Joost Elffers books in order
Dutch design entrepreneur
- Born
- 1946
- Country
- Netherlands
- Books
- 18
Joost Elffers has published 2 novels, 6 non-fiction books, 6 children's books and 4 other books, beginning with Textile Designs (1991). The best-known is The Secret Language of Birthdays (1992). The latest is Changing the Conversation: The 17 Principals of Conflict Resolution (2015).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Joost Elffers
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The Secret Language of Birthdays
Joost Elffers's most-read book, rated by 65 Open Library readers.
Newest
Changing the Conversation: The 17 Principals of Conflict Resolution
Published 2015.
Standalone novels in order
Food Play (2002)
Do You Love Me? (2009)
Non-fiction in order
The Secret Language of Birthdays (1992)
Play with Your Food (1997)
Play with Your Pumpkins (1998)
The 48 Laws of Power (1998)
The Secret Language of Destiny (1999)
Changing the Conversation: The 17 Principals of Conflict Resolution (2015)
Children's books in order
How Are You Peeling? (1999)
One Lonely Sea Horse (2000)
Dog Food (Play with Your Food) (2002)
Baby Food (2003)
Food for Thought (2005)
Fast Food (2006)
Other books in order
Tangram (1974)
Cat's Cradles and Other String Figures (1979)
Giftwraps by Artists (1987)
Textile Designs (1991)
Joost Elffers FAQ
- How many books has Joost Elffers written?
- Joost Elffers has published 2 novels, 6 non-fiction books, 6 children's books and 4 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Joost Elffers's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Secret Language of Birthdays.
- What is Joost Elffers's latest book?
- Changing the Conversation: The 17 Principals of Conflict Resolution (2015).
- What is Joost Elffers's most famous book?
- The Secret Language of Birthdays (1992) is Joost Elffers's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.