Peggy Ehrhart Books in Order: A Complete Guide to Her Cozy Mystery Series
Peggy Ehrhart is an American mystery author known for combining traditional whodunit storytelling with distinctive settings and everyday interests. Her novels bring together amateur sleuths, suspicious deaths, small-town communities, and groups of characters who often become involved in investigations they never expected to handle. Knitting, quilting, cooking, and blues music are more than decorative details in her fiction; they help shape the atmosphere and personalities of her mystery series.
Her bibliography includes three notable mystery series: Maxx Maxwell Mysteries, A Knit & Nibble Mystery, and Quilt Whisperer Mystery. The first follows a blues musician who becomes involved in solving crimes, while the second centers on a knitting-club community in New Jersey. Her newer series introduces a museum curator with a special interest in quilts. This guide organizes Peggy Ehrhart’s novels, shorter mystery stories, and collaborative collections so readers can find the right starting point and follow the books without confusing standalone contributions with full-length novels.
Peggy Ehrhart Books in Publication Order
Peggy Ehrhart’s bibliography includes two early Maxx Maxwell novels, twelve full-length Knit & Nibble mysteries, and the beginning of her Quilt Whisperer series. She has also contributed short stories to several multi-author cozy mystery collections.
1. Maxx Maxwell Mysteries in Order
The Maxx Maxwell mysteries are Peggy Ehrhart’s earliest crime-fiction novels. They feature Elizabeth “Maxx” Maxwell, a blues singer and waitress in New Jersey who becomes involved in murder investigations while trying to build her musical career.
Ehrhart’s own experience playing guitar helped inspire this series. Unlike her later craft-themed cozy mysteries, these early books spend more time in the world of struggling musicians, live performances, recording studios, and the blues scene.
1. Sweet Man Is Gone (2008)
Sweet Man Is Gone introduces Elizabeth “Maxx” Maxwell, a talented blues singer trying to establish herself while making ends meet through her waitress job in Hackensack, New Jersey. She performs with her band, Maxximum Blues, whose musical ambitions give her a reason to keep pursuing a career despite the difficulties of everyday life.
Her personal and professional world changes when Jimmy Nashville, a guitarist in her band, falls to his death from the window of his ninth-floor apartment. The authorities rule his death a suicide, but Maxx isn’t convinced. She decides to investigate for herself, looking into Jimmy’s complicated relationships and the people around him.
The novel combines a traditional murder mystery with the atmosphere of the local music scene. Maxx’s determination, musical knowledge, and willingness to question the official explanation make her an interesting amateur sleuth. Readers who enjoy mysteries with musicians, unconventional female protagonists, and a less traditional cozy-mystery setting may appreciate this early Peggy Ehrhart novel.
2. Got No Friend Anyhow (2011)
In Got No Friend Anyhow, Maxx Maxwell and her band, Maxximum Blues, are making progress in the Manhattan music scene. A professionally produced CD could help them attract festival organizers and take their musical ambitions further. Maxx turns to Prowling Rooster Records, but the project becomes complicated when producer Rick Schneider suddenly disappears.
Rick is more than just a business contact to Maxx. He is the first man she has trusted since her painful relationship with Sandy, a womanizing guitarist. When Maxx visits Rick’s studio to look for the missing CD master, she discovers a framed album cover knocked off the wall and a disturbing pool of dried blood. The following day, Rick’s body is identified at the county morgue.
The police suspect that Rick’s death may be connected to illegal CD production and a conflict involving organized crime. Maxx, however, wants to understand what really happened. Her investigation takes her into the complicated relationships surrounding Rick, including his former girlfriend Brenda Honeycut and his unusual business partners. An eccentric rooster and Sandy’s attempts to win her back add further complications to the story.
The second Maxx Maxwell novel continues the series’ focus on music, personal relationships, and crime. It is best read after Sweet Man Is Gone to experience Maxx’s development and her evolving musical career.
2. A Knit & Nibble Mystery Series in Order
The A Knit & Nibble Mystery series is Peggy Ehrhart’s best-known collection of cozy mysteries. Set in the fictional town of Arborville, New Jersey, the books follow Pamela Paterson, a widow and craft-magazine editor who establishes a local knitting club called Knit and Nibble.
