Road, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Reflecting Eye
The Reflecting Eye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
The Black Angel
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books with The Black Angel, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Unquiet
The Unquiet is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
The Reapers
The Reapers continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Lovers
The Lovers explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series by John Connolly.
The Whisperers
The Whisperers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
The Burning Soul
The Burning Soul continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Wrath of Angels
The Wrath of Angels continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Wolf in Winter
The Wolf in Winter continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Song of Shadows
A Song of Shadows continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Time of Torment
A Time of Torment continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Game of Ghosts
A Game of Ghosts is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
The Woman in the Woods
The Woman in the Woods is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
A Book of Bones
A Book of Bones is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
The Dirty South
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books with The Dirty South, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Nameless Ones
The Nameless Ones continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Furies
The Furies continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Instruments of Darkness
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books with The Instruments of Darkness, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Children of Eve
The Children of Eve continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A River Red with Blood
A gripping mystery unfolds in A River Red with Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books series showcases John Connolly's mastery of suspense.
Parker: A Miscellany
Parker: A Miscellany continues the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Non-Fiction Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Horror Express
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Charlie Parker Non-Fiction Books with Horror Express, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Shadow Voices
Shadow Voices is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Parker Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Nocturnes
Nocturnes continues the Publication Order of Nocturnes Books story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Night Music
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Nocturnes Books with Night Music, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Gates
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Samuel Johnson vs. the Devil Books with The Gates, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Infernals / Hell's Bells
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Samuel Johnson vs. the Devil Books with The Infernals / Hell's Bells, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Creeps
The Creeps is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Samuel Johnson vs. the Devil Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Conquest
Epic adventure awaits in Conquest, a landmark entry in the Publication Order of Chronicles of the Invaders Books series that raises the stakes across the realm John Connolly has built.
Empire
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Chronicles of the Invaders Books with Empire, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Dominion
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Chronicles of the Invaders Books with Dominion, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Bad Men
Bad Men is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
He
He continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Underbury Witches
Magic takes center stage in The Underbury Witches, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series that expands the enchanting world created by John Connolly.
The Museum of Literary Souls
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Museum of Literary Souls, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Wanderer in Unknown Realms
The Wanderer in Unknown Realms is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
On the Anatomization of an Unknown Man (1637) by Frans Mier
On the Anatomization of an Unknown Man (1637) by Frans Mier is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Holmes on the Range: A Tale of the Caxton Private Lending Library & Book Depository
Holmes on the Range: A Tale of the Caxton Private Lending Library & Book Depository is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
The Sisters Strange
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with The Sisters Strange, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Monks of Appalling Dreadfulness
The Monks of Appalling Dreadfulness is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Night and Day
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Night and Day, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Caxton Private Lending Library & Book Depository
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Bibliomysteries Books with The Caxton Private Lending Library & Book Depository, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The Caxton Private Lending Library & Book Depository
Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Bibliomysteries Books with The Caxton Private Lending Library & Book Depository, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Charlie Parker
Charlie Parker is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Mysterious Profiles Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
The Reflecting Eye
The Reflecting Eye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Like a Charm
Like a Charm continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dangerous Women
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Dangerous Women, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
The British Fantasy Society: A Celebration
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The British Fantasy Society: A Celebration, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Dark Delicacies II: Fear
Dark Delicacies II: Fear is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Something Wicked #8
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Something Wicked #8, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Uncage Me
Uncage Me is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
From the Republic of Conscience
From the Republic of Conscience continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Down These Green Streets
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Down These Green Streets, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Books to Die For
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Books to Die For, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
A Carnivàle of Horror
A Carnivàle of Horror continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Inherit the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Inherit the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases John Connolly's mastery of suspense.
Echoes of Sherlock Holmes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Echoes of Sherlock Holmes, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
Exit Wounds
Exit Wounds continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with John Connolly's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
First Edition: Celebrating 21 Years of Goldsboro Books
First Edition: Celebrating 21 Years of Goldsboro Books is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of John Connolly have come to expect.
Daggers Drawn
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Daggers Drawn, another outstanding contribution from John Connolly.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is John Connolly?
John Connolly is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 66 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Book of Lost Things Books, Publication Order of Charlie Parker Books, Publication Order of Charlie Parker Non-Fiction Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best John Connolly series to start with?
For readers new to John Connolly's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 16 books. Begin with The Reflecting Eye to start from the very beginning.
How many books has John Connolly written?
John Connolly has written over 66 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read John Connolly books in order?
Yes, reading John Connolly'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 John Connolly write in?
John Connolly writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 66 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are John Connolly's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of John Connolly'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 John Connolly's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, John Connolly's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, The Reflecting Eye, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.