J.A. Jance

6 Book Series
93 Total Books

📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books Best for beginners - Start with "Until Proven Guilty" (1985)
Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books Popular choice - Start with "Desert Heat" (1993)
Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books Popular choice - Start with "Edge of Evil" (2005)
Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books Popular choice - Start with "Hour of the Hunter" (1991)

About the Author

Judith ‘J.A.’ Jance is a prolific American author who has captivated readers with multiple mystery series. She doesn’t just follow one detective but has created a number of distinct investigative worlds. For instance, one series centers on a retired Seattle police detective, while another follows an Arizona county sheriff. Then there’s also a series featuring a former Los Angeles news anchor who finds herself solving crimes, just to name a few. For dedicated fans, a special pleasure occurs when these separate worlds collide. The Seattle detective and the Arizona sheriff have joined forces in more than one novel. This crossover creates a richer experience for those who follow all of Jance’s work, connecting different storylines into a broader, shared universe. Her process involv. J.A. Jance is the author of over 93 books across 6 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, J.A. Jance has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books

30 books
  • Until Proven Guilty 'Until Proven Guilty' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (1985) ⭐ Start here
  • Injustice For All Experience the magic of 'Injustice For All' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (1986) ⭐ Start here
  • Trial by Fury Experience the magic of 'Trial by Fury' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (1986) ⭐ Start here
  • Taking the Fifth Join the adventure in 'Taking the Fifth' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (1987) ⭐ Start here
  • Improbable Cause Join the adventure in 'Improbable Cause' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (1988) ⭐ Start here
  • A More Perfect Union The Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series continues with 'A More Perfect Union', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (1988) ⭐ Start here
  • Dismissed with Prejudice Join the adventure in 'Dismissed with Prejudice' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (1989) ⭐ Start here
  • Minor in Possession In 'Minor in Possession', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books saga.
    (1990) ⭐ Start here
  • Payment In Kind The Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series continues with 'Payment In Kind', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (1991) ⭐ Start here
  • Without Due Process In 'Without Due Process', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books saga.
    (1992) ⭐ Start here
  • Failure to Appear Experience the magic of 'Failure to Appear' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (1993) ⭐ Start here
  • Lying in Wait In 'Lying in Wait', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books saga.
    (1994) ⭐ Start here
  • Name Withheld Join the adventure in 'Name Withheld' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (1996) ⭐ Start here
  • Breach Of Duty In 'Breach Of Duty', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books saga.
    (1999) ⭐ Start here
  • Birds of Prey Join the adventure in 'Birds of Prey' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • Partner in Crime 'Partner in Crime' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • Long Time Gone Join the adventure in 'Long Time Gone' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2005) ⭐ Start here
  • Justice Denied Experience the magic of 'Justice Denied' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (2007) ⭐ Start here
  • Fire and Ice Experience the magic of 'Fire and Ice' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (2009) ⭐ Start here
  • Betrayal of Trust Experience the magic of 'Betrayal of Trust' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (2011) ⭐ Start here
  • Second Watch Join the adventure in 'Second Watch' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here
  • Ring In the Dead In 'Ring In the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here
  • Stand Down The Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series continues with 'Stand Down', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • Dance of the Bones 'Dance of the Bones' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • Still Dead In 'Still Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here
  • Proof of Life In 'Proof of Life', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books saga.
    (2017) ⭐ Start here
  • Sins of the Fathers The Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series continues with 'Sins of the Fathers', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2019) ⭐ Start here
  • Nothing to Lose The Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series continues with 'Nothing to Lose', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2022) ⭐ Start here
  • Girls' Night Out Experience the magic of 'Girls' Night Out' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here
  • Den of Iniquity Experience the magic of 'Den of Iniquity' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books universe.
    (2024) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books

24 books
  • Desert Heat Experience the magic of 'Desert Heat' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books universe.
    (1993)
  • Tombstone Courage 'Tombstone Courage' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (1995)
  • Shoot Don't Shoot Join the adventure in 'Shoot Don't Shoot' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (1995)
  • Dead to Rights In 'Dead to Rights', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (1997)
  • Skeleton Canyon In 'Skeleton Canyon', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (1997)
  • Rattlesnake Crossing 'Rattlesnake Crossing' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (1998)
  • Outlaw Mountain In 'Outlaw Mountain', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (1999)
  • Devil's Claw Join the adventure in 'Devil's Claw' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2001)
  • Paradise Lost In 'Paradise Lost', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (2001)
  • Partner in Crime 'Partner in Crime' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2002)
  • Exit Wounds The Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series continues with 'Exit Wounds', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2003)
  • Dead Wrong In 'Dead Wrong', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2006)
  • Damage Control Experience the magic of 'Damage Control' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books universe.
    (2008)
  • Fire and Ice Experience the magic of 'Fire and Ice' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books universe.
    (2009)
  • Judgment Call In 'Judgment Call', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (2012)
  • The Old Blue Line Experience the magic of 'The Old Blue Line' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books universe.
    (2014)
  • Remains of Innocence In 'Remains of Innocence', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (2014)
  • No Honor Among Thieves Join the adventure in 'No Honor Among Thieves' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2015)
  • Random Acts 'Random Acts' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2016)
  • Downfall In 'Downfall', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (2016)
  • Field of Bones Join the adventure in 'Field of Bones' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2018)
  • Missing and Endangered 'Missing and Endangered' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2021)
  • Blessing of the Lost Girls In 'Blessing of the Lost Girls', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (2023)
  • The Girl from Devil's Lake In 'The Girl from Devil's Lake', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books saga.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books

