Steven Pressfield Reading Order
2 series · 23 books · Born 1943
Steven Pressfield is an acclaimed author known for his compelling storytelling in the genres of historical fiction and non-fiction. With an impressive collection of 23 works across two series, including standalone novels, he is best recognized for his influential title, "The War of Art." Active from 1995 to 2026, Pressfield has captivated readers with his insights into creativity and the creative process.
Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete11 books (2002–2022)
Start with The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles, the first of 11 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Do the Work 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Warrior Ethos 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Turning Pro: Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life's Work 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Authentic Swing 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Lion's Gate 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  An American Jew 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t: Why That Is and What You Can Do About It 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Artist's Journey: The Wake of the Hero's Journey and the Lifelong Pursuit of Meaning 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Govt Cheese 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants to Be 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Ongoing12 books (1995–2026)
Start with The Legend of Bagger Vance, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  The Legend of Bagger Vance 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Gates of Fire 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Tides of War 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Last of the Amazons 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Virtues of War 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Afghan Campaign 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Killing Rommel 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Profession 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  The Knowledge 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  36 Righteous Men 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  A Man at Arms 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Arcadian 2026Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Steven Pressfield written?
- Steven Pressfield has written 23 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Steven Pressfield series?
- Here are the first books in Steven Pressfield's series: Non-Fiction: The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles.
- What order should I read Steven Pressfield's books?
- We recommend reading Steven Pressfield's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Steven Pressfield still writing new books?
- Yes, Steven Pressfield has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.