About
Barbara Ross
Barbara Ross (born 1948) is an American author best known for her work in the fantasy genre. Born in Ohio, Ross graduated from Ohio State University with a degree in education. She taught high school mathematics for eight years before pursuing her passion for writing. Her debut novel, "The Pit Dragon Chronicles," was published in 1990. The series became a popular fantasy tale, spawning four sequels and winning the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Children's Literature in 1991. Ross's other notable works include the "Caballo" trilogy, the "Wolfheart" series, and the "Warriors of the Light" series. Her books have been praised for their strong characters, vivid settings, and engaging plots. Ross has won numerous awards, including the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award, the Golden Aurealis Award, and the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award. Her works have been translated into multiple languages and have sold over a million copies worldwide.
Book Series by Barbara Ross
Maine Clambake Mystery Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Clammed Up | 2013 | Buy on Amazon |
| Boiled Over | 2014 | Buy on Amazon |
| Musseled Out | 2015 | Buy on Amazon |
| Fogged Inn | 2016 | Buy on Amazon |
| Nogged Off (Short Story) | 2016 | Buy on Amazon |
| Iced Under | 2016 | Buy on Amazon |
| Stowed Away | 2017 | Buy on Amazon |
| Steamed Open | 2018 | Buy on Amazon |
| Sealed Off | 2019 | Buy on Amazon |
| Shucked Apart | 2021 | Buy on Amazon |
| Halloween Party Murder ( With: Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis) | 2021 | Buy on Amazon |
| Muddled Through | 2022 | Buy on Amazon |
| Hidden Beneath | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
| Scared Off | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
| Easter Basket Murder ( With: Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis) | 2024 | Buy on Amazon |
| Torn Asunder | 2024 | Buy on Amazon |
Chief Ruth Murphy Mystery Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| The Death of an Ambitious Woman | 2010 | Buy on Amazon |
Jane Darrowfield Series
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Darrowfield, Professional Busybody | 2020 | Buy on Amazon |
| Jane Darrowfield and the Madwoman Next Door | 2021 | Buy on Amazon |
Barbara Ross Other Novels
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Hallowed Out | 2022 | Buy on Amazon |
| Logged On | 2022 | Buy on Amazon |
Barbara Ross Short Stories/Novellas
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Bread Baby | 2013 | Buy on Amazon |
Barbara Ross Short Story Collections
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Eggnog Murder | 2016 | Buy on Amazon |
| Yule Log Murder | 2018 | Buy on Amazon |
Barbara Ross Non-Fiction Books
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| The Paysanne Cook Book ( With: Bob Ross) | 2018 | Buy on Amazon |
Lucy Stone Series with Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Mistletoe Murder / Mail Order Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 1991 | Buy on Amazon |
| Tippy Toe Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 1994 | Buy on Amazon |
| Trick or Treat Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 1996 | Buy on Amazon |
| Back to School Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 1997 | Buy on Amazon |
| Valentine Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 1999 | Buy on Amazon |
| Christmas Cookie Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 1999 | Buy on Amazon |
| Turkey Day Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2000 | Buy on Amazon |
| Wedding Day Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2001 | Buy on Amazon |
| Birthday Party Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2002 | Buy on Amazon |
| Father's Day Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2003 | Buy on Amazon |
| Star Spangled Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2004 | Buy on Amazon |
| New Year's Eve Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2005 | Buy on Amazon |
| Bake Sale Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2006 | Buy on Amazon |
| St. Patrick's Day Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2008 | Buy on Amazon |
| Mother's Day Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2009 | Buy on Amazon |
| Wicked Witch Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2010 | Buy on Amazon |
| English Tea Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2011 | Buy on Amazon |
| Chocolate Covered Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2011 | Buy on Amazon |
| Easter Bunny Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2013 | Buy on Amazon |
| Christmas Carol Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2013 | Buy on Amazon |
| French Pastry Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2014 | Buy on Amazon |
| Candy Corn Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2015 | Buy on Amazon |
| British Manor Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2017 | Buy on Amazon |
| Turkey Trot Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2017 | Buy on Amazon |
| Eggnog Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2017 | Buy on Amazon |
| Silver Anniversary Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2018 | Buy on Amazon |
| Yule Log Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2018 | Buy on Amazon |
| Invitation Only Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2019 | Buy on Amazon |
| Christmas Card Murder ( By: Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis, Peggy Ehrhart) | 2020 | Buy on Amazon |
| Irish Parade Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2021 | Buy on Amazon |
| Halloween Party Murder ( With: Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis) | 2021 | Buy on Amazon |
| Easter Bonnet Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2022 | Buy on Amazon |
| Haunted House Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2022 | Buy on Amazon |
| Irish Coffee Murder ( With: Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis) | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
| Mother of the Bride Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
| The Christmas Thief ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
| Gingerbread Cookies and Gunshots (Short Story) ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
| Candy Canes of Christmas Past ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
| Easter Basket Murder ( With: Leslie Meier, Lee Hollis) | 2024 | Buy on Amazon |
| Patchwork Quilt Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2024 | Buy on Amazon |
| Bridal Shower Murder ( By: Leslie Meier) | 2025 | Buy on Amazon |
Barbara Ross Anthologies
| Title | Published | Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Seasmoke | 2006 | Buy on Amazon |
| Thin Ice: Crime Stories by New England Writers | 2010 | Buy on Amazon |
| Best New England Crime Stories 2012 | 2011 | Buy on Amazon |
| 25 Years in the Rearview Mirror | 2012 | Buy on Amazon |
| Best New England Crime Stories 2013: Blood Moon | 2012 | Buy on Amazon |
| Best New England Crime Stories 2014 | 2013 | Buy on Amazon |
| Someone Wicked | 2013 | Buy on Amazon |
| Writes of Passage | 2014 | Buy on Amazon |
| Best New England Crime Stories 2015 | 2014 | Buy on Amazon |
| Best New England Crime Stories 2016 | 2015 | Buy on Amazon |
| Edgar Allan Cozy | 2016 | Buy on Amazon |
| Haunted House Murder | 2019 | Buy on Amazon |
| Irish Coffee Murder | 2023 | Buy on Amazon |
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