21 books
  • Edge of Evil The Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series continues with 'Edge of Evil', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2005)
  • Web of Evil Join the adventure in 'Web of Evil' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2007)
  • Hand of Evil 'Hand of Evil' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2007)
  • Cruel Intent 'Cruel Intent' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2008)
  • Trial by Fire Join the adventure in 'Trial by Fire' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2009)
  • Fatal Error Join the adventure in 'Fatal Error' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2011)
  • Left for Dead In 'Left for Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2012)
  • Deadly Stakes In 'Deadly Stakes', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2013)
  • Moving Target The Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series continues with 'Moving Target', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2014)
  • A Last Goodbye In 'A Last Goodbye', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books saga.
    (2014)
  • Cold Betrayal In 'Cold Betrayal', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books saga.
    (2015)
  • No Honor Among Thieves Join the adventure in 'No Honor Among Thieves' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2015)
  • Clawback 'Clawback' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2016)
  • Random Acts 'Random Acts' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2016)
  • Man Overboard The Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series continues with 'Man Overboard', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2017)
  • Duel to the Death In 'Duel to the Death', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2018)
  • The A List Join the adventure in 'The A List' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2019)
  • Credible Threat The Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series continues with 'Credible Threat', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2020)
  • Unfinished Business Join the adventure in 'Unfinished Business' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2021)
  • Collateral Damage The Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series continues with 'Collateral Damage', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2023)
  • OverKill In 'OverKill', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2025)

Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books

6 books
  • Hour of the Hunter Experience the magic of 'Hour of the Hunter' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books universe.
    (1991)
  • Kiss of the Bees 'Kiss of the Bees' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (1993)
  • Day of the Dead In 'Day of the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books series by J.A. Jance.
    (2004)
  • Queen of the Night 'Queen of the Night' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2010)
  • Dance of the Bones 'Dance of the Bones' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2015)
  • Blessing of the Lost Girls In 'Blessing of the Lost Girls', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Walker Family Mysteries Books saga.
    (2023)

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

1 books
  • After the Fire The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'After the Fire', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (1984)

Publication Order of Anthologies

11 books
  • Partners in Crime 'Partners in Crime' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (1994)
  • Crafty Cat Crimes 'Crafty Cat Crimes' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (2000)
  • The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 1 'The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 1' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (2000)
  • Naked Came the Phoenix In 'Naked Came the Phoenix', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2001)
  • Bark M For Murder In 'Bark M For Murder', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (2006)
  • The Deadly Bride and 19 of the Year's Finest Crime and Mystery Stories In 'The Deadly Bride and 19 of the Year's Finest Crime and Mystery Stories', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (2006)
  • Writer in the Library: 41 Writers Reveal How They Use Libraries to Develop Their Skill, Craft & Careers In 'Writer in the Library: 41 Writers Reveal How They Use Libraries to Develop Their Skill, Craft & Careers', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (2008)
  • Suspense Magazine January 2010 Join the adventure in 'Suspense Magazine January 2010' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (2010)
  • No Rest for the Dead In 'No Rest for the Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by J.A. Jance.
    (2011)
  • Mystery Writers of America Presents Ice Cold The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Mystery Writers of America Presents Ice Cold', another thrilling entry from J.A. Jance.
    (2014)
  • MatchUp 'MatchUp' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world J.A. Jance has created.
    (2017)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is J.A. Jance?

J.A. Jance is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 93 books. Popular series include Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books, Publication Order of Joanna Brady Books, Publication Order of Ali Reynolds Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best J.A. Jance book series to start with?

For readers new to J.A. Jance's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of J.P. Beaumont Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 30 books, it offers a perfect entry point to J.A. Jance's writing.

Q: How many books has J.A. Jance written?

J.A. Jance has written over 93 books across 6 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.

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