How many books has Akwaeke Emezi written?

Akwaeke Emezi has written 10 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2018 to 2025.

What is the first book in each Akwaeke Emezi series?

Here are the first books in Akwaeke Emezi's series: Pet: Pet.

What order should I read Akwaeke Emezi's books?

We recommend reading Akwaeke Emezi's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.

Is Akwaeke Emezi still writing new books?

Yes, Akwaeke Emezi has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

Akwaeke Emezi Reading Order

4 series · 10 books

Non-Fiction

Akwaeke Emezi is a Nigerian-American author and artist whose work blends memoir, fiction, and philosophical inquiry to explore identity, spirituality, and the complexities of existing between worlds. Known for lyrical, introspective prose that challenges conventional narrative forms, Emezi draws on their background as a visual artist to create densely layered stories that interrogate consciousness and belonging. Their body of work spans intimate personal essays and imaginative fiction, establishing them as a distinctive voice in contemporary literature that refuses easy categorization.

Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2022–2022)

#	Title
1	Content Warning: Everything 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Memoirs Series

Complete

1 book (2021–2021)

#	Title
1	Dear Senthuran 2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Pet Series

Likely Complete

2 books (2019–2022)

Start with Pet and read in order.

Start this series with Pet

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#	Title
1	Pet 2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2	Bitter 2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

6 books (2018–2025)

Start with Freshwater, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with Freshwater