
Bill O’Reilly Reading Order
7 series · 40 books
Bill O'Reilly is a prolific non-fiction author and media personality who has written over forty books examining American history, politics, and culture from a traditionalist perspective. His most recognizable works include the Killing series, which offers detailed historical narratives of significant figures and events, and the Legends and Lies collection, which explores popular stories surrounding American icons. Known for his direct reporting style and investigative approach, O'Reilly combines historical research with commentary on contemporary issues across his multiple book series.
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Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies Series
Complete3 books (2015–2017)
Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies is a three-book nonfiction series published between 2015 and 2017 that examines pivotal moments in American history. The complete series consists of The Real West, The Patriots, and The Civil War, which should be read in publication order. Each book revisits commonly told historical narratives and separates fact from fiction in shaping America's past.
Start with The Real West and read in order.
Start this series with The Real West
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Ongoing3 books (2024–2026)
The Confronting series is an ongoing nonfiction collection by Bill O'Reilly, with three books published between 2024 and 2026. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Confronting the Presidents, co-written with Martin Dugard, followed by Confronting Evil: Assessing the Worst of the Worst and Confronting America: What Has to Change, both co-written with Josh Hammer. Each entry examines significant historical and contemporary subjects through O'Reilly's analytical lens.
Start with Confronting the Presidents(With: Martin Dugard) and read in order.
Start this series with Confronting the Presidents(With: Martin Dugard)
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleKilling Series
Likely Complete13 books (2011–2023)
Bill O'Reilly's Killing series comprises 13 nonfiction books published between 2011 and 2023, exploring historical figures and events through detailed narrative accounts. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Killing Lincoln and continuing through Killing the Witches. While the series appears to be complete, it covers diverse historical subjects ranging from American presidents to wartime leaders and cultural phenomena. Each book stands alone but benefits from the author's consistent investigative approach across the collection.
Start with Killing Lincoln, the first of 13 books in the Killing series.
Start this series with Killing Lincoln
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Non-Fiction Series
Complete14 books (2000–2019)
Bill O'Reilly's non-fiction series comprises fourteen books published between 2000 and 2019, representing a complete collection that should be read in publication order. The series spans topics ranging from cultural commentary to political analysis, with entries addressing both general audiences and younger readers. These works draw from O'Reilly's commentary and perspectives developed throughout his media career.
Start with The O'Reilly Factor, the first of 14 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with The O'Reilly Factor
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Picture Series
Complete1 book (2016–2016)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (1998–1998)
The Last Days Series
Complete5 books (2012–2016)
The Last Days is a five-book nonfiction series by Bill O'Reilly, published between 2012 and 2016, that examines pivotal final moments in history. Each standalone book focuses on the last days of a significant historical figure or event, including Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Jesus Christ, Adolf Hitler, and the assassination of a U.S. president. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Lincoln's Last Days.
Start with Lincoln's Last Days, the first of 5 books in the The Last Days series.
Start this series with Lincoln's Last Days
Buy Book 1 🇺🇸🎧 Listen free on AudibleFrequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Bill O’Reilly written?
- Bill O’Reilly has written 40 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 1998 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Bill O’Reilly series?
- Here are the first books in Bill O’Reilly's series: Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies: The Real West; Confronting: Confronting the Presidents(With: Martin Dugard); Killing: Killing Lincoln; Non-Fiction: The O'Reilly Factor; The Last Days: Lincoln's Last Days.
- What order should I read Bill O’Reilly's books?
- We recommend reading Bill O’Reilly's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Bill O’Reilly still writing new books?
- Yes, Bill O’Reilly has 1 ongoing series: Confronting.

