Phyllis A. Whitney Books in Order
Phyllis A. Whitney is a renowned American mystery writer, celebrated for crafting engaging mysteries for both juvenile and adult audiences, often set against exotic backdrops. Nicknamed "The Queen of the American Gothics" by The New York Times, her work has captivated readers worldwide. Born in Japan to American parents, Whitney's early years in Asia significantly influenced her writing style. With a prolific career spanning over seven decades, she penned more than seventy novels, earning her a reputation as a master of the genre. Her accolades include two Edgar Awards from the Mystery Writers of America, for The Mystery of the Haunted Pool (1961) and The Mystery of the Hidden Hand (1964). In 1988, the organization honored her with the prestigious Grand Master Award for lifetime achievement in mystery writing.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Phyllis A. Whitney
- #1AmazonA Place for Ann(1941)
- #2AmazonA Star for Ginny(1942)
- #3AmazonA Window for Julie(1943)
- #4AmazonThe Red Carnelian / Red is for Murder(1943)
- #5AmazonThe Silver Inkwell(1945)
- #6AmazonWillow Hill(1947)
- #7AmazonEver After(1948)
- #8AmazonThe Mystery of the Gulls(1949)
- #9AmazonLinda's Homecoming(1950)
- #10AmazonMystery of the Strange Traveler / The Island of Dark Woods(1951)
- #11AmazonLove Me, Love Me Not(1952)
- #12AmazonStep to the Music(1953)
- #13AmazonThe Mystery of the Black Diamonds(1954)
- #14AmazonA Long Time Coming(1954)
- #15AmazonMystery on the Isle of Skye(1955)
- #16AmazonThe Quicksilver Pool(1955)
- #17AmazonThe Highest Dream(1956)
- #18AmazonThe Fire and the Gold(1956)
- #19AmazonThe Trembling Hills(1956)
- #20AmazonSkye Cameron(1957)
- #21AmazonMystery of the Green Cat(1957)
- #22AmazonThe Moonflower(1958)
- #23AmazonSecret of the Samurai Sword(1958)
- #24AmazonCreole Holiday(1959)
- #25AmazonWindow on the Square(1960)
- #26AmazonMystery of the Haunted Pool(1960)
- #27AmazonThunder Heights(1960)
- #28AmazonSecret of the Tiger's Eye(1961)
- #29AmazonBlue Fire(1961)
- #30AmazonMystery of the Golden Horn(1962)
- #31AmazonMystery of the Hidden Hand(1963)
- #32AmazonSeven Tears for Apollo(1963)
- #33AmazonSecret of the Emerald Star(1964)
- #34AmazonBlack Amber(1964)
- #35AmazonSea Jade(1964)
- #36AmazonMystery of the Angry Idol(1965)
- #37AmazonColumbella(1966)
- #38AmazonSilverhill(1967)
- #39AmazonSecret of the Spotted Shell(1967)
- #40AmazonHunter's Green(1968)
- #41AmazonThe Secret of Goblin Glen(1969)
- #42AmazonThe Secret of the Missing Footprint(1969)
- #43AmazonThe Mystery of the Crimson Ghost(1969)
- #44AmazonThe Winter People(1969)
- #45AmazonLost Island(1970)
- #46AmazonThe Vanishing Scarecrow(1971)
- #47AmazonListen for the Whisperer(1971)
- #48AmazonNobody Likes Trina(1972)
- #49AmazonMystery of the Scowling Boy(1973)
- #50AmazonSnowfire(1973)
- #51AmazonThe Turquoise Mask(1974)
- #52AmazonSecret of Haunted Mesa(1975)
- #53AmazonSpindrift(1975)
- #54AmazonThe Golden Unicorn(1976)
- #55AmazonSong of the Shaggy Canary(1976)
- #56AmazonThe Stone Bull(1977)
- #57AmazonSecret of the Stone Face(1977)
- #58AmazonThe Glass Flame(1978)
- #59AmazonDomino(1979)
- #60AmazonPoinciana(1980)
- #61AmazonVermilion(1981)
- #62AmazonEmerald(1982)
- #63AmazonRainsong(1984)
- #64AmazonDream of Orchids(1985)
- #65AmazonFlaming Tree(1985)
- #66AmazonSilversword(1987)
- #67AmazonFeather on the Moon(1988)
- #68AmazonRainbow in the Mist(1989)
- #69AmazonThe Singing Stones(1990)
- #70AmazonWoman Without a Past(1991)
- #71AmazonThe Ebony Swan(1992)
- #72AmazonStar Flight(1993)
- #73AmazonDaughter of the Stars(1994)
- #74AmazonAmethyst Dreams(1997)
About Phyllis A. Whitney
Phyllis A. Whitney is a renowned American mystery writer, celebrated for crafting engaging mysteries for both juvenile and adult audiences, often set against exotic backdrops. Nicknamed "The Queen of the American Gothics" by The New York Times, her work has captivated readers worldwide. Born in Japan to American parents, Whitney's early years in Asia significantly influenced her writing style. With a prolific career spanning over seven decades, she penned more than seventy novels, earning her a reputation as a master of the genre. Her accolades include two Edgar Awards from the Mystery Writers of America, for The Mystery of the Haunted Pool (1961) and The Mystery of the Hidden Hand (1964). In 1988, the organization honored her with the prestigious Grand Master Award for lifetime achievement in mystery writing.
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