Chris Offutt Reading Order
6 series · 141 books · Born 1958
Chris Offutt is a prolific American author celebrated for his impactful short stories and novels, alongside a diverse range of nonfiction work. With a total of 141 books spanning six series—including the Mick Hardin series, standalone novels, collections, and contributions to the Akashic Noir series—Offutt's writing showcases his mastery in blending genres. Active from 1992 through 2025, he has made significant contributions to contemporary literature, earning acclaim for both his storytelling and insightful memoirs.
Akashic Noir Series
Ongoing121 books (2002–2025)
Start with San Francisco Noir, the first of 121 books in the Akashic Noir series.
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| 1 | San Francisco Noir 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Bronx Noir 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Seattle Noir 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Brooklyn Noir 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Hasidic Noir 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
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| 20 |  Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
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| 71 | Chicago Noir: The Classics 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
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Anthologies Series
Complete9 books (1994–2017)
Start with The Best American Short Stories 1994, the first of 9 books in the Anthologies series.
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| 1 |  The Best American Short Stories 1994 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Granta 54 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Body 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  The Secret Society of Demolition Writers 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | River Teeth 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | Stray Dogs 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Walk Till the Dogs Get Mean:Meditations on the Forbidden from Contemporary Appalachia 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Tales of Two Americas 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | Unbroken Circle: Stories of Cultural Diversity in the South 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
Collections Series
Complete2 books (1992–1999)
Start with Kentucky Straight and read in order.
Mick Hardin Series
Ongoing4 books (2021–2025)
Start with The Killing Hills, the first of 4 books in the Mick Hardin series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (1993–2016)
Start with The Same River Twice and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete2 books (1997–2018)
Start with The Good Brother and read in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Chris Offutt written?
- Chris Offutt has written 141 books across 6 series. Their published works span from 1992 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Chris Offutt series?
- Here are the first books in Chris Offutt's series: Akashic Noir: San Francisco Noir; Anthologies: The Best American Short Stories 1994; Collections: Kentucky Straight; Mick Hardin: The Killing Hills; Non-Fiction: The Same River Twice.
- What order should I read Chris Offutt's books?
- We recommend reading Chris Offutt's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Chris Offutt still writing new books?
- Yes, Chris Offutt has 2 ongoing series: Akashic Noir, Mick Hardin.