Leslie Jamison Reading Order
3 series Β· 9 books Β· Born 1983
Leslie Jamison is an American novelist and essayist known for her penetrating explorations of human connection and vulnerability. Her work spans both literary fiction and deeply personal essay collections that examine themes of empathy, desire, and emotional authenticity. As a faculty member at Columbia University's writing program, Jamison has established herself as both a creative force and influential voice in contemporary literature, with notable works including her debut novel The Gin Closet and the acclaimed essay collection The Empathy Exams.
Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (2019β2022)
Start this series with What My Mother and I Don't Talk About: Fifteen Writers Break the Silence
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | What My Mother and I Don't Talk About: Fifteen Writers Break the Silence |
| 2 | This Woman's Work |
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing6 books (2014β2024)
Start with 52 Blue, the first of 6 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with 52 Blue
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | 52 Blue |
| 2 | The Empathy Exams |
| 3 | The Best American Essays 2017 |
| 4 | The Recovering |
| 5 | Make It Scream, Make It Burn |
| 6 | Splinters: Another Kind of Love Story |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2010β2010)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Gin Closet |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Leslie Jamison written?
- Leslie Jamison has written 9 books across 3 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Leslie Jamison series?
- Here are the first books in Leslie Jamison's series: Anthologies: What My Mother and I Don't Talk About: Fifteen Writers Break the Silence; Non-Fiction: 52 Blue.
- What order should I read Leslie Jamison's books?
- We recommend reading Leslie Jamison's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Leslie Jamison still writing new books?
- Yes, Leslie Jamison has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.

