Han Kang Reading Order
3 series · 8 books · Born 1970-11-27
Han Kang is a South Korean author renowned for her exquisite storytelling in the realms of literary fiction, poetry, and short narratives. With a writing career spanning from 2007 to 2026, she has produced eight works across three series, which include standalone novels, short stories, novellas, and anthologies. Her most acclaimed piece, "The Vegetarian," explores profound themes of identity and societal norms, earning her international recognition and numerous accolades.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2026–2026)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Penguin Book of the International Short Story 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete2 books (2017–2019)
Start with Convalescence and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete5 books (2007–2023)
Start with The Vegetarian, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Han Kang written?
- Han Kang has written 8 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Han Kang series?
- Here are the first books in Han Kang's series: Short Stories/Novellas: Convalescence.
- What order should I read Han Kang's books?
- We recommend reading Han Kang's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Han Kang's series complete?
- Han Kang has 2 completed series.