📚 Where to Start?

Publication Order of Standalone Novels Best for beginners - Start with "Miracle at St. Anna" (2001)
Publication Order of Short Story Collections Popular choice - Start with "Five-Carat Soul" (2017)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books Popular choice - Start with "The Color of Water" (1996)
Publication Order of Anthologies Popular choice - Start with "Hard Listening: The Greatest Rock Band Ever (of Authors) Tells All" (2013)

About the Author

ames McBride was born in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended city public schools. He studied music in Ohio’s Oberlin Conservatory music school and went on to graduate further with an MA in Journalism from Columbia University, New York. McBride holds honorary doctorates and works as a renowned resident author at the New York University. He lives between his two homes in New York and Pennsylvania with his wife and three children. Before taking up a full-time novel-writing career, James McBride wrote for The Boston Globe, and The Washington Post, among other notable Magazines in the US. He also wrote for the National Geographic about a featured story titled Hip Hop Planet in April 2007. McBride has written musical lyrics for notable artists like Anita Baker, Gary Burton, and other famous mu. James McBride is the author of over 9 books across 4 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 McBride has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.

Book Series in Publication Order

Publication Order of Standalone Novels

5 books
  • Miracle at St. Anna In 'Miracle at St. Anna', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.
    (2001) ⭐ Start here
  • Song Yet Sung The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Song Yet Sung', another thrilling entry from James McBride.
    (2008) ⭐ Start here
  • The Good Lord Bird Experience the magic of 'The Good Lord Bird' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2013) ⭐ Start here
  • Deacon King Kong Join the adventure in 'Deacon King Kong' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by James McBride.
    (2020) ⭐ Start here
  • The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store Experience the magic of 'The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.
    (2023) ⭐ Start here

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

1 books
  • Five-Carat Soul 'Five-Carat Soul' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Short Story Collections series, set in the world James McBride has created.
    (2017)

Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books

2 books
  • The Color of Water Experience the magic of 'The Color of Water' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.
    (1996)
  • Kill 'em and Leave In 'Kill 'em and Leave', 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 James McBride.
    (2016)

Publication Order of Anthologies

1 books
  • Hard Listening: The Greatest Rock Band Ever (of Authors) Tells All The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with 'Hard Listening: The Greatest Rock Band Ever (of Authors) Tells All', another thrilling entry from James McBride.
    (2013)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is James McBride?

James McBride is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 9 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Story Collections, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

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

For readers new to James McBride'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 5 books, it offers a perfect entry point to James McBride's writing.

Q: How many books has James McBride written?

James McBride has written over 9 books across 4 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.