The club brings together women who share an interest in knitting, food, friendship, and community activities. However, their peaceful gatherings frequently become connected to unexpected deaths and suspicious incidents. Pamela’s curiosity and attention to detail make her an effective amateur investigator, even when the police would probably prefer that she stay out of their business.
Ehrhart draws on her own enthusiasm for knitting and cooking to give the series a distinctive personality. The books combine traditional murder mysteries with craft projects, recipes, local relationships, and the familiar appeal of a small-town setting.
The main novels should be read in the following order.
1. Murder, She Knit (2018)
Pamela Paterson’s life enters a new chapter after her daughter leaves for college. As a widow and an empty nester, Pamela has more time to focus on her interests and the community around her. She decides to establish a knitting group in Arborville, New Jersey, where members can enjoy their shared hobby and socialize over food and conversation.
The new group, known as Knit and Nibble, seems like a pleasant way to bring people together. However, the peaceful atmosphere changes when a murder disrupts the community. Pamela finds herself drawn into the investigation, discovering that the people around her may have more complicated lives than they initially reveal.
Murder, She Knit introduces Pamela, her friends, and the central setting that continues throughout the series. It establishes the combination of knitting, food, friendships, and amateur sleuthing that makes these books recognizable as craft-themed cozy mysteries. Readers interested in starting Peggy Ehrhart’s most popular series should begin here.
2. Died in the Wool (2018)
The second installment returns readers to Arborville and the Knit and Nibble community. Pamela Paterson and her fellow knitting enthusiasts are once again surrounded by the familiar rhythms of small-town life, but a murder creates a new mystery for them to unravel.
After spending a busy day selling stuffed aardvarks at the town’s annual festival to raise money for the high school’s sports program, Pamela is ready to head home. However, she makes a disturbing discovery when she finds a body hidden underneath the Knit and Nibble table. The victim is Randall Jefferson, an unpopular history teacher whose recent criticism of the school’s sports program has caused controversy.
The investigation becomes more complicated when the main suspect has an alibi and the only unusual clue is a stuffed aardvark placed on the victim’s chest. Pamela and the other Knit and Nibble members must look beyond the obvious explanations to identify the killer.
Died in the Wool develops Pamela’s character and strengthens the friendships introduced in the first book. Its combination of an unusual murder scene, small-town disagreements, and knitting-related humor makes it a particularly entertaining early installment.
3. Knit One, Die Two (2019)
In Knit One, Die Two, the mystery takes an interesting turn when Arborville’s theater community becomes involved. The town’s rather snooty theater scene provides a new setting for the story, bringing Pamela and her fellow Knit and Nibble members into contact with another group of local personalities.
As the mystery develops, the familiar combination of community relationships and suspicious behavior gives Pamela plenty of reasons to become curious. The theatrical environment also provides an opportunity for the author to explore the contrast between public performances and the private lives of the people involved.
The third novel continues to develop the Knit and Nibble characters while introducing a different social setting for the murder investigation. Readers who enjoy cozy mysteries involving local theater, eccentric personalities, and amateur sleuths should find this installment appealing.
4. Silent Knit, Deadly Knit (2019)
Christmas brings a festive atmosphere to Arborville, but the holiday season does not prevent murder from interrupting the community’s celebrations. In Silent Knit, Deadly Knit, Pamela and her knitting friends encounter a mystery that threatens to overshadow their seasonal activities.
Pamela is especially happy because her daughter, Penny, has returned home from college for the holidays. However, their mother-daughter time is interrupted when Penny discovers the body of Millicent Farthingale, a wealthy craft-shop owner with a reputation for attracting troublesome people.
Millicent’s business partner and considerably younger husband are among the people whose motives deserve closer attention. A hand-knitted red scarf becomes an important clue, and Pamela and her friends must work out who had a reason to kill the woman.
The Christmas setting gives the story a different atmosphere from the earlier installments. Holiday preparations, community gatherings, and the familiar world of knitting provide the background for a crime that Pamela cannot simply ignore.
