Chris Elliott has published 2 novels and 1 novella, beginning with Daddy's Boy (1989). The best-known is Shroud of the Thwacker, The (2006). The latest is Into Hot Air (2007).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Chris Elliott
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Shroud of the Thwacker, The
Chris Elliott's most-read book.
Newest
Into Hot Air
Published 2007.
Standalone novels in order
Shroud of the Thwacker, The (2006)
Into Hot Air (2007)
Novellas in order
Daddy's Boy (1989)
About Chris Elliott
Christopher Nash Elliott is an American actor, comedian and writer known for his surreal sense of humor. He was a regular performer on Late Night with David Letterman while working as a writer there (1983–1988), created and starred in the comedy series Get a Life (1990–1992) on Fox, and wrote and starred in the film Cabin Boy (1994) and appeared in multiple sequels in the Scary Movie film series, most notably as the character Hanson. His writing for Letterman won four consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards.
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Chris Elliott FAQ
- How many books has Chris Elliott written?
- Chris Elliott has published 2 novels and 1 novella that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Chris Elliott's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Shroud of the Thwacker, The.
- What is Chris Elliott's latest book?
- Into Hot Air (2007).
- What is Chris Elliott's most famous book?
- Shroud of the Thwacker, The (2006) is Chris Elliott's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.