Rick Shannon books in order

The Rick Shannon series by Bill Fitzhugh follows a radio DJ in two comic crime novels: Radio Activity (2004) and Highway 61 Resurfaced (2005).

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Radio Activity 2004 Bill Fitzhugh Buy
2 Highway 61 Resurfaced 2005 Bill Fitzhugh Buy

The Rick Shannon series by Bill Fitzhugh follows a blues-loving radio DJ who finds himself caught up in crime and mystery. Radio Activity (2004) is set at a small Mississippi radio station, and Highway 61 Resurfaced (2005) takes the character on a journey through the American South.

The books mix music references with comic crime plotting. Fans of Southern settings and blues culture will appreciate the backdrop, and Fitzhugh’s humor carries over from his other work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Rick Shannon series?

There are two books in the Rick Shannon series, published between 2004 and 2005.

What is the first book in the Rick Shannon series?

The first book in the Rick Shannon series is Radio Activity, published in 2004.

What is the Rick Shannon series about?

The series follows Rick Shannon, a radio DJ with a passion for blues and roots music, who gets drawn into mysteries. Radio Activity (2004) is set at a Mississippi radio station, and Highway 61 Resurfaced (2005) takes Shannon on a road trip through the South.

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