Kenneth Lonergan books in order
American film director, playwright, and screenwriter
- Born
- 1962
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 8
Kenneth Lonergan has published 1 novella, 5 plays and 2 other books, beginning with This Is Our Youth (1999). The latest is You Can Count on Me (2002).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Kenneth Lonergan
Start here
This Is Our Youth
Kenneth Lonergan's most-read book.
Newest
You Can Count on Me
Published 2002.
Novellas in order
You Can Count on Me (2002)
Plays in order
This Is Our Youth (1999)
The Waverly Gallery (2000)
Lobby Hero (2001)
Margaret (2014)
Manchester by the Sea (2021)
Other books in order
Kenneth Lonergan (2019)
Starry Messenger (2019)
About Kenneth Lonergan
Kenneth Lonergan is an American playwright, screenwriter and film director, and actor. He is known for his works which explore complex emotional and interpersonal dynamics. He has received several awards including an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award as well as nominations for three Golden Globe Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, a Laurence Olivier Award, and a Tony Award.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Kenneth Lonergan FAQ
- How many books has Kenneth Lonergan written?
- Kenneth Lonergan has published 1 novella, 5 plays and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Kenneth Lonergan's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with This Is Our Youth.
- What is Kenneth Lonergan's latest book?
- You Can Count on Me (2002).
- What is Kenneth Lonergan's most famous book?
- This Is Our Youth (1999) is Kenneth Lonergan's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.