Order of Adam Johnson Books

Adam Johnson crafts compelling literary fiction that has earned him recognition among America's most distinguished writers. This South Dakota native, who spent his formative years in Arizona, brings a unique perspective to contemporary literature through his powerful storytelling.

Johnson's academic journey in writing spans multiple institutions: he completed his BA in Journalism at Arizona State University in 1992, followed by an MFA from McNeese State University's writing program in 1996, and culminated with a PhD in English from Florida State University in 2000. His commitment to innovative storytelling led him to establish the Stanford Graphic Novel Project.

His literary works have graced the pages of prestigious publications including Esquire, Harper's, and The Paris Review, showcasing his versatility and skill. Johnson achieved literary acclaim with his novel The Orphan Master's Son, which earned him the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.

Johnson entered the publishing world in 2002 with his debut work Emporium, marking the beginning of a distinguished career that continues to captivate readers and critics alike.

Publication Order of Anthologies

#TitleYearBuy
1
The Creative Writing MFA HandbookThe Creative Writing MFA Handbook
2005
2
Tin House: Summer Issue 2008Tin House: Summer Issue 2008
2008
3
Secret SantaSecret Santa
2021

Publication Order of Short Story Collections

#TitleYearBuy
1
EmporiumEmporium
2002
2
Fortune SmilesFortune Smiles
2015

Publication Order of The Best American: Nonrequired Reading Books

#TitleYearBuy
1
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2011The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2011
2011
2
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2012The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2012
2011
3
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2013The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2013
2013
4
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2014The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2014
2014
5
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2015The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2015
2015
6
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2016The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2016
2016
7
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2017The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2017
2017
8
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2018The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2018
2018
9
The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2019The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2019
2019

Standalone Novels

#TitleYearBuy
1
Parasites Like UsParasites Like Us
2003
2
The Orphan Master's SonThe Orphan Master's Son
2012
3
The WayfinderThe Wayfinder
2025