Ben Mezrich Reading Order
6 series · 37 books · Born 1969
Ben Mezrich is an American author known for high-stakes non-fiction narratives that have been adapted into major films, including The Social Network and Dumb Money. Beyond his acclaimed real-world accounts, he writes action-adventure fiction featuring the Charlie Numbers series and the Seven Wonders trilogy, blending thriller elements with meticulously researched storytelling. Publishing across multiple genres since 1994, Mezrich has established himself as a versatile writer who brings cinematic momentum to both factual accounts and invented worlds, with several works released under the pen name Holden Scott.
Charlie Numbers Adventures Series
Complete3 books (2014–2019)
Start with Bringing Down the Mouse and read in order.
Start this series with Bringing Down the Mouse
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Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete15 books (2002–2026)
Start with Bringing Down the House, the first of 14 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Bringing Down the House
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Seven Wonders Trilogy Series
Complete1 book (2014–2014)
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2014–2014)
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing5 books (1996–2024)
Start with Threshold, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Threshold
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The X-Files Series
Ongoing12 books (1994–2024)
Start with Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant), the first of 12 books in the The X-Files series.
Start this series with Goblins(By: Charles L. Grant)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Ben Mezrich written?
- Ben Mezrich has written 37 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1994 to 2026.
- 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.