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Anne Enright

Bestselling Author • 4 Series • 20 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: The Wig My Father Wore (1995)
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Publication Order of Collections
Start with: The Portable Virgin (1992)
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Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Start with: Making Babies (2004)

About Anne Enright

Anne started writing in earnest when she got an electric typewriter for her 21st birthday. Anne was a television director and producer for RTE in Dublin for six years, and produced the RTE programme “Nighthawks” for four years. Then she worked in children’s programming for two years and would write on the weekend. She started writing full time in the year 1993. Her full time writing career came about when she left television because of a breakdown. She is married to Martin Murphy, who was the director of the Pavilion Theatre in Dun Laoghaire. They have a son and daughter together. “The Portable Virgin”, her first collection of short stories, won the Rooney Prize. “The Forgotten Waltz” won the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction and “The Gathering” won the Man Booker Prize. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Anne Enright has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Anne Enright

Publication Order of Standalone Novels
8 books 1995–2023
1

The Wig My Father Wore

The Wig My Father Wore is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Anne Enright have come to expect.

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1995
2

What are You Like?

What are You Like? is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Anne Enright have come to expect.

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2000
3

The Pleasure of Eliza Lynch

The Pleasure of Eliza Lynch is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Anne Enright have come to expect.

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2002
4

The Gathering

The Gathering is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Anne Enright have come to expect.

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2007
5

The Forgotten Waltz

The Forgotten Waltz continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
6

The Green Road

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Green Road, another outstanding contribution from Anne Enright.

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2015
7

Actress

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Actress, another outstanding contribution from Anne Enright.

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2020
8

The Wren, the Wren

The Wren, the Wren continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
Publication Order of Collections
4 books 1992–2025
1

The Portable Virgin

The Portable Virgin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Anne Enright have come to expect.

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1992
2

Taking Pictures

Taking Pictures continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
3

Yesterday's Weather

Yesterday's Weather continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
4

Attention

Attention continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2025
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
3 books 2004–2020
1

Making Babies

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Making Babies, another outstanding contribution from Anne Enright.

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2004
2

Babies

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Babies, another outstanding contribution from Anne Enright.

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2017
3

No Authority

No Authority continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2020
Publication Order of Anthologies
5 books 1997–2015
1

Finbar's Hotel

Finbar's Hotel continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1997
2

Virgins and Hyacinths: The Attic Press Book of Fiction

Virgins and Hyacinths: The Attic Press Book of Fiction is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Anne Enright have come to expect.

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1997
3

Uea Creative Writing Anthology 2008.

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Uea Creative Writing Anthology 2008., another outstanding contribution from Anne Enright.

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2008
4

The Granta Book of the Irish Short Story

The Granta Book of the Irish Short Story continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
5

The Long Gaze Back

The Long Gaze Back continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Anne Enright's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Anne Enright?

Anne Enright is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 20 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Collections, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Anne Enright series to start with?

For readers new to Anne Enright's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 8 books. Begin with The Wig My Father Wore to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Anne Enright written?

Anne Enright has written over 20 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Anne Enright books in order?

Yes, reading Anne Enright's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Anne Enright write in?

Anne Enright writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 20 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Anne Enright's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Anne Enright's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Anne Enright's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Anne Enright's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, The Wig My Father Wore, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.