Lydia Adamson

Lydia Adamson is a well-known pen name for the author Franklin B. King. Adamson writes cozy mystery novels that have gained popularity among readers who enjoy a good whodunit without excessive violence or gore. King has created several series under the Adamson name, including the Alice Nestleton series, which features an actress and cat-sitter as the protagonist, the Deirdre Quinn Nightingale series, which follows a veterinarian doctor, and the Lucy Wayles series, which centers around a birthwatcher and former librarian.

In addition to being a novelist, King is also a freelance writer and copywriter. He has made a name for himself in the writing industry by producing high-quality work, whether it be fiction or non-fiction. King was born on January 1st, 1936, and has spent most of his life on the east coast, specifically in New York City, New York. His experience living in the city has likely provided him with a wealth of inspiration for his writing, particularly in the Alice Nestleton series, which is set in New York City.

King also wrote under the name Frank King, although it is unclear which works, if any, were published under this name. Regardless, his ability to write under different names and maintain distinct voices for each is a testament to his skill as a writer. King's work has brought him success and recognition in the writing community, and his cozy mystery novels continue to be enjoyed by readers today.
Sally Tepper Books (as)
# Title Year
1 Sleeping Dogs Die 1988
2 Take the D Train 1990
Alice Nestleton Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 A Cat in the Manger 1990
2 A Cat of a Different Color 1991
3 A Cat in Wolf's Clothing 1991
4 A Cat By Any Other Name 1992
5 A Cat in the Wings 1992
6 A Cat with a Fiddle 1993
7 A Cat in a Glass House 1993
8 A Cat on the Cutting Edge 1994
9 A Cat with No Regrets 1994
10 A Cat on a Winning Streak 1995
11 A Cat in Fine Style 1995
12 A Cat Under the Mistletoe 1996
13 A Cat in a Chorus Line 1996
14 A Cat on Jingle Bell Rock 1997
15 A Cat on a Beach Blanket 1997
16 A Cat on Stage Left 1998
17 A Cat of One's Own 1999
18 A Cat with the Blues 2000
19 A Cat with No Clue 2001
20 A Cat Named Brat 2002
21 A Cat on the Bus 2002
22 A Cat Tells Two Tales 2012
Deirdre Quinn Nightingale Books
# Title Year
1 Dr. Nightingale Comes Home 1994
2 Dr. Nightingale Meets Puss in Boots 1994
3 Dr. Nightingale Rides the Elephant 1994
4 Dr. Nightingale Goes to the Dogs 1995
5 Dr. Nightingale Goes the Distance 1995
6 Dr. Nightingale Enters the Bear Cave 1996
7 Dr. Nightingale Chases Three Little Pigs 1996
8 Dr. Nightingale Rides to the Hounds 1997
9 Dr. Nightingale Races the Outlaw Colt 1998
10 Dr. Nightingale Traps the Missing Lynx 1999
11 Dr. Nightingale Seeks Greener Pastures 2000
12 Dr. Nightingale Follows a Canine Clue 2001
Lucy Wayles Mystery Books
# Title Year
1 Beware the Tufted Duck 1996
2 Beware the Butcher Bird 1997
3 Beware the Laughing Gull 1998
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Down and Dirty 1978
2 Raya 1980
3 Night Vision 1982
Lydia Adamson Anthologies
# Title Year
1 ...And the Dying is Easy 2001