Ben Okri
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About the Author
He spent his childhood growing up in London, attending primary school in Peckham, before he returned to Nigeria in the year 1968 with his family. Ben’s exposure to the Nigerian civil war and the culture that his peers of the time claimed to have seen visions of spirits gave him some inspiration while writing fiction. He went back to London in the year 1978, and studied comparative Literature at Essex University. Okri wound up homeless after financial problems in Nigeria caused his grant to get withdrawn; he slept on park benches and friends’ floors, and eating from restaurant trash cans. Ben grew up with stories and finds that they are embedded deeply in him. His mom would tell him stories all the time and was rather good at it. His culture, in Nigeria, is a storytelling place. Ben Okri is the author of over 37 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Ben Okri has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of The Famished Road Trilogy Books
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The Famished Road 'The Famished Road' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Famished Road Trilogy Books series, set in the world Ben Okri has created.(1991) ⭐ Start here
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Songs of Enchantment In 'Songs of Enchantment', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Famished Road Trilogy Books saga.(1993) ⭐ Start here
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Infinite Riches 'Infinite Riches' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Famished Road Trilogy Books series, set in the world Ben Okri has created.(1998) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
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The Landscapes Within Join the adventure in 'The Landscapes Within' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ben Okri.(1981)
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Incidents at the Shrine The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Incidents at the Shrine', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(1987)
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Flowers and Shadows Join the adventure in 'Flowers and Shadows' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ben Okri.(1989)
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Astonishing the Gods Experience the magic of 'Astonishing the Gods' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1995)
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Birds of Heaven The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Birds of Heaven', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(1995)
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Dangerous Love 'Dangerous Love' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ben Okri.(1996)
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A Way of Being Free Join the adventure in 'A Way of Being Free' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ben Okri.(1998)
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Alfredo Jaar The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Alfredo Jaar', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(1999)
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Mental Fight Experience the magic of 'Mental Fight' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1999)
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In Arcadia The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'In Arcadia', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(2002)
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Starbook The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Starbook', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(2007)
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Tales of Freedom 'Tales of Freedom' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Ben Okri has created.(2009)
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The Age of Magic 'The Age of Magic' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ben Okri.(2014)
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The Freedom Artist 'The Freedom Artist' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Ben Okri has created.(2019)
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The Last Gift of the Master Artists Experience the magic of 'The Last Gift of the Master Artists' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2022)
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Madame Sosostris and the Festival for the Brokenhearted 'Madame Sosostris and the Festival for the Brokenhearted' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Ben Okri.(2025)
Publication Order of Children's Books
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Every Leaf a Hallelujah Join the adventure in 'Every Leaf a Hallelujah' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Children's Books series by Ben Okri.(2021)
Publication Order of Plays
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Changing Destiny The Publication Order of Plays series continues with 'Changing Destiny', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(2021)
Publication Order of Collections
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Stars of the New Curfew The Publication Order of Collections series continues with 'Stars of the New Curfew', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(1988)
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An African Elegy 'An African Elegy' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world Ben Okri has created.(1992)
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Wild In 'Wild', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(2012)
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The Magic Lamp 'The Magic Lamp' brings readers into a world of magic and wonder in the Publication Order of Collections series by Ben Okri.(2017)
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Rise Like Lions Join the adventure in 'Rise Like Lions' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by Ben Okri.(2018)
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The Comic Destiny The Publication Order of Collections series continues with 'The Comic Destiny', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(2019)
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A Prayer for the Living Experience the magic of 'A Prayer for the Living' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.(2019)
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A Fire in My Head Join the adventure in 'A Fire in My Head' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by Ben Okri.(2021)
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Tiger Work The Publication Order of Collections series continues with 'Tiger Work', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(2023)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
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A Time for New Dreams The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'A Time for New Dreams', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(2011)
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The Mystery Feast Join the adventure in 'The Mystery Feast' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Ben Okri.(2015)
Publication Order of Anthologies
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Colors of a New Day Experience the magic of 'Colors of a New Day' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1990)
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Diaspora City: The London New Writing Anthology 'Diaspora City: The London New Writing Anthology' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ben Okri has created.(2003)
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Cooked Up 'Cooked Up' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Ben Okri has created.(2015)
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Lunatics, Lovers and Poets 'Lunatics, Lovers and Poets' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Ben Okri.(2016)
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Freeman's Power The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Freeman's Power', another thrilling entry from Ben Okri.(2018)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Ben Okri?
Ben Okri is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 37 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Famished Road Trilogy Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Children's Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Ben Okri book series to start with?
For readers new to Ben Okri's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 16 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Ben Okri's writing.
Q: How many books has Ben Okri written?
Ben Okri has written over 37 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.