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Kate Chopin books in order

American author

Lived
1850–1904
Country
United States
Books
4
Also writes as
La Tour

Kate Chopin published 2 novels and 2 short story collections, beginning with The Awakening (1899).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Kate Chopin

Standalone novels in order

  1. At Fault (1890)

    160 pages

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  2. The Awakening (1899)

    214 pages★ 3.6 (39 ratings)

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Short story collections in order

  1. Bayou Folk (1894)

    313 pages

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  2. A Night in Acadie [21 Stories] (1897)

    416 pages

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About Kate Chopin

Katherine Chopin was an American author of short stories and novels based in Louisiana. She is considered by scholars to have been a forerunner of American 20th-century feminist authors of Southern or Catholic background, such as Zelda Fitzgerald, and she is among the most frequently read and recognized writers of Louisiana Creole heritage. She is best known today for her 1899 novel The Awakening.

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

Kate Chopin FAQ

How many books has Kate Chopin written?
Kate Chopin published 2 novels and 2 short story collections that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Kate Chopin's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Awakening.
What is Kate Chopin's last book?
The Awakening (1899).
What is Kate Chopin's most famous book?
The Awakening (1899) is Kate Chopin's most widely read book.
Does Kate Chopin write under a pen name?
Yes: Kate Chopin has also published as La Tour.
Can I read Kate Chopin's books for free?
Yes. 4 books by Kate Chopin are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

Authors like Kate Chopin

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