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John Gray

1 series 9 books in order 3 standalone books

John Gray, born on December 28, 1951, is an American relationship counselor, lecturer, and author. He began a nine-year association with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1969 before starting his career as an author and relationship counselor. In 1992, he published Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, which became a long-term best seller and shaped the focus of his later works. His books have sold millions of copies.

Born
1951
Known for
Mars and Venus

Series by John Gray

Mars and Venus

6 books in order · 1994–1998

  1. Cover of Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus

    Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus

    1994 · John Gray

    A 1994 essay by John Gray. Using the conceit that Martians and Venusians met, fell in love, and had happy relationships by respecting their…

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  2. Cover of Mars and Venus in the bedroom

    Mars and Venus in the bedroom

    1995 · John Gray

    Gray brings his Mars and Venus framework into the bedroom, exploring how the emotional and communication differences between men and women shape…

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  3. Cover of Mars and Venus in Love

    Mars and Venus in Love

    1996 · John Gray

    The book explores how men and women can deepen romantic love by understanding their fundamentally different emotional needs and communication styles.…

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  4. Cover of Mars and Venus Together Forever

    Mars and Venus Together Forever

    1996 · John Gray

    Focused on lasting love, Gray addresses how couples can sustain attraction and intimacy over the long haul. He explores the recurring cycles and…

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  5. Cover of Mars and Venus on a Date

    Mars and Venus on a Date

    1997 · John Gray

    Gray applies his Mars and Venus philosophy to dating and courtship, guiding singles through the stages of building a relationship from first…

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  6. Cover of Mars and Venus Starting Over

    Mars and Venus Starting Over

    1998 · John Gray

    Written for those recovering from divorce, breakup, or the loss of a partner, this book guides readers through emotional healing and the path back to…

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Standalone books

  1. Cover of Why Mars & Venus collide
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  2. Cover of How to Get What You Want and Want What You Have
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  3. Cover of Enlightenment's Wake
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Frequently asked questions

How many books has John Gray written?

We list 9 books by John Gray across 1 series, published between 1994–2008 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read John Gray's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

Where can I buy John Gray's books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.