5. A Fatal Yarn (2020)
Pamela Paterson and the Knit and Nibble club return in A Fatal Yarn, another installment that connects the world of crafts with a suspicious death. The members’ shared interest in knitting gives them plenty of opportunities to meet and exchange information, but their conversations can also reveal details that become important to a murder investigation.
As Pamela looks into the circumstances surrounding the crime, she must consider the people involved and the relationships that may have influenced what happened. The novel continues to use the contrast between an apparently peaceful community and the darker secrets hidden within it.
For readers following the series, this installment offers another opportunity to spend time with Pamela and her familiar circle of friends. Its craft-centered setting and traditional amateur-sleuth approach make it a natural continuation of the earlier books.
6. Knit of the Living Dead (2020)
Knit of the Living Dead brings a spooky seasonal atmosphere to Arborville. A Halloween celebration provides the background for another murder mystery, giving Pamela and the Knit and Nibble group a new set of suspicious circumstances to investigate.
The Halloween theme creates opportunities for eerie decorations, seasonal activities, and the kind of playful atmosphere that works particularly well in a cozy mystery. However, beneath the festivities is a genuine crime that requires Pamela’s attention.
This sixth novel is a particularly suitable choice for readers who enjoy Halloween mysteries without wanting a story that moves too far away from traditional cozy-mystery conventions. It continues Pamela’s adventures while giving the series a seasonal change of atmosphere.
7. Knitty Gritty Murder (2021)
Pamela Paterson and the Knit and Nibble ladies find themselves dealing with another murder in Knitty Gritty Murder. Their knitting group remains a central part of the story, but the investigation takes them beyond their usual craft-related activities.
As Pamela tries to understand what happened, the relationships and personalities within the community become important pieces of the mystery. The novel continues to explore how ordinary social connections can become complicated when someone has something to hide.
The title is a playful reference to the familiar expression “nitty-gritty,” giving the book a fitting connection to the knitting theme. Readers who have followed the series from the beginning will appreciate returning to Pamela’s established circle of friends and the recognizable Arborville setting.
8. Death of a Knit Wit (2022)
A professor’s poisoning becomes the central mystery in Death of a Knit Wit. The incident gives Pamela Paterson and her knitting-club friends another reason to investigate a crime that has unsettled the local community.
Pamela has organized a weekend knitting event as part of a conference on fiber arts and crafts at Wendelstaff College. However, the gathering takes an unexpected turn when Professor Robert Greer-Gordon Critter, the conference’s keynote speaker, arrives and shows considerably more interest in flirting than knitting.
The professor has a reputation for his questionable relationships and has upset several people, including his former wife, who accuses him of taking credit for her ideas. After coffee and cookies are served, he suddenly collapses and dies from apparent poisoning. The unusual circumstances leave Pamela and her friends with a difficult question: how did the killer manage to poison someone when everyone shared the same refreshments?
The eighth novel combines academic rivalry, personal grievances, and a traditional whodunit. It is particularly enjoyable for readers who like mysteries involving conferences, suspicious colleagues, and multiple potential suspects.
9. Irish Knit Murder (2023)
In Irish Knit Murder, a member of a prominent New Jersey family becomes the center of a murder investigation. The family’s social position and reputation make the circumstances surrounding the crime particularly interesting, as Pamela Paterson and her friends try to understand what lies behind the public image.
The story begins around a St. Patrick’s Day dinner for senior citizens, where the guests enjoy a performance by Isobel Lister, a member of a wealthy family with deep roots in the community. When Isobel is subsequently found murdered, Pamela and her best friend Bettina Fraser decide to investigate.
The situation becomes more complicated when Isobel’s family relationships come under scrutiny. Her niece Imogene joins Pamela’s knitting group, while another suspicious death raises the stakes and suggests that the original murder may be part of a larger problem.
The book also develops Pamela’s personal life, adding another dimension to her ongoing adventures. Readers who enjoy cozy mysteries involving family secrets, community reputations, and amateur investigations will find this installment a natural addition to the series.
