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ⓘ About William Trevor
William Trevor was a literary fiction author from England that is deemed one of the best authors of his generation. It was in England where he would become a very successful author writing a ton of books. Over the years, he has won many awards which solidified his place as one of the literary giants in the United Kingdom. In addition to his novels, he is also renowned for his short story collections that have also won several awards. He currently makes his home in England where he has come to love just as much as he does Ireland. In 1958, William Trevor made his debut as an author when he published “A Standard of Behavior.” While it did not get much critical acclaim the novel gave him the confidence that he could become a fiction author. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, William Trevor 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 William Trevor
A Standard of Behaviour
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with A Standard of Behaviour, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
The Old Boys
The Old Boys is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Boarding-House
The Boarding-House continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Love Department
The Love Department explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by William Trevor.
Mrs Eckdorf in O'Neill's Hotel
Mrs Eckdorf in O'Neill's Hotel is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Miss Gomez and the Brethren
Miss Gomez and the Brethren continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Last Lunch of the Season
The Last Lunch of the Season continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Elizabeth Alone
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Elizabeth Alone, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
The Children of Dynmouth
The Children of Dynmouth is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Old School Ties
Old School Ties is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Other People's Worlds
Other People's Worlds continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fools of Fortune
Fools of Fortune continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Nights at the Alexandra
Nights at the Alexandra is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Silence in the Garden
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Silence in the Garden, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
My House in Umbria
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with My House in Umbria, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Reading Turgenev
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Reading Turgenev, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Juliet's Story
Juliet's Story continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Felicia's Journey
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Felicia's Journey, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Death in Summer
A gripping mystery unfolds in Death in Summer as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases William Trevor's mastery of suspense.
The Story of Lucy Gault
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with The Story of Lucy Gault, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Love and Summer
Love and Summer explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by William Trevor.
Low Sunday, 1950
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas with Low Sunday, 1950, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
The Summer Visitor
The Summer Visitor continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Girl
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with The Girl, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Going Home
Going Home is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
A Night with Mrs. da Tanka
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with A Night with Mrs. da Tanka, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Marriages
Marriages is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Plays series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Scenes from an Album
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Plays with Scenes from an Album, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
The Day We Got Drunk on Cake and Other Stories
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with The Day We Got Drunk on Cake and Other Stories, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
The Ballroom of Romance and Other Stories
The Ballroom of Romance and Other Stories explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Collections series by William Trevor.
Angels at the Ritz
Angels at the Ritz continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Lovers of Their Time and Other Stories
Lovers of Their Time and Other Stories explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Collections series by William Trevor.
The Distant Past and Other Stories
The Distant Past and Other Stories continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Beyond the Pale
Beyond the Pale continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Stories of William Trevor
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with The Stories of William Trevor, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
The News from Ireland
The News from Ireland continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Family Sins
Family Sins is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Collected Stories
The Collected Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Outside Ireland
Outside Ireland is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Matilda's England
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Matilda's England, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Marrying Damian
Marrying Damian is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
After Rain
After Rain continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Ireland
Ireland is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Hill Bachelors
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with The Hill Bachelors, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
A Bit on the Side
A Bit on the Side is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Dressmaker's Child
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with The Dressmaker's Child, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Cheating at Canasta
Cheating at Canasta is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Collected Stories Volume 1
Collected Stories Volume 1 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Collected Stories Volume 2
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with Collected Stories Volume 2, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Selected Stories
Selected Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Mark-2 Wife
The Mark-2 Wife continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Last Stories
Last Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
A Writer's Ireland
A Writer's Ireland is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Excursions in the Real World
Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Excursions in the Real World, another outstanding contribution from William Trevor.
Factions
Factions is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Bumper Book of Ghost Stories
The Bumper Book of Ghost Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Demons Within & Other Disturbing Tales
Demons Within & Other Disturbing Tales is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Best for Winter
Best for Winter continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Winter's Tales
Winter's Tales is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Winter's Tales 26
Winter's Tales 26 continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Presence of Ford Madox Ford
The Presence of Ford Madox Ford continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
The Penguin Book of Modern British Short Stories
The Penguin Book of Modern British Short Stories is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
The Oxford Book of Irish Short Stories
The Oxford Book of Irish Short Stories continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Friendship
Friendship continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Great Irish Detective Stories
The investigation intensifies in Great Irish Detective Stories, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of William Trevor's creation.
The Literary Traveller
The Literary Traveller continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with William Trevor's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.
Fanfare: Fourteen Stories on a Musical Theme
Fanfare: Fourteen Stories on a Musical Theme is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
Emerald Eye
Emerald Eye is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of William Trevor have come to expect.
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is William Trevor?
William Trevor is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 68 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Plays. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
What is the best William Trevor series to start with?
For readers new to William Trevor's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 21 books. Begin with A Standard of Behaviour to start from the very beginning.
How many books has William Trevor written?
William Trevor has written over 68 books across 6 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.
Should I read William Trevor books in order?
Yes, reading William Trevor'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 William Trevor write in?
William Trevor writes primarily in fiction. With 6 series across 68 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.
Are William Trevor's books standalone or must they be read as a series?
Most of William Trevor'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 William Trevor's most popular book?
Based on reader reviews and sales data, William Trevor's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, A Standard of Behaviour, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.