Ben Mezrich Reading Order
6 series Β· 36 books Β· Born 1969
Ben Mezrich is an accomplished American writer celebrated for his engaging non-fiction narratives and thrilling fiction works. With a prolific portfolio of 36 books spanning six series, including the Seven Wonders Trilogy and the Charlie Numbers Adventures, Mezrich has captivated readers since 1994. His notable titles, such as The Accidental Billionaires, have not only garnered critical acclaim but also inspired popular film adaptations.
Charlie Numbers Adventures Series
Complete3 books (2014β2019)
Start with Bringing Down the Mouse and read in order.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bringing Down the Mouse 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Charlie Numbers and the Man in the Moon 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Charlie Numbers and the Woolly Mammoth 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete14 books (2002β2023)
Start with Bringing Down the House, the first of 14 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bringing Down the House 2002Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Ugly Americans 2004Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Breaking Vegas 2005Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Rigged 2007Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Busting Vegas 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | The Accidental Billionaires 2009Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Sex on the Moon 2011Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Straight Flush 2013Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | Once Upon a Time in Russia 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | The 37th Parallel 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | Woolly 2017Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | Bitcoin Billionaires 2019Buy πΊπΈ |
| 13 | The Antisocial Network / The Dumb Money 2021Buy πΊπΈ |
| 14 | Breaking Twitter 2023Buy πΊπΈ |
Seven Wonders Trilogy Series
Complete1 book (2014β2014)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Seven Wonders 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2014β2014)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Q 2014Buy πΊπΈ |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing5 books (1996β2024)
Start with Threshold, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Threshold 1996Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Reaper 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Fertile Ground 2001Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | The Midnight Ride 2022Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | The Mistress and the Key 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
The X-Files Series
Ongoing12 books (1994β2024)
Start with Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant), the first of 12 books in the The X-Files series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant) 1994Buy πΊπΈ |
| 2 | Ground Zero(By: Kevin J. Anderson) 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 3 | Hunter(By: Charles L. Grant) 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 4 | Ruins(By: Kevin J. Anderson) 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 5 | Whirlwind(By: Charles L. Grant) 1995Buy πΊπΈ |
| 6 | Antibodies(By: Kevin J. Anderson) 1997Buy πΊπΈ |
| 7 | Fight the Future(By: Elizabeth Hand) 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 8 | Skin 1998Buy πΊπΈ |
| 9 | I Want to Believe(By: Max Allan Collins) 2008Buy πΊπΈ |
| 10 | Trust No One(By: Gayle Lynds,Heather Graham,Jonathan Maberry,Max Allan Collins,Kevin J. Anderson,Tim Lebbon,Keith R.A. DeCandido,Brian Keene,Peter Clines,Gini Koch) 2015Buy πΊπΈ |
| 11 | The Truth Is Out There(By: Jonathan Maberry,Kelley Armstrong,David Farland,Rachel Caine,Hank Schwaeble,Kami Garcia,Jon McGoran,Hank Phillippi Ryan) 2016Buy πΊπΈ |
| 12 | Perihelion(By: Claudia Gray) 2024Buy πΊπΈ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ben Mezrich written?
- Ben Mezrich has written 36 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Ben Mezrich series?
- Here are the first books in Ben Mezrich's series: Charlie Numbers Adventures: Bringing Down the Mouse; Non-Fiction: Bringing Down the House; The X-Files: Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant).
- What order should I read Ben Mezrich's books?
- We recommend reading Ben Mezrich's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Ben Mezrich still writing new books?
- Yes, Ben Mezrich has 2 ongoing series: Standalone Novels, The X-Files.

