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ⓘ About Jonathan Kellerman
Jonathan Kellerman has co-written two novels with his wife, fellow crime novelist Faye Kellerman, with Double Homicide and Capital Crimes both reaching national bestseller list and showing the authors mastery of the subject matter. His non-fiction material is still sourced and referred to, with Helping the Fearful Child in (1981) still being used to combat mental instability and feelings of insecurity in children. When not writing his fiction featuring Alex Delaware, researching or doing psychological studies, Jonathan Kellerman has an active interest in vintage guitars, and has even written a book on the subject, With Strings Attached: The Art and Beauty of Vintage Guitars in (2008). Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, Jonathan Kellerman 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 Jonathan Kellerman
When the Bough Breaks
When the Bough Breaks is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Blood Test
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Test as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
Over the Edge
Over the Edge continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Silent Partner
Silent Partner continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Time Bomb
Time Bomb continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Private Eyes
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Private Eyes, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Devil's Waltz
Devil's Waltz continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bad Love
Bad Love explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series by Jonathan Kellerman.
Self-Defense
Self-Defense is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
The Web
The Web continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Clinic
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with The Clinic, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Survival of the Fittest
Survival of the Fittest is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Monster
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Monster, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Dr. Death
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dr. Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
Flesh and Blood
A gripping mystery unfolds in Flesh and Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
The Murder Book
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Murder Book as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
A Cold Heart
A Cold Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series by Jonathan Kellerman.
Therapy
Therapy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Rage
Rage is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Gone
Gone continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Obsession
Obsession continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Compulsion
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Compulsion, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Bones
Bones is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Evidence
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Evidence, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Deception
Deception continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mystery
Mystery continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Victims
Victims continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Guilt
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Guilt, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Killer
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
Motive
Motive is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Breakdown
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Breakdown, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Heartbreak Hotel
Heartbreak Hotel explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series by Jonathan Kellerman.
Night Moves
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Night Moves, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
The Wedding Guest
The Wedding Guest is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
The Museum of Desire
The Museum of Desire explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series by Jonathan Kellerman.
Serpentine
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Serpentine, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
City of the Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in City of the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
Unnatural History
Unnatural History is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
The Ghost Orchid
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with The Ghost Orchid, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Open Season
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books with Open Season, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Jigsaw
Jigsaw continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Billy Straight
Billy Straight continues the Publication Order of Petra Connor Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Twisted
Twisted is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Petra Connor Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
The Golem of Hollywood
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Detective Jacob Lev Books with The Golem of Hollywood, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
The Golem of Paris
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Detective Jacob Lev Books with The Golem of Paris, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Crime Scene
The investigation intensifies in Crime Scene, as this installment of the Publication Order of Clay Edison Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Jonathan Kellerman's creation.
A Measure of Darkness
A Measure of Darkness continues the Publication Order of Clay Edison Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Half Moon Bay
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Clay Edison Books with Half Moon Bay, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
The Burning
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Clay Edison Books with The Burning, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
The Lost Coast
The Lost Coast is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Clay Edison Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Coyote Hills
Coyote Hills continues the Publication Order of Clay Edison Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Butcher's Theater
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Butcher's Theater, another outstanding contribution from Jonathan Kellerman.
Double Homicide
Double Homicide is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
The Conspiracy Club
The Conspiracy Club is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Capital Crimes
The investigation intensifies in Capital Crimes, as this installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Jonathan Kellerman's creation.
True Detectives
The investigation intensifies in True Detectives, as this installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Jonathan Kellerman's creation.
The Murderer's Daughter
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Murderer's Daughter as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
The Right Thing to Do
The Right Thing to Do continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Daddy, Daddy, Can You Touch the Sky?
Daddy, Daddy, Can You Touch the Sky? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
The Web
The Web continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Graphic Novels story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Silent Partner
Silent Partner continues the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Graphic Novels story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Helping the Fearful Child
Helping the Fearful Child continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Savage Spawn
Savage Spawn is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
The Best American Crime Reporting 2008
The investigation intensifies in The Best American Crime Reporting 2008, as this installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Jonathan Kellerman's creation.
With Strings Attached: The Art and Beauty of Vintage Guitars
With Strings Attached: The Art and Beauty of Vintage Guitars continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Jonathan Kellerman's ABC of weird creatures
Jonathan Kellerman's ABC of weird creatures continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Alex Delaware
Conflict and courage define Alex Delaware, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Mysterious Profiles Books series by Jonathan Kellerman that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Murder For Love
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder For Love as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
Great Writers and Kids Write Mystery Stories
Great Writers and Kids Write Mystery Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Jonathan Kellerman have come to expect.
Law and Order
Law and Order continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Best American Mystery Stories 1997
The Best American Mystery Stories 1997 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Jonathan Kellerman's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Diagnosis Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in Diagnosis Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Jonathan Kellerman's mastery of suspense.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jonathan Kellerman?
Jonathan Kellerman is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 72 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books, Publication Order of Petra Connor Books, Publication Order of Detective Jacob Lev Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Jonathan Kellerman series to start with?
For readers new to Jonathan Kellerman's work, the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 41 books. Begin with When the Bough Breaks to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Jonathan Kellerman written?
Jonathan Kellerman has written over 72 books across 12 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Jonathan Kellerman books in order?
Yes, reading Jonathan Kellerman'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 Jonathan Kellerman write in?
Jonathan Kellerman writes primarily in fiction. With 12 series across 72 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Jonathan Kellerman's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Jonathan Kellerman'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 Jonathan Kellerman's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Jonathan Kellerman's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Alex Delaware Books series. The first book, When the Bough Breaks, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.