📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books Best for beginners - Start with "For Better and for Worse" (1993)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "Exchange of Pleasant Words & A Coin" (2006)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "The Book of My Lives" (2013)
Publication Order of Collections Popular choice - Start with "The Question of Bruno" (2000)

About the Author

About Aleksandar Hemon Aleksandar Hemon is an esteemed Bosnian-American author and essayist. He is well known for his writing, which has been praised for its captivating characters and imaginative plots. Hemon’s gift for creating stories with protagonists that are both entertaining and relatable makes his works highly sought after. His writing style is unique, with stories that are often laced with clever dialogue and unexpected plot twists. He has a knack for crafting characters that are complex and interesting, and his stories often feature rich and vivid descriptions of the places, people, and cultures he writes about. Hemon has a knack for creating compelling narratives that draw readers in and keep them engaged. Hemon is also an accomplished television writer and screenwriter, h. Aleksandar Hemon is the author of over 39 books across 6 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Aleksandar Hemon has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

4 books
  • Nowhere Man In 'Nowhere Man', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2002) ⭐ Start here
  • The Lazarus Project The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Lazarus Project', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • The Making of Zombie Wars Join the adventure in 'The Making of Zombie Wars' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2015) ⭐ Start here
  • The World and All That It Holds Experience the magic of 'The World and All That It Holds' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

2 books
  • Exchange of Pleasant Words & A Coin In 'Exchange of Pleasant Words & A Coin', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.
    (2006)
  • Good Living Join the adventure in 'Good Living' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

5 books
  • The Book of My Lives 'The Book of My Lives' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Aleksandar Hemon has created.
    (2013)
  • The Matters of Life, Death, and More In 'The Matters of Life, Death, and More', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2014)
  • My Prisoner Join the adventure in 'My Prisoner' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2015)
  • Behind the Glass Wall In 'Behind the Glass Wall', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.
    (2015)
  • My Parents: An Introduction / This Does Not Belong to You Join the adventure in 'My Parents: An Introduction / This Does Not Belong to You' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2019)

Publication Order of Collections

2 books
  • The Question of Bruno Experience the magic of 'The Question of Bruno' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.
    (2000)
  • Love and Obstacles 'Love and Obstacles' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Collections series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2008)

Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books

17 books
  • For Better and for Worse The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'For Better and for Worse', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (1993)
  • Even More Laughs In 'Even More Laughs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.
    (1998)
  • Timeless Classics The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Timeless Classics', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2006)
  • Falling in Love 'Falling in Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2007)
  • Food Fictions The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Food Fictions', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2007)
  • Travel Tales 'Travel Tales' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Aleksandar Hemon has created.
    (2007)
  • Edith Wharton Join the adventure in 'Edith Wharton' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2007)
  • Pets! In 'Pets!', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.
    (2007)
  • Tales of Betrayal The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Tales of Betrayal', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2007)
  • Family Matters In 'Family Matters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.
    (2007)
  • Are We There Yet? Join the adventure in 'Are We There Yet?' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2008)
  • A Touch of Magic 'A Touch of Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2009)
  • The William Hurt Collection Join the adventure in 'The William Hurt Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2009)
  • Whodunit? The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Whodunit?', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2009)
  • American Classics Join the adventure in 'American Classics' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2010)
  • New American Stories 'New American Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Aleksandar Hemon has created.
    (2011)
  • Poe! 'Poe!' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Aleksandar Hemon has created.
    (2012)

Publication Order of Anthologies

9 books
  • The Best of McSweeney's Experience the magic of 'The Best of McSweeney's' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2004)
  • The Anchor Book of New American Short Stories The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Anchor Book of New American Short Stories', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2004)
  • The Book of Other People Join the adventure in 'The Book of Other People' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2007)
  • Best European Fiction 2010 'Best European Fiction 2010' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Aleksandar Hemon has created.
    (2009)
  • Best European Fiction 2011 In 'Best European Fiction 2011', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2010)
  • Selected Shorts: New American Stories 'Selected Shorts: New American Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Aleksandar Hemon has created.
    (2011)
  • Best European Fiction 2012 Experience the magic of 'Best European Fiction 2012' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (2011)
  • Freeman's Power The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Freeman's Power', another thrilling entry from Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2018)
  • The Penguin Book of the International Short Story Join the adventure in 'The Penguin Book of the International Short Story' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Aleksandar Hemon.
    (2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is Aleksandar Hemon?

Aleksandar Hemon is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 39 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best Aleksandar Hemon book series to start with?

For readers new to Aleksandar Hemon's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 17 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Aleksandar Hemon's writing.

Q: How many books has Aleksandar Hemon written?

Aleksandar Hemon has written over 39 books across 6 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.