Cole Porter books in order
American composer and songwriter
- Lived
- 1891–1964
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 6
Cole Porter published 1 non-fiction book and 5 other books, beginning with Kiss Me, Kate (1948).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Cole Porter
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Kiss Me, Kate
Cole Porter's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Cole Porter Story (1965)
Other books in order
Kiss Me, Kate (1948)
Red, Hot, and Blue (1978)
Porter on Broadway (1990)
Best Of Cole Porter (1992)
Cole Porter (2004)
About Cole Porter
Cole Albert Porter was an American composer and songwriter. Many of his songs became standards noted for their witty, urbane lyrics, and many of his scores found success on Broadway and in Hollywood films.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Cole Porter FAQ
- How many books has Cole Porter written?
- Cole Porter published 1 non-fiction book and 5 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Cole Porter's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Kiss Me, Kate.
- What is Cole Porter's last book?
- The Cole Porter Story (1965).
- What is Cole Porter's most famous book?
- Kiss Me, Kate (1948) is Cole Porter's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.