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Mary Monica Pulver

Bestselling Author • 3 Series • 29 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books
Start with: Crewel World (1999)
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Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books
Start with: Murder at the War (1987)
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Publication Order of Anthologies
Start with: Historical Whodunits (1993)

About Mary Monica Pulver

Mary Monica Pulver otherwise known as May Kuhfeld, Margaret Frazer, and Monica Ferris is an educator, lecturer public speaker, short story writer, and novelist from Indiana. She was born in Marshall, Indiana to homemaker Marie Therese Pulver and electrician Harry Gene. Monica would later get married to museum curator Albert Kuhfeld. She spent much of her childhood and young adulthood in Wisconsin, where she graduated from a Milwaukee High School. She then joined the US Navy and for six and half years practiced as a military journalist, two of which were in London. Pulver would later get to attend the University of Wisconsin to get her college degree. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series, Mary Monica Pulver 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 Mary Monica Pulver

Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books
19 books 1999–2016
1

Crewel World

Crewel World is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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1999
2

Framed in Lace

Framed in Lace is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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1999
3

A Stitch in Time

A Stitch in Time is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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2000
4

Unraveled Sleeve

Unraveled Sleeve continues the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
5

A Murderous Yarn

A gripping mystery unfolds in A Murderous Yarn as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series showcases Mary Monica Pulver's mastery of suspense.

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2002
6

Cutwork

Cutwork continues the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
7

Hanging by a Thread

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books with Hanging by a Thread, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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2003
8

Crewel Yule

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books with Crewel Yule, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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2004
9

Embroidered Truths

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books with Embroidered Truths, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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2005
10

Sins and Needles

Sins and Needles continues the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
11

Knitting Bones

Knitting Bones is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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2007
12

Thai Die

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books with Thai Die, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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2008
13

Blackwork

Blackwork continues the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
14

Buttons and Bones

Buttons and Bones is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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2010
15

Threadbare

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books with Threadbare, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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2011
16

And Then You Dye

And Then You Dye continues the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012
17

The Drowning Spool

The Drowning Spool continues the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
18

Darned if You Do

Darned if You Do continues the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
19

Knit Your Own Murder

A gripping mystery unfolds in Knit Your Own Murder as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series showcases Mary Monica Pulver's mastery of suspense.

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2016
Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books
5 books 1987–1992
1

Murder at the War

A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder at the War as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books series showcases Mary Monica Pulver's mastery of suspense.

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1987
2

The Unforgiving Minutes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books with The Unforgiving Minutes, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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1988
3

Ashes to Ashes

Ashes to Ashes continues the Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
4

Original Sin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books with Original Sin, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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1991
5

Show Stopper

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books with Show Stopper, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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1992
Publication Order of Anthologies
5 books 1993–2012
1

Historical Whodunits

Historical Whodunits is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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1993
2

Shakespearean Whodunnits

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Shakespearean Whodunnits, another outstanding contribution from Mary Monica Pulver.

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1997
3

Royal Whodunnits

Royal Whodunnits is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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1999
4

Unholy Orders

Unholy Orders is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Mary Monica Pulver have come to expect.

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2000
5

Writes of Spring

Writes of Spring continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Mary Monica Pulver's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2012

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Mary Monica Pulver?

Mary Monica Pulver is a bestselling author known for 3 book series containing over 29 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books, Publication Order of Peter and Kori Brichter Books, Publication Order of Anthologies. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Mary Monica Pulver series to start with?

For readers new to Mary Monica Pulver's work, the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 19 books. Begin with Crewel World to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Mary Monica Pulver written?

Mary Monica Pulver has written over 29 books across 3 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Mary Monica Pulver books in order?

Yes, reading Mary Monica Pulver'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 Mary Monica Pulver write in?

Mary Monica Pulver writes primarily in fiction. With 3 series across 29 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Mary Monica Pulver's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Mary Monica Pulver'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 Mary Monica Pulver's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Mary Monica Pulver's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Needlecraft Mysteries Books series. The first book, Crewel World, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.