Haruki Murakami
9
Book Series
74
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books
Best for beginners - Start with "For Better and for Worse" (1993)
Publication Order of Kishidancho Goroshi Books
Popular choice - Start with "Killing Commendatore" (2017)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Popular choice - Start with "Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World" (1985)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Popular choice - Start with "On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl on One Beautiful April Morning" (1981)
About the Author
Hear the Wind Sing was adapted by Kazuki Omori in 1981 for a Theatre Art Guild. Another classic, Attack on the Berry was released in 1982, directed by Naoto Yamakawa. In 1983, A Girl, She Is 100 Percent, was additionally directed by Naoto Yamakawa. There have been plenty of film adaptions and theatrical efforts based off of Murakamis’ unique and transcendental works. His Western influences have given him the reputation of being extraordinarily experimental. Carlos Cuaron directed The Second Bakery Attack, starring Kirsten Dunst in 2010. Granz Genman channeled elements based on the same short story for his 1998 movie, Der Eisbaer. Tony Takitanti, a short story, was adapted by Japanese film director, Jun Ichikawa. Ichikawa transformed it into a 75-minute film debuted at festivals in Lo. Haruki Murakami is the author of over 74 books across 9 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, Haruki Murakami has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of The Rat Books
4 books
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Hear the Wind Sing The Publication Order of The Rat Books series continues with 'Hear the Wind Sing', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(1979) ⭐ Start here
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Pinball, 1973 In 'Pinball, 1973', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of The Rat Books saga.(1980) ⭐ Start here
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A Wild Sheep Chase Experience the magic of 'A Wild Sheep Chase' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Rat Books universe.(1982) ⭐ Start here
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Dance, Dance, Dance Experience the magic of 'Dance, Dance, Dance' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of The Rat Books universe.(1988) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Kishidancho Goroshi Books
1 books
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Killing Commendatore In 'Killing Commendatore', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Kishidancho Goroshi Books series by Haruki Murakami.(2017)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
10 books
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Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World Experience the magic of 'Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1985)
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Norwegian Wood 'Norwegian Wood' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(1987)
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The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(1997)
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South of the Border, West of the Sun The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'South of the Border, West of the Sun', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(1999)
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Sputnik Sweetheart 'Sputnik Sweetheart' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Haruki Murakami.(2001)
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Kafka on the Shore 'Kafka on the Shore' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2005)
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After Dark In 'After Dark', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(2007)
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1Q84 The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with '1Q84', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2011)
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Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage 'Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2014)
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The City and Its Uncertain Walls Experience the magic of 'The City and Its Uncertain Walls' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(2024)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
9 books
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On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl on One Beautiful April Morning Join the adventure in 'On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl on One Beautiful April Morning' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Haruki Murakami.(1981)
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The Vampire Cabbie Join the adventure in 'The Vampire Cabbie' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Haruki Murakami.(1983)
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Desire Experience the magic of 'Desire' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(1984)
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Kangaroo Weather The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'Kangaroo Weather', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(1986)
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Sleep 'Sleep' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(1987)
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Tony Takitani Join the adventure in 'Tony Takitani' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Haruki Murakami.(2006)
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The Strange Library The Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series continues with 'The Strange Library', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2012)
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Birthday Girl Experience the magic of 'Birthday Girl' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(2019)
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Super-Frog Saves Tokyo 'Super-Frog Saves Tokyo' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2025)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
5 books
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The Elephant Vanishes Experience the magic of 'The Elephant Vanishes' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Story Collections universe.(1993)
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After the Quake In 'After the Quake', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Story Collections saga.(2002)
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Vintage Murakami The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Vintage Murakami', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2004)
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Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman Join the adventure in 'Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series by Haruki Murakami.(2006)
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Men Without Women The Publication Order of Short Story Collections series continues with 'Men Without Women', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2017)
Publication Order of Graphic Novels
3 books
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Haruki Murakami Manga Stories 1: Super-Frog Saves Tokyo, The Seventh Man, Birthday Girl, Where I'm Likely to Find It 'Haruki Murakami Manga Stories 1: Super-Frog Saves Tokyo, The Seventh Man, Birthday Girl, Where I'm Likely to Find It' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Graphic Novels series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2023)
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Haruki Murakami Manga Stories 2: The Second Bakery Attack, Samsa in Love, Thailand 'Haruki Murakami Manga Stories 2: The Second Bakery Attack, Samsa in Love, Thailand' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Graphic Novels series by Haruki Murakami.(2024)
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Haruki Murakami Manga Stories 3: Scheherezade, Sleep The Publication Order of Graphic Novels series continues with 'Haruki Murakami Manga Stories 3: Scheherezade, Sleep', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2025)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
7 books
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Underground: The Tokyo Gas Attack and the Japanese Psyche Experience the magic of 'Underground: The Tokyo Gas Attack and the Japanese Psyche' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(2000)
