Helen Oyeyemi Reading Order
5 series · 32 books
Helen Oyeyemi is a British author whose inventive novels and short stories blend literary sophistication with fantastical elements to explore themes of identity, myth, and perception. Her work spans standalone novels and numerous short story collections, showcasing her gift for intricate plotting and imaginative world-building across both realist and speculative modes. With a career spanning two decades and recognition including selection for major award programs, Oyeyemi has established herself as a distinctive voice in contemporary literature who challenges conventional narrative structures.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete4 books (2011–2024)
Start with One for the Trouble: Book Slam Volume 1 and read in order.
Start this series with One for the Trouble: Book Slam Volume 1
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Book Slam Annual Series
Complete2 books (2011–2012)
Start with One for the Trouble: Book Slam Volume 1(With: Irvine Welsh,Simon Armitage,Patrick Ness,Jon Ronson,William Boyd,Hari Kunzru,Joe Dunthorne,Bernardine Evaristo,Richard Milward,Roger Robinson,Paul Murray,Don Paterson,Patrick Neate,Jon McGregor,Sophie Woolley,Luke Wright,Tim Key,Kae Tempest) and read in order.
Start this series with One for the Trouble: Book Slam Volume 1(With: Irvine Welsh,Simon Armitage,Patrick Ness,Jon Ronson,William Boyd,Hari Kunzru,Joe Dunthorne,Bernardine Evaristo,Richard Milward,Roger Robinson,Paul Murray,Don Paterson,Patrick Neate,Jon McGregor,Sophie Woolley,Luke Wright,Tim Key,Kae Tempest)
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Short Story Collections Series
Complete2 books (2005–2016)
Start with Juniper's Whitening / Victimese and read in order.
Start this series with Juniper's Whitening / Victimese
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing9 books (2005–2025)
Start with The Icarus Girl, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Icarus Girl
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The BBC National Short Story Award Series
Ongoing15 books (2010–2024)
Start with The BBC National Short Story Award 2010(With: David Constantine,Sarah Hall,Aminatta Forna,Jon McGregor), the first of 15 books in the The BBC National Short Story Award series.
Start this series with The BBC National Short Story Award 2010(With: David Constantine,Sarah Hall,Aminatta Forna,Jon McGregor)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Helen Oyeyemi written?
- Helen Oyeyemi has written 32 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2005 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Helen Oyeyemi series?
- Here are the first books in Helen Oyeyemi's series: Anthologies: One for the Trouble: Book Slam Volume 1; Book Slam Annual: One for the Trouble: Book Slam Volume 1(With: Irvine Welsh,Simon Armitage,Patrick Ness,Jon Ronson,William Boyd,Hari Kunzru,Joe Dunthorne,Bernardine Evaristo,Richard Milward,Roger Robinson,Paul Murray,Don Paterson,Patrick Neate,Jon McGregor,Sophie Woolley,Luke Wright,Tim Key,Kae Tempest); Short Story Collections: Juniper's Whitening / Victimese; The BBC National Short Story Award: The BBC National Short Story Award 2010(With: David Constantine,Sarah Hall,Aminatta Forna,Jon McGregor).
- What order should I read Helen Oyeyemi's books?
- We recommend reading Helen Oyeyemi's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Helen Oyeyemi still writing new books?
- Yes, Helen Oyeyemi has 2 ongoing series: Standalone Novels, The BBC National Short Story Award.