Cozy Case Files Books in Order

This reading order guide provides the complete list of Cozy Case Files books in order, from the very first to the latest, so you won’t miss anything!

About the Cozy Case Files Series

If you like cozy mystery books and want to try new authors the Cozy Case Files series might be for you. It’s put together by Minotaur Books and includes short stories from different mystery authors. Each story is short and easy to read so these are great if you’re busy or just want something light. They’re perfect for reading before bed or while traveling.

What’s nice about the series is you get to try out different authors and styles in one book. You can read a few pages and get a feel for each writer’s voice. Some stories are set in small towns, others in bakeries, bookshops or even yoga studios. There are also fun characters like amateur detectives, curious pets and people who just happen to get involved in solving crimes.

The first book came out in 2017 and had stories from authors like Ellie Alexander, Ellen Hart, Michelle Kelly and Donna Andrews. These authors are already established in the mystery genre so the sampler is a great way to try them out without committing to a whole book. If you like one of the stories you can always go read more by that author.

Later volumes added more authors and even more fun settings like vineyards and coastal towns. Each book is different so it’s always interesting. Some stories are funny, some are more suspenseful but they’re all light and easy to follow. Not a lot of violence or dark stuff just good puzzles and likeable characters.

One of the best things about the Cozy Case Files books is you don’t have to read them in order. You can pick up any one and enjoy. And since each story is a sample, it’s a great way to decide which author you want to read more of.

If you’re new to cozy mysteries or just want something easy and fun to read, this is a great place to start. It’s like a sampler of everything. Think of it like a mystery snack box—each story is different and you never know which one will be your favorite.