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ⓘ About John O'Hara
John Henry O’Hara was a literary fiction author that over the years wrote more than 100 short stories. Deemed a legend in literary fiction, he was one of the inventors of the short story style now most commonly seen in “The New Yorker.” John loved to write on themes of sexuality, money and class among Americans. As such, his many depictions of Broadway and Hollywood often explore the snobbish nature of Los Angeles. He made his fiction writing debut when he published “Appointment in Samarra” in 1934 and never looked back since. The work would become a favorite with the critics and paved the way for O’Hara to become the author he is today. He would be a bestselling author by the time he turned thirty years old.
All Book Series by John O'Hara
The Doctor's Son and Other Stories
Series opener · book 1 of 27 · published 1935
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is John O'Hara?
John Henry O’Hara was a literary fiction author that over the years wrote more than 100 short stories. Deemed a legend in literary fiction, he was one of the inventors of the short story style now most commonly seen in “The New Yorker.” John loved to write on themes of sexuality, money and class among Americans. As such, his many depictions of Broadway and Hollywood often explore the snobbish nature of Los Angeles.
Which John O'Hara series should I start with?
John O'Hara's books stand alone rather than forming a numbered series, so there is no reading order to follow. The natural first pick is Appointment in Samarra (1934).
How many books has John O'Hara written?
John O'Hara has 47 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1934 and 2013. They are filed under 5 categories rather than in numbered series — chiefly Collections, Standalone Novels and Non-Fiction.
In what order should John O'Hara's series be read?
No reading order is needed: none of the 47 books catalogued here do not form a numbered series, so any title can be picked up first. Within each category they are listed by publication year.
How are John O'Hara's books organised into series?
This guide splits John O'Hara's 47 books into categories rather than numbered series: Collections (27 books); Standalone Novels (15 books); Non-Fiction (2 books); Anthologies (2 books); Short Stories/Novellas (1 book).