David Goodis Reading Order
2 series · 21 books · Born March 02, 1917
David Goodis, an influential American noir novelist, captivated readers with his dark and gritty storytelling. Active from 1939 until 2024, he authored 21 books across two series, including standalone novels and anthologies, with his most noted work being "Dark Passage." His compelling narratives often reflect his Philadelphia roots and the complexities of human nature.
Anthologies Series
Ongoing3 books (1996–2024)
Start with Pulp Frictions: Hardboiled Stories and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete18 books (1939–1967)
Start with Retreat from Oblivion, the first of 18 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Retreat from Oblivion 1939Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Dark Passage 1946Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Behold This Woman 1947Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Nightfall/Missing Believed Murdered / The Dark Chase / Convicted 1947Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | Of Missing Persons 1950Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Cassidy's Girl 1951Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | Of Tender Sin 1952Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | Street of the Lost 1952Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Burglar 1953Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  The Moon in the Gutter 1953Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Black Friday 1954Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Street of No Return 1954Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  The Blonde on the Street Corner 1954Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  The Wounded and the Slain 1955Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | Down There/Shoot the Piano Player 1956Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 | Fire in the Flesh 1957Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Night Squad 1961Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 | Somebody's Done For 1967Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has David Goodis written?
- David Goodis has written 21 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1939 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each David Goodis series?
- Here are the first books in David Goodis's series: Anthologies: Pulp Frictions: Hardboiled Stories.
- What order should I read David Goodis's books?
- We recommend reading David Goodis's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is David Goodis still writing new books?
- Yes, David Goodis has 1 ongoing series: Anthologies.