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ⓘ About Marlon James
Marlon James is a Jamaican fiction writer best known for his three books A Brief History of Seven Killings (2014), The Book of Night Women (2009) and John Crow’s Devil (2005). He was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. Marlon’s mother served in the police department, and his father was a lawyer. In 1991, he graduated from University of West Indies but later escaped Jamaica to avoid economic conditions and homophobic violence which he felt would affect his career. In 2006, Marlon James graduated from Wilkes University with a master’s degree in creative writing. Marlon James has taught creative writing and English at Macalester College. His first book John Crow’s Devil before being accepted for publication was rejected 70 times. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, Marlon James has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.
📚 All Book Series by Marlon James
Black Leopard, Red Wolf
Black Leopard, Red Wolf is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Dark Star Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Moon Witch, Spider King
Magic takes center stage in Moon Witch, Spider King, a spellbinding addition to the Publication Order of Dark Star Books series that expands the enchanting world created by Marlon James.
John Crow's Devil
John Crow's Devil continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Book of Night Women
The Book of Night Women continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
A Brief History of Seven Killings
A gripping mystery unfolds in A Brief History of Seven Killings as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Marlon James's mastery of suspense.
The Disappearers
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Disappearers, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
San Francisco Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Francisco Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Seattle Noir
Seattle Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Bronx Noir
Bronx Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir
Brooklyn Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Hasidic Noir
Hasidic Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Brooklyn Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Brooklyn Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Chicago Noir
Chicago Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Dublin Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dublin Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Manhattan Noir
Manhattan Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Miami Noir
Miami Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
D.C. Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with D.C. Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Baltimore Noir
Baltimore Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Twin Cities Noir
Twin Cities Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
London Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with London Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
New Orleans Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Los Angeles Noir
Los Angeles Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Wall Street Noir
Wall Street Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Havana Noir
Havana Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Detroit Noir
Detroit Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Queens Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Queens Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth
Brooklyn Noir 3: Nothing But the Truth continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Toronto Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Toronto Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Las Vegas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Las Vegas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Trinidad Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
D.C. Noir 2
D.C. Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Manhattan Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Manhattan Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Paris Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Paris Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Istanbul Noir
Istanbul Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Boston Noir
Boston Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Rome Noir
Rome Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
San Francisco Noir 2
San Francisco Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Portland Noir
Portland Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Delhi Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Delhi Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Phoenix Noir
Phoenix Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Los Angeles Noir 2
Los Angeles Noir 2 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Mexico City Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Mexico City Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Richmond Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Richmond Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Orange County Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Orange County Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Indian Country Noir
Indian Country Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Moscow Noir
Moscow Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Lone Star Noir
Lone Star Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Philadelphia Noir
Philadelphia Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Haiti Noir
Haiti Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Copenhagen Noir
Copenhagen Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Pittsburgh Noir
Pittsburgh Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
San Diego Noir
San Diego Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Barcelona Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Barcelona Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Cape Cod Noir
Cape Cod Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Jersey Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Jersey Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Staten Island Noir
Staten Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Mumbai Noir
Mumbai Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Long Island Noir
Long Island Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Venice Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Venice Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Kingston Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Kingston Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
St. Petersburg Noir
St. Petersburg Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Kansas City Noir
Kansas City Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Boston Noir 2
Boston Noir 2 continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
USA Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with USA Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Manila Noir
Manila Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Buffalo Noir
Buffalo Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Dallas Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Dallas Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Haiti Noir 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Haiti Noir 2, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Singapore Noir
Singapore Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Prison Noir
Prison Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Tel Aviv Noir
Tel Aviv Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Tehran Noir
Tehran Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Belfast Noir
Belfast Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Helsinki Noir
Helsinki Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Rio Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Rio Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Providence Noir
Providence Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Chicago Noir: The Classics
Chicago Noir: The Classics continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Memphis Noir
Memphis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Zagreb Noir
Zagreb Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Marseille Noir
Marseille Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Beirut Noir
Beirut Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Orleans Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with New Orleans Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Stockholm Noir
Stockholm Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Brussels Noir
Brussels Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Mississippi Noir
Mississippi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
St. Louis Noir
St. Louis Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Prague Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Prague Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
San Juan Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with San Juan Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Oakland Noir
Oakland Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Trinidad Noir: The Classics
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Trinidad Noir: The Classics, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Atlanta Noir
Atlanta Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
New Haven Noir
New Haven Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Montana Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montana Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Buenos Aires Noir
Buenos Aires Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Montreal Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Montreal Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Berlin Noir
Berlin Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
São Paulo Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with São Paulo Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Santa Cruz Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Cruz Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Lagos Noir
Lagos Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Marrakech Noir
Marrakech Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Baghdad Noir
Baghdad Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Vancouver Noir
Vancouver Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Sydney Noir
Sydney Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Hong Kong Noir
Hong Kong Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Amsterdam Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Amsterdam Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Milwaukee Noir
Milwaukee Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Houston Noir
Houston Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nairobi Noir
Nairobi Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Columbus Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Columbus Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Santa Fe Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Santa Fe Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Alabama Noir
Alabama Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Berkeley Noir
Berkeley Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Addis Ababa Noir
Addis Ababa Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Tampa Bay Noir
Tampa Bay Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Miami Noir: The Classics
Miami Noir: The Classics is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Accra Noir
Accra Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Belgrade Noir
Belgrade Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Palm Springs Noir
Palm Springs Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Paris Noir: The Suburbs
Paris Noir: The Suburbs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Denver Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Denver Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
South Central Noir
South Central Noir continues the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books story arc with Marlon James's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Cleveland Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Cleveland Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
East Jerusalem Noir
East Jerusalem Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
West Jerusalem Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with West Jerusalem Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Honolulu Noir
Honolulu Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Sacramento Noir
Sacramento Noir is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
Hamburg Noir
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books with Hamburg Noir, another outstanding contribution from Marlon James.
Making the Trees Shiver: An Anthology of the First Six Years of the Fort Greene Park Summer Literary Festival
Making the Trees Shiver: An Anthology of the First Six Years of the Fort Greene Park Summer Literary Festival is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Marlon James have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Marlon James?
Marlon James is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 128 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Dark Star Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best Marlon James series to start with?
For readers new to Marlon James's work, the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 121 books. Begin with San Francisco Noir to start from the very beginning.
How many books has Marlon James written?
Marlon James has written over 128 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read Marlon James books in order?
Yes, reading Marlon James's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.
What genre does Marlon James write in?
Marlon James writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 128 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are Marlon James's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of Marlon James's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.
What is Marlon James's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, Marlon James's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Akashic Noir Books series. The first book, San Francisco Noir, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.