Kurt Schlichter Reading Order
3 series · 21 books · Born 1965
Kurt Schlichter is a retired Army infantry colonel and trial lawyer who channels his military expertise and political commentary into dystopian fiction and conservative-leaning nonfiction. His Kelly Turnbull series presents near-future American scenarios marked by political tension and conflict, while his standalone novels explore themes of societal breakdown and resistance. Beyond fiction, Schlichter has published political analysis and cultural criticism, establishing himself as a prolific voice across both narrative and essay formats since 2012.
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Kelly Turnbull Series
Ongoing9 books (2016–2025)
The Kelly Turnbull series consists of nine science fiction and action-adventure novels by Kurt Schlichter, beginning with People's Republic in 2016 and continuing through Panama Red in 2025. This ongoing series should be read in publication order to follow the complete story arc across all nine installments. The novels blend speculative fiction with action-driven narratives set against contemporary political backdrops.
Start with People's Republic, the first of 9 books in the Kelly Turnbull series.
Start this series with People's Republic
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Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete8 books (2012–2022)
Kurt Schlichter's non-fiction series spans eight books published between 2012 and 2022, exploring conservative political commentary and cultural critique. The series includes titles such as I Am A Liberal, I Am a Conservative, Fetch My Latte, 50 Shades of Liberal, Conservative Insurgency, Militant Normals, The 21 Biggest Lies about Donald Trump, and We'll Be Back / The Fall and Rise of America. These works should be read in publication order to follow the author's evolving arguments across the decade-long span. The series appears to be complete as of 2022.
Start with I Am A Liberal, the first of 8 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with I Am A Liberal
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Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing4 books (2024–2026)
Kurt Schlichter has written three standalone science fiction and action novels published between 2024 and 2025, with the series remaining ongoing. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with The Attack, followed by American Apocalypse: The Second American Civil War, and Lost Angeles: Silver Bullets On The Sunset Strip (co-written with Irina Moises). American Warlord is listed as a forthcoming fourth entry in the series.
Start with The Attack and read in order.
Start this series with The Attack
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- How many books has Kurt Schlichter written?
- Kurt Schlichter has written 21 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2012 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Kurt Schlichter series?
- Here are the first books in Kurt Schlichter's series: Kelly Turnbull: People's Republic; Non-Fiction: I Am A Liberal.
- What order should I read Kurt Schlichter's books?
- We recommend reading Kurt Schlichter's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Kurt Schlichter still writing new books?
- Yes, Kurt Schlichter has 2 ongoing series: Kelly Turnbull, Standalone Novels.