Adam Haslett Reading Order
7 series · 39 books · Born 1970
Adam Haslett was a celebrated American author known for his compelling narratives and exploration of human experience. Over his prolific career from 1941 to 2025, he produced 39 books across seven series, including standalone novels, short stories, novellas, and nonfiction, with works such as his acclaimed novel that delves into the complexities of life and relationships. His diverse portfolio also features a collection titled Dark Corners, showcasing his versatility in both fiction and nonfiction.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (2007–2012)
Start with The New Granta Book of the American Short Story and read in order.
Dark Corners Series
Complete7 books (2018–2018)
Start with Hannah-Beast(By: Jennifer McMahon), the first of 7 books in the Dark Corners series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Hannah-Beast(By: Jennifer McMahon) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Miao Dao(By: Joyce Carol Oates) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Oak Avenue(By: Brandi Reeds) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Remedy 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | The Sleep Tight Motel(By: Lisa Unger) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | The Tangled Woods(By: Emily Raboteau) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | There's a Giant Trapdoor Spider Under Your Bed(By: Edgar Cantero) 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete7 books (1941–2013)
Start with Let Us Now Praise Famous Men(By: James Agee,Walker Evans), the first of 7 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Let Us Now Praise Famous Men(By: James Agee,Walker Evans) 1941Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  James Agee Letters(By: James Agee) 1971Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Letters of James Agee to Father Flye(By: James Agee,James Harold Flye) 1971Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Selected Journalism(By: James Agee) 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  James Agee Rediscovered(By: James Agee) 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Film Writing and Selected Journalism(By: James Agee) 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Cotton Tenants(By: James Agee) 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
Selected Shorts Series
Complete17 books (1993–2012)
Start with For Better and for Worse, the first of 17 books in the Selected Shorts series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  For Better and for Worse 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Even More Laughs 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Timeless Classics 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Edith Wharton 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Falling in Love 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Family Matters 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Food Fictions 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Pets! 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Tales of Betrayal 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Travel Tales 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Are We There Yet? 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | A Touch of Magic 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The William Hurt Collection 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Whodunit? 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | American Classics 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  New American Stories 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Poe! 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2015–2015)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Seibert(With: Fleet Cooper) 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (2002–2002)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  You Are Not a Stranger Here 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing3 books (2010–2025)
Start with Union Atlantic and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Adam Haslett written?
- Adam Haslett has written 39 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1941 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Adam Haslett series?
- Here are the first books in Adam Haslett's series: Anthologies: The New Granta Book of the American Short Story; Dark Corners: Hannah-Beast(By: Jennifer McMahon); Non-Fiction: Let Us Now Praise Famous Men(By: James Agee,Walker Evans); Selected Shorts: For Better and for Worse.
- What order should I read Adam Haslett's books?
- We recommend reading Adam Haslett's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Adam Haslett still writing new books?
- Yes, Adam Haslett has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.