Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malice Domestic 9 | 2000 | Ann Granger | Buy |
Ann Granger contributed to Malice Domestic 9 (2000), part of the well-known mystery anthology series. The collection features cozy mystery short fiction from multiple authors.
The Malice Domestic anthologies have been running since the early 1990s and focus on the traditional mystery subgenre, sometimes called “cozy” or “domestic” mystery. The series takes its name from the annual Malice Domestic convention, which celebrates this branch of crime fiction. Volume 9 features stories that fit the convention’s style: murders in familiar settings, solved through wit rather than violence.
Granger is better known for her long-running mystery series, including the Mitchell and Markby books and the Fran Varady series. Her appearance in Malice Domestic 9 gives readers a short-form taste of her style. The anthology format also puts her alongside other cozy mystery writers, making it a good sampler for genre fans.