Karan Mahajan Reading Order
2 series Β· 4 books Β· Born 1984
Karan Mahajan is an Indian-American author whose literary fiction explores complex characters and intimate family dynamics. Born in New Delhi and educated at Stanford University, he crafts introspective novels that often grapple with themes of identity, ambition, and moral conflict. His body of work spans standalone novels and anthology contributions, establishing him as a thoughtful voice in contemporary fiction.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2017β2017)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Granta 139: Best of Young American Novelists 3 |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing3 books (2008β2026)
Karan Mahajan's three novels should be read in the order they were published, beginning with Family Planning in 2008 and continuing through The Association of Small Bombs and The Complex, which arrived in 2014 and 2026 respectively. Though marketed as standalone works, these books form an ongoing series that benefits from sequential reading. Each novel stands independently while contributing to Mahajan's broader literary project, making publication order the recommended approach for new readers.
Start with Family Planning and read in order.
Start this series with Family Planning
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Family Planning |
| 2 | The Association of Small Bombs |
| 3 | The Complex |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Karan Mahajan written?
- Karan Mahajan has written 4 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2008 to 2026.
- What order should I read Karan Mahajan's books?
- We recommend reading Karan Mahajan's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Karan Mahajan still writing new books?
- Yes, Karan Mahajan has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

