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ⓘ About Janet Evanovich
Over forty novels have been written and published by Evanovich. She has also been able to work collaboratively with other writers like Charlotte Hughes, Stephen J. Cannell and Lee Goldberg. Her debut novel, Hero at Large,got published in 1987 under her pseudo-name Steffie Hall. In 1988, she landed a deal with Bantam Loveswept publishing house. For the subsequent five years, she began writing romance novels for Bantam under her real name. This experience was beneficial to Evanovich because she learnt how to create characters that the reader would love and identify with. She stamped her identity in writing with her style that featured humor amidst the dominant romantic theme. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, Janet Evanovich 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 Janet Evanovich
One for the Money
One for the Money is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Two for the Dough
Two for the Dough is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Three to Get Deadly
A gripping mystery unfolds in Three to Get Deadly as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series showcases Janet Evanovich's mastery of suspense.
Four to Score
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Four to Score, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
High Five
High Five is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Hot Six
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Hot Six, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Seven Up
Seven Up continues the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hard Eight
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Hard Eight, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
To the Nines
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with To the Nines, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Ten Big Ones
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Ten Big Ones, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Eleven on Top
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Eleven on Top, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Twelve Sharp
Twelve Sharp is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Lean Mean Thirteen
Lean Mean Thirteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Fearless Fourteen
Fearless Fourteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Finger Lickin' Fifteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Finger Lickin' Fifteen, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Sizzling Sixteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Sizzling Sixteen, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Smokin' Seventeen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Smokin' Seventeen, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Explosive Eighteen
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Explosive Eighteen, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Notorious Nineteen
Notorious Nineteen is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Takedown Twenty
Takedown Twenty is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Top Secret Twenty-One
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Top Secret Twenty-One, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Tricky Twenty-Two
Tricky Twenty-Two is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Turbo Twenty-Three
Turbo Twenty-Three continues the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hardcore Twenty-Four
Hardcore Twenty-Four is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Look Alive Twenty-Five
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Look Alive Twenty-Five, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Twisted Twenty-Six
Twisted Twenty-Six continues the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fortune and Glory
Fortune and Glory is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Game On
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books with Game On, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Going Rogue
Going Rogue continues the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dirty Thirty
Dirty Thirty continues the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Now or Never
Now or Never continues the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Split Second: Thirty-Two Switcheroo
Magic takes center stage in Split Second: Thirty-Two Switcheroo, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Janet Evanovich.
Visions of Sugar Plums
Visions of Sugar Plums is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Between the Numbers/Holiday Novels Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Plum Lovin'
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Between the Numbers/Holiday Novels Books with Plum Lovin', another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Plum Lucky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Between the Numbers/Holiday Novels Books with Plum Lucky, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Plum Spooky
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Between the Numbers/Holiday Novels Books with Plum Spooky, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Metro Girl
Metro Girl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alexandra Barnaby Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Motor Mouth
Motor Mouth continues the Publication Order of Alexandra Barnaby Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Troublemaker
Troublemaker is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alexandra Barnaby Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Troublemaker 2
Troublemaker 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Alexandra Barnaby Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Love in a Nutshell
Love in a Nutshell explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Culhane Family Books series by Janet Evanovich.
The Husband List
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Culhane Family Books with The Husband List, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Back to the Bedroom
Back to the Bedroom is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Elsie Hawkins Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Smitten
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Elsie Hawkins Books with Smitten, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Wife for Hire
Wife for Hire continues the Publication Order of Elsie Hawkins Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Rocky Road to Romance
The Rocky Road to Romance explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Elsie Hawkins Books series by Janet Evanovich.
Full House
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Full/Max Holt Books with Full House, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Full Tilt
Full Tilt continues the Publication Order of Full/Max Holt Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Full Speed
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Full/Max Holt Books with Full Speed, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Full Blast
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Full/Max Holt Books with Full Blast, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Full Bloom
Full Bloom is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Full/Max Holt Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Full Scoop
Full Scoop is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Full/Max Holt Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
The Recovery Agent
The investigation intensifies in The Recovery Agent, as this installment of the Publication Order of Gabriella Rose Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Janet Evanovich's creation.
The King's Ransom
The King's Ransom is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Gabriella Rose Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Hot Stuff
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Hot/Cate Madigan Books with Hot Stuff, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Wicked Appetite
Wicked Appetite is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lizzy & Diesel Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Wicked Business
Wicked Business continues the Publication Order of Lizzy & Diesel Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Caper
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Kate O'Hare & Nicolas Fox Books with The Caper, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Dangerous Minds
Dangerous Minds continues the Publication Order of Knight and Moon Books story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Thanksgiving
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Thanksgiving, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
The Grand Finale
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Grand Finale, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
Manhunt
Manhunt is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
Love Overboard / Ivan Takes a Wife
Love Overboard / Ivan Takes a Wife explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Janet Evanovich.
Naughty Neighbor
Naughty Neighbor continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Janet Evanovich's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
The Plot Thickens
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with The Plot Thickens, another outstanding contribution from Janet Evanovich.
First Cases, Volume 3
First Cases, Volume 3 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Janet Evanovich have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Janet Evanovich?
Janet Evanovich is a bestselling author known for 14 book series containing over 67 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books, Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Between the Numbers/Holiday Novels Books, Publication Order of Alexandra Barnaby Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Janet Evanovich series to start with?
For readers new to Janet Evanovich's work, the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 32 books. Begin with One for the Money to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Janet Evanovich written?
Janet Evanovich has written over 67 books across 14 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Janet Evanovich books in order?
Yes, reading Janet Evanovich'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 Janet Evanovich write in?
Janet Evanovich writes primarily in fiction. With 14 series across 67 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Janet Evanovich's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Janet Evanovich'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 Janet Evanovich's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Janet Evanovich's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Stephanie Plum Books series. The first book, One for the Money, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.