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Kate Collins

Bestselling Author • 4 Series • 37 Books

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37
Books
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books
Start with: Mum's the Word (2004)
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Publication Order of Goddess Of Greene St. Mysteries Books
Start with: Statue of Limitations (2020)
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Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Promised to a Stranger (1998)

About Kate Collins

Kate Collins is a romance, mystery and cozy mystery author. She is famous for writing the best-selling Flower Shop Mysteries. She is an Indiana native and went to Purdue University where she graduated with a master’s degree in education. For six years, she taught an elementary school but she gave up the teaching career once she got her first child. She wrote some short humorous stories for children’s magazines as she worked as a part-time secretary. In 1995, she sold her first historical romance novel and since then, she has published fifteen books (seven historical romantic suspense and eight mysteries). Most of her books have been listed at the New York Times Bestseller, Independent Booksellers’ and Barnes and Noble mass market bestsellers’ lists. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, Kate Collins 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 Kate Collins

Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books
27 books 2004–2025
1

Mum's the Word

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books with Mum's the Word, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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2004
2

Slay It with Flowers

Slay It with Flowers is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2005
3

Dearly Depotted

Dearly Depotted continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
4

Snipped in the Bud

Snipped in the Bud continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
5

Acts of Violets

Acts of Violets is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2007
6

A Rose from the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Rose from the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Collins's mastery of suspense.

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2007
7

Shoots to Kill

A gripping mystery unfolds in Shoots to Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Collins's mastery of suspense.

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2008
8

Evil in Carnations

Evil in Carnations continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
9

Sleeping with Anemone

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books with Sleeping with Anemone, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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2009
10

Dirty Rotten Tendrils

Dirty Rotten Tendrils is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2010
11

Night of the Living Dandelion

Night of the Living Dandelion continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
12

To Catch a Leaf

To Catch a Leaf is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2011
13

Nightshade on Elm Street

Nightshade on Elm Street is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2012
14

Seed No Evil

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books with Seed No Evil, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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2013
15

Throw in the Trowel

Throw in the Trowel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2014
16

A Root Awakening

A Root Awakening continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
17

Florist Grump

Florist Grump continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
18

Moss Hysteria

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books with Moss Hysteria, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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2016
19

Yews with Caution

Yews with Caution continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
20

Tulips Too Late

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books with Tulips Too Late, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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2018
21

Missing Under The Mistletoe

Missing Under The Mistletoe continues the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2018
22

The Jillian Knight Osborne Fashionista Diaries

The Jillian Knight Osborne Fashionista Diaries is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2020
23

A Frond in Need

A Frond in Need is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2020
24

Till Death Do Us Pot

A gripping mystery unfolds in Till Death Do Us Pot as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Collins's mastery of suspense.

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2020
25

Kick The Bouquet

Kick The Bouquet is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2022
26

Roses Are Dead, Violets Are Blue

A gripping mystery unfolds in Roses Are Dead, Violets Are Blue as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Collins's mastery of suspense.

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2024
27

A Vase in the Window

A Vase in the Window is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2025
Publication Order of Goddess Of Greene St. Mysteries Books
4 books 2020–2023
1

Statue of Limitations

Statue of Limitations is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Goddess Of Greene St. Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2020
2

A Big Fat Greek Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Big Fat Greek Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Goddess Of Greene St. Mysteries Books series showcases Kate Collins's mastery of suspense.

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2020
3

Big Trouble in Little Greektown

Big Trouble in Little Greektown is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Goddess Of Greene St. Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2021
4

Gone but Not for Garden

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Goddess Of Greene St. Mysteries Books with Gone but Not for Garden, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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2023
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
4 books 1998–2001
1

Promised to a Stranger

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Promised to a Stranger, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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1998
2

Courting Claire

Courting Claire continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1999
3

His Forbidden Touch

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with His Forbidden Touch, another outstanding contribution from Kate Collins.

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2000
4

Beloved Protector

Beloved Protector explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Kate Collins.

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2001
Publication Order of Children's Books
2 books 2010–2010
1

Janey Webster, E.B.*

Janey Webster, E.B.* continues the Publication Order of Children's Books story arc with Kate Collins's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
2

Jason Jerviss at Your Service

Jason Jerviss at Your Service is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Children's Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Kate Collins have come to expect.

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2010

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kate Collins?

Kate Collins is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 37 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books, Publication Order of Goddess Of Greene St. Mysteries Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Kate Collins series to start with?

For readers new to Kate Collins's work, the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 27 books. Begin with Mum's the Word to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Kate Collins written?

Kate Collins has written over 37 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Kate Collins books in order?

Yes, reading Kate Collins'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 Kate Collins write in?

Kate Collins writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 37 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Kate Collins's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Kate Collins'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 Kate Collins's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Kate Collins's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Flower Shop Mysteries Books series. The first book, Mum's the Word, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.