10. Knitmare on Beech Street (2023)
Knitmare on Beech Street brings Pamela Paterson and her familiar circle back into another unsettling mystery. A seemingly ordinary neighborhood and its residents become connected to circumstances that require closer investigation.
The book continues the series’ interest in the less obvious side of small-town life. People may appear familiar and predictable, but Pamela’s investigations repeatedly show that even close communities can contain unexpected conflicts and secrets.
The title offers a playful twist on the word “nightmare,” keeping the knitting theme present even when the story moves into darker territory. It is the tenth main novel and should be read after Irish Knit Murder for the intended publication sequence.
11. A Dark and Stormy Knit (2024)
Pamela Paterson and Bettina Fraser find themselves confronting another mystery in A Dark and Stormy Knit. Their friendship and shared interest in solving unusual situations continue to play an important role in the story.
On a stormy Halloween night, Pamela and Bettina are enjoying spiced cider and cookies when screams from teenage trick-or-treaters interrupt their peaceful gathering. A body has been discovered on the porch of their neighbor Adrienne Haskell. The victim is Adrienne’s visiting sister, Mel Wordwoman, a charismatic college professor and outspoken feminist who has been fatally stabbed.
With numerous people moving around Arborville in Halloween costumes, identifying the killer becomes particularly difficult. Pamela and Bettina begin investigating the victim’s social and academic connections, while local gossip raises the possibility that Adrienne herself may have been the intended target.
The eleventh installment combines Halloween atmosphere, academic rivalries, and neighborhood secrets. Its seasonal setting and the continuing friendship between Pamela and Bettina make it a natural choice for readers who enjoy traditional fall-themed cozy mysteries.
12. Last Wool and Testament (2025)
Last Wool and Testament is the twelfth full-length novel in the Knit & Nibble series. Spring arrives in Arborville, bringing a change of season and another opportunity for Pamela Paterson and her friends to become involved in a mystery.
The trouble begins when fiber artist Ingrid Barrick is discovered dead in her ransacked home. Although the police suspect a burglary that turned deadly, Pamela and Bettina notice details that make them question that explanation. Ingrid had recently been troubled and had been obsessively drawing pictures of bees.
There are several possible leads. A neighbor has been frustrated by the ragweed growing in Ingrid’s garden, her former partner is a knitwear designer, and a tapestry exhibition has suddenly been cancelled. Pamela and Bettina also speak with a local beekeeper as they try to understand the significance of Ingrid’s unusual sketches.
The title plays on the familiar legal expression “last will and testament,” connecting the story’s wool-and-knitting theme with the personal matters that frequently create complications in cozy mysteries. It is an important entry for readers who want to follow the original Knit & Nibble series through its full-length books.
3. Quilt Whisperer Mystery Series in Order
Peggy Ehrhart introduced a new craft-themed cozy mystery series in 2026 with The Quilt Whisperer Investigates. Instead of following a knitting-club organizer, this series features Caroline Platte, a museum curator who specializes in quilts and is also an enthusiastic quilter.
The setting changes to fictional Banburyport, Massachusetts, where local history, antique textiles, museum collections, and community relationships become part of the mystery. Readers who enjoyed the craft-centered atmosphere of Knit & Nibble may appreciate this new direction.
1. The Quilt Whisperer Investigates (2026)
Caroline Platte works as the associate director of the local Arts and Crafts Museum in Banburyport, Massachusetts. Her professional interest in quilts makes her particularly excited about an upcoming exhibition featuring a valuable antique quilt borrowed from one of the town’s wealthiest residents.
However, when Caroline visits Nancy Critchley’s home to collect the quilt, she discovers that the valuable piece has disappeared and Nancy is dead. The missing antique quilt and the murder quickly become the subject of local speculation.
One of the main suspects is Amber Foster, a museum intern whose blog openly criticizes Banburyport’s wealthy residents and the sources of their fortunes. Caroline and her friend Libby believe Amber may be innocent, but finding the real killer requires looking into the connections between the town’s present-day residents and its historical secrets.
