How many books has Fredrik Backman written?

Fredrik Backman has written 13 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2025.

What is the first book in each Fredrik Backman series?

Here are the first books in Fredrik Backman's series: Beartown: Beartown / The Scandal; Short Stories/Novellas: And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer.

What order should I read Fredrik Backman's books?

We recommend reading Fredrik Backman's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.

Is Fredrik Backman still writing new books?

Yes, Fredrik Backman has 2 ongoing series: Short Stories/Novellas, Standalone Novels.

Fredrik Backman Reading Order

5 series · 13 books · Born 1981

Literary Fiction Non-Fiction

Fredrik Backman is a Swedish novelist known for his engaging contemporary fiction that often explores themes of community and human connection. With a diverse portfolio that includes 13 books across five series, his most celebrated work, Beartown, has captivated readers around the world. Active from 2012 to 2025, Backman's writings encompass standalone novels, short stories, novellas, nonfiction, and collections, earning him a prominent place in modern literature.

Beartown Series

Likely Complete

3 books (2016–2021)

Start with Beartown / The Scandal and read in order.

#	Title
1	Beartown / The Scandal 2016Buy 🇺🇸
2	Us Against You 2017Buy 🇺🇸
3	The Winners 2021Buy 🇺🇸

Collections Series

Complete

1 book (2018–2018)

#	Title
1	The Deal of a Lifetime and Other Stories 2018Buy 🇺🇸

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2019–2019)

#	Title
1	Things My Son Needs to Know about the World 2019Buy 🇺🇸

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Ongoing

3 books (2015–2024)

Start with And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer and read in order.

#	Title
1	And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer 2015Buy 🇺🇸
2	The Deal of a Lifetime 2017Buy 🇺🇸
3	The Answer Is No 2024Buy 🇺🇸

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

5 books (2012–2025)

Start with A Man Called Ove, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#	Title
1	A Man Called Ove 2012Buy 🇺🇸
2	My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry / My Grandmother Sends Her Regards and Apologises 2013Buy 🇺🇸
3	Britt-Marie Was Here 2014Buy 🇺🇸
4	Anxious People 2019Buy 🇺🇸
5	My Friends 2025Buy 🇺🇸

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Fredrik Backman written?: Fredrik Backman has written 13 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Fredrik Backman series?: Here are the first books in Fredrik Backman's series: Beartown: Beartown / The Scandal; Short Stories/Novellas: And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer.
What order should I read Fredrik Backman's books?: We recommend reading Fredrik Backman's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Fredrik Backman still writing new books?: Yes, Fredrik Backman has 2 ongoing series: Short Stories/Novellas, Standalone Novels.