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Elif Shafak Reading Order

3 series · 16 books

Non-Fiction

Elif Shafak is a Turkish-British writer who blends literary fiction with social commentary, drawing on her background in political science and activism. Her novels and essays explore themes of cultural identity, spirituality, and human connection across continents and centuries. Known for her multilingual storytelling and passionate advocacy for women's rights and minority voices, Shafak has built a substantial body of work that resonates with readers worldwide and sparks important conversations about society and belonging.

Anthologies Series

Complete

2 books (2014–2018)

Start with 1914 - Goodbye to All That and read in order.

Start this series with 1914 - Goodbye to All That

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1914 - Goodbye to All That
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Freeman's Power
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

3 books (2007–2020)

Start with Black Milk and read in order.

Start this series with Black Milk

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2
The Happiness of Blond People
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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How to Stay Sane in an Age of Division
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

11 books (1999–2024)

Start with The Gaze, the first of 11 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Gaze

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2
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The Flea Palace
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Saint of Incipient Insanities
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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The Bastard of Istanbul
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Forty Rules of Love
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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7
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The Architect's Apprentice
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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Three Daughters of Eve
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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The Island of Missing Trees
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
There Are Rivers in the Sky
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Elif Shafak written?
Elif Shafak has written 16 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 1999 to 2024.
What is the first book in each Elif Shafak series?
Here are the first books in Elif Shafak's series: Anthologies: 1914 - Goodbye to All That; Non-Fiction: Black Milk.
What order should I read Elif Shafak's books?
We recommend reading Elif Shafak's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Elif Shafak still writing new books?
Yes, Elif Shafak has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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