
Mitch Albom Reading Order
5 series Β· 22 books Β· Born 1958-05-23
Mitch Albom is an accomplished writer and media personality whose work spans novels, journalism, and screenwriting. Best known for exploring themes of meaning, mortality, and human connection, Albom has published over two dozen books that have resonated with millions of readers across multiple genres, from philosophical fiction to memoir. His versatility as a storyteller extends beyond the page into drama, broadcasting, and music, making him one of the most influential contemporary authors in popular literature.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2013β2013)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hard Listening: The Greatest Rock Band Ever (of Authors) Tells All |
Heaven Series
Complete2 books (2003β2018)
Mitch Albom's Heaven series consists of two complete books published across fifteen years, beginning with The Five People You Meet in Heaven in 2003 and concluding with The Next Person You Meet in Heaven in 2018. These works should be read in publication order to experience Albom's exploration of interconnected lives and meaning. The series follows distinct characters whose paths intersect through unexpected encounters and revelations about human connection and purpose.
Start with The Five People You Meet in Heaven and read in order.
Start this series with The Five People You Meet in Heaven
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Five People You Meet in Heaven |
| 2 | The Next Person You Meet in Heaven |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete10 books (1988β2020)
Mitch Albom's complete non-fiction series spans from 1988 to 2020 and includes ten books that should be read in publication order. The collection begins with Live Albom and progresses through four volumes of Live Albom before branching into topical works like The Fab Five, Tuesdays with Morrie, Have a Little Faith, Finding Chika, and Human Touch. These works showcase Albom's journalism and memoir writing across various life themes and human connections.
Start with Live Albom, the first of 10 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Live Albom
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Live Albom |
| 2 | Bo |
| 3 | Live Albom II |
| 4 | Live Albom III |
| 5 | The Fab Five |
| 6 | Live Albom IV |
| 7 | Tuesdays with Morrie |
| 8 | Have a Little Faith |
| 9 | Finding Chika |
| 10 | Human Touch: A Story in Real Time |
Plays Series
Complete2 books (2007β2007)
Mitch Albom's two-book drama series consists of original stage plays published in 2007. Both plays should be read in publication order, beginning with And the Winner Is followed by Duck Hunter Shoots Angel. This complete collection represents Albom's work in theatrical writing alongside his better-known non-fiction titles.
Start with And the Winner Is and read in order.
Start this series with And the Winner Is
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | And the Winner Is |
| 2 | Duck Hunter Shoots Angel |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing7 books (2006β2025)
Mitch Albom's standalone novels series comprises seven books published between 2006 and 2025, with the series still ongoing. Each novel stands independently and should be read in publication order beginning with For One More Day. The collection spans works of fiction that explore meaningful human connections and life's profound moments across diverse narratives and settings.
Start with For One More Day, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with For One More Day
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | For One More Day |
| 2 | The Time Keeper |
| 3 | The First Phone Call from Heaven |
| 4 | The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto |
| 5 | The Stranger in the Lifeboat |
| 6 | The Little Liar |
| 7 | Twice |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Mitch Albom written?
- Mitch Albom has written 22 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1988 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Mitch Albom series?
- Here are the first books in Mitch Albom's series: Heaven: The Five People You Meet in Heaven; Non-Fiction: Live Albom; Plays: And the Winner Is.
- What order should I read Mitch Albom's books?
- We recommend reading Mitch Albom's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Mitch Albom still writing new books?
- Yes, Mitch Albom has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

