Fran Lebowitz books in order
American author and public speaker
- Born
- 1950
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 5
Fran Lebowitz has published 2 novels, 1 novella, 1 non-fiction book and 1 children's book, beginning with Metropolitan Life (1978). The latest is The Disco Files 1973-78 (2009).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Fran Lebowitz
Start here
Metropolitan Life
Fran Lebowitz's most-read book.
Newest
The Disco Files 1973-78
Published 2009.
Standalone novels in order
Metropolitan Life (1978)
The Disco Files 1973-78 (2009)
Novellas in order
Social Studies (1981)
Non-fiction in order
The Fran Lebowitz Reader (1994)
Children's books in order
Mr. Chas and Lisa Sue Meet the Pandas (1994)
About Fran Lebowitz
Frances Ann Lebowitz is an American writer, public speaker, cultural critic, and actor. She is known for her sardonic social commentary on American life, particularly from a New York City perspective, and for her association with prominent figures in the city's art and cultural scenes during the 1970s and 1980s. Lebowitz gained prominence with her books Metropolitan Life (1978) and Social Studies (1981), which are collected in The Fran Lebowitz Reader (1994).
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Fran Lebowitz FAQ
- How many books has Fran Lebowitz written?
- Fran Lebowitz has published 2 novels, 1 novella, 1 non-fiction book and 1 children's book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Fran Lebowitz's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Metropolitan Life.
- What is Fran Lebowitz's latest book?
- The Disco Files 1973-78 (2009).
- What is Fran Lebowitz's most famous book?
- Metropolitan Life (1978) is Fran Lebowitz's most widely read book.
Authors like Fran Lebowitz
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.