Iceberg Slim Reading Order
2 series ยท 10 books ยท Born 1918
Iceberg Slim, born Robert Beck, was an influential American author known for his raw and evocative storytelling in the genre of urban fiction. Over his prolific career from 1967 to 2019, he penned 10 books across two series, including standalone novels and short story collections, with "Pimp: The Story of My Life" standing out as his most renowned work. His impactful writing has left a lasting legacy in literature, resonating strongly with readers, particularly within the African American community.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (1981โ1981)
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Airtight Willy and Me 1981Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete9 books (1967โ2019)
Start with Pimp, the first of 9 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Pimp 1967Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Trick Baby 1967Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Mama Black Widow 1969Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | The Naked Soul of Iceberg Slim 1971Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Death Wish 1977Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | Long White Con 1977Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | Doom Fox 1998Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 8 | Shetani's Sister 2015Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 9 | Night Train to Sugar Hill 2019Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Iceberg Slim written?
- Iceberg Slim has written 10 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1967 to 2019.
- What order should I read Iceberg Slim's books?
- We recommend reading Iceberg Slim's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Iceberg Slim's series complete?
- Iceberg Slim has 2 completed series.

