📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man" (1916)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas Popular choice - Start with "The Dead" (1914)
Publication Order of Collections Popular choice - Start with "Chamber Music" (1907)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "Critical Writings" (1959)

About the Author

About James Joyce When it comes to James Joyce, he’s a writer who for many needs little to no introduction, having been a highly acclaimed author during his lifetime. An Irish novelist known for transforming the English language and the fundamental understanding of words themselves, he was a writer ahead of his time. Experimenting with form, he would take the contemporary novel of the time and turn its head, not only playing with language but turning narrative on its head too. This unique approach has led to a whole host of literary innovations, as he would come to shape the face of literature throughout the twentieth century. Joyce’s legacy for the literary world is undeniable, with many aspiring authors citing him as a critical influence. Setting the standard for years to com. James Joyce is the author of over 35 books across 5 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, James Joyce 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
  • A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man Experience the magic of 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1916) ⭐ Start here
  • Ulysses Experience the magic of 'Ulysses' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (1922) ⭐ Start here
  • Finnegans Wake The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Finnegans Wake', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (1939) ⭐ Start here
  • Stephen Hero 'Stephen Hero' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world James Joyce has created.
    (1944) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

7 books
  • The Dead In 'The Dead', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by James Joyce.
    (1914)
  • The Boarding House Experience the magic of 'The Boarding House' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (1914)
  • Two Gallants Join the adventure in 'Two Gallants' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by James Joyce.
    (1914)
  • Araby 'Araby' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series, set in the world James Joyce has created.
    (1914)
  • Exiles: A Play in Three Acts Experience the magic of 'Exiles: A Play in Three Acts' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (1918)
  • The Cats of Copenhagen Experience the magic of 'The Cats of Copenhagen' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.
    (1936)
  • The Cat and the Devil Join the adventure in 'The Cat and the Devil' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by James Joyce.
    (1965)

Publication Order of Collections

6 books
  • Chamber Music Experience the magic of 'Chamber Music' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.
    (1907)
  • Dubliners Experience the magic of 'Dubliners' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.
    (1914)
  • Pomes Penyeach Join the adventure in 'Pomes Penyeach' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by James Joyce.
    (1927)
  • Collected Poems The Publication Order of Collections series continues with 'Collected Poems', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (1936)
  • Giacomo Joyce Experience the magic of 'Giacomo Joyce' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.
    (1968)
  • Finn's Hotel In 'Finn's Hotel', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.
    (2013)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

4 books
  • Critical Writings Experience the magic of 'Critical Writings' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1959)
  • James Joyce Letters Volumes 1 - 2 & 3 Experience the magic of 'James Joyce Letters Volumes 1 - 2 & 3' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1966)
  • Selected Letters of James Joyce Experience the magic of 'Selected Letters of James Joyce' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1975)
  • James Joyce's Letters To Sylvia Beach, 1921 1940 The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'James Joyce's Letters To Sylvia Beach, 1921 1940', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (1987)

Publication Order of Anthologies

14 books
  • 50 Great Short Stories '50 Great Short Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world James Joyce has created.
    (1952)
  • Short Story Masterpieces: 35 Classic American and British Stories from the First Half of the 20th Century Experience the magic of 'Short Story Masterpieces: 35 Classic American and British Stories from the First Half of the 20th Century' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Anthologies universe.
    (1954)
  • 21 Great Stories '21 Great Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world James Joyce has created.
    (1969)
  • A World of Fiction The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'A World of Fiction', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (1983)
  • The Short Story: 30 Masterpieces In 'The Short Story: 30 Masterpieces', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (1992)
  • The Amis Story Anthology The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'The Amis Story Anthology', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (1992)
  • Great Irish Detective Stories 'Great Irish Detective Stories' follows a thrilling investigation in the acclaimed Publication Order of Anthologies series by James Joyce.
    (1993)
  • The Penguin Book of Irish Fiction Join the adventure in 'The Penguin Book of Irish Fiction' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by James Joyce.
    (1999)
  • 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)
  • 50 Classic Novellas The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with '50 Classic Novellas', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (2011)
  • Winter: A Folio Anthology The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Winter: A Folio Anthology', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (2016)
  • 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)
  • I Transgress The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'I Transgress', another thrilling entry from James Joyce.
    (2019)
  • Beyond the Veil In 'Beyond the Veil', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.
    (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is James Joyce?

James Joyce is a bestselling author known for 5 book series containing over 35 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Collections. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Q: What is the best James Joyce book series to start with?

For readers new to James Joyce'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 4 books, it offers a perfect entry point to James Joyce's writing.

Q: How many books has James Joyce written?

James Joyce has written over 35 books across 5 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.