Stewart O’Nan Reading Order
8 series · 168 books · Born 1961
Stewart O’Nan is a prolific American author known for his compelling storytelling across various genres, including literary fiction and nonfiction. With an impressive catalog of 168 works, he has captivated readers through eight series featuring characters like Emily Maxwell, along with standalone novels, short stories, and collections. Active from 1993 to 2025, O’Nan's most recognized titles include "Snow Angels" and "A Prayer for the Dying."
Akashic Noir Series
Ongoing121 books (2002–2025)
Start with San Francisco Noir, the first of 121 books in the Akashic Noir series.
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| 1 | San Francisco Noir 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Bronx Noir 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | Seattle Noir 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | Brooklyn Noir 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
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| 19 | Wall Street Noir 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 20 |  Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth 2008Buy 🇺🇸 |
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| 71 | Chicago Noir: The Classics 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
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| 99 | Amsterdam Noir 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
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| 102 | Accra Noir 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
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Anthologies Series
Complete8 books (1996–2016)
Start with Granta 54, the first of 8 books in the Anthologies series.
Emily Maxwell Series
Ongoing4 books (2002–2025)
Start with Wish You Were Here, the first of 4 books in the Emily Maxwell series.
Non-Fiction Series
Complete2 books (2000–2004)
Start with The Circus Fire and read in order.
Short Stories/Novellas Series
Complete3 books (2007–2012)
Start with Last Night at the Lobster and read in order.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (1993–1993)
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| 1 |  In the Walled City 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Likely Complete14 books (1994–2022)
Start with Snow Angels, the first of 14 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Snow Angels 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Names of the Dead 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Speed Queen 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  A World Away 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 | A Prayer for the Dying 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Everyday People 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  The Night Country 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  The Good Wife 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Last Night at the Lobster 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Songs for the Missing 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  The Odds 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  West of Sunset 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  City of Secrets 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Ocean State 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror Series
Ongoing15 books (2010–2024)
Start with The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition, the first of 15 books in the The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror series.
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| 1 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2010 Edition 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2011 Edition 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, 2012 Edition 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2013 Edition 2013Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2014 Edition 2014Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2015 Edition 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2016 Edition 2016Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2017 Edition 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 | The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2018 Edition 2018Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, 2019 Edition 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 1 2020Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 2 2021Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy and Horror, Volume 3 2022Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 | The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4 2023Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 | The Year’s Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 5 2024Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Stewart O’Nan written?
- Stewart O’Nan has written 168 books across 8 series. Their published works span from 1993 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each Stewart O’Nan series?
- Here are the first books in Stewart O’Nan's series: Akashic Noir: San Francisco Noir; Anthologies: Granta 54; Emily Maxwell: Wish You Were Here; Non-Fiction: The Circus Fire; Short Stories/Novellas: Last Night at the Lobster.
- What order should I read Stewart O’Nan's books?
- We recommend reading Stewart O’Nan's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Stewart O’Nan still writing new books?
- Yes, Stewart O’Nan has 3 ongoing series: Akashic Noir, Emily Maxwell, The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror.