Chantal Akerman books in order
Belgian film director, screenwriter, and educator
- Lived
- 1950–2015
- Country
- France
- Books
- 2
Chantal Akerman published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with Bordering on Fiction (1995).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Chantal Akerman
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Bordering on Fiction
Chantal Akerman's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order

My Mother Laughs (2019)
Other books in order

Bordering on Fiction (1995)
About Chantal Akerman
Chantal Anne Akerman was a Belgian filmmaker, artist, and film professor at the City College of New York (2011–2015).
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Chantal Akerman FAQ
- How many books has Chantal Akerman written?
- Chantal Akerman published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Chantal Akerman's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Bordering on Fiction.
- What is Chantal Akerman's last book?
- Bordering on Fiction (1995).
- What is Chantal Akerman's most famous book?
- Bordering on Fiction (1995) is Chantal Akerman's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.