Books in Order: A Revealing Exploration of David Housewright’s Literary Journey

Unveiling the Author: David Housewright

American author David Housewright, renowned for his captivating crime fiction, brings together his small-town upbringing in St. Paul, Minnesota, and his professional experience in journalism and advertising to create his unique narratives. Known for his Mac McKenzie and Holland Taylor series, Housewright’s books often reflect his home ground and its realities.

In his high school years, Housewright made his first foray into journalism as the editor of his high school newspaper. Nevertheless, he was dismissed due to a controversial column about the Vietnam War. Undeterred, he pursued his passion for journalism at the University of St. Thomas, earning a degree that sparked his professional writing career.

Before stepping into the limelight as a novelist, Housewright pleased audiences through his successful roles as a copywriter in twin-cities-based ad agencies and as a journalist reporting for esteemed papers such as the Minneapolis Tribune, Albert Lea Evening Tribune, and the Grand Forks Herald. Today, he resides in Roseville, Minnesota with his writer wife, Renee Marie Valois, weaving spellbinding stories that continue to delight readers.

Housewright’s Literary Debut and His Books in Order

David Housewright made his publishing debut in 1995 with the novel Penance. This novel, which introduced the intriguing character of Holland Taylor, was well-received by readers and critics alike. It garnered the esteemed Edgar Award for Best First Novel in 1996 and was a shortlisted contender for the Shamus Award. A significant milestone that set the stage for Housewright’s compelling novels that were to follow. Here’s a look at Housewright’s books in order of their release:

Publication Order of Holland Taylor Books

Penance	(1995)
Practice to Deceive	(1997)
Dearly Departed	(1999)
Darkness, Sing Me a Song	(2018)
First, Kill the Lawyers	(2019)