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P.D. Cacek

Bestselling Author • 10 Series • 57 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Anthologies
Start with: Deathport (1993)
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Publication Order of Night Visions Books
Start with: Night Visions: In the Blood (1984)
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Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: The Adventures of Threadwell the Tailor (1998)

About P.D. Cacek

P.D. Cacek is an American published author of fictional novels. Her full name is Patricia Diana Joy Anne Cacek. She also goes by the nickname ‘Trish’. Cacek was born on December 22, 1951, in Hollywood, California. She’s known for writing novels and short stories, many of which are in the horror genre. She went to Hollywood High for high school and graduated, going on to higher learning. She attended California State University at Long Beach in 1975 and graduated with her B.A. degree in the fields of English and Creative Writing. She is married to her husband Joe Cacek, Jr. The two first met while she was in college. They got married in 1977 and share two sons together. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Anthologies series, P.D. Cacek 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 P.D. Cacek

Publication Order of Second Books
2 books 2019–2020
1

Second Lives

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Second Books with Second Lives, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2019
2

Second Chances

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Second Books with Second Chances, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2020
Publication Order of Night Visions Books
11 books 1984–2006
1

Night Visions: In the Blood

A gripping mystery unfolds in Night Visions: In the Blood as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Night Visions Books series showcases P.D. Cacek's mastery of suspense.

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1984
2

Night Visions

Night Visions continues the Publication Order of Night Visions Books story arc with P.D. Cacek's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
3

Night Visions 2

Night Visions 2 continues the Publication Order of Night Visions Books story arc with P.D. Cacek's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
4

Night Visions 3

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Night Visions Books with Night Visions 3, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1986
5

Night Visions: The Hellbound Heart

Night Visions: The Hellbound Heart explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Night Visions Books series by P.D. Cacek.

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1986
6

Night Visions 6

Night Visions 6 continues the Publication Order of Night Visions Books story arc with P.D. Cacek's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
7

Night Visions 8

Night Visions 8 continues the Publication Order of Night Visions Books story arc with P.D. Cacek's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
8

Night Visions 9

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Night Visions Books with Night Visions 9, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1991
9

Night Visions 10

Night Visions 10 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Night Visions Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2001
10

Night Visions 11

Night Visions 11 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Night Visions Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2004
11

Night Visions 12

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Night Visions Books with Night Visions 12, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2006
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
7 books 1998–2022
1

The Adventures of Threadwell the Tailor

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Adventures of Threadwell the Tailor, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1998
2

Night Prayers

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Night Prayers, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1998
3

Canyons

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Canyons, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2000
4

Night Players

Night Players is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2001
5

Visitation Rites

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Visitation Rites, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2013
6

The Selkie

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Selkie, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2015
7

Sebastian

Sebastian is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2022
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
3 books 1995–1999
1

Metalica

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Metalica, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1995
2

Dust Motes

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Dust Motes, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1997
3

The Grave

The Grave is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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1999
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
4 books 1997–2010
1

Leavings

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Leavings, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1997
2

In the Spirit

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with In the Spirit, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2002
3

Eros Interruptus

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Eros Interruptus, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2005
4

Sympathy for the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Sympathy for the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series showcases P.D. Cacek's mastery of suspense.

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2010
Publication Order of Fiction Without Frontiers Books
1 books 2019–2019
1

Second Lives

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fiction Without Frontiers Books with Second Lives, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2019
Publication Order of Necon Modern Horror Books
2 books 2004–2010
1

The Wind Caller

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Necon Modern Horror Books with The Wind Caller, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2004
2

Sympathy for the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Sympathy for the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Necon Modern Horror Books series showcases P.D. Cacek's mastery of suspense.

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2010
Chronological Order of Necon Modern Horror Books
2 books 2010–2004
1

Sympathy for the Dead

A gripping mystery unfolds in Sympathy for the Dead as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Chronological Order of Necon Modern Horror Books series showcases P.D. Cacek's mastery of suspense.

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2010
2

The Wind Caller

Readers dive deeper into the world of Chronological Order of Necon Modern Horror Books with The Wind Caller, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2004
Publication Order of Crossroad Press Ladies of Horror Books
1 books 2004–2004
1

The Wind Caller

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Crossroad Press Ladies of Horror Books with The Wind Caller, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2004
Publication Order of Anthologies
24 books 1993–2020
1

Deathport

A gripping mystery unfolds in Deathport as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases P.D. Cacek's mastery of suspense.

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1993
2

Return to the Twilight Zone

Return to the Twilight Zone continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with P.D. Cacek's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1994
3

100 Wicked Little Witch Stories

Magic takes center stage in 100 Wicked Little Witch Stories, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Anthologies series that expands the enchanting world created by P.D. Cacek.

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1995
4

Desire Burn

Desire Burn explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by P.D. Cacek.

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1995
5

Blood Muse

A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Muse as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases P.D. Cacek's mastery of suspense.

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1995
6

David Copperfield's Tales of the Impossible

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with David Copperfield's Tales of the Impossible, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1995
7

Fear the Fever

Fear the Fever is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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1996
8

Gothic Ghosts

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Gothic Ghosts, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1997
9

Peter S. Beagle's Immortal Unicorn, Part 1

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Peter S. Beagle's Immortal Unicorn, Part 1, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1998
10

Eleventh Annual Collection

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Eleventh Annual Collection, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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1998
11

Whitley Strieber's Aliens

Whitley Strieber's Aliens is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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1999
12

999: New Stories of Horror and Suspense

999: New Stories of Horror and Suspense is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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1999
13

Whispered from the Grave

Whispered from the Grave is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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1999
14

Bell, Book & Beyond

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Bell, Book & Beyond, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2000
15

Shelf Life: Fantastic Stories Celebrating Bookstores

Shelf Life: Fantastic Stories Celebrating Bookstores is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2002
16

Fatal Attractions

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Fatal Attractions, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2003
17

Once Upon a Slime

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Once Upon a Slime, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2003
18

Night Visions 12

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Night Visions 12, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2006
19

Dark Passions

Dark Passions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2007
20

The Big Book of NECON

The Big Book of NECON is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2009
21

Seeds of Fear

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Seeds of Fear, another outstanding contribution from P.D. Cacek.

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2011
22

Journals of Horror: Found Fiction

Journals of Horror: Found Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of P.D. Cacek have come to expect.

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2014
23

The Twisted Book Of Shadows

The Twisted Book Of Shadows continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with P.D. Cacek's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2019
24

Hauntings

Hauntings continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with P.D. Cacek's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is P.D. Cacek?

P.D. Cacek is a bestselling author known for 10 book series containing over 57 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Second Books, Publication Order of Night Visions Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best P.D. Cacek series to start with?

For readers new to P.D. Cacek's work, the Publication Order of Anthologies series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 24 books. Begin with Deathport to start from the very beginning.

How many books has P.D. Cacek written?

P.D. Cacek has written over 57 books across 10 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read P.D. Cacek books in order?

Yes, reading P.D. Cacek'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 P.D. Cacek write in?

P.D. Cacek writes primarily in fiction. With 10 series across 57 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are P.D. Cacek's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of P.D. Cacek'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 P.D. Cacek's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, P.D. Cacek's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Anthologies series. The first book, Deathport, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.