The investigation combines museum life, antique quilts, local history, and a traditional murder mystery. Caroline’s knowledge of quilting gives the story a distinctive perspective, while the missing heirloom provides a central puzzle that connects the past with the present.
The Quilt Whisperer Investigates is the first book in Peggy Ehrhart’s new series and a good starting point for readers who enjoy craft-themed cozy mysteries with historical elements.
Peggy Ehrhart’s Short Stories and Collaborative Mystery Collections
Alongside her full-length novels, Peggy Ehrhart has contributed shorter mystery stories to multi-author anthologies. These collections bring together several cozy mystery writers, with each author contributing a separate story.
They are optional additions to the main reading order. Readers interested in Ehrhart’s complete fiction bibliography can explore the following contributions.
Murder Gets the Blues (2010)
Murder Gets the Blues is a collection of three short mystery stories featuring Maxx Maxwell. It is not a third full-length Maxx Maxwell novel. Instead, it offers readers additional adventures involving the blues-singer sleuth introduced in Sweet Man Is Gone.
The collection is particularly relevant for readers who enjoy Ehrhart’s early crime fiction and want to explore more of Maxx’s world beyond the two main novels.
New York Beat (2010)
New York Beat is another collection of three music-themed mystery stories. It reflects Ehrhart’s interest in music and her experience playing guitar, bringing together crime fiction and the atmosphere of New York’s music scene.
Readers interested in the author’s early writing may find this collection a worthwhile addition, although it is separate from the main Maxx Maxwell novel sequence.
Death of a Christmas Card Crafter (2020)
This short mystery story appears in the collaborative Christmas anthology Christmas Card Murder, featuring Peggy Ehrhart alongside Lee Hollis and Leslie Meier.
The seasonal collection brings together holiday-themed crimes and cozy mystery storytelling. Ehrhart’s contribution connects naturally with the craft-centered interests that also appear in her Knit & Nibble novels.
It is an optional holiday read rather than another full-length installment in the main series.
Murder Most Irish (2023)
Murder Most Irish is a shorter mystery contribution associated with the multi-author collection Irish Milkshake Murder, which also features stories by other cozy mystery writers.
The Irish-themed collection offers another opportunity to explore Ehrhart’s short-form mystery writing. Readers who enjoy her full-length Irish-themed Knit & Nibble novel may find this additional contribution worth exploring.
An Irish Recipe for Murder (2024)
This short story appears in Irish Soda Bread Murder, a collaborative cozy mystery anthology featuring Peggy Ehrhart, Liz Ireland, and Carlene O’Connor.
The collection combines Irish-themed settings and seasonal mystery storytelling. It is an optional addition for readers who want to explore Ehrhart’s contributions beyond her full-length novels.
An Eggy Way to Die (2026)
An Eggy Way to Die is Peggy Ehrhart’s contribution to the collaborative Easter-themed collection Easter Egg Murder, featuring Lee Hollis and Leslie Meier.
This short mystery is particularly significant for Knit & Nibble readers. Ehrhart has described it as the occasion to wrap up the subplot involving Pamela Paterson and Richard’s romance. She also confirmed that it marks the end of the original Knit & Nibble series.
Although it is not another full-length novel, it provides an additional piece of the story for readers who have followed Pamela and her friends throughout the series.
Other Peggy Ehrhart Publications
Peggy Ehrhart has also published academic writing and contributed short fiction to various literary and mystery publications.
One notable nonfiction publication is The Judgment of the Trojan Prince Paris in Medieval Literature (1987), an academic study published by the University of Pennsylvania Press. The book received a Choice award for best academic book.
Her short fiction has appeared in publications and collections including Futures Mystery Anthology Magazine, Crime and Suspense, Flashing in the Gutters, Spinetingler, Murder New York Style, and Fish Tales: The Guppy Anthology.
These works are separate from her main mystery novels, but they help demonstrate the breadth of her writing career.
About Peggy Ehrhart
Peggy Ehrhart is a former English professor with a Ph.D. in Medieval Literature. She taught writing and literature at Queens College, CUNY, and Fairleigh Dickinson University before taking early retirement in 2002 to concentrate on fiction writing and playing guitar.
