Photo of Georges Simenon
Open Library

Georges Simenon

1 series 75 books in order 10 standalone books

Georges Joseph Christian Simenon (1903-1986) was a Belgian writer. A prolific author who published nearly 200 novels and numerous short works, Simenon is best known for creating the fictional detective Maigret.

Born
1903
Known for
Maigret

Series by Georges Simenon

Maigret

65 books in order · 1931–1989

  1. Cover of Le charretier de 'La Providence'

    Le charretier de 'La Providence'

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    One rainy night, a canal worker discovers the strangled body of Mary Lampson near Lock 14. Her husband is curt and unmoved when Maigret questions him…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  2. The Late Monsieur Gallet

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    M. Gallet décédé (The Late Monsieur Gallet) is a 1931 detective novel by Belgian writer Georges Simenon, and the first novel featuring Detective…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  3. The Two-Penny Bar

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    The Two-Penny Bar is a detective novel by Belgian writer Georges Simenon, featuring his character Inspector Jules Maigret. (Summary adapted from…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  4. Cover of Maigret at the Gai-Moulin

    Maigret at the Gai-Moulin

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    The Gai-Moulin is a nightclub in Liege with crimson plush seats, wall mirrors, and marble tables. A jazz band plays as a couple dances and Adele…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  5. Cover of The Crime of Inspector Maigret

    The Crime of Inspector Maigret

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    Le Pendu de St Pholien is an early novel by Georges Simenon that follows Inspector Maigret as he unintentionally leads a man to suicide. Louis…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  6. Cover of Maigret at the Crossroads

    Maigret at the Crossroads

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    A classic by Georges Simenon, this story follows Inspector Maigret as he investigates the death of a Jewish diamond-merchant whose body was found at…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  7. Cover of Maigret and the Yellow Dog

    Maigret and the Yellow Dog

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    Maigret is in Rennes to reorganize the flying squad when he is called to Concarneau after Monsieur Mostaguen, a respected citizen, is shot dead while…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  8. Cover of Pietr the Latvian

    Pietr the Latvian

    1931 · Georges Simenon

    Pietr the Lett was a mysterious international swindler who had been tracked across European borders by Interpol. His true identity remained unknown,…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  9. Cover of The Flemish Shop

    The Flemish Shop

    1932 · Georges Simenon

    The character in the novel by Georges Simenon is not an ordinary person seeking help. She does not show submission by lowering her eyes. Her posture…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
  10. Cover of L'affaire Saint-Fiacre

    L'affaire Saint-Fiacre

    1932 · Georges Simenon

    The Saint-Fiacre Affair is a novel by Georges Simenon featuring Inspector Maigret. Maigret's past comes to life when he returns to his home village,…

    Read more →
    Buy on Amazon
Show all 65 Maigret books in order →

Standalone books

Frequently asked questions

How many books has Georges Simenon written?

We list 75 books by Georges Simenon across 1 series, published between 1931–1989 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Georges Simenon's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Le charretier de 'La Providence'.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

Where can I buy Georges Simenon's books?

Every title links to Amazon from its series page — see our affiliate disclosure in the footer for how that supports the site.

Bibliography and reading orders compiled from verified bibliographic data. Spotted an error? We continuously correct the catalog.