Portrait of Derren Brown

Derren Brown books in order

British illusionist and writer

Born
1971
Country
United Kingdom
Books
6

Derren Brown has published 3 novels, 2 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with Tricks Of The Mind (2006). The latest is Book of Secrets (2021).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Derren Brown

Standalone novels in order

  1. Absolute Magic (2003)

    251 pages

  2. Tricks Of The Mind (2006)

    392 pages★ 4.4 (5 ratings)

  3. Happy (2016)

    512 pages★ 3.5 (6 ratings)

Non-fiction in order

  1. Confessions of a Conjuror (2010)

    336 pages

  2. Book of Secrets (2021)

    304 pages

Other books in order

  1. Pure Effect (2000)

About Derren Brown

Derren Brown is an English mentalist, illusionist, and writer. He is a self-described "psychological illusionist" whose acts are often designed to expose the methods of those who claim to possess supernatural powers, such as faith healers and mediums. His live performances, which incorporate audience participation and comedy, often include statements describing how his effects are achieved through a combination of psychology, showmanship, magic, misdirection, and suggestion.

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

Derren Brown FAQ

How many books has Derren Brown written?
Derren Brown has published 3 novels, 2 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Derren Brown's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Tricks Of The Mind.
What is Derren Brown's latest book?
Book of Secrets (2021).
What is Derren Brown's most famous book?
Tricks Of The Mind (2006) is Derren Brown's most widely read book.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.