Portrait of Keith Richards

Keith Richards books in order

British musician, guitarist of the Rolling Stones

Born
1943
Country
United Kingdom
Books
3
Also writes as
Keith Richard

Keith Richards has published 1 novel, 1 non-fiction book and 1 children's book, beginning with Life (2010).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Keith Richards

Standalone novels in order

  1. Life (Oct 2010)

    635 pages★ 3.6 (10 ratings)

Non-fiction in order

  1. Keith Richards (1994)

    95 pages

Children's books in order

  1. Gus & Me (2014)

About Keith Richards

Keith Richards is an English musician, songwriter, singer and record producer who is an original member, guitarist, secondary vocalist, and co-principal songwriter of the Rolling Stones. His songwriting partnership with the band's lead vocalist Mick Jagger is one of the most successful in history. His career spans over six decades, and his guitar playing style has been a trademark of the Rolling Stones throughout the band's career. Richards gained press notoriety for his romantic involvements and illicit drug use, and he was often portrayed as a countercultural figure. First professionally known as Keith Richard, from 1978 he used his full family name.

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

Keith Richards FAQ

How many books has Keith Richards written?
Keith Richards has published 1 novel, 1 non-fiction book and 1 children's book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Keith Richards's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Life.
What is Keith Richards's latest book?
Life (2010).
What is Keith Richards's most famous book?
Life (2010) is Keith Richards's most widely read book.
Does Keith Richards write under a pen name?
Yes: Keith Richards has also published as Keith Richard.

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