Bret Easton Ellis Reading Order
5 series · 12 books · Born 7 March 1964
Bret Easton Ellis is an acclaimed American author known for his sharp commentary on contemporary society and culture. His work spans multiple genres and includes twelve books across five series, as well as standalone novels, novellas, and non-fiction. Among his most notable achievements is the seminal novel "American Psycho," which has left a lasting impact on both literature and film. Active from 1985 to 2023, Ellis remains a distinctive voice in modern fiction.
Clay Series
Complete2 books (1985–2010)
Start with Less Than Zero and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (2014–2019)
Start with Body Fitness and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete1 book (2006–2006)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Water from the Sun and Discovering Japan 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (1994–1994)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Informers 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete5 books (1987–2023)
Start with The Rules of Attraction, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Bret Easton Ellis written?
- Bret Easton Ellis has written 12 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1985 to 2023.
- What is the first book in each Bret Easton Ellis series?
- Here are the first books in Bret Easton Ellis's series: Clay: Less Than Zero; Non-Fiction: Body Fitness.
- What order should I read Bret Easton Ellis's books?
- We recommend reading Bret Easton Ellis's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Bret Easton Ellis's series complete?
- Bret Easton Ellis has 4 completed series.