Ben Elton Reading Order
4 series · 23 books
Ben Elton is a British author and comedian known for his sharp political satire and engaging storytelling. With a prolific career spanning from 1984 to 2025, he has authored 23 books across four series, including fiction, nonfiction, plays, and anthologies. His most notable work includes a diverse array of genres, showcasing his versatility and creativity as a writer.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (1994–1994)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  filth! 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing2 books (1984–2025)
Start with Bachelor Boys and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete16 books (1989–2015)
Start with Stark, the first of 16 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Stark 1989Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Gridlock 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | This Other Eden 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Popcorn 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Blast from the Past 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Inconceivable 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Dead Famous 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  High Society 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Past Mortem 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The First Casualty 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Chart Throb 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Blind Faith 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | Meltdown 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Two Brothers 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Time and Time Again 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Identity Crisis 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Plays Series
Complete4 books (1990–2018)
Start with Gasping, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Plays series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ben Elton written?
- Ben Elton has written 23 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1984 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Ben Elton series?
- Here are the first books in Ben Elton's series: Non-Fiction: Bachelor Boys; Standalone Plays: Gasping.
- What order should I read Ben Elton's books?
- We recommend reading Ben Elton's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Ben Elton still writing new books?
- Yes, Ben Elton has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.