Her academic background is an interesting part of her writing career. She published scholarly work on medieval literature, including The Judgment of the Trojan Prince Paris in Medieval Literature, which received recognition from Choice.
Ehrhart’s interest in music also influenced her early mystery novels. Her experience playing guitar helped inspire the Maxx Maxwell mysteries, which explore the world of blues musicians and struggling bands.
She later developed the Knit & Nibble series for Kensington Books, drawing on her personal enthusiasm for knitting and cooking. Her latest series, Quilt Whisperer Mysteries, brings together quilting, museum work, antique textiles, and historical mysteries.
She is also a longtime member of Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime, having served as president of Sisters in Crime NY/TriState and on the board of Mystery Writers of America in New York.
What Makes Peggy Ehrhart’s Books Interesting to Cozy Mystery Readers?
Craft-centered mysteries with distinctive settings
One of the recognizable features of Ehrhart’s fiction is the way she uses hobbies and creative interests to shape her mysteries. The Knit & Nibble books revolve around knitting and cooking, while the Quilt Whisperer series introduces antique quilts, museum collections, and historical craft traditions.
These details give the stories a distinctive atmosphere without taking away from the central murder investigations.
Amateur sleuths with everyday interests
Ehrhart’s main characters are not traditional professional detectives. Pamela Paterson is a craft-magazine editor and knitting enthusiast, while Caroline Platte works in a museum and specializes in quilts.
Their ordinary professional and personal interests bring them into contact with different people and situations, providing natural opportunities for investigations.
Food, friendships, and community life
The author’s cozy mysteries place considerable emphasis on friendships, meals, local gatherings, and community relationships. These elements make the books more than straightforward murder investigations.
Readers who enjoy mysteries with recurring characters and familiar social settings may appreciate the way Ehrhart develops these relationships across multiple installments.
A different approach in the Maxx Maxwell mysteries
Readers who explore Ehrhart’s earlier Maxx Maxwell novels will notice a change in atmosphere. Instead of focusing on crafts and small-town social activities, these books explore the music industry, blues performances, and the personal challenges of musicians.
This contrast makes her bibliography particularly interesting for readers who enjoy more than one style of mystery storytelling.
Which Peggy Ehrhart Book Should You Read First?
The best starting point depends on the type of mystery you enjoy.
- For traditional craft-themed cozy mysteries: Start with Murder, She Knit (2018), the first Knit & Nibble novel.
- For a mystery involving knitting and unusual clues: Try Died in the Wool (2018).
- For Christmas-themed cozy mysteries: Choose Silent Knit, Deadly Knit (2019).
- For Halloween mysteries: Read Knit of the Living Dead (2020) or A Dark and Stormy Knit (2024).
- For academic rivalries and poisoning: Pick up Death of a Knit Wit (2022).
- For an Irish-themed mystery: Start with Irish Knit Murder (2023).
- For quilting, museum collections, and historical secrets: Choose The Quilt Whisperer Investigates (2026).
- For mysteries involving blues musicians: Begin with Sweet Man Is Gone (2008).
If you are new to Peggy Ehrhart, Murder, She Knit is probably the most approachable starting point. It introduces Pamela Paterson, the Knit and Nibble group, and the small-town atmosphere that defines much of her later work.
Authors to Read If You Like Peggy Ehrhart
Readers who enjoy Peggy Ehrhart’s combination of amateur sleuthing, hobbies, community relationships, and traditional cozy mysteries may also appreciate these authors.
- Leslie Meier: Known for the Lucy Stone mysteries, Meier is a good choice for readers who enjoy small-town investigations, recurring characters, and seasonal settings. She has also collaborated with Ehrhart on mystery anthologies.
- Maddie Day: Her cozy mystery novels often combine food, local businesses, and amateur investigations. Readers who enjoy the food-centered details in Ehrhart’s stories may find her work appealing.
- Carlene O’Connor: Her Irish Village Mysteries offer traditional cozy mysteries with strong community settings, recurring characters, and local secrets.
- Lee Hollis: Readers who enjoy Ehrhart’s holiday-themed mystery contributions may appreciate Hollis’s cozy mysteries, which also feature familiar communities and amateur sleuths.
