Title: Books in Order: An Insider’s Guide to the Artful Penmanship of JoAnna Carl (Eve K. Sandstrom)
Introducing Eve K. Sandstrom’s Alter Ego: JoAnna Carl
Originally known as Eve K. Sandstrom, American author JoAnna Carl has crafted a vast array of captivating mystery novels under two unique aliases. Her masterful penmanship under her birth name delivers riveting mystery narratives, whereas her pseudonym, JoAnna Carl, intricately spins cozy mystery tales. Highlighted among her literary symphony are the series featuring Lee McKinney in her famous books in order, dubbed the “Chocoholic enigma”.
Diving Deeper into the Author’s Life
Having graduated with a journalistic degree from the University of Oklahoma, Eve embarked on an illustrious career in news and editorial roles spanning a quarter-century at The Lawton Constitution in Oklahoma. Eventually, desiring a more creative outlet, she hung her newsperson’s hat to indulge in the joy of full-time fiction writing.
Presently, she cherishes quality time with her husband David, and their three grandchildren. Their abode alternates between the warmth of Oklahoma and the picturesque landscapes of Michigan.
A Peek into Her Unique Writing Style
Her journey into the realm of publishing began in 1990 with the novel Death Down Home, under her original name, Eve K. Sandstrom. A dozen years later, she introduced her nom de plume, JoAnna Carl, to the literary world with the novel The Chocolate Cat Caper.
The magic in her writing style lies in her ability to weave intricate mystery narratives that instantly grip the reader’s attention while embedding cozy unassuming undertones beneath. Her strong emphasis on character development forms the spine of her works, lending credence to the mesmerizing world she creates around them.
A Journey Through Her Books in Order
What follows is an engrossing glance at Eve K. Sandstrom/JoAnna Carl’s books in order, listing them as per their original publication dates:
Publication Order of Chocoholic Mysteries Books
| The Chocolate Cat Caper | (2002) |    |
| The Chocolate Bear Burglary | (2002) | |
| The Chocolate Frog Frame-Up | (2003) | |
| The Chocolate Puppy Puzzle | (2004) | |
| The Chocolate Mouse Trap | (2005) | |
| The Chocolate Bridal Bash | (2006) | |
| The Chocolate Jewel Case | (2007) | |
| The Chocolate Snowman Murders | (2008) | |
| The Chocolate Cupid Killings | (2009) | |
| The Chocolate Pirate Plot | (2010) | |
| The Chocolate Castle Clue | (2011) | |
| The Chocolate Moose Motive | (2012) | |
| The Chocolate Book Bandit | (2013) | |
| The Chocolate Clown Corpse | (2014) | |
| The Chocolate Falcon Fraud | (2015) | |
| The Chocolate Bunny Brouhaha | (2016) | |
| The Chocolate Shark Shenanigans | (2019) | |
| The Chocolate Raccoon Rigmarole | (2021) | |