Paul Auster

1947–2024

1 series 19 books in order 17 standalone books

Paul Benjamin Auster (February 3, 1947 – April 30, 2024) was an American writer, novelist, memoirist, poet, and filmmaker. His notable works include The New York Trilogy (1987), Moon Palace (1989), The Music of Chance (1990), The Book of Illusions (2002), The Brooklyn Follies (2005), Invisible (2009), Sunset Park (2010), Winter Journal (2012), and 4 3 2 1 (2017). His books have been translated into more than 40 languages.

Born: 1947
Known for: The New York Trilogy

Series by Paul Auster

The New York Trilogy

2 books in order · 1985–1986

Standalone books

Frequently asked questions

How many books has Paul Auster written?

We list 19 books by Paul Auster across 1 series, published between 1985–2017 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Paul Auster's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “The locked room.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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