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ⓘ About Lee Goldberg
When his mother told him to be a doctor, and his grandfather wanted him in the family furniture business Lee Goldberg said no to both of the requests, no one particularly understood why. Instead, however, this author decided to put himself through college at UCLA for journalism. He freelanced at journals such as American film, The Washington Post, and Newsweek. His very first step into the book publishing world happened to be under a false name, though. He wrote.357 Vigilante’ as Ian Ludlow, so his book would be beside his favorite author Robert Ludlum while he was still in UCLA. His first step into the literary world was a success, he had started his first series. Of course, the publisher went bankrupt soon after and he never earned anything from the book from them. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Charlie Willis Books series, Lee Goldberg 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 Lee Goldberg
My Gun Has Bullets
My Gun Has Bullets is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Charlie Willis Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Dead Space
A gripping mystery unfolds in Dead Space as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Charlie Willis Books series showcases Lee Goldberg's mastery of suspense.
Crown Vic
Crown Vic continues the Publication Order of Crown Vic Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Crown Vic 2: If I Were a Rich Man
Crown Vic 2: If I Were a Rich Man is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Crown Vic Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
The Silent Partner
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books with The Silent Partner, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
The Death Merchant
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Death Merchant as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books series showcases Lee Goldberg's mastery of suspense.
The Shooting Script
The Shooting Script is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
The Waking Nightmare
The Waking Nightmare is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
The Past Tense
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books with The Past Tense, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
The Dead Letter
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead Letter as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books series showcases Lee Goldberg's mastery of suspense.
The Double Life
The Double Life is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
The Last Word
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books with The Last Word, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Murder by Design
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder by Design as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Edison Bixby Books series showcases Lee Goldberg's mastery of suspense.
Lost Hills
Lost Hills is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Eve Ronin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Bone Canyon
Bone Canyon continues the Publication Order of Eve Ronin Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Gated Prey
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Eve Ronin Books with Gated Prey, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Movieland
Movieland continues the Publication Order of Eve Ronin Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dream Town
Dream Town is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Eve Ronin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Fallen Star
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Eve Ronin Books with Fallen Star, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Split Screen
Split Screen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Eve Ronin Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
True Fiction
True Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ian Ludlow Thrillers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Killer Thriller
A gripping mystery unfolds in Killer Thriller as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Ian Ludlow Thrillers Books series showcases Lee Goldberg's mastery of suspense.
Fake Truth
Fake Truth continues the Publication Order of Ian Ludlow Thrillers Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Adjourned
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jury Books with Adjourned, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Judgment
Judgment is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jury Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Payback
Payback is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jury Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Guilty
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jury Books with Guilty, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Mr. Monk Goes to the Firehouse
Mr. Monk Goes to the Firehouse is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Monk Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Mr. Monk Goes to Hawaii
Mr. Monk Goes to Hawaii continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk and The Blue Flu
Mr. Monk and The Blue Flu continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk and The Two Assistants
Mr. Monk and The Two Assistants is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Monk Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Mr. Monk in Outer Space
Mr. Monk in Outer Space continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk Goes to Germany
Mr. Monk Goes to Germany continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk is Miserable
Mr. Monk is Miserable continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk and the Dirty Cop
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Monk Books with Mr. Monk and the Dirty Cop, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Mr. Monk in Trouble
Mr. Monk in Trouble is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Monk Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Mr. Monk is Cleaned Out
Mr. Monk is Cleaned Out continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk on the Road
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Monk Books with Mr. Monk on the Road, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Mr. Monk on the Couch
Mr. Monk on the Couch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Monk Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Mr. Monk on Patrol
Mr. Monk on Patrol continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk is a Mess
Mr. Monk is a Mess continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mr. Monk Gets Even
Mr. Monk Gets Even continues the Publication Order of Monk Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Malibu Burning
Malibu Burning continues the Publication Order of Sharpe & Walker Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ashes Never Lie
Ashes Never Lie continues the Publication Order of Sharpe & Walker Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hidden in Smoke
Hidden in Smoke is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sharpe & Walker Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
The Walk
The Walk continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Watch Me Die / The Man with the Iron-On Badge
Watch Me Die / The Man with the Iron-On Badge continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
King City
King City is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Aimee & David Thurlo's Ella Clah
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Aimee & David Thurlo's Ella Clah, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Calico
Calico is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Remaindered
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Remaindered, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Mr. Monk & The Sunday Paper
Mr. Monk & The Sunday Paper is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
McGrave
McGrave continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fast Track
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Fast Track, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Three Ways to Die
Three Ways to Die continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Unsold TV Pilots: The Greatest Shows You Never Saw
Unsold TV Pilots: The Greatest Shows You Never Saw is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Television Series Revivals: Sequels or Remakes of Cancelled Shows
Television Series Revivals: Sequels or Remakes of Cancelled Shows continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Science Fiction Filmmaking in the 1980s: Interviews with Actors, Directors, Producers and Writers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Science Fiction Filmmaking in the 1980s: Interviews with Actors, Directors, Producers and Writers, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
The Dreamweavers: Interviews with Fantasy Filmmakers of the 1980's
The Dreamweavers: Interviews with Fantasy Filmmakers of the 1980's is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Successful Television Writing
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Successful Television Writing, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Television Fast Forward: Sequels & Remakes of Cancelled Series 1955-1992
Conflict and courage define Television Fast Forward: Sequels & Remakes of Cancelled Series 1955-1992, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Lee Goldberg that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
The Best TV Shows That Never Were
The Best TV Shows That Never Were continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Unsold Television Pilots: 1955-1989
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Unsold Television Pilots: 1955-1989, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
The James Bond Films 1962-1989
The James Bond Films 1962-1989 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
The Joy of Sets
The Joy of Sets continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Lee Goldberg's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Deadly Games
A gripping mystery unfolds in Deadly Games as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Plays series showcases Lee Goldberg's mastery of suspense.
Dame Edna: Detective
The investigation intensifies in Dame Edna: Detective, as this installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Plays series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Lee Goldberg's creation.
Tied In: The Business, History and Craft of Media Tie-In Writing
Tied In: The Business, History and Craft of Media Tie-In Writing is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Lee Goldberg have come to expect.
Writing Crime Fiction
The investigation intensifies in Writing Crime Fiction, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Lee Goldberg's creation.
The Rising Dead
A gripping mystery unfolds in The Rising Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Lee Goldberg's mastery of suspense.
Collectibles
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Collectibles, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
Eight Very Bad Nights
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Eight Very Bad Nights, another outstanding contribution from Lee Goldberg.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lee Goldberg?
Lee Goldberg is a bestselling author known for 15 book series containing over 72 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Charlie Willis Books, Publication Order of Crown Vic Books, Publication Order of Diagnosis Murder Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Lee Goldberg series to start with?
For readers new to Lee Goldberg's work, the Publication Order of Charlie Willis Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 2 books. Begin with My Gun Has Bullets to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Lee Goldberg written?
Lee Goldberg has written over 72 books across 15 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Lee Goldberg books in order?
Yes, reading Lee Goldberg'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 Lee Goldberg write in?
Lee Goldberg writes primarily in fiction. With 15 series across 72 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Lee Goldberg's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Lee Goldberg'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 Lee Goldberg's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Lee Goldberg's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Charlie Willis Books series. The first book, My Gun Has Bullets, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.