Spencer Quinn

Spencer Quinn is a well-known American author who writes under the pseudonym of Peter Abrahams. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on June 28, 1947, and currently resides in Falmouth, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod. Quinn shares his home with his wife and two dogs, Audrey and Pearl. He is a proud father of four, but his children are now grown and living independently.

Quinn's love for dogs is evident in his writing, as he is best known for his Chet and Bernie mystery series. The series features a detective named Bernie Little and his canine partner, Chet, who narrates the stories. Through this series, Quinn has gained a reputation for his unique storytelling style, which combines humor, suspense, and a deep appreciation for the bond between humans and their pets.

Spencer Quinn currently lives on Cape Cod with his dog, Audrey, and is diligently working on the next installment in the Chet and Bernie series. His work has been well-received by critics and readers alike, and he has established himself as a popular and respected author in the mystery genre.
Chet and Bernie Mysteries Books
# Title Year
1 Dog On It 2008
2 Thereby Hangs a Tail 2009
3 To Fetch a Thief 2010
4 The Dog Who Knew Too Much 2011
5 A Fistful of Collars 2012
6 The Sound and the Furry 2013
7 Paw and Order 2014
8 Scents and Sensibility 2015
9 Heart of Barkness 2019
10 Of Mutts and Men 2020
11 Tender is the Bite 2021
12 It's a Wonderful Woof 2021
13 Bark to the Future 2022
14 Up on the Woof Top 2023
15 A Farewell to Arfs 2024
Chet and Bernie Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 A Cat Was Involved 2012
2 The Iggy Chronicles, Volume One 2013
3 Tail of Vengeance 2014
4 Santa 365 2015
5 Short Tails 2022
Bowser and Birdie Books
# Title Year
1 Woof 2015
2 Arf 2016
3 Bow Wow 2017
Queenie & Arthur Books
# Title Year
1 Ruff vs. Fluff 2019
2 Paws vs. Claws 2019
3 Bark vs. Snark 2020
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Right Side 2017
2 Mrs. Plansky's Revenge 2023
Spencer Quinn Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Up All Night 2008