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ⓘ About Sharyn McCrumb
The most successful authors are those that can find their own voice and unique identity. Sharyn McCrumb is that author. McCrumb, a Virginia native, stands to claim that the American south is a mix of cultures, not simply one. From a young age, she noticed the differences between what she calls the “flatland people” and the “mountain people.” McCrumb was frustrated that the south was primarily represented by plantation culture. Because of this, her work is focused around the lives of the early mountain people; the culture she feels more apart of. With the backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains, this celebrated author commands the hearts of her readers to investigate the often forgotten, often heartbreaking lives of the people that came before her. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Ballad Books series, Sharyn McCrumb 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 Sharyn McCrumb
If Ever I Return, Pretty Peggy-O
If Ever I Return, Pretty Peggy-O is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ballad Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter
The Hangman's Beautiful Daughter is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ballad Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
She Walks These Hills
She Walks These Hills is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ballad Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
The Rosewood Casket
The Rosewood Casket continues the Publication Order of Ballad Books story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ballad of Frankie Silver
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ballad Books with The Ballad of Frankie Silver, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
The Songcatcher
The Songcatcher continues the Publication Order of Ballad Books story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ghost Riders
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ballad Books with Ghost Riders, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
The Devil Amongst the Lawyers
The Devil Amongst the Lawyers continues the Publication Order of Ballad Books story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Ballad of Tom Dooley
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ballad Books with The Ballad of Tom Dooley, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
King's Mountain
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ballad Books with King's Mountain, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Nora Bonesteel's Christmas Past
Nora Bonesteel's Christmas Past is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ballad Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Prayers the Devil Answers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Ballad Books with Prayers the Devil Answers, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Sick of Shadows
Sick of Shadows continues the Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lovely in Her Bones
Lovely in Her Bones explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books series by Sharyn McCrumb.
Highland Laddie Gone
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books with Highland Laddie Gone, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Paying the Piper
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books with Paying the Piper, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
The Windsor Knot
The Windsor Knot is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Missing Susan
Missing Susan is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
MacPherson's Lament
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books with MacPherson's Lament, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
If I'd Killed Him When I Met Him...
A gripping mystery unfolds in If I'd Killed Him When I Met Him... as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books series showcases Sharyn McCrumb's mastery of suspense.
The PMS Outlaws
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books with The PMS Outlaws, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Bimbos of the Death Sun
A gripping mystery unfolds in Bimbos of the Death Sun as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Jay Omega Books series showcases Sharyn McCrumb's mastery of suspense.
Zombies of the Gene Pool
Zombies of the Gene Pool is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jay Omega Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
St. Dale
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of St. Dale Books with St. Dale, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Once Around The Track
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of St. Dale Books with Once Around The Track, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
The Unquiet Grave
The Unquiet Grave continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Wee Doch and Doris
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with A Wee Doch and Doris, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
The Luncheon
The Luncheon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Remains to Be Seen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Remains to Be Seen, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Happiness Is a Dead Poet
A gripping mystery unfolds in Happiness Is a Dead Poet as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series showcases Sharyn McCrumb's mastery of suspense.
The Monster of Glarnis
The Monster of Glarnis is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Our Separate Days
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Story Collections with Our Separate Days, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Foggy Mountain Breakdown and Other Stories
Foggy Mountain Breakdown and Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fairy Tale Princesses of the Civil War
Conflict and courage define Fairy Tale Princesses of the Civil War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Sharyn McCrumb that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.
Old Land, Dark Land, Strange Land
Old Land, Dark Land, Strange Land is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Sharyn McCrumb's Appalachia
Sharyn McCrumb's Appalachia continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Mistletoe Mysteries
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Mistletoe Mysteries, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Sisters in Crime 2
The investigation intensifies in Sisters in Crime 2, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Sharyn McCrumb's creation.
Malice Domestic 1
Malice Domestic 1 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Women of Mystery II
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Women of Mystery II, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Partners in Crime
The investigation intensifies in Partners in Crime, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Sharyn McCrumb's creation.
The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1995
The investigation intensifies in The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories 1995, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Sharyn McCrumb's creation.
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 Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Vengeance is Hers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Vengeance is Hers, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
First Cases, Volume 2
First Cases, Volume 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Mystery's Most Wanted
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Mystery's Most Wanted, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
AZ Murder Goes... Artful
A gripping mystery unfolds in AZ Murder Goes... Artful as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Sharyn McCrumb's mastery of suspense.
Once Upon a Crime
The investigation intensifies in Once Upon a Crime, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Sharyn McCrumb's creation.
Malice Domestic 7
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Malice Domestic 7, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Tails of Wonder and Imagination
Tails of Wonder and Imagination continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Murder, My Dear Watson
A gripping mystery unfolds in Murder, My Dear Watson as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Sharyn McCrumb's mastery of suspense.
The Dark: New Ghost Stories
The Dark: New Ghost Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 4
The investigation intensifies in The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 4, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Sharyn McCrumb's creation.
The Longman Anthology of Detective Fiction
The investigation intensifies in The Longman Anthology of Detective Fiction, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Sharyn McCrumb's creation.
Mr. President, Private Eye
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Mr. President, Private Eye, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 5
The investigation intensifies in The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 5, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Sharyn McCrumb's creation.
Thou Shalt Not Kill
A gripping mystery unfolds in Thou Shalt Not Kill as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Sharyn McCrumb's mastery of suspense.
Transgressions
Transgressions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Transgressions, Vol. 3
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Transgressions, Vol. 3, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
Transgressions, Vol. 4
Transgressions, Vol. 4 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Poe: 19 New Tales of Suspense, Dark Fantasy, and Horror Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe
Poe: 19 New Tales of Suspense, Dark Fantasy, and Horror Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Blood Lite
A gripping mystery unfolds in Blood Lite as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Sharyn McCrumb's mastery of suspense.
The Monster's Corner
The Monster's Corner continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Sharyn McCrumb's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
27 Views of Asheville: A Southern Mountain Town in Prose & Poetry
27 Views of Asheville: A Southern Mountain Town in Prose & Poetry is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Sharyn McCrumb have come to expect.
Not Everyone's Cup of Tea
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Not Everyone's Cup of Tea, another outstanding contribution from Sharyn McCrumb.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sharyn McCrumb?
Sharyn McCrumb is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 65 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Ballad Books, Publication Order of Elizabeth MacPherson Books, Publication Order of Jay Omega Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Sharyn McCrumb series to start with?
For readers new to Sharyn McCrumb's work, the Publication Order of Ballad Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 12 books. Begin with If Ever I Return, Pretty Peggy-O to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Sharyn McCrumb written?
Sharyn McCrumb has written over 65 books across 9 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Sharyn McCrumb books in order?
Yes, reading Sharyn McCrumb'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 Sharyn McCrumb write in?
Sharyn McCrumb writes primarily in fiction. With 9 series across 65 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Sharyn McCrumb's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Sharyn McCrumb'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 Sharyn McCrumb's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Sharyn McCrumb's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Ballad Books series. The first book, If Ever I Return, Pretty Peggy-O, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.