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American author, activist, and civil rights leader; wife of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Lived
1927–2006
Country
United States
Books
3

Coretta Scott King published 1 non-fiction book, 1 children's book and 1 other book, beginning with My Life with Martin Luther King, Jr (1969).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Coretta Scott King

Non-fiction in order

  1. My Life, My Love, My Legacy (2017)

    368 pages

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Children's books in order

  1. My Life with Martin Luther King, Jr (1969)

    372 pages

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Other books in order

  1. Freedom Movement (1972)

    50 pages

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About Coretta Scott King

Coretta Scott King was an American author, activist, and civil rights leader who was the wife of Martin Luther King Jr. from 1953 until his assassination in 1968.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Coretta Scott King FAQ

How many books has Coretta Scott King written?
Coretta Scott King published 1 non-fiction book, 1 children's book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Coretta Scott King's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with My Life with Martin Luther King, Jr.
What is Coretta Scott King's last book?
Freedom Movement (1972).
What is Coretta Scott King's most famous book?
My Life with Martin Luther King, Jr (1969) is Coretta Scott King'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.