Jonathan Franzen Reading Order
4 series · 17 books · Born August 17, 1959
Jonathan Franzen is an acclaimed American author recognized for his penetrating fiction and insightful essays. Over his prolific career, which spanned from 1988 to 2021, he published 17 books across various formats, including notable works like *The Corrections* and *Freedom*. His literary contributions encompass four series as well as standalone novels, nonfiction, and anthologies, making him a significant figure in contemporary literature.
A Key to All Mythologies Series
Complete1 book (2021–2021)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Crossroads 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
Anthologies Series
Complete5 books (1996–2012)
Start with Granta 54, the first of 5 books in the Anthologies series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete6 books
Start with How to Be Alone, the first of 6 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete5 books (1988–2015)
Start with The Twenty-Seventh City, the first of 5 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Jonathan Franzen written?
- Jonathan Franzen has written 17 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2021.
- What is the first book in each Jonathan Franzen series?
- Here are the first books in Jonathan Franzen's series: Anthologies: Granta 54; Non-Fiction: Test.
- What order should I read Jonathan Franzen's books?
- We recommend reading Jonathan Franzen's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Jonathan Franzen's series complete?
- Jonathan Franzen has 4 completed series.