Order of Bill Noel Books

American mystery writer Bill Noel has captivated readers with his beloved Folly Beach Mystery series, which launched in 2007 with the debut novel Folly and has continued with annual releases. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, where he writes alongside his wife Susan, Noel discovered his calling as an author later in life, not beginning his literary journey until age 59.

The inspiration for his writing career came from an unexpected source—a vacation to Folly Beach with his wife that took a dramatic turn when they discovered a body on the shore. This shocking real-life experience became the foundation for his first novel, proving that sometimes truth truly is stranger than fiction.

Noel's compelling mysteries have garnered critical recognition, with several titles in the Folly Beach Mystery series earning the prestigious Imadjinn Award for Best Mystery Novel at the Imagainarium Convention, cementing his reputation as a talented voice in the mystery genre.