These authors offer related reading experiences, although their characters, settings, and storytelling styles are different.
Frequently Asked Questions About Peggy Ehrhart Books
How many books has Peggy Ehrhart written?
Peggy Ehrhart’s bibliography includes two full-length Maxx Maxwell novels, twelve full-length Knit & Nibble novels, and one Quilt Whisperer mystery as of November 2026. She has also written short mystery stories, contributed to collaborative anthologies, and published academic nonfiction. The total depends on whether short stories and shared collections are counted as separate books.
What is Peggy Ehrhart’s first book?
Sweet Man Is Gone, published in 2008, is Peggy Ehrhart’s first full-length mystery novel. It introduces Elizabeth “Maxx” Maxwell, a blues singer who becomes involved in investigating a suspicious death.
What is Peggy Ehrhart’s most popular series?
The A Knit & Nibble Mystery series is one of Peggy Ehrhart’s best-known series. It follows Pamela Paterson and her knitting-club friends in Arborville, New Jersey, as they become involved in murder investigations.
What is the correct order of the Knit & Nibble books?
The twelve full-length novels should be read in this order: Murder, She Knit, Died in the Wool, Knit One, Die Two, Silent Knit, Deadly Knit, A Fatal Yarn, Knit of the Living Dead, Knitty Gritty Murder, Death of a Knit Wit, Irish Knit Murder, Knitmare on Beech Street, A Dark and Stormy Knit, and Last Wool and Testament.
Short stories such as Death of a Christmas Card Crafter and An Eggy Way to Die are optional additions.
Is the Knit & Nibble series finished?
The original full-length Knit & Nibble series concluded with Last Wool and Testament in 2025. Ehrhart subsequently contributed An Eggy Way to Die to the 2026 anthology Easter Egg Murder, using the story to wrap up Pamela and Richard’s romantic subplot. The author has also announced plans for a spinoff series that will retain the original characters, setting, knitting, and food.
How many Maxx Maxwell books are there?
There are two full-length Maxx Maxwell mystery novels: Sweet Man Is Gone (2008) and Got No Friend Anyhow (2011). Ehrhart also published Murder Gets the Blues, a collection of three short mystery stories featuring Maxx Maxwell. It is not a third full-length novel.
What is Peggy Ehrhart’s latest book?
The Quilt Whisperer Investigates, published in September 2026, is Peggy Ehrhart’s latest full-length mystery novel as of November 2026. It introduces Caroline Platte, a museum curator and quilter who investigates a murder connected to a missing antique quilt.
Are Peggy Ehrhart’s books cozy mysteries?
Yes. Most of her mystery fiction falls within the cozy mystery genre. Her Knit & Nibble and Quilt Whisperer books feature amateur investigators, community relationships, crafts, and traditional murder mysteries rather than focusing on graphic violence or hard-boiled crime storytelling.
Does Peggy Ehrhart have a new book coming out?
Peggy Ehrhart has announced plans for a Knit & Nibble spinoff series following the conclusion of the original full-length series. The new books are expected to retain Pamela Paterson and the familiar Arborville setting, along with the knitting and food themes. However, a specific title and publication date have not yet been announced.
Conclusion
Peggy Ehrhart’s books offer several different experiences for readers who enjoy traditional mystery fiction. Her Maxx Maxwell novels explore the blues music scene through the perspective of an ambitious singer, while the Knit & Nibble mysteries combine knitting, cooking, friendships, and small-town murder investigations. Her newer Quilt Whisperer series adds another creative dimension through antique quilts, museum collections, and historical secrets.
For readers who enjoy craft-centered cozy mysteries, Pamela Paterson’s adventures are an excellent place to start. Those who prefer a fresh setting and a new amateur sleuth can explore The Quilt Whisperer Investigates, while fans of music-related crime fiction may enjoy the earlier Maxx Maxwell books. Reading each series in its publication order makes it easier to follow the recurring characters and their relationships, but the individual mysteries also offer plenty of reasons to pick up a book based on its particular setting or premise.
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