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ⓘ About Jon Talton
Jon Talton is an American mystery author and journalist best known for the David Mapstone Mysteries series of novels. A Phoenix Arizona native, Talon attended the Kenilworth School, proceeded to Coronado High School, before graduating from Miami University and Arizona State University. His eleven titles include the thriller “Deadline Man”, the “Cincinnati Casebooks series, and the David Mapstone mysteries. He is also the author of the popular “A Brief History of Phoenix” a non-fiction work. Jon made his debut in fiction publishing with his novel “Concrete Desert” first published in 2001 to critical acclaim and widespread popularity. The Washington Post described it as one of the most rewarding and intelligent of contemporary mysteries. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, Jon Talton 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 Jon Talton
Concrete Desert
Concrete Desert continues the Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Camelback Falls
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books with Camelback Falls, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Dry Heat
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books with Dry Heat, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Arizona Dreams
Arizona Dreams continues the Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cactus Heart
Cactus Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books series by Jon Talton.
South Phoenix Rules
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books with South Phoenix Rules, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
The Night Detectives
The investigation intensifies in The Night Detectives, as this installment of the Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Jon Talton's creation.
High Country Nocturne
High Country Nocturne continues the Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Bomb Shelter
The Bomb Shelter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
The Pain Nurse
The Pain Nurse continues the Publication Order of Cincinnati Casebook Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Powers of Arrest
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Cincinnati Casebook Books with Powers of Arrest, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Deadline Man
A gripping mystery unfolds in Deadline Man as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Jon Talton's mastery of suspense.
City of Dark Corners
City of Dark Corners is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
A Brief History of Phoenix
A Brief History of Phoenix continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
San Francisco Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Francisco Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Seattle Noir
Seattle Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bronx Noir
Bronx Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir
Brooklyn Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hasidic Noir
Hasidic Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Brooklyn Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Chicago Noir
Chicago Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Dublin Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dublin Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Manhattan Noir
Manhattan Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Miami Noir
Miami Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
D.C. Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with D.C. Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Baltimore Noir
Baltimore Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Twin Cities Noir
Twin Cities Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
London Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with London Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
New Orleans Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Los Angeles Noir
Los Angeles Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wall Street Noir
Wall Street Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Havana Noir
Havana Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Detroit Noir
Detroit Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Queens Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Queens Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Toronto Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Toronto Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Las Vegas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Las Vegas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Trinidad Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
D.C. Noir 2
D.C. Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Manhattan Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Manhattan Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Paris Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Paris Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Istanbul Noir
Istanbul Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Boston Noir
Boston Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Rome Noir
Rome Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
San Francisco Noir 2
San Francisco Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Portland Noir
Portland Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Delhi Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Delhi Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Phoenix Noir
Phoenix Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Los Angeles Noir 2
Los Angeles Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Mexico City Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Mexico City Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Richmond Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Richmond Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Orange County Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Orange County Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Indian Country Noir
Indian Country Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Moscow Noir
Moscow Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Lone Star Noir
Lone Star Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Philadelphia Noir
Philadelphia Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Haiti Noir
Haiti Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Copenhagen Noir
Copenhagen Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Pittsburgh Noir
Pittsburgh Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
San Diego Noir
San Diego Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Barcelona Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Barcelona Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Cape Cod Noir
Cape Cod Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Jersey Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Jersey Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Staten Island Noir
Staten Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Mumbai Noir
Mumbai Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Long Island Noir
Long Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Venice Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Venice Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Kingston Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Kingston Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
St. Petersburg Noir
St. Petersburg Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Kansas City Noir
Kansas City Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Boston Noir 2
Boston Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
USA Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with USA Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Manila Noir
Manila Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Buffalo Noir
Buffalo Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dallas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dallas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Haiti Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Haiti Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Singapore Noir
Singapore Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Prison Noir
Prison Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Tel Aviv Noir
Tel Aviv Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Tehran Noir
Tehran Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Belfast Noir
Belfast Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Helsinki Noir
Helsinki Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rio Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Rio Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Providence Noir
Providence Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Chicago Noir: The Classics
Chicago Noir: The Classics continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Memphis Noir
Memphis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Zagreb Noir
Zagreb Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Marseille Noir
Marseille Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Beirut Noir
Beirut Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Orleans Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Stockholm Noir
Stockholm Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Brussels Noir
Brussels Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Mississippi Noir
Mississippi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
St. Louis Noir
St. Louis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Prague Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Prague Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
San Juan Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Juan Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Oakland Noir
Oakland Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Trinidad Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Atlanta Noir
Atlanta Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Haven Noir
New Haven Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Montana Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montana Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Buenos Aires Noir
Buenos Aires Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Montreal Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montreal Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Berlin Noir
Berlin Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
São Paulo Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with São Paulo Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Santa Cruz Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Cruz Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Lagos Noir
Lagos Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Marrakech Noir
Marrakech Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Baghdad Noir
Baghdad Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Vancouver Noir
Vancouver Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Sydney Noir
Sydney Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Hong Kong Noir
Hong Kong Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Amsterdam Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Amsterdam Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Milwaukee Noir
Milwaukee Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Houston Noir
Houston Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nairobi Noir
Nairobi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Columbus Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Columbus Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Santa Fe Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Fe Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Alabama Noir
Alabama Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Berkeley Noir
Berkeley Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Addis Ababa Noir
Addis Ababa Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tampa Bay Noir
Tampa Bay Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Miami Noir: The Classics
Miami Noir: The Classics is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Accra Noir
Accra Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Belgrade Noir
Belgrade Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Palm Springs Noir
Palm Springs Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Paris Noir: The Suburbs
Paris Noir: The Suburbs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Denver Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Denver Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
South Central Noir
South Central Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Jon Talton's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cleveland Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Cleveland Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
East Jerusalem Noir
East Jerusalem Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
West Jerusalem Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with West Jerusalem Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
Honolulu Noir
Honolulu Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Sacramento Noir
Sacramento Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jon Talton have come to expect.
Hamburg Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Hamburg Noir, another outstanding contribution from Jon Talton.
The Nurse Murders
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Nurse Murders as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Phoenix Noir Books series showcases Jon Talton's mastery of suspense.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jon Talton?
Jon Talton is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 136 books. Popular series include Publication Order of David Mapstone Mystery Books, Publication Order of Cincinnati Casebook Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Jon Talton series to start with?
For readers new to Jon Talton's work, the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 121 books. Begin with San Francisco Noir to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Jon Talton written?
Jon Talton has written over 136 books across 6 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Jon Talton books in order?
Yes, reading Jon Talton'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 Jon Talton write in?
Jon Talton writes primarily in fiction. With 6 series across 136 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Jon Talton's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Jon Talton'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 Jon Talton's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Jon Talton's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series. The first book, San Francisco Noir, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.