Phyllis A. Whitney

3 Series

Phyllis A. Whitney (1903-2008) was an acclaimed American author known for her contributions to mystery, gothic fiction, and romantic suspense. Dubbed "The Queen of American Gothics," she preferred the label of romantic suspense author. Whitney wrote extensively for both adult and young adult audiences, leaving a lasting legacy in genre literature until her death at age 104.

Phyllis A. Whitney's novels feature intriguing alternate titles: "Red is for Murder" as "The Red Carnelian," "The Island of Dark Woods" as "Mystery of the Strange Traveler," and "Dream of Orchids" as "Dreams of Orchids." Each story captivates with unique plotlines. "Red is for Murder" delves into suspense and mystery. "The Island of Dark Woods" explores the enigma of a strange traveler. "Dream of Orchids" weaves a tale of dreams and intrigue. These novels showcase Whitney's skill in crafting compelling narratives.

Phyllis A. Whitney Standalone Novels

A Place for Ann

(1941)

A Star for Ginny

(1942)

A Window for Julie

(1943)

The Red Carnelian / Red is for Murder

(1943)

The Silver Inkwell

(1945)

Willow Hill

(1947)

Ever After

(1948)

The Mystery of the Gulls

(1949)

Linda's Homecoming

(1950)

Mystery of the Strange Traveler / The Island of Dark Woods

(1951)

Love Me, Love Me Not

(1952)

Step to the Music

(1953)

The Mystery of the Black Diamonds

(1954)

A Long Time Coming

(1954)

Mystery on the Isle of Skye

(1955)

The Quicksilver Pool

(1955)

The Highest Dream

(1956)

The Fire and the Gold

(1956)

The Trembling Hills

(1956)

Skye Cameron

(1957)

Mystery of the Green Cat

(1957)

The Moonflower

(1958)

Secret of the Samurai Sword

(1958)

Creole Holiday

(1959)

Window on the Square

(1960)

Mystery of the Haunted Pool

(1960)

Thunder Heights

(1960)

Secret of the Tiger's Eye

(1961)

Blue Fire

(1961)

Mystery of the Golden Horn

(1962)

Mystery of the Hidden Hand

(1963)

Seven Tears for Apollo

(1963)

Secret of the Emerald Star

(1964)

Black Amber

(1964)

Sea Jade

(1964)

Mystery of the Angry Idol

(1965)

Columbella

(1966)

Silverhill

(1967)

Secret of the Spotted Shell

(1967)

Hunter's Green

(1968)

The Secret of Goblin Glen

(1969)

The Secret of the Missing Footprint

(1969)

The Mystery of the Crimson Ghost

(1969)

The Winter People

(1969)

Lost Island

(1970)

The Vanishing Scarecrow

(1971)

Listen for the Whisperer

(1971)

Nobody Likes Trina

(1972)

Mystery of the Scowling Boy

(1973)

Snowfire

(1973)

The Turquoise Mask

(1974)

Secret of Haunted Mesa

(1975)

Spindrift

(1975)

The Golden Unicorn

(1976)

Song of the Shaggy Canary

(1976)

The Stone Bull

(1977)

Secret of the Stone Face

(1977)

The Glass Flame

(1978)

Domino

(1979)

Poinciana

(1980)

Vermilion

(1981)

Emerald

(1982)

Rainsong

(1984)

Dream of Orchids

(1985)

Flaming Tree

(1985)

Silversword

(1987)

Feather on the Moon

(1988)

Rainbow in the Mist

(1989)

The Singing Stones

(1990)

Woman Without a Past

(1991)

The Ebony Swan

(1992)

Star Flight

(1993)

Daughter of the Stars

(1994)

Amethyst Dreams

(1997)

Phyllis A. Whitney Non-Fiction

Writing Juvenile Fiction

(1947)

Writing Juvenile Stories and Novels

(1976)

Guide to Fiction Writing

(1982)

Anthologies

A Gothic Treasure Trove

(1987)

Malice Domestic 5

(1996)

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