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Spencer Johnson

1 series 13 books in order 1 standalone book

Spencer Johnson was an American writer known for his children's book series ValueTales and for his 1998 motivational book Who Moved My Cheese?. His works have been translated into twenty-six languages. Johnson's writing often focused on themes of change, personal growth, and values, appealing to both children and adult readers. He is best recognized for Who Moved My Cheese?, a short and influential book that uses a simple story to convey lessons about adapting to change. His contributions to literature include multiple titles across different genres.

Born
1938
Known for
ValueTales

Series by Spencer Johnson

ValueTales

12 books in order · 1975–1979

  1. Cover of The Valuetale of Louis Pasteur

    The Valuetale of Louis Pasteur

    1975 · Spencer Johnson

    The book retells the story of Louis Pasteur, highlighting his steadfast belief in the existence of germs. This belief ultimately led to the…

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  3. The ValueTale of Elizabeth Fry

    1975 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the work of an English woman known for her pioneering efforts in improving conditions for prisoners. Her approach was based on the…

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  4. Cover of The Value of Believing in Yourself

    The Value of Believing in Yourself

    1976 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the life and work of Louis Pasteur, focusing on his groundbreaking discovery of harmful microorganisms. This discovery laid the…

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  5. Cover of The value of kindness

    The value of kindness

    1976 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the impact of kindness in transforming behavior, drawing on the work of an English woman known for her efforts to improve…

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  6. Cover of The Value of Courage

    The Value of Courage

    1977 · Spencer Johnson

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  7. Cover of The value of curiosity

    The value of curiosity

    1977 · Spencer Johnson

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  8. Cover of The Value of Imagination

    The Value of Imagination

    1977 · Spencer Johnson

    The book is a biography of the nineteenth-century English novelist Charles Dickens, highlighting the significance of an imaginative mind. It explores…

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  9. Cover of The value of saving

    The value of saving

    1978 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the life of an 18th-century printer, inventor, and statesman, highlighting how the practice of saving played a central role in his…

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  10. Cover of The value of dedication

    The value of dedication

    1979 · Spencer Johnson

    The book presents a biography of Albert Schweitzer, highlighting his philosophy of "reverence for life" and his lifelong dedication to serving…

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Standalone books

  1. Cover of Who Moved My Cheese?
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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Spencer Johnson written?

We list 13 books by Spencer Johnson across 1 series, published between 1975–1998 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Spencer Johnson's books?

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

Where can I buy Spencer Johnson'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.