John Grisham is a renowned author known for his legal thrillers and captivating storytelling. Below is a comprehensive list of his books organized by series and publication order. This guide is designed to help readers navigate Grisham’s extensive bibliography, ensuring they enjoy his works in the order they were published.
For more book series in order, visit our Books in Order section.
Jake Brigance Books in Order
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Time to Kill | 1989 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | Sycamore Row | 2013 | Buy at Amazon |
| 3 | A Time for Mercy | 2020 | Buy at Amazon |
| 4 | Homecoming | 2022 | Buy at Amazon |
Mitch McDeere Books in Order
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Firm | 1991 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | The Exchange | 2023 | Buy at Amazon |
Theodore Boone Books in Order
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer / Young Lawyer | 2010 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | The Abduction | 2010 | Buy at Amazon |
| 3 | The Accused | 2012 | Buy at Amazon |
| 4 | The Activist | 2013 | Buy at Amazon |
| 5 | The Fugitive | 2015 | Buy at Amazon |
| 6 | The Scandal | 2016 | Buy at Amazon |
| 7 | The Accomplice | 2019 | Buy at Amazon |
Camino Island Books in Order
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Camino Island | 2017 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | Camino Winds | 2020 | Buy at Amazon |
| 3 | Camino Ghosts | 2024 | Buy at Amazon |
Rogue Lawyer Books in Order
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rogue Lawyer | 2015 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | Partners | 2016 | Buy at Amazon |
The Whistler Books in Order
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Witness to a Trial | 2016 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | The Whistler | 2016 | Buy at Amazon |
| 3 | The Judge’s List | 2021 | Buy at Amazon |
Standalone Novels
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Pelican Brief | 1992 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | The Client | 1993 | Buy at Amazon |
| 3 | The Chamber | 1994 | Buy at Amazon |
| 4 | The Rainmaker | 1995 | Buy at Amazon |
| 5 | The Runaway Jury | 1996 | Buy at Amazon |
| 6 | The Partner | 1997 | Buy at Amazon |
| 7 | The Street Lawyer | 1998 | Buy at Amazon |
| 8 | The Testament | 1999 | Buy at Amazon |
| 9 | The Brethren | 2000 | Buy at Amazon |
| 10 | A Painted House | 2001 | Buy at Amazon |
| 11 | Skipping Christmas | 2001 | Buy at Amazon |
| 12 | The Summons | 2002 | Buy at Amazon |
| 13 | The King of Torts | 2003 | Buy at Amazon |
| 14 | Bleachers | 2003 | Buy at Amazon |
| 15 | The Last Juror | 2004 | Buy at Amazon |
| 16 | The Broker | 2005 | Buy at Amazon |
| 17 | Playing for Pizza | 2007 | Buy at Amazon |
| 18 | The Appeal | 2008 | Buy at Amazon |
| 19 | The Associate | 2009 | Buy at Amazon |
| 20 | The Confession | 2010 | Buy at Amazon |
| 21 | The Litigators | 2011 | Buy at Amazon |
| 22 | Calico Joe | 2012 | Buy at Amazon |
| 23 | The Racketeer | 2012 | Buy at Amazon |
| 24 | Gray Mountain | 2014 | Buy at Amazon |
| 25 | The Rooster Bar | 2017 | Buy at Amazon |
| 26 | The Reckoning | 2018 | Buy at Amazon |
| 27 | The Guardians | 2019 | Buy at Amazon |
| 28 | Sooley | 2021 | Buy at Amazon |
| 29 | The Boys from Biloxi | 2022 | Buy at Amazon |
Short Stories/Novellas
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fetching Raymond | 2011 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | Casino | 2011 | Buy at Amazon |
| 3 | Fish Files | 2011 | Buy at Amazon |
| 4 | Quiet Haven | 2011 | Buy at Amazon |
| 5 | The Tumor | 2015 | Buy at Amazon |
Short Story Collections
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford County | 2008 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | Sparring Partners | 2022 | Buy at Amazon |
Non-Fiction Books in Order
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town | 2006 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | Framed: Astonishing True Stories of Wrongful Convictions (With: Jim McCloskey) | 2024 | Buy at Amazon |
Anthologies
| Order | Title | Publication | Buy Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Legal Briefs | 1998 | Buy at Amazon |
| 2 | The Wavedancer Benefit: A Tribute to Frank Muller | 2002 | Buy at Amazon |
| 3 | Their World is Law | 2002 | Buy at Amazon |
| 4 | Delta Blues | 2009 | Buy at Amazon |
| 5 | Don’t Quit Your Day Job: Acclaimed Authors and the Day Jobs They Quit | 2010 | Buy at Amazon |
| 6 | Fourteen Days: An Unauthorized Gathering | 2024 | Buy at Amazon |
About John Grisham
John Grisham was born on February 8, 1955, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Growing up in the South, Grisham initially aspired to be a professional baseball player. However, his mother encouraged him to pursue higher education. He attended Mississippi State University and later graduated from law school at Ole Miss.
Grisham’s legal career began in 1983, but his passion for writing led him to author his first novel, “A Time to Kill,” inspired by a real-life case he encountered. His second novel, “The Firm,” became a major success, allowing him to transition to a full-time writing career.
Throughout his career, Grisham has received numerous awards and accolades for his work. His novels often explore themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of the legal system. Many of his books have been adapted into successful films, solidifying his place as a master of the legal thriller genre.
The Transformation of John Grisham Books Into Movies
Many of Grisham’s novels have been adapted into films, featuring star-studded casts and achieving box office success. Notable adaptations include:
- The Firm (1993) starring Tom Cruise and Gene Hackman
- A Time to Kill (1996) starring Samuel L. Jackson and Matthew McConaughey
- The Pelican Brief (1993) starring Julia Roberts and Denzel Washington
- The Client (1994) starring Susan Sarandon and Tommy Lee Jones