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What I Talk About When I Talk About Running Join the adventure in 'What I Talk About When I Talk About Running' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Haruki Murakami.(2008)
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Murakami Diary 2009 In 'Murakami Diary 2009', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(2008)
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村上さんのところ '村上さんのところ' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2015)
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Haruki Murakami Goes to Meet Hayao Kawai 'Haruki Murakami Goes to Meet Hayao Kawai' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2016)
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Absolutely on Music 'Absolutely on Music' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2016)
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Murakami 2020 Diary The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Murakami 2020 Diary', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2019)
Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books
17 books
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For Better and for Worse The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'For Better and for Worse', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(1993)
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Even More Laughs In 'Even More Laughs', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.(1998)
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Timeless Classics The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Timeless Classics', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2006)
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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 Haruki Murakami.(2007)
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Food Fictions The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Food Fictions', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2007)
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Travel Tales 'Travel Tales' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2007)
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Edith Wharton Join the adventure in 'Edith Wharton' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Haruki Murakami.(2007)
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Pets! In 'Pets!', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.(2007)
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Tales of Betrayal The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Tales of Betrayal', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2007)
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Family Matters In 'Family Matters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books saga.(2007)
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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 Haruki Murakami.(2008)
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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 Haruki Murakami.(2009)
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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 Haruki Murakami.(2009)
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Whodunit? The Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series continues with 'Whodunit?', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2009)
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American Classics Join the adventure in 'American Classics' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series by Haruki Murakami.(2010)
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New American Stories 'New American Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2011)
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Poe! 'Poe!' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Selected Shorts Books series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2012)
Publication Order of Anthologies
18 books
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Monkey Brain Sushi: New Tastes in Japanese Fiction Experience the magic of 'Monkey Brain Sushi: New Tastes in Japanese Fiction' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(1991)
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The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror Fourth Annual Collection Epic fantasy awaits in 'The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror Fourth Annual Collection', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Haruki Murakami.(1991)
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Fourth Annual Collection Join the adventure in 'Fourth Annual Collection' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Haruki Murakami.(1991)
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The Campfire Collection: Spine-tingling Tales to Tell in the Dark The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Campfire Collection: Spine-tingling Tales to Tell in the Dark', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2000)
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The Vintage Book of Amnesia Experience the magic of 'The Vintage Book of Amnesia' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2000)
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40 Short Stories: A Portable Anthology Experience the magic of '40 Short Stories: A Portable Anthology' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2000)
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Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Sixteenth Annual Collection Epic fantasy awaits in 'Year's Best Fantasy and Horror: Sixteenth Annual Collection', a landmark novel in the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Haruki Murakami.(2003)
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Birthday Stories 'Birthday Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2004)
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The Believer Book of Writers Talking to Writers The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Believer Book of Writers Talking to Writers', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2005)
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Alone in the Kitchen with an Eggplant: Confessions of Cooking for One and Dining Alone In 'Alone in the Kitchen with an Eggplant: Confessions of Cooking for One and Dining Alone', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2007)
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Read Real Japanese Essays The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Read Real Japanese Essays', another thrilling entry from Haruki Murakami.(2008)
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Great Modern Stories Experience the magic of 'Great Modern Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2009)
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Short Stories: The Thoroughly Modern Collection 'Short Stories: The Thoroughly Modern Collection' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world Haruki Murakami has created.(2009)
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Stories to Get You Through the Night Join the adventure in 'Stories to Get You Through the Night' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Haruki Murakami.(2010)
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AQA GCSE Anthology Sunlight on the Grass Experience the magic of 'AQA GCSE Anthology Sunlight on the Grass' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.(2012)
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Ten Selected Love Stories 'Ten Selected Love Stories' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Haruki Murakami.(2013)
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Writers: Their Lives and Works In 'Writers: Their Lives and Works', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2018)
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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 Haruki Murakami.(2026)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Haruki Murakami?
Haruki Murakami is a bestselling author known for 9 book series containing over 74 books. Popular series include Publication Order of The Rat Books, Publication Order of Kishidancho Goroshi Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Haruki Murakami book series to start with?
For readers new to Haruki Murakami'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 Haruki Murakami's writing.
Q: How many books has Haruki Murakami written?
Haruki Murakami has written over 74